Special Events

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2025 Events

Spring Fever Ninja Competition

Saturday, March 1 | Ages 6 - 13
Perform to the best of your abilities, test your strengths and challenge yourself against some pretty strong ninjas! Five events point system, tweaking of the normal competition style. All for fun….kids enjoyment comes first! Ask Ninja Nick for more details!

March Madness Pickleball Tournament

Saturday, March 15 at 9 AM | at the Torrington Y
Find a partner and join us for our spring Pickleball tournament! Matches will be mixed doubles, first to 11 wins. Double elimination event. All proceeds go to the Y's Annual Campaign, so dink for a good cause!

Harwinton Hills Run

Sunday, April 27 | in Harwinton, CT
Kick off the spring season with YMCA’s third annual Harwinton Hills Run! Run or walk the scenic 3.5 mile course beginning at the Harwinton Library Sports Complex (Bentley Road, Harwinton CT). A 2 mile walk is also available so that all fitness levels can enjoy the fun.

Torrington Renaissance Faire

Saturday, May 10 | at YMCA Tall Timbers
Witness thrilling knightly combat, meet fantastical character, and enjoy enchanting music performances. Explore hands-on crafts, exciting activities, shop unique wares from local vendors, and immerse yourself in the magic of the Middle Ages.

Run with the Animals

Sunday, May 18 | at Action WIldlife, Goshen
Come join us in this 5K run through the beautiful Action Wildlife Zoo in Goshen, Connecticut. The run will take you through a unique collection of animals spanning 6 of the 7 continents!

KrazY Kids Run

Sunday, June 22 | at YMCA Camp M.O.E., Torrington
This one mile Obstacle run will offer fun challenges for kids ages 6 -12. Run, jump, climb, and crawl through a series of obstacles across YMCA Camp M.O.E. T-shirts available for thise registered by June 13

Railroad Days Run

Saturday, August 9 at 10 AM| in Canaan, CT
This event is a competitive 5 mile road race, with the option to take part in a 2 mile walk as well. Set in the heart of beautiful Canaan, the Railroad Days Run takes place on the saturday of the town’s annual Railroad Days, which provides fun for the whole family.

Highland Lake Run

Sunday, September 14 at 10 AM | in Winsted, CT
Enjoy a scenic 5K trek around beautiful Highland Lake in Winsted! This course presents a challenge as it is mostly flat course but does consist of a few gradual climbs. The 2-Mile walk option means that this event is fun for all!

OctoberFAST Trail Run

Sunday, October 19 at 10 AM | at Norbrook Farm Brewery, Colebrook, CT
Enjoy a wonderful 5K run through the beautiful property that is also home to one of the best brewery’s around – Norbrook Farm! The run has a little of everything, taking runners along the pristine trails of the property, into the fields, and, yes, you guessed it, finishing at the brewery itself. It’s a beautiful way to spend a fall morning.

Pies for a Purpose

Tuesday, October 28 at | at Bad Dog Brewers, Torrington
Join us for our third annual Pies for Purpose charity fundraiser. Price of admission get’s you one free beverage from Bad Dog Brewery’s menu of delicious craft beers (or soft drinks for those under 21) and slices of pizza from the best restaurants in the Torrington area. Raffles and live music are sure to make this a festive night for all. Have your fill of food and fun while supporting the charitable activities of the Y!

Wild Turkey Chase

Sunday, November 16 at 11 AM | in Torrington/Goshen, CT
This event will take runners through the Y’s Tall Timbers property located on the Torrington-Goshen border at 1145 Brandy Hill Road, Torrington). The 5k course will feature a mix of quiet country roads and private dirt roads that wind through the camp’s wooded property. A hill climb stands between runners and the finish, making sure all will earn their Thanksgiving feast. This run can also be completed as a 2 mile walk.