Gather your loved ones and enjoy the holiday season at the Y. The Greater Joliet Area YMCA has spectacular Christmas festivities planned at each of our branches. And in true holiday spirit, each one of them is absolutely FREE!

Smith Family YMCA — Breakfast with Santa

You and your family are invited to kick off the Christmas season at the Smith Family YMCA with our 2015 edition of Breakfast with Santa. Pancakes and sausage will be served and good times will be had, as children will be able to visit with Santa, receive a free photo and get creative in the Little Elves Workshop! Please register for Breakfast with Santa by Thursday, December 4.

Saturday, December 6 | 10 a.m.-noon

C.W. Avery Family YMCA — Evening with Santa

Christmastime is the most wonderful time of the year, and there’s no better place than the Y to get into the Spirit of Christmas! That’s why you and your family should join us for an Evening with Santa on Friday, December 12. There will be fun, games and, of course, an appearance from Santa Claus! Register here.

Friday, December 12 | 6:30-8 p.m.

Galowich Family YMCA — Santa’s Workshop

Santa is bringing his workshop to the Galowich Family YMCA! That means it’s time for Y kids to put on their elf hates and make some toys! All in a night’s work, kids will enjoy arts and crafts, snacks, games and even a special visit from the Big Guy himself! (Hint: It’s Santa). Please register for Santa’s Workshop by Monday, December 15.

Friday, December 19 | 6-8 p.m.