Fundraising & Community Events

Join us for Road Races, Golf Tournaments, Galas, and other Special Events!

We believe the YMCA is uniquely suited to meet our community’s needs and we continue to prove it every day through the reinvention of the organization in an effort to better serve the area’s ever-changing social landscape.

For questions about fundraising events, please contact Carol Meyer, meyerc@northshoreymca.org

Events for a Cause

Strengthening the community is at the core of everything we do. Join us in creating a far-reaching, positive impact.

We are so grateful for our donors, volunteers, staff, and members who join us for our fundraising events that help raise critical funds so we can continue to be a vital resource for the adults and families who need us most. Please take a look at our upcoming events below including Golf Tournaments, Galas, Road Races and more! 

St. Peter’s Fiesta 5K

Thursday, June 26, 2025

Looking for a way to participate in Gloucester’s Annual St. Peter’s Festival celebration? This family friendly course runs from Stage Fort Park right into the heart of Fiesta!

Greater Beverly YMCA Golf Tournaments

Beverly Golf & Tennis:
Monday July 14, 2025

Essex County Club:
Monday, September 8, 2025

Join us at beautiful Essex County and Beverly Golf & Tennis for two different tournaments, both benefiting the Beverly Y.

Homecoming 5K

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Don’t miss this historic Beverly Homecoming 5K Road Race The neighbors line the streets to cheer you on along this flat course that stretches through ocean side suburbs and ends with a fast, picturesque finish.

Plaistow Community YMCA 5k Road Race and Fun Run

Saturday, September 6, 2025

Join us for a scenic race that begins at Woodlock Park and winds through charming neighborhoods, offering a picturesque and fast-paced experience along a flat, runner-friendly course.

Witch City 5K

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Run through the haunted streets of Salem – the ghouls, ghosts and goblins will be with you in spirit this year!

Run for the Pies

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Join us on Thanksgiving morning for a family friendly fun run. Race starts and finishes at Ipswich Town Hall, 25 Green Street, Ipswich. Proceeds support the Ipswich Family YMCA financial assistance program.

Reindeer Run 5K

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Get your best reindeer on and join us as we run, walk or prance through Beverly’s coastal roads and historic downtown! You may see Santa, his elves and others in festive costume.

Rhino Run 10K

THANK YOU RUNNERS
See you next year!

Chase the Butterfly Family 5K Road Race and Kids Fun Run

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Hill to Harbor 10K

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Haverhill YMCA & Plaistow YMCA Golf Tournament

Join us at beautiful Bradford Country Club for our tournament benefiting the Haverhill and Plaistow Ys.

THANK YOU GOLFERS!
See you next year!

Ipswich Family YMCA Golf Tournament

Join us at the beautiful Turner Hill Country Club for our tournament benefiting the Ipswich Family Y.

THANK YOU GOLFERS!
See you next year!

Wanderlust Ball

Don’t miss our biggest fundraising events of the year! Join us for an evening of celebration, recognition and impact as we share stories of the incredible people and programs that make our Y the special place it is for so many.

Stay Tuned for 2025 event details!