Dan McKinney Family YMCA has been a pillar in the La Jolla community for decades. Join us on Saturday, September 21, to celebrate 60 years of service and impact.

BUY TICKETS

So many community members have contributed to our Y's history and we want to celebrate with YOU!

• Board members and volunteers
• Y members and participants
• Donors and supporters
• Staff members

For more information on ticket sales, advertising or donating, contact Katelyn Factoran at [email protected].

Our Y History

Cooperation between La Jolla Optimists, Dutch Smith Pool Association, La Jolla Youth Inc., and the YMCA resulted in a new building in 1964, originally known as the Northwest YMCA, serving the communities of La Jolla, Clairemont, University City and Pacific Beach. The original facilities included a swimming pool, youth center and administration. Within the first 5 years of opening its doors, the Northwest YMCA constructed a memorial gymnasium and four tennis courts. In 1976, the Northwest YMCA constructed handball/racquetball courts, a weight room, and locker rooms to better meet the needs of the physical education facility at the time.

Over the next decade, services expanded to include child care, camp and our Y community grew to over 2,000 members. In 1986 the Northwest YMCA changed its name to the La Jolla YMCA and a year later, added the Firehouse facility for teen and senior programs. A new group exercise studio and gymnasium were added in the early 2000s. In 2017, the facility was renamed the Dan McKinney Family YMCA and new construction was completed for an aquatic center, community rooms, wellness center, recreation field and locker rooms.

Currently, the McKinney YMCA impacts over 25,000 individuals per year through membership, aquatics, child care programs, gymnastics, sports and more. We regularly welcome over 2,000 people at our facility every day.

Please join us in celebrating the growth and impact over the last 6 decades by attending our 60^th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Dan McKinney Family YMCA.

FAQs

Is this event invite only?
No, all who have been impacted by the Dan McKinney Family YMCA in the last 60 years are welcome to join our celebration! This includes members, program participants, volunteers, donors, staff, etc.

Will food be provided?
Small plates and drinks will be included with ticket purchases.

What is the attire for this event?
Guests are asked to dress in casual cocktail attire.

Will there be ADA accommodations?
Yes, the facility is fit to accommodate ADA access. 

What should I expect at the event?
The facility will transform into a space where history is highlighted, and the future is imagined. Attendees will be able to reconnect as a community and witness the power of 60 years of impact has in La Jolla through socializing and storytelling.

For any additional questions regarding the event, please contact Katelyn Factoran at [email protected].