Family Activities & Programs in Missoula
All Ages
The Missoula YMCA offers affordable programs and activities for Missoula families. Most programs and activities are included with YMCA membership. We also have free community play areas, like an outdoor all-abilities playground and seasonal splash pad, that are open to the general public.
Not a YMCA member? Click the buttons below to become a member or to purchase a day or month pass.
Airnasium
All Ages
Missoula's only covered outdoor basketball, pickleball, and volleyball courts
All-Abilities Playground
All Ages
A wheelchair-accessible outdoor playground located in the heart of Missoula's Midtown
Birthday Parties
All Ages
Missoula's premiere birthday party rental
Community Splash Pad
All Ages
A seasonal community splash pad located in the heart of Missoula's Midtown
Drop-In Child Care
Ages 6 Weeks–11 Years
Short-term, drop-in care in our Child Watch Center for Missoula families using the YMCA
Family Fun Time
All Ages
The YMCA's indoor, all-weather play area and bounce house for Missoula kids and families
Family Track Time
All Ages
Dedicated family hours on the indoor track
Parents Night Out
Ages 6 Weeks–11 Years
A monthly movie-and-activity night just for kids
Open Swim
All Ages
Designated open swim time
The Treehouse
Ages 3-11
A two-story indoor play spaces
Youth Activity Center
Ages 7+
An indoor activity center and hangout space for youth and teens
Youth Gym
All Ages
An indoor sports court with kid-sized hoops
Family Programs FAQs
Depends.
- Programs with registration and/or fees are open to both YMCA and non-YMCA members.
- Drop-in and/or no-cost programs, such as Child Watch or Family Fun Time, are typically a YMCA member benefit and may require membership or a day pass to use.
- Our community park area (airnasium, splash pad, and all-abilities playground) is open to both YMCA members and non-YMCA members at no cost.
Yes. Anyone with an active YMCA membership may enjoy the following programs at no additional cost:
- Child Watch Center (Drop-In Care)
- Youth Activity Center
- Indoor Gyms
- Family Fun Time
- Open Swim
- Open Track
- Select Youth & Teen Clubs
- Group Fitness Classes
- ...and more!
Click the button below for a full list of YMCA member benefits.
Children in G must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or checked into a supervised YMCA program.
Children in Grades 5-8 may use the YMCA
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The Missoula Family YMCA is committed to being a safe space for children, individuals, and families. We are accredited through Praesidium.
Praesidium Accreditation involves compliance with best practices and a rigorous evaluation process that assesses various operational areas to help maintain high standards of safety for all involved in YMCA programs, particularly children.
All YMCA staff undergo extensive training around child abuse prevention. Something about volunteers? Staff are also certified in CPR/AED and First Aid.
Text 406-201-9372 with any concerns or complaints about Y program safety. This text line is monitored by senior YMCA leadership. Please note that texts are tied to the number you text from and will remain confidential.
To share a concern or compliant anonymously, click the button below.
If you suspect that a child is being abused either in or outside of Y programs, call the DPHHS hotline at 1-800-820-KIDS (5437). Communication is confidential unless a district judge orders otherwise.
A Commitment to Families
As a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity, the Missoula YMCA provides critical programs and services to nearly 15,000 individuals each year. With the support of generous donors and sponsors, we are able to make all of our programs and services accessible to countless children, teens, adults, and families who live in and around Missoula County.
Visits to Child Watch
Every year, children and families visit the Missoula YMCA's Child Watch more than 14,500 times.
Bounce Houses
The Missoula YMCA is proud to offer three bounce house options, including an outdoor bounce house with a water slide!