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Birthday Parties

On your child’s big day, things just have to go right. At the Y we have what you need to make your child’s next birthday party memorable, fun, and perhaps best of all, easy.

Rentals are available most weekends from September through May. Facility rentals are not available from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year.

several kids playing in a foam pit during a birthday party at the Keene YMCA

Birthday Party Pricing

YMCA Family Members: $225
YMCA Members: $250
Guests (non-members): $300

What to Bring

  • Tablecloths (rectangular)
  • Decorations! Balloons and Banners are allowed. Please do not bring items that hang on the walls or ceiling.
  • Food & Drinks (non-alcoholic drinks only)
  • Pinatas are allowed in some spaces. Please reach out to us to discuss if you’d like to bring a pinata.
  • Glitter, confetti, and candles are not allowed. 

Cancelation Policy

Cancelation requests received 14 days or more prior to your party date will be refunded at the price paid, less a $25 service fee.

Cancelation requests received less than 14 days prior to your party date will be refunded at the price paid, less a $50 service fee.

Rental Rules & Procedures

All renters are responsible for knowing and abiding by the YMCA’s Facility Rental Rules & Procedures. 

Click here to review.

Other Facility Rentals

If you are interested in a rental that does not fit into any of the categories outlined on this page, please complete our request form, and someone will be in touch with you to discuss your specific needs.

How to Book Your Party

Click the button below the party of your choice to make your reservation. If you have any questions, please submit our contact form.

Party Packages

Gymnastics Party

If your child likes to do back flips off the couch, then a gymnastics party might just be the perfect birthday celebration. No experience necessary. Your guests can use our tumble track, various apparatus and amazing foam pit to roll, tumble and laugh, making for a one-of-a-kind birthday experience. Our gymnastics staff will supervise children and adults in a safe and fun environment. This is a 1-hour Gymnastics Center rental, for up to 20 children ages 1 year or older.

GYMNASTICS PARTY RULES

  • Wear comfortable clothing for ease of movement. No buttons, zippers, or anything made of metal.
  • Children must remove socks and shoes, adults must remove shoes.
  • If your children are under the age of 6, there must be an adult on the floor with them at all times.
  • An adult must be present upon arrival as rules and instructions will be reviewed before you can enter the space.

Max Capacity: 20 Children
Minimum Age: 1

Available Days/Times:

  • Saturdays: 1:30-3:30 pm
    • 1:30-2:30 pm Party Room
    • 2:30-3:30 pm Activity
  • Saturdays: 3:45-5:45 PM
    • 3:45-4:45 pm in the Party Room
    • 4:45-5:45 pm Activity
  • Sundays: 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
    • 11:30 am-12:30 pm Activity
    • 12:30-1:30 pm Party Room
  • Sundays: 12:45-2:45 PM
    • 12:45-1:45 pm Activity
    • 1:45-2:45 pm Party Room 
  • Sundays: 2:00-4:00 PM
    • 2:00-3:00 pm Activity
    • 3:00-4:00 pm party Room

Ninja Party

If your child likes to run, jump and do parkour in the living room then they’ll love having their birthday party on the Y’s Ninja rig! Featuring age-appropriate apparatus like rings, balance obstacles, and tumbling surfaces, your party-goers are sure to have a blast.

NINJA PARTY RULES

  • Wear comfortable clothing for ease of movement. No buttons, zippers, or anything made of metal.
  • Sneakers are required for all participants.
  • If your children are under the age of 6, there must be an adult on the floor with them at all times.
  • An adult must be present upon arrival as rules and instructions will be reviewed before you can enter the space.

Max Capacity: 12 Children
Minimum Age: 6

Available Days/Times:

  • Saturdays 11:00 am-1:00 pm
    • 11:00 am-12:00 pm Activity
    • 12:00-1:00 pm Party Room
  • Sundays 1:30-3:30 pm
    • 1:30-2:30 pm Activity
    • 2:30-3:30 pm Party Room

Pool Party

Splish, splash with a super fun pool party bash! Pool parties include 1 hour of pool time in our lap or teaching pool for up to 15 children ages 13 and under. Extra time is allotted to transition from the party room to the pool, so you’ll have plenty of time to get into your swimsuits!

*The NEW Aquatrak obstacle course is available for Lap Pool parties for an additional cost of $50.

POOL PARTY RULES

  • Pool Parties will have a private section of the pool.
  • Guests must bring their own swimsuits, towels, goggles (no face mask goggles please)
  • Guests must abide by all pool rules
  • Swim Tests are required for all pool party participants. Participants who do not pass the swim test must wear a provided flotation device. If a child is not in a life jacket, they need to stay at shoulder depth or
    shallower.

 

The YMCA has mandatory adult-to-child ratios for the pool. Group chaperones must be in the pool as outlined below (or the group may not be allowed to swim):

  • One adult in the water supervising for every 2 children using a flotation device
  • One adult in the water supervising for every 1 child ages 5 years and under (1:1 supervision required)
  • One adult in the water supervising for every 3 children ages 6-7 years old
  • Two adults in the water supervising for every 15 children ages 8-9, with one additional adult on deck
  • One adult on the deck for every 15 children ages 10+

 

The lifeguards and party host are allowed to restrict the party from entering the water if there are not enough adults getting into the water to supervise per the mandatory adult to child supervision policy. If this occurs, the party will be directed to an alternate location within the YMCA. No refunds will be given.

AQUATRAK

  • Participants must be a minimum of 4 years of age
  • Children ages 4 & 5 must wear a life jacket and have an adult accompanying them on the track/in the water
  • Children between the ages of 6-11 must pass the swim test, or will be required to wear a life jacket while on the track
  • The Y’s mandatory adult-to-child supervision policy applies

Max Capacity: 15 Children
Ages: 13 & under

Available Days/Times:

  • Teaching Pool – Saturdays 2:00-4:30 pm
    • 2:00 pm-3:00 pm Activity
    • 3:00-4:30 pm Party Room
  • Lap Pool – Saturdays 11:30 am-2:00 pm
    • 11:30 am-12:30 pm Party Room
    • 1:00-2:00 pm Activity
  • Teaching Pool – Sundays 2:00-4:30 pm
    • 2:00-3:00 pm Activity
    • 3:00-4:30 pm Party Room
  • Lap Pool – Sundays 11:30 am-2:00 pm
    • 11:30 am-12:30 pm Party Room
    • 1:00-2:00 pm Activity

Climbing Party

This year, your party could scale to new heights on the Y’s 32-foot climbing wall. A certified belayer will assist your guests in climbing through this fun and challenging terrain for one hour; up to 6 guests can participate. No experience necessary.

CLIMBING PARTY RULES

  • All participants must wear closed toe shoes.
  • If using our climbing shoes, socks must be worn (not provided)
  • Pants must be worn.
  • No outside equipment is allowed.
  • At least one supervising adult must stay at the wall with the group at all times.

Max Capacity: 8 Children
Minimum Age: 6

Available Days/Times:

  • Saturdays 12:00-2:00 pm
    • 12:00-1:00 pm Activity
    • 1:00-2:00 pm Party Room

Basketball Party

For children who cannot get enough “gym time” — whether it be to play basketball, indoor soccer, or old-fashioned PE games — our gym party might be just what you are looking for! Your guests will have half of the gym to themselves to run, dash, shoot, score and shout with glee! The party is led by a Y staff member who will tailor the games to meet your child’s needs. This is a 1-hour 1/2 Court Rental for up to 20 children.

Max Capacity: 20 Children
Minimum Age: None

Available Days/Times:

  • Sundays 2:30-4:30 pm
    • 2:30-3:30 pm Activity
    • 3:30-4:30 pm Party Room

Special Requests

We can often accommodate special requests. If you’re looking to rent part of our facility for anything other than one of the birthday party categories listed above, please complete this contact form and we’ll be in touch!

Book your party today!

Make your reservation using our Online System or contact us to learn more about birthday parities at the Y.