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McPherson Youth Summer Events 2026

Your guide to keeping kids active and engaged this summer

Molli Fawl

29 Apr 2026 • 2 min read

Know of a summer program for youth in McPherson? Send the details to molli@citizenjournal.us to be included in this list.

McPherson YMCA Summer Adventure Camp

Fun, adventure, and weekly themes all summer long

Summer Adventure Camp takes place at Lincoln Elementary School from May 26 through August 7. Campers enjoy arts and crafts, sports, games, and more with weekly themes including Summer Kick Off, Western Wonders, and Into the Wild. Register for one week, two weeks, or the entire summer at ymcawichita.org/camp or inside the McPherson YMCA branch.

YMCA Summer Break Camp Days

Early access to summer fun before camp officially begins

Break Camp bridges the gap between the end of school and the start of summer camp. McPherson YMCA (Lincoln Elementary School) dates are May 18–21. Camp Hiawatha dates are May 18–22 and August 10–14. Enroll for individual days or the entire week. Open to members ($33/child/day) and non-members ($39/child/day). Register at ymcawichita.org/breakcamps.

FYR Mac-Town — Free Youth CrossFit

Free CrossFit classes for kids and teens in McPherson County year-round

FYR Mac-Town is providing free CrossFit classes to youth in McPherson County. Kids ages 6–11 meet Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:15–5:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9–10 a.m. Teens ages 12–18 meet Monday through Thursday from 6:30–7:30 p.m. Located at Mac-Town Fitness Company, 715 W. Woodside St., McPherson, KS 67460.

McPherson Swim Club — 7th Annual Beginners Camp

A 10-day intro camp for new swim families at the McPherson Water Park

The McPherson Swim Club hosts its 7th annual Beginners Camp June 1–5 and June 8–12 from 9:30–10:30 a.m. at the McPherson Water Park. Cost is $50 and includes a t-shirt. This camp is designed for new swim families or swimmers interested in joining the team. Camp must be completed before joining the swim team, and swimmers who are ready at the end of camp can transition to the team with a discount on summer fees. Register at https://forms.gle/mzNWgPwoGSrxNNC59. Find more info on Facebook at McPherson Aqua Pups - Swim Club or at www.missourivalleyswimming.com.