Healthy Kids Day is the Y's national initiative to improve the health and well-being of kids and families. The City of Wilmington's Parks & Recreation Department is proud to partner the Y to make this event a possibility.
Healthy Kids Day is a one-day festival held at Empie Park once a year. 2025 is the 12th year that the City of Wilmington and the YMCA of Southeastern NC have partnered together to present this fun filled day! This is a free community event that offers families the opportunity to participate in active play and educational opportunities designed to improve health and wellness. As part of the Y’s and City’s commitment to strengthening community by addressing critical gaps in health and education, Healthy Kids Day encourages kids and parents to commit to keeping the body and mind active now and throughout the year.
Free admission and free events include: - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk - Sports Stations - Face Painting - Bouncy Houses - Community Booths - Animal Rescue Groups - Zumba -Tons of free giveaways and prizes! - Food will be available for purchase by local food trucks This is a FREE event, but you are encouraged to register to secure your Healthy Kids Day shirt. Shirts are available to the first 300 kids to sign up.
Empie Park, 3405 Park Avenue, Wilmington, 28403, View Map
3405 Park Avenue , Wilmington 28403
Free
View the national page for Healthy Kids Day here.