Flyer for the YMCA Best Friend Fest, a free family day of fun and summer camp open house. The event takes place Saturday, May 16, from 10 AM to 1 PM at Adrian L. Shuford Jr. YMCA, Hickory Foundation YMCA, Lincoln County Family YMCA, and Sally’s YMCA. The flyer features the YMCA logo and the phrase The Find Your Best Friend Place. It includes images of children eating popsicles on a bounce house, a girl practicing archery, and a family posing with photo booth props. Key event features listed are Special Camp Swag and Special Day of Camp Promotion. Activities are divided into four areas: Fun Zone (bounce house and popsicles), Camp Experience (crafts and activities), Sports Zone (games and sport expo), and Photo Zone (best friend pictures). A QR code is provided to register for camp today. Presented by YMCA of Catawba Valley, website www.ymcacv.org.

YMCA Best Friend Fest

Amanda Reese

April 21, 2026

The Lincoln County YMCA will be hosting a Best Friend Fest on May 16 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.

It's an incredible event filled with fun, connection, and community spirit—and best of all, it’s completely FREE!

Additionally, for families still exploring summer plans, the YMCA will have staff available on-site to assist with summer camp registration and provide more information about their upcoming programs.