Touch-a-Truck
*The event has already taken place on this date: Fri, 07/25/2025
Join us at the Stowe Family YMCA on Friday, July 25 from 5:00–7:00 PM for our annual Touch-a-Truck event—an exciting, hands-on evening where kids of all ages can explore fire trucks, big rigs, emergency vehicles, and more. This free community event lets families connect with local heroes, climb into the driver's seat, and ignite imaginations with every horn honk and button push. Don’t miss this truckload of fun presented by John E. Jenkins!
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WHEN:
Friday, July 25th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Friday, July 25th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Our annual Touch-a-Truck event is sure to bring you and your family a TRUCKLOAD of fun! Kids of all ages are welcome to come and get a fully immersive experience with loads of trucks and & vehicles!
Join us for an exciting and interactive community outreach event that promises to be a truckload of fun! The Stowe Family YMCA is thrilled to host the annual Touch-a-Truck Event, proudly presented by John E. Jenkins, on Friday, July 25th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Get ready for an unforgettable evening where kids of all ages can get up close and personal with a fantastic array of vehicles that will be parked right here at the Y!
Explore and Discover
This event is a hands-on experience like no other. Kids will have the unique opportunity to explore and touch a variety of vehicles from different walks of life. From fire trucks to construction vehicles, emergency response units to big rigs, this event has something for everyone with a curiosity about machines.
This event is a hands-on experience like no other. Kids will have the unique opportunity to explore and touch a variety of vehicles from different walks of life. From fire trucks to construction vehicles, emergency response units to big rigs, this event has something for everyone with a curiosity about machines.
Sit In and Imagine
Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in the driver's seat of a fire engine? Or dreamt of being behind the wheel of a police car? At the Touch-a-Truck Event, dreams come to life! Kids can climb into the cabins of these fascinating vehicles and let their imaginations run wild.
Have you ever wondered what it's like to sit in the driver's seat of a fire engine? Or dreamt of being behind the wheel of a police car? At the Touch-a-Truck Event, dreams come to life! Kids can climb into the cabins of these fascinating vehicles and let their imaginations run wild.
Meet the Experts
Our event wouldn't be complete without the knowledgeable individuals who operate these incredible machines. Kids will have the chance to chat with the drivers, operators, and emergency responders who keep our communities safe and our cities running smoothly. It's a unique chance to learn firsthand about the vehicles and the important work they do.
Our event wouldn't be complete without the knowledgeable individuals who operate these incredible machines. Kids will have the chance to chat with the drivers, operators, and emergency responders who keep our communities safe and our cities running smoothly. It's a unique chance to learn firsthand about the vehicles and the important work they do.
Community Connections
The Touch-a-Truck Event is all about fostering a sense of community and building connections. Families, neighbors, and friends can come together to enjoy an evening filled with laughter, learning, and exploration. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends while discovering the world of vehicles.
The Touch-a-Truck Event is all about fostering a sense of community and building connections. Families, neighbors, and friends can come together to enjoy an evening filled with laughter, learning, and exploration. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to make new friends while discovering the world of vehicles.
Mark your calendars for July 25, and don't miss out on the chance to be part of this thrilling event. Bring your curiosity, your enthusiasm, and your sense of wonder as we roll out an evening of adventure at the Stowe Family YMCA Touch-a-Truck Event. See you there!
PRICING
This event is open to the public and free to attend.
This event is open to the public and free to attend.
LOCATION
Stowe Family YMCA
196 YMCA Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
Stowe Family YMCA
196 YMCA Dr, Belmont, NC 28012
*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Location:
Stowe Family YMCA196 YMCA Drive
Belmont, NC, 28012United States
See map: Google Maps
Phone:
(704) 830-9622Contact name:
Katie Lank
Email address:
The event has already taken place on this date:
07/25/2025
Time:
5:00 PM
Price:
FREE
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