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Month of the Military Child 2025

Month of the Military Child 2025

Celebrate the Month of the Military Child (MOMC) with us! Throughout April, we're honoring the resilience, sacrifices, and unique experiences of military children and their families. It's a time to recognize and appreciate the strength and adaptability that these young heroes demonstrate every day.

 

Get ready to celebrate with a jam-packed schedule of exciting activities and events! Throughout the month, we're rolling out the red carpet for military children and their families with a wide range of fun-filled festivities.

 

  • 👕 MOMC T-Shirt Sales:
    Show your support for military children by rocking a MOMC t-shirt, MOMC T-Shirts are available to purchase now! All orders placed AFTER March 24th aren't guaranteed to arrive by April 15th for the April 26th Kids Fest.

  • 🌈 5K/1 Mile MOMC Color Run:
    Join us at Shaw PFC for a vibrant celebration of our military children at the Month of the Military Child Color Run 5K/1M event! This family-friendly affair promises fun for everyone, from furry friends to little ones in strollers.

  • 💜 Purple Up Day:
    The color purple was chosen and symbolizes all branches of the military, it is a combination of Army green, Marine Corps scarlet, and Coast Guard, Air Force, and Navy blue. Wearing the color purple is a visible way to show support and thank military youth for their courage and sacrifices. 

  • 🎉 KidsFest:
    Let the kids run wild and have a blast at our KidsFest event, featuring games, activities, and entertainment for all ages.

  • 📢 Operation Megaphone:  
    Calling all middle and high school students registered with CYS in grades 6th through 12th! Join us at the Bastogne Teen Center for an exciting night of fun during the Worldwide Virtual Military Teen Summit lock-in. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! Activities will include sports, Nerf wars, dance party, game tournaments, arts and crafts and more! Dinner, snacks and breakfast will be provided. 

  • 🎈 CYS Facility Events:
    Our Child and Youth Services facilities are hosting a variety of special events and activities to honor military children.

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    And that's just the beginning! With so many activities and events planned, there's something for everyone to enjoy during the Month of the Military Child. Join us as we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of our military kids and their families!

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MWR and Operation Made Present: Handmade Market 2025

Join us for a special weekend as MWR partners with Operation Made to host a vibrant Craft & Goods Market featuring a diverse selection of vendors!

Mar 23 12 pm - 4 pm
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Arts & Crafts Super Saturdays

Join us for creative fun and festive crafting at our Arts & Crafts Super Saturdays! These walk-in events are perfect for all ages and skill levels, offering a wide range of seasonal activities and guided classes to spark your creativity.

Apr 12 10 am - 3 pm
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Month of the Military Child: KidsFest

You're invited to join us for a Month of the Military Child KidsFest! It's a celebration filled with fun activities, themed displays, lively DJ music, exciting giveaways, beloved characters, and so much more!

Apr 26 10 am - 2 pm
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Month of the Military Child: KidsFest

You're invited to join us for a Month of the Military Child KidsFest! It's a celebration filled with fun activities, themed displays, lively DJ music, exciting giveaways, beloved characters, and so much more!

Apr 26 10 am - 2 pm