Melville, NY

September 2025 - Special Events

Saturday, September 6, 2025
Fall KIDS Climbing FEST
Melville, NY

Fall Kids Climbing Festival – The Gravity Vault Melville, NY
Saturday, September 6th | 2:00pm–4:00pm
$25 per child | Ages 5–14 | Harnesses included
No reservations required – check-in begins at 1:45pm

Waivers should be completed prior to arriving if it is your first time visiting us!

Join us for our Fall Kids Climbing Festival! This event is perfect for kids ages 5-14. All experience levels welcome! During this 2-hour group climb kids will climb on our 40-foot top rope climbing walls with the help of a Gravity Vault Staff member to help manage the ropes. In addition to top rope climbing kids will have the option to play climbing games and enjoy fun climbing activities from our Kids Class and Summer Camp Programs.

What’s Included:

  • Staff-led group climbing on our kids’ climbing walls with fun shapes and holds

  • Climbing games that build confidence, problem-solving skills, and teamwork

  • Lawn games for breaks between climbs

  • A fall-themed craft to take home as a keepsake

Harnesses are provided, and our staff handles all the belaying, so parents can relax or cheer on their kids from the sidelines. Whether your child is brand new to climbing or already loves the sport, this event offers a safe and exciting way to try it out! 

Please note: Bouldering is not included in the Kids Climbing Festival.

 

Location – Melville, NY

The Gravity Vault Melville is located at 40 Melville Park Road in Melville, NY 11747, just off the Long Island Expressway. We’re conveniently located near parks, shopping, and dining, making it easy to turn your visit into a full family outing. With ample free parking and air conditioning, you can count on a fun and comfortable experience no matter the weather.

Climbing Summer Camp     |     Climbing Kids Classes      |     Climbing Lessons

Wednesday, September 17, 2025
6:00pm ~ 8:00pm
BIPOC Meetup
Melville, NY

Join us for a casual hangout style meetup.  This monthly meetup is a great way to meet other people of color in the climbing community.  All skill levels are welcomed.  A Gravity Vault Staff Member will be available to help belay.

FREE for Members

$14 Day Pass - No Rentals

$20 Day Pass - With Rentals

*Sign-up required to receive discount!

Sign Up Here!

Thursday, September 18, 2025
10:00am ~ 12:00pm
UpENDing Parkinsons Meetup
Melville, NY

The Gravity Vault in Melville is proudly teaming up with Up ENDing Parkinson’s and Emerge Rehab to bring to you a meetup specifically for people who are affected by Parkinson’s disease. During the meetup, a Gravity Vault Staff member will be available to keep participants engaged and to belay as needed. This program runs once every month. Please sign up in advance so we know you are coming!

All experience levels welcome!

Free for members

$14 Day Pass - no rentals

$20 Day Pass - with rentals

Click Here to Sign-Up

Thursday, September 18, 2025
5:00pm ~ 8:00pm
Evolv Shoe Demo
Melville, NY

Find your next pair of climbing shoes at one of the upcoming Evolv Shoe Demos! We are welcoming an Evolv Shoe rep into GV Melville and GV Westbury to share their expertise on Evolv's climbing shoe lineup. Get the perfect style and fit climbing shoe for you! Test out a variety of styles on the wall! And best of all! GET 20% OFF when you buy a pair of Evolv climbing shoes during the demo.
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No reservations necessary, admission required for shoe demo.

Click here to visit Westbury's event page

 

Friday, September 19, 2025
2:00pm ~ 5:00pm
Member Boulder Set
Melville, NY

Overview

The Long Island Members Boulder Set is a special event created just for members of The Gravity Vault Melville and Westbury. During the set, members will have the opportunity to create a climb on the upstairs boulder wall. A variety of holds will be available to choose from, allowing participants to experiment with different styles, sequences, and levels of difficulty. 

Additional Info

This event is open exclusively to members of The Gravity Vault Melville and Westbury. If you are a member and want to take part in this exciting and creative opportunity, don’t miss your chance to join us. Sign up today and experience climbing from a whole new perspective.The member set will be led by Head Routesetter John Tupper (a.k.a. JET)  - USA Climbing Level 2 Routesetter.

Limited Spots – Sign-Up Online

To keep the experience personal and hands-on, space is capped at 8 participants. Advance registration is required, and sign-ups will close on Friday, September 12th at 10:00 pm.

 

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
6:00pm ~ 8:00pm
LGBTQIA+ Monthly Meetup
Melville, NY

Join us for a casual hangout style meetup.  This monthly meetup is a great way to meet other people of color in the climbing community.  All skill levels are welcomed.  A Gravity Vault Staff Member will be available to help belay.

FREE for Members

$14 Day Pass - No Rentals

$20 Day Pass - With Rentals

*Sign-up required to receive discount!

Sign Up Here!