Camps

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Explore, Learn, and Have Fun

Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture offers a variety of camps throughout the year that give kids opportunities to stay active, try new things, build confidence, and have fun.

Our camps are designed to support healthy, active lifestyles while helping kids develop skills such as communication, teamwork, socialization, and problem-solving. With programs ranging from sports and recreation to arts, education, and specialty activities, there are opportunities for a variety of ages and interests.

Find a Camp

Explore our current camp offerings and find an activity that is right for your child.

Camp offerings may include:

  • Sports and recreation

  • Arts, culture, and creative activities

  • Educational and enrichment programs

  • Gymnastics and ninja programs

  • Outdoor and nature activities

  • Specialty and interest-based camps

  • School-break and seasonal camps 

Check out current camp offerings

Fall Camps / Toddler Activities

Toddler Open Gym

Toddler Open Gym, East Lawrence Recreation Center

Ages: 1-6
Enrollment Min: 4 / Max: 15

Bring your kiddo out to the East Lawrence Recreation Centers Tumble Zone to run out some energy The tumble zone will be open for kids to run, tumble and play while making new friends Active adult supervision is required For more information, contact Madison Husbenet at 785-832-7951 or mhusbenet@lawrenceks.gov.

Find out when it’s available and enroll online for Toddler Open Gym

ELRC Tumble Zone Birthday Party Package

Come check out our Tumble Zone at the East Lawrence Center for a fun-filled birthday experience You and your guests will enjoy 2 hours of exclusive use of the Tumble Zone and meeting room for refreshments and gifts! You provide the decor, and staff will have tables and chairs ready for you. The $150 includes access to our meeting room 30 minutes before your party for setup and 15 minutes after for cleanup. Need more time to party? Extend your reservation for $75/additional hour. Want to add extra fun? Upgrade to a Nerf party for $25! Please note that staff will only provide supervision in the Tumble Zone. Parties are $150 for up to 20 children.

For more information, contact Madison Husbenet at (785) 8327951 or mhusbenet@lawrenceks.gov.

PPNC Fall Break Camp

Fall Break Camp

Take a break from school and get wild with animals, games, hikes and crafts at the nature center. Bring a sack lunch, suitable clothes and shoes for some awesome outdoor adventures.

Winter Camps / Specialty Camps

Gymnastics, Nerf And Ninja Camps

Chalk It Up

Ages: 6-12
Enrollment Min 7 / Max 21

Campers will have access to all the equipment in the gymnastics room and experience coaching, as well as a mixture of fun, games, and obstacles! Please bring a sack lunch, healthy snack and a water bottle. PRC Staff.

Find out when it’s available and enroll online for Chalk It Up

New Year, New Ninjas

Ages: 6-12
Enrollment Min 7 / Max 21

This day camp will keep your kids active and excited the entire day! Campers will have access to all the ninja equipment and experience coaching, as well as a mixture of fun, games, and obstacles! Bring a sack lunch, healthy snack and a water bottle. Instructor: PRC Staff.

Find out when it’s available and enroll online for New Year, New Ninjas

Traditional Camps

Holcom Park Winter Fun

Ages: 5-12
Enrollment Min 10 / Max 50

Join our winter fun at Holcom Recreation Center where we provided children ages 5-12 a structured camp program. Children will participate in many different activities including but not limited to field trips, arts and crafts, movies and games. Campers must bring their own lunch.

For more information please contact Madison Husbenet 785-832-7951, mhusbenet@lawrenceks.org. All children participating in camp must have all camp paperwork turned in / current to attend the program. Instructor: PRC Staff.

Find out when it’s available and enroll online for Holcom Park Winter Fun

Forms & Information

Activities Guides

Our Activities Guides provide information about camps, programs, and activities offered throughout the year.

View the Current Activities Guide

Register for a Camp

Online Registration

If you have participated in a City of Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture program in the past, you may be able to register online through your existing account.

If your last participation was before 2020 and you are unable to access your account, email parksrec@lawrenceks.gov to request that your account be reactivated.

Register Online

In-Person Registration

Visit a City of Lawrence Parks, Recreation and Culture facility to register in person. Registration hours vary by facility.

View Facility Locations and Hours

Mail-In Registration

Mail-in registration may be available for programs that accept registration forms. Check the current Activities Guide for registration instructions and forms.

Registration Information

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