Lexington Parks and Recreation offers a great variety of camps all across Lexington!
Registration
Ready to register? Registration will open on Feb. 25, 2025 at 10 am.
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Registration for 2025 summer camps will open on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. for online and in-person registration. Follow the steps below to set up your online account and have it ready. To register online, you must have an account set up. This includes age verification for campers and household approval, which can take one to three business days. We recommend having this completed a few days in advance of registration.
Register online for an ID and password using the link below:
New user
Camp participants must have their ages verified before registering for Parks & Recreation activities, with no exceptions. (Positive proof of age for all those 17 and younger in the household.)
Proof of age documentation includes a birth certificate, passport, immunization certificate, insurance card or other government-issued identification card or document.
To submit proof of age, please use one of the following methods:
• Upload to our secure upload site.
• Fax a copy of proof of age to (859) 288-2999 (Attn: Parks Web Help)
For more information, call (859) 288-2900.
Returning Users
Make sure your household information is up-to-date before registering for new camps.
Please note: Some camps, such as ESP and golf, utilize a different registration system. Please carefully read the information for the camps you are interested in below.
In Person Registration
Parks & Recreation Administrative Office
469 Parkway Dr.
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
In-person registration will open Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 10 a.m. To secure your spot quickly, bring a completed registration form and camp selection form with you.
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If you’re registering for the first time, bring proof of age or upload it online. If you’re applying for financial assistance, bring proof of income and fill out the financial assistance form.
Count Me In – Financial Assistance
Any paid program, camp, or event will now be eligible for a 50% financial assistance discount for youth and adults in qualifying households. Staff will review any extenuating circumstances that may still present barriers after the discount on a case-by-case basis for additional assistance to ensure that programs and events are equitably accessible to all.
Individuals seeking scholarships must complete an income eligibility application. Proof of income includes KTAP, KCHIP, a medical card or another form of government aid.
All participants must re-apply for scholarship eligibility every year.
Count Me In – Financial Assistance
A limited number of scholarships will be available. If you want to apply for a scholarship, fill out the form at the link above and email it to countmein@lexingtonky.gov with all necessary documentation. If you plan to apply in person, bring this information with you.
2025 Summer Camps
Artkids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom
Ages 7 – 13
$150 per session
8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tates Creek Ballroom
Theme: Disney Vacation
Sessions:
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
At Artkids, campers will enjoy instruction in arts and crafts, theatre, dance, music, and swim time daily! This year’s camp will see campers enjoy the magic of our theme of Disney Vacation.
Contact Beth Johnson at (859) 425-2057 for questions or help with registration for this camp.
Camp Kearney at Jacobson Park
Ages 6 – 12
$150 per session
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Jacobson Park
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Activities planned include sports, arts and crafts, archery, canoeing, team building and more. All campers must be dropped off and picked up at Jacobson Park daily. Campers may register for one session only.
Contact Jonathan Boone at (859) 225-4073 or jboone2@lexingtonky.gov for questions about this camp.
Camp Kearney CIT (Counselor in Training)
Ages 12 – 14
$150 per session
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Jacobson Park
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Camp Kearney’s CIT (Counselor in Training) program is designed to help develop leadership skills in teens interested in working with children (ages 6 – 12). CIT’s will work with the CIT Coordinator to learn the basics of child development, programming, and supervision procedures and policies. CIT’s will also work with staff to develop and co-lead informal and formal activities with campers. All CIT’s must be dropped off and picked up at Jacobson Park daily and may register for up to three sessions only.
Contact Jonathan Boone at (859) 225-4073 or jboone2@lexingtonky.gov for questions about this camp.
Dance Babies Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom
Ages 3 – 6
$65 per session
8:45 a.m. – noon
Tates Creek Ballroom
Sessions:
June 9 – 13 | Theme: Disney Mania
June 16 – 20 | Theme: Princesses and Super Hero’s (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27 | Theme: Under the Sea
Dance Babies Camp is a half-day camp for little campers between three and six years old. This camp focuses on beginning dance in jazz, tap, ballet and creative movement. The camp will also include music games, arts and crafts and story time. There is no swimming during Dance Babies.
Contact Beth Johnson at (859) 425-2057 for questions or help with registration for this camp.
Dance Kids Camp at Tates Creek Ballroom
Ages 7 – 13
$150 per session
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Tates Creek Ballroom
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
Dance Kids Camp will include instruction in dance combinations of jazz, tap, ballet and hip hop. Campers will also participate in arts and crafts and will swim daily. Previous dance training is not required.
Contact Beth Johnson at (859) 425-2057 for questions or help with registration for this camp.
Equestrian Camp at Masterson Station Park
Ages 10 – 13
$175 per session
Morning Camp | 8 a.m. – noon
Evening Camp | 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Masterson Station Park
June Sessions (Morning & afternoons):
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
July Sessions (Mornings only):
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
This camp is geared to riders with no to very little riding experience. We will have two riders assigned to a horse, as partners and they will learn the beginnings of English riding and other details of what horse ownership entails. Campers will ride every day and learn some entry-level horse husbandry skills and other fun activities. Helmets will be provided. Campers may only sign up for one session per summer. There is no lunchtime, so campers should eat before or after their sessions.
Contact Georgia Ockerman at gockerma@lexingtonky.gov for questions or help with registration for this camp.
ESP Summer Fun Camp at Julius Marks Elementary
Ages: Completed kindergarten through going into 5th grade
$175 Per Session
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Julius Marks Elementary
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Click the link below to view more information about this camp and to see what sessions have spots available or have a waitlist.
Registration & more information
Contact Harold Kouns at (859) 288-2929 or ESPregistration@lexingtonky.gov with questions.
ESP Summer Fun Camp at Stonewall Elementary
Ages: Completed kindergarten through going into 5th grade
$175 Per Session
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Stonewall Elementary
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Click the link below to view more information about this camp and to see what sessions have spots available or have a waitlist.
Registration & more information
Contact Harold Kouns at (859) 288-2929 or ESPregistration@lexingtonky.gov with questions.
ESP Summer Fun Camp at Coventry Oak
Ages: Completed kindergarten through going into 5th grade
$175 Per Session
7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Coventry Oak Elementary
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Click the link below to view more information about this camp and to see what sessions have spots available or have a waitlist.
Registration & more information
Contact Harold Kouns at (859) 288-2929 or ESPregistration@lexingtonky.gov with questions.
Play Golf Lex Junior Golf Camp
Ages 6 – 16
$200 per session
9 a.m. – Noon
Tates Creek Golf Course
Sessions:
June 9 – 12
July 14 – 17
August 4 – 7
Play Golf Lex Junior Golf Camps are both fun and educational, focusing on athletic and golf-skill development. With programming designed by PGA Professionals, campers are taught the basics of golf throughout the entire week. Instructors also utilize obstacle courses, throwing exercises, and other non-golf activities to promote the development of athletic ability.
Contact John Dickson at (859) 550-3899 for questions or help with registration for this camp.
Rising Leaders Teen Camp at Kenwick
Ages 12 – 15
$140 per session
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Kenwick Community Center
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
The Rising Leaders Teen Camp offers youths age 12-15 a chance to find their voice through developing their leadership, communication and teamwork skills, while also enjoying a fun mix of activities over five, one week, sessions. Each session will include a variety of activities such as active sports/ team building/ Esports competitions, arts & crafts, stem activities, local guest speakers, field trips, and outdoor activities.
Contact Tony Chapman at (859) 266-6405 or achapman@lexingtonky.gov for questions or help with registration for this camp.
S.T. Roach Basketball & Cheerleading Clinic
Ages 6 – 16
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | 1 – 4 p.m.
*Please Note: This event is free for participants
Dunbar Community Center
Sessions:
July 21 – 25 | Co-ed basketball | Ages 11 – 16 | 9 a.m. – noon
July 21 – 25 | Co-ed basketball | Ages 11 – 16 | 1 – 4 p.m.
July 28 – Aug. 1 | Cheerleading | Ages 7 – 14 | 9 a.m. – noon
July 28 – Aug. 1 | Co-ed basketball | Ages 6 –10 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Founded by legendary basketball coach and civic leader, Sanford T. Roach, these clinics offer young people the opportunity to participate in this structured basketball and cheerleading clinic at no cost.
The clinics are taught by former and current high school coaches and college players. Participants will learn basic fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship in a fun environment.
Registration Form Coming Soon
Tennis and Swim Camp
Ages 6 – 14
$175* per full-day session / $90* per half-day session
Full Day Tennis & Swim Camp | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Half-Day Tennis Camp | 9 a.m. – noon
Shillito Park
Full-Day Tennis & Swim Camp Sessions:
June 2 – 6
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Half-Day Tennis Camp Sessions:
June 2 – 6
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Bluegrass Tennis Association (BTA) is partnering with Lexington Parks & Recreation to run a Tennis & Swim Camp for junior tennis players ages 6-14. Each session will include foundational tennis skills as well as educational components that will build character and confidence. We utilize the sport of tennis to promote health and wellness, and social and emotional skill development. In combination with tennis programs, children learn teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-making. Lessons are designed to engage children in meaningful and fun tennis activities that translate both on and off the tennis court.
Registration for Tennis & Swim Full Day Camp and Tennis Only Half Day Camp will open Tuesday, February 25 at 10 a.m.. Click the registration link above to register for a full or half-day session. Financial assistance is available. Participants must bring sunscreen, drinks, towel and lunch for full day camp and sunscreen and drinks for half day camp. The camp happens rain or shine.
For questions or help with registration for this camp, contact Christy Herring at playtennis@rocketmail.com before the registration window opens for more information.
Therapeutic Recreation Camp at Castlewood Park
Ages 5 – 11
$150 per session
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Castlewood Park
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Camp Castlewood Therapeutic Recreation Day Camps is an outdoor summer program designed specifically for children who have physical, intellectual and/or other disabilities. Daily activities could include swimming, crafts, field trips, games and more. Camp ratios will be one staff member per one – five campers. Individuals that need one on one support for personal care, behavioral needs, etc., will need to provide their own support personnel during the program. Support personnel will not be charged to attend.
Accommodations may be made for any camper to attend other camps of their choice.
For questions or help with registration for this camp, contact Jill Farmer at (859) 288-2928 or Brent Claiborne at (859) 288-2908.
Therapeutic Recreation Camp at Woodland Park
Ages 12 – 19
$150 per session
7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Woodland Park
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
Camp Woodland Therapeutic Recreation Day Camps is an outdoor summer program designed specifically for children and teens who have physical, intellectual and/or other disabilities. Daily activities could include swimming, crafts, field trips, games and more. Camp ratios will be one staff member per one – five campers. Individuals that need one on one support for personal care, behavioral needs, etc., will need to provide their own support personnel during the program. Support personnel will not be charged to attend.
Accommodations may be made for any camper to attend other camps of their choice.
For questions or help with registration for this camp, contact Jill Farmer at (859) 288-2928 or Brent Claiborne at (859) 288-2908.
Therapeutic Recreation Daytrippers Camp
Ages 20+
$150 per session
9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Dunbar Community Center
Sessions:
June 9 – 13
June 16 – 20 (No camp Thursday, June 19)
June 23 – 27
June 30 – July 3 (No camp Friday, July 4)
July 7 – 11
July 14 – 18
July 21 – 25
The Daytrippers Therapeutic Recreation Camp is an indoor and outdoor summer experience specifically designed for adults, ages 20 and up, who have a physical, intellectual or other disability. Activities could include swimming, crafts, community engagement, volunteering, field trips, games and more. Camp ratios will be one staff member per one – five campers. Individuals that need one on one support for personal care, behavioral needs, etc., will need to provide their own support personnel during the program. Support personnel will not be charged to attend.
Accommodations may be made for any camper to attend other camps of their choice.
For questions or help with registration for this camp, contact Jill Farmer at (859) 288-2928 or Brent Claiborne at (859) 288-2908.
Youth Football Combine
Ages 6 – 11
Free to the public
2 – 4 p.m.
Sessions:
Coming soon
Join us for a free Youth Football Combine. There is no registration necessary for this combine. The combine includes skills, drills, and an obstacle course. Participants should plan to arrive at 1:30 pm so they can fill out a wavier form before participating.
For questions, contact Cornell Burbage at (859) 288-2917.