Party in the USA
Party in the USA is a themed day camp offered by the City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department, focusing on patriotic activities and games.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a digital brochure for the City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department's Play Spring/Summer 2026 guide, specifically page 7, which details the 'Party in the USA' day camp. This camp is described as a themed day camp for children aged 6-10, running from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with activities centered around patriotic themes, games, and crafts. The cost is listed as $145 for residents and $174 for non-residents. The camp is clearly a program of the municipal parks department. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios on this page. No specific founder or years of operation are listed for this particular camp program. Google reviews for 'City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 144 reviews, with comments generally positive about park facilities and programs.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–11
Party in the USA fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–11
- Hours: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: Noelridge Park Site, Cherry Hill Park Site, IA 52401, USA
- Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Party in the USA
- What ages does Party in the USA accept?
- Party in the USA is open to children ages 6–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Party in the USA cost?
- Party in the USA publishes $145/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Party in the USA's hours?
- Party in the USA runs 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Party in the USA?
- Party in the USA is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Party in the USA provide lunch?
- Party in the USA does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does Party in the USA compare to other traditional day camp camps in Cherry Hill Park Site?
- Party in the USA is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Cherry Hill Park Site that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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