Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–13 · $195/week
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Riverplex Day Camp

RiverPlex · $195/week

Riverplex Day Camp, offered by the Peoria Park District, provides a variety of themed weekly day camp experiences for children in Peoria, Illinois.

▌ Editor's read The Peoria Park District website (peoriaparks.org/programs/camps/) loads successfully and details various summer camp options, including the Riverplex Day Camp. The Riverplex Day Camp is a day camp program offered by the Peoria Park District, a municipal parks organization. The website lists weekly themed camps such as 'Super Hero Training Camp' and 'Mad Scientist Camp' for children aged 5-12, with specific dates and pricing. While the website mentions general safety and supervision, it does not explicitly state staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks. The Peoria Park District has a Google review rating of 4.4 stars based on 1,023 reviews, with many positive comments about the facilities and programs. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles found on the Peoria Park District website are @peoriaparks for Instagram and PeoriaParkDistrict for Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–13

Riverplex Day Camp 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

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–13
  • Hours: 7:30am-5:00pm
  • Address: 600 NE Water St, Peoria, IL 61603, USA
  • Cost notes: $156 for Jun 15-19, Jul 6-10, and 6 due to holidays

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Riverplex Day Camp

What ages does Riverplex Day Camp accept?
Riverplex Day Camp is open to children ages 5–13. 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 Riverplex Day Camp cost?
Riverplex Day Camp publishes $195/week for the standard session. $156 for Jun 15-19, Jul 6-10, and 6 due to holidays Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Riverplex Day Camp's hours?
Riverplex Day Camp runs 7:30am-5:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Riverplex Day Camp?
Riverplex Day Camp 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 Riverplex Day Camp provide lunch?
Riverplex Day Camp 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 Riverplex Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Peoria?
Riverplex Day Camp is one of 8 traditional day camp camps in Peoria 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.

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