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City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park

Garfield Park

The City of Grand Rapids offers free summer day camps at various park locations, including Garfield Park, providing supervised activities for children.

▌ Editor's read The City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp at Garfield Park is a free day camp program offered by the City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department, as evidenced by the URL provided (grandrapidsmi.gov). The camp is designed for children aged 6-13 and operates from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for six weeks during the summer (grandrapidsmi.gov/city-news/posts/registration-opens-for-free-summer-day-camps-at-three-park-locations/). The program includes activities such as arts and crafts, sports, games, and educational components, aiming to provide a safe and engaging summer experience. The camp is explicitly stated as 'free,' which is a significant benefit for families. While the provided URL is a news announcement, it clearly indicates the municipal ownership and the nature of the program. No information regarding ACA accreditation, specific staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies was found on the provided page or readily through a quick search for 'City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp ACA'.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park 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 community/rec center 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: Community/Rec Center
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 2111 Madison Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
  • Phone: (616) 456-3696
  • Cost notes: Free for Grand Rapids residents, $30/week for non-residents. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park

What ages does City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park accept?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park is open to children ages 6–12. 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 City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park cost?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free for Grand Rapids residents, $30/week for non-residents. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park's hours?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park runs 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park 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 City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park provide lunch?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park 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 City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park compare to other community/rec center camps in Grand Rapids?
City of Grand Rapids Summer Day Camp - Garfield Park is one of 6 community/rec center camps in Grand Rapids 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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