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Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12

City of Memphis

Memphis Parks offers free summer day camps for children aged 5-12 across various community centers, focusing on recreation, education, and social development.

▌ Editor's read The Memphis Parks Summer Camp website loads successfully and details a free summer day camp program for children aged 5-12, operating from June 3 to July 26, 2024, at various community centers. The program is run by the City of Memphis Division of Parks and Recreation, indicating a municipal-parks owner type. Activities include STEM, arts & crafts, sports, and educational field trips. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. While specific licensing information for summer camps run by municipal parks is not typically listed in the same way as private camps, the program is part of a government entity. Google reviews for 'Memphis Parks' generally reflect the overall park system, with a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, but specific reviews for the summer camp program are not readily available. Social media handles found are @memphisparks on Instagram and 'MemphisParks' on Facebook. The site does not explicitly state if staff undergo background checks.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 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: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Address: 2599 Avery Ave, Memphis, TN 38112, USA
  • Phone: (901) 636-4200
  • Cost notes: Free to City of Memphis residents 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12

What ages does Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 accept?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 cost?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free to City of Memphis residents 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12's hours?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 runs 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 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 Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 provide lunch?
Memphis Parks Summer Camp - Ages 5-12 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.

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