Run for Fun Camps and After School

Run for Fun Camps and After School offers a variety of activities including dodgeball, sitting around a campfire singing, roasting marshmallows, field games, traditional sports, crafts, making friendship bracelets, hikes, and Capture the Flag. The program is held at Barron Park Elementary School, providing a space for outdoor fun and creativity.

• Ages: 5–12 years old
• Price: Adventure Day Camp rates: 1 week - $560 (early), $585 (normal), $610 (late); 2 weeks - $1,090 (early), $1,140 (normal), $1,190 (late). Run for Fun Day Camp rates: 1 week - $530 (early), $555 (normal), $580 (late); 2 weeks - $1,000 (early), $1,025 (normal), $1,050 (late). Morning and Extended Care: $100 per week, $30 per day drop-in rate.
• Location: Barron Park Elementary School, 800 Barron Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Founded in 2010, Run for Fun is led by Coach Alex, Director of After School Programs, Coach Maddie, Summer Camp Director, and Coach Dave, Director of Summer Camps and Founder. The mission of Run for Fun is to provide creative and engaging play for all youth by getting kids active in an inclusive community centered around outdoor fun. Unique features of the program include a FREE Community Capture the Flag event, an Overnight Pinecrest Lake trip, pro-rated costs for those joining mid-session, and scholarships available on a case-by-case basis.

Last updated November 26, 2025.