DC Department of Parks and Recreation Youth Programs and Camps
Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1275 First Street, 8th floor, 8th floor, NE 20002
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DC Department of Parks and Recreation Youth Programs and Camps includes options such as aquatics programs, tackle football, cooperative play, and cheerleading. The program lists specific registration dates for these activities, and summer camp registration occurs separately in early 2026. Most of DPR's programs are free for DC residents, and some fee-based programs offer a reduced rate based on income for qualifying families.
• Price: Most of DPR's programs are free for DC residents.
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation states that it is accredited and that DC was named the #1 Park System in the Nation for the 6th year in a row. The department states that it is proud to offer District residents hundreds of free programs for recreational purposes. DPR provides a reduced rate on fee-based programs based on income for qualifying families.
Last updated June 14, 2026.
• Price: Most of DPR's programs are free for DC residents.
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation states that it is accredited and that DC was named the #1 Park System in the Nation for the 6th year in a row. The department states that it is proud to offer District residents hundreds of free programs for recreational purposes. DPR provides a reduced rate on fee-based programs based on income for qualifying families.
Last updated June 14, 2026.
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