Spring Break Camp
Turkey Thicket Recreation Center, 1275 First Street, 8th floor, 8th floor, NE 20002
About
DC Department of Parks and Recreation Youth Programs offers hundreds of free programs for recreational purposes for District residents. Programs take place at facilities that include DPR Fort Dupont Ice Arena, Hearst Recreation Center, Langdon Park Community Center, Bannaker outdoor pool, and Rumsey Aquatic Center.
• Schedule: The Permits Office is open Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• Price: Most of DPR's programs are free for DC residents.
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation states that it is an accredited agency. Its mission is to offer District residents hundreds of free programs for recreational purposes. Leadership for the department includes Mayor Muriel Bowser, DPR Director Delano Hunter, and DPR Director Keith A. Anderson. The department offers a Youth Development Professional Certification in partnership with the George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (GW CEPL), and Rec for All grants provide support to programs, activities, and events that will engage youth, provide recreation opportunities, and promote skill development. DPR provides a reduced rate on fee-based programs based on income for qualifying families.
Last updated January 5, 2026.
• Schedule: The Permits Office is open Monday - Friday, 9am to 5pm.
• Price: Most of DPR's programs are free for DC residents.
The DC Department of Parks and Recreation states that it is an accredited agency. Its mission is to offer District residents hundreds of free programs for recreational purposes. Leadership for the department includes Mayor Muriel Bowser, DPR Director Delano Hunter, and DPR Director Keith A. Anderson. The department offers a Youth Development Professional Certification in partnership with the George Washington University Center for Excellence in Public Leadership (GW CEPL), and Rec for All grants provide support to programs, activities, and events that will engage youth, provide recreation opportunities, and promote skill development. DPR provides a reduced rate on fee-based programs based on income for qualifying families.
Last updated January 5, 2026.
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