The City of Fairborn Parks and Recreation Department is excited to offer 12 summer camps for kids ages 7-13 designed to create fun and meaningful recreation experiences for our community. ALL camps run from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM and are located at Shelter #3 in Community Park. This is the shelter near Atherton Amphitheater. Each camp features a themed adventure. Campers should bring a water bottle, lunch, snack, and sunscreen. Campers should be dressed appropriately for the weather with shoes appropriate for outdoor activities. Join us for a summer full of creativity, exploration, and fun!
Each single day camp is $40/resident and $48/non-resident. If you are a Fairborn resident and you are registering your child for every camp, please call the office before registering for a discount. There are NO camp registration refunds. CAMP REGISTRATION OPENS ON FEBRUARY 15, 2027 AT 9:00 AM.
All participants must be independent in the six Activities of Daily Living: using the restroom, eating, bathing, dressing, transferring, and continence. If your child requires accommodation to participate, please let us know when you register.
June 8th Space Academy: Blast off into an out of this world adventure! Aspiring astronauts will spend the day exploring the wonders of space including planets, stars, rockets, astronauts, and more. Campers will enjoy hands-on learning through exciting games, creative crafts, interactive activities, and space-themed challenges that are sure to spark curiosity and imagination.
June 10th Medieval Times: Hear ye, hear ye! All young knights, brave princesses, and aspiring royalty are invited to a day of medieval fun! Campers will step back in time to a world of castles, dragons, knights, and royal quests. From crafting their own medieval creations and competing in royal challenges to test their courage, the day will bring new adventures galore. Grab your crown, polish your armor, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
June 15th and 17th Art Camp: Our campers asked, and we listened! Art Camp is back by popular demand for TWO full days of endless creativity and lots of colorful fun! Campers will have the chance to let their imaginations run wild as they explore different art projects, materials, and creative opportunities. Whether your camper is a budding artist or just loves getting a little messy, this camp is the perfect place to express themselves, try something new, and make art they'll be proud of.
June 22nd Secret Agent: Mission Possible! Calling all spies and secret agents! Your mission, should you choose to accept, is to join us for a day of undercover adventures, top-secret challenges, and mystery-solving fun. Campers will test their detective skills, crack codes, uncover clues, navigate spy-worthy obstacle courses, and work together to complete classified missions. Do you have what it takes to outsmart the opposition and become a top-secret agent? There's only one way to find out- report for duty!
June 24th All-Star Athletes: Are you trying to become your team's Most Valuable Player? Get ready for a day packed with action, teamwork, and friendly competition at All-Star Athletes camp! Campers will try their hand at a variety of sports, test their skills in fun challenges, and participate in exciting games designed to build confidence, sportsmanship, and team spirit. Whether they're already scoring goals or just discovering their favorite sport, there's a place for every athlete on our team. Lace up your tennis shoes, bring your A-Game, and get ready to play like an all-star!
July 13th and 15th Holidays Around the World: Pack your bags and join us as we travel all over the world for two full days of celebrations! Campers will explore holidays and traditions from across the globe including Lunar New Year, Christmas, Holi, Dia de los Muertos, Hanukkah, Diwali, and more! Through hands-on crafts, games, creative activities, and more campers will learn how cultures around the world celebrate, honor traditions, and come together with family and friends. Campers should be ready for two days of messy fun, color, culture, and celebration as we discover what makes each tradition special.
July 20th Mad Scientist: Do you have a curious mind? Are you a budding inventor? Do you want to be a future scientist? If so, this camp is for you! Get ready to mix, fizz, bubble, and experiment your way through a day of scientific fun. Campers will dive into hands-on experiments, explore cool scientific mysteries, and discover what happens when curiosity meets a little bit of craziness. Mad Scientist Camp will bring a day full of creative challenges, opportunities to ask all the questions, and make exciting discoveries. Things will get a little messy, a little wild, and maybe a little explosive! Grab your lab coat and prepare to go mad for science!
July 22nd Magic Mayhem: Abracadabra! Get ready for a day filled with magical mischief, mysterious surprises, and enchanting adventures. Campers will step into a world of wonder as they explore the art of magic, solve magical challenges, and discover a few tricks of their own. The day will be full of spellbinding games and fantastical activities, there's no telling what kinds of mayhem will unfold! This camp is sure to be a mystical experience for anything looking for a little extra magic this summer. Wands at the ready!
July 27th and 29th Camp Chaos: Who says summer camp has to be predictable? Get ready for two full days of wild games, ridiculous challenges, unexpected surprises, and wacky fun! At Camp Chaos, campers will take on wacky competitions, team challenges, messy activities, and over-the-top adventures where anything can happen and no challenge is the same! The best part? Campers will never know what is coming next! If you think you can handle the unknown, bring your energy, sense of humor, and willingness to get a little crazy.
August 3rd Nature Explorers: Outdoor adventurers, this one is for you! Be prepared to discover the wonders of the great outdoors. Campers will venture through all Community Park has to offer to search for fascinating creatures, explore local habitats, uncover nature's hidden secrets, and take on exciting outdoor challenges. The day may become messy with hands-on activities, nature-inspired crafts, and plenty of fresh air fun! Campers will learn about the world around them while building their curiosity and appreciation for the environment. From tiny bugs to towering trees, there's always something new to discover.
August 5th Field Day Frenzy: Get ready to run, jump, laugh, and let the friendly competition begin! Field Day Frenzy will be packed with high-energy games, silly challenges, team competitions, and outdoor fun that will keep campers moving all day. Relay races, obstacle courses, classic field day games, and more will put campers' skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship to the test.
August 10 Builders and Engineers: Creators, problem-solvers, and future engineers- we need you! Get ready to design, build, test, and create your way through a day of hands-on fun. Campers will put their imaginations and critical thinking skills to work as they tackle building challenges, experiments with different materials, construct creative designs, and discover how things work. Will your creations stand tall, survive the challenge, or need a little redesign? There's only one way to find out! Grab your hard hat and get ready to build!