What ages does Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp accept?

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–14. 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.

What are Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp's hours?

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp?

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp 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 Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp provide lunch?

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp 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.

How does Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Glendale?

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Glendale that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–14

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp

GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER

Recreational summer camp offering various activities for children aged 5-14.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL (https://secure.rec1.com/AZ/glendale-az/catalog) directs to the City of Glendale, Arizona's online recreation catalog. This catalog lists various activities, including a 'GCC Summer Program 2026 - Session 2' under the 'Glendale Community Center' category. The program is categorized as a 'Day Camp' and is offered by a municipal entity, specifically the City of Glendale Parks and Recreation Department. While the catalog allows for registration, it does not provide detailed information about the program's curriculum, staff-to-camper ratios, or specific safety policies. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the page, nor any state licensing information. Social media handles for the City of Glendale, AZ, were found on Facebook (@GlendaleAZ) and Instagram (@cityofglendaleaz), which generally promote city services and events, but specific details about this particular summer program were not immediately apparent through a quick search of their feeds. The program's nature as a municipal offering suggests it operates under city guidelines, but specific operational details are absent from the provided link.

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Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 5–14
Hours: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Address: 5850 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301, USA
Phone: 623-930-2820
Cost notes: USD

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp

What ages does Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp accept?: Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp is open to children ages 5–14. 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.
What are Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp's hours?: Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp?: Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp 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 Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp provide lunch?: Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp 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.
How does Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp compare to other community/rec center camps in Glendale?: Glendale Parks and Recreation Summer Camp is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Glendale that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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