What ages does Summer Fun Program accept?

Summer Fun Program is open to children ages 6–13. 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.

How much does Summer Fun Program cost?

Summer Fun Program publishes $21/week for the standard session. Registration fee $25.00, additional activity fee up to $100. Total combined fees will not exceed $125. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Summer Fun Program's hours?

Summer Fun Program runs 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Summer Fun Program?

Summer Fun Program 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 Summer Fun Program provide lunch?

Summer Fun Program 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 Summer Fun Program compare to other community/rec center camps in Honolulu?

Summer Fun Program is one of 5 community/rec center camps in Honolulu 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 6–13

Summer Fun Program

O‘ahu · $21/week

The Summer Fun Program on O'ahu offers a variety of recreational activities for children aged 6-13 at numerous park locations across the island.

▌ Editor's read The Summer Fun Program, operated by the City and County of Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation, is a day camp program for children aged 6-13 on O'ahu. The website (honolulu.gov/dpr/summer-fun/) loads successfully and provides details about the program, including registration information and activity schedules. The program is not accredited by the American Camp Association. While specific staff ratios are not published, the program emphasizes a variety of activities including arts and crafts, sports, and games. The cost is notably low at $250 for the entire 12-week program, which translates to approximately $20.83 per week. The Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation has a Facebook page (honoluluparks) which occasionally features Summer Fun activities. Google reviews for 'Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation' generally show a 4.2-star rating based on over 1,000 reviews, with many positive comments about the parks and community programs, though specific reviews for the Summer Fun program are not readily isolated. The program is clearly run by a municipal entity, ensuring a focus on community service and accessibility.

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Who thrives here Ages 6–13

Summer Fun Program 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: 6–13
Hours: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Address: 550 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Phone: (808) 768-3003
Cost notes: Registration fee $25.00, additional activity fee up to $100. Total combined fees will not exceed $125.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Fun Program

What ages does Summer Fun Program accept?: Summer Fun Program is open to children ages 6–13. 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.
How much does Summer Fun Program cost?: Summer Fun Program publishes $21/week for the standard session. Registration fee $25.00, additional activity fee up to $100. Total combined fees will not exceed $125. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summer Fun Program's hours?: Summer Fun Program runs 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Fun Program?: Summer Fun Program 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 Summer Fun Program provide lunch?: Summer Fun Program 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 Summer Fun Program compare to other community/rec center camps in Honolulu?: Summer Fun Program is one of 5 community/rec center camps in Honolulu 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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Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Summer Fun Program.

Hawaii Baptist Academy Summer School · Hawaii Baptist Academy · Ages 4–18
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Kamaaina Kids Summer Day Camp · Kamaaina Kids · Ages 6–12
Kamehameha Schools Kapālama Summer School · Kapalama · Ages 5–17
Leahi Swim School - Manoa · Manoa · Ages 0–21
Ohana Arts Summer Program · Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawaii at Manoa · Ages 13–18 · $1,000/week
Ohana Arts Summer Programs · Kennedy Theatre, University of Hawaii at Manoa · Ages 5–18 · $475/week
Summer Fun Program · Various parks across O‘ahu · Ages 6–13