What ages does City of Evanston Summer Camps accept?

City of Evanston Summer Camps is open to children ages 5–12. 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 City of Evanston Summer Camps cost?

City of Evanston Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. A variety of camps are offered. See the summer camp guide for details. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs City of Evanston Summer Camps?

City of Evanston Summer Camps 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 City of Evanston Summer Camps provide lunch?

City of Evanston Summer Camps 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.

▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 5–12

City of Evanston Summer Camps

Evanston · ★ 3.0 (1 review)

The City of Evanston offers a variety of day camps for children aged 3 to 15, focusing on recreation, sports, and arts within a municipal setting.

▌ Editor's read The City of Evanston Summer Camps website loads successfully and provides detailed information on various day camp offerings for children aged 3 to 15. These camps are run by the City of Evanston's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department, indicating a municipal-parks ownership type. The website mentions that 'All camp staff are background checked and trained in CPR/First Aid,' confirming the presence of background check language. The program types are exclusively day camps, with options like 'Camp Evanston,' 'Sports Camps,' 'Arts Camps,' and 'Nature Camps.' While not ACA accredited, which is common for municipal programs, the city's website provides comprehensive details on each camp, including age groups, activities, and locations. Google reviews for 'City of Evanston Parks, Recreation and Community Services' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 100+ reviews, with many positive comments about program quality and staff engagement. Social media handles found are @cityofevanston for Instagram and 'CityofEvanston' for Facebook, indicating an active online presence for the city as a whole.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

City of Evanston Summer Camps fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given community/rec center program.

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: 5–12
Address: Lorraine H. Morton City Hall, 909 Davis Street, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Cost notes: A variety of camps are offered. See the summer camp guide for details. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about City of Evanston Summer Camps

What ages does City of Evanston Summer Camps accept?: City of Evanston Summer Camps is open to children ages 5–12. 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 City of Evanston Summer Camps cost?: City of Evanston Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. A variety of camps are offered. See the summer camp guide for details. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs City of Evanston Summer Camps?: City of Evanston Summer Camps 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 City of Evanston Summer Camps provide lunch?: City of Evanston Summer Camps 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.

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