Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–14
Directory · United States · New York · New York
▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 5–14

Summer Rising 2026

All boroughs

Summer Rising is a free, full-day summer program for NYC students in grades K-8, combining academics, enrichment, and recreational activities.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads as the official NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) page for Summer Rising. This program is a free, full-day summer program for New York City students in grades K-8, offered through a partnership between DYCD and the NYC Department of Education. The website states that all staff undergo background checks, including fingerprinting and child abuse clearances. The program is clearly a day camp model, operating during school hours and offering a mix of academic support, enrichment, and recreational activities. As a municipal program, it is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'NYC Summer Rising' show a mixed reception, with an average rating of around 3.5 stars from several hundred reviews, often citing issues with communication or program consistency, but also praising the free access and variety of activities. Social media handles for DYCD are @nycdycd on Instagram and NYCDYCD on Facebook, which promote the program.
◍
Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Shortlist in planner → Visit website

Who thrives here Ages 5–14

Summer Rising 2026 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 traditional day camp 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

How we verify these →

Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–14
  • Hours: Full-day, in-person program (exact hours not specified, but includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks)
  • Address: 150 William St, New York, NY 10038
  • Phone: (212) 341-3800
  • Cost notes: Free program

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summer Rising 2026

What ages does Summer Rising 2026 accept?
Summer Rising 2026 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.
How much does Summer Rising 2026 cost?
Summer Rising 2026 doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free program Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Summer Rising 2026's hours?
Summer Rising 2026 runs Full-day, in-person program (exact hours not specified, but includes breakfast, lunch, and snacks). If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Summer Rising 2026?
Summer Rising 2026 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 Rising 2026 provide lunch?
Summer Rising 2026 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 Rising 2026 compare to other traditional day camp camps in New York?
Summer Rising 2026 is one of 40 traditional day camp camps in New York 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.

Planning guides

Editorial checklists to use before you compare Summer Rising 2026 with other camps.

Browse similar camps

Indexable directory cuts for families comparing Summer Rising 2026 against nearby options.

Camps near here

Same city, with age-overlapping options first. Other camps to consider alongside Summer Rising 2026.