Camp · Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12 · $135/week
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▌ Traditional Day Camp · Ages 6–12

Alex Fun Day Camp

Oswald Durant Center, 1605 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA 22314 · $135/week

Alex Fun Day Camp, operated by Alexandria Parks and Recreation, offers a traditional day camp experience for children aged 6-12 at the Oswald Durant Center.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.alexandriava.gov/recreation-programs/camps, is the official page for the City of Alexandria's Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, which operates Alex Fun Day Camp. This camp is designed for children aged 6-12 and takes place at the Oswald Durant Center. The program runs from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with extended care options available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The cost is listed as $135 per week. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. No specific staff-to-camper ratios or details about staff background checks are provided on the website. Google reviews for 'Alex Fun Day Camp' or 'Oswald Durant Center' did not yield specific reviews for the camp itself, but the Oswald Durant Center has a 4.5-star rating from 10 reviews, with comments generally positive about the facility and staff.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Alex Fun Day Camp 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 traditional day camp 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: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Address: 1605 Cameron St, Alexandria, VA 22314
  • Phone: (703) 746-5550
  • Cost notes: USD. Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Alex Fun Day Camp

What ages does Alex Fun Day Camp accept?
Alex Fun Day Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Alex Fun Day Camp cost?
Alex Fun Day Camp publishes $135/week for the standard session. USD. Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Alex Fun Day Camp's hours?
Alex Fun Day Camp runs 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Alex Fun Day Camp?
Alex Fun Day 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 Alex Fun Day Camp provide lunch?
Alex Fun Day 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 Alex Fun Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Alexandria?
Alex Fun Day Camp is one of 44 traditional day camp camps in Alexandria 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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