Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–10 · $275/week
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▌ Community/Rec Center · Ages 6–10

Lights On!

Abingdon ES, Barcroft ES · $275/week

Arlington County Parks and Recreation offers a variety of summer day camps for children of all ages, focusing on recreation, sports, and creative arts.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Arlington County Parks and Recreation summer camps page, confirming the camp's existence and municipal ownership. The page lists numerous day camp options, including 'Lights On!' which is described as a general recreation camp for ages 5-12. The website details various camp categories such as sports, arts, and nature, indicating a broad program offering. While the site mentions staff, it does not explicitly state a staff-to-camper ratio or provide information about background checks for staff. Social media handles for ArlingtonVA Parks & Recreation were found on Instagram and Facebook, indicating an active online presence for the department. No ACA accreditation or specific state licensing information for the individual camps was found on the website.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–10

Lights On! 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: 6–10
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2100 Clarendon Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201
  • Phone: (703) 228-4747
  • Cost notes: USD. Arlington County Parks and Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Lights On!

What ages does Lights On! accept?
Lights On! is open to children ages 6–10. 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 Lights On! cost?
Lights On! publishes $275/week for the standard session. USD. Arlington County Parks and Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Lights On!'s hours?
Lights On! runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Lights On!?
Lights On! 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 Lights On! provide lunch?
Lights On! 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 Lights On! compare to other community/rec center camps in Arlington?
Lights On! is one of 7 community/rec center camps in Arlington 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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