Lancaster Recreation’s 2026 Summer Program Series!
9 weeks of fun: June 21, 2026 – August 21, 2026
Full-Day & Half-Day options available most weeks
Early Drop-Off & Extended Day options also available!
Give your kids a summer full of adventure, creativity, and friendship! From sports and arts to STEM activities and outdoor exploration, our programs help children learn new skills, make friends, stay active, and have a blast in a safe and supportive environment.
Early Drop-Off: 1 hour before program starts – $50/week
Extended Day: 1 hour after program ends – $50/week
Both: $85/week
All activities are held at the Lancaster Community Center, utilizing indoor and outdoor spaces depending on the program.
Don’t forget a Summer Program T-shirt – $15 at checkout to make your summer memories even more fun!
POD Casting-- : A fun, hands-on 5-day podcasting workshop for ages 10–14 who are curious about journalism, broadcasting, storytelling, and audio production. Campers will learn how to develop a show idea, write scripts, conduct interviews, and record audio using different microphones and digital recorders. They’ll also learn how to edit their audio using software, including adding music and sound effects to bring their podcast to life. By the end of the week, each camper will produce their own short podcast episode.
• Certificate: Basic Podcasting Certificate of Completion
• Equipment: Provided (students may bring their own if preferred)
• Take-home: SD card with their completed work
• Experience: No previous experience required (helpful but not necessary
Unplugged Adventure & Magicians Quest-- Step away from the screens and rediscover the joy of real-world creativity with Unplugged adventures- a hands-on experience where kids build, craft and explore the world around them. From designing new family games to creating art from nature and inventing projects with simple tools, every activity sparks imagination and teamwork- no devices required! It is perfect for kids looking to bring back curiiosity, conversation, and connection. & Magician's Quest invites kids to unlock the secrets behind the science of magic through hands-on experiments and jaw-dropping tricks. From disappearing water and color-changing potions to gravity-defying ilusions, every activity blends real scientific principles with classic sleight of hand.
Each child receives a FREE Top Secret Science T-shirt!
