Make Summer 2026 Unforgettable With RPCA 

Join the fun with RPCA and give your child a summer filled with discovery, friends, and adventure. Our programs keep youth active, curious, and excited to learn while school is out. 

Explore More Than 50 Camps for Every Interest 

Grab the Summer of Smiles Camp Guide online or pick up a copy at any City of Alexandria recreation center. Inside, you will find camp options for ages 2 to 17 including sports, creative arts, technology, nature, performing arts, excursions, STEM, Camp Adventure, Out of School Time, and classic summer favorites.  

Plan with Ease 

Help your camper enjoy something new every week. Use the Summer Fun Finder inside the guide to quickly build your child’s perfect summer schedule. 

Extra Flexibility for Families 

Most camps offer extended care with fun activities such as arts and crafts, movies, and games at select locations. Before Care is available from 7 to 9 a.m. and After Care from 4 to 6 p.m. 

Register and Secure Your Spot 

Registration for Summer 2026 camps begins at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18 for City residents and Friday, February 20 for nonresidents. Sign up online or visit the Lee Center at 1108 Jefferson St. 

Create a summer your child will always remember with RPCA. Adventures start here! 

To register for summer camps and other recreation activities, classes, and programs, visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation or contact the Registration and Reservation Office at 703.746.5414.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jackie.person@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.5423, Virginia Relay 711. 

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available. Please email LanguageAccess@alexandriava.gov or call 703.746.3960.