City of La Grande Summer Camps 2026

The City of La Grande Parks & Recreation is offering a full lineup of summer camps for kids in 2026. From science and sports to climbing and creative crafts, there is something for every young adventurer. All camps require pre-registration through the city’s online portal and spaces fill quickly.

View the event catalog here at the La Grande Parks and Recreation website

Science and Stuff Summer Camp

Dates: June 22 – 26, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park – Collman Courts, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool (entrance near the Splash Pad)

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Half-day pickup at 12:00 PM from the classroom or Rotary Pavilion near the Skate Park. Full-day pickup at 4:30 PM (late pickup until 5:15 PM) from the classroom or Pioneer Park Playground.

Sports for All Summer Camp

Dates: June 29 – July 2, 2026 (shortened week)
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $80 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $48 | Capacity: 15

Crafty Camp

Dates: July 6 – 10, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Survival Camp

Dates: July 13 – 15, 2026
Who: Children entering 1st through 5th Grade
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Pioneer Park (Collman Basketball Courts)
Cost: $40 per participant

What to bring: Appropriate outdoor clothing and shoes, a snack, and a water bottle.

What’s in the Box Camp

Dates: July 13 – 17, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Little Engineers Camp

Dates: July 20 – 24, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Water Fun Camp

Dates: July 27 – 31, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Reminder: Pack a towel, extra clothes, water shoes, and sunscreen.

Lego Camp

Dates: August 3 – 7, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

Rock Climbing Camp

Dates: August 10 – 12, 2026
Who: Children ages 7 and up
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: EOU Fieldhouse Climbing Wall
Cost: $40 per participant
What to expect: Introduction to indoor rock climbing, basic rope management, knot tying, climbing techniques, belaying fundamentals. Equipment provided.

Summer Wrap Up Camp

Dates: August 10 – 14, 2026
Who: Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade in Fall 2026
Location: Pioneer Park Rotary Pavilion, 501 Palmer Ave, La Grande, OR 97850
Home base: Classroom at Veterans’ Memorial Pool

Full-Day: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM | $100 | Capacity: 25
Half-Day: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM | $60 | Capacity: 15

A fun-filled finale featuring favorite activities from throughout the summer camp season.

Registration

All camps require registration through the City of La Grande Parks & Recreation portal:
https://secure.rec1.com/cpPlatform/login/2327/redirectpublic?redirectTo=/OR/la-grande-or/catalog

Spaces are limited, camps fill quickly, and events have registration deadlines. Early registration is encouraged.