Camps and Before & After School Programs

2025 Summer Camp

"Camp Dunedin" provides full-day and half-day camps for ages 4-17 from June 2 - August 8, 2025. You may register for all ten weeks or choose individual weeks based on your summer schedules and interests. 

• All Day: Pre-K Camp, Kids Camp, Tweens & Teens Camp
• Outdoor/Nature: Hammock Wilderness Camp, Nature Camp
• Specialty Camps: Acting & Performance, Archery, Baseball, Basketball, Bricks 4 Kidz (LEGOs), Canoeing, Crafty Creations & Artsy Adventures, Cooking, Dance, Dynamic Dodgeball, Fishing, Fit Kids, Golf, Kayak, Multi-Sports, Orienteering, STEM, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, and Theater.

Schedule

Camps are provided for ten weeks from June 2-August 8, 2025. Most camps take place Monday-Friday from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, although days and times may vary for specialty camps. "Xtra Rec" is offered from 7:30-9:00 am and 5-6:00 pm if you need extra time getting to or from work. For more information on camp schedules, times, fees, other details, please refer to the Camp Dunedin Magazine.

Registration

• Camp registration opens March 12 at 8:00 a.m. 

• New this year - ability to register 100% online. Follow these easy steps:

  1. Go to www.DunedinGov.com/registeronline to login or create a new account.
  2. Confirm that your camper is a member of your household and has a valid Family Comprehensive Waiver. 
  3. Enroll in your desired camp weeks. (Please note that scholarship applicants must complete initial registration in person.)
  4. After enrolling, you will receive an email invitation from ePACT. Click 'Complete Request' and fill out all required information, including the camper profile and emergency contact details, within 10 days of receiving the email.

• We are excited to announce the adoption of ePACT Network, a secure digital platform that allows you to easily share your child's emergency and medical information with us while they are in our care. Not only is ePACT user-friendly and accessible from both your phone or computer, but it also ensures we have a way to communicate with you in the event of an illness, injury, inclement weather updates, or program closures. 

• In-person registration is also available at the Dunedin Community Center and MLK, Jr. Recreation Center.

If you have any questions, or need help creating or logging into your account, please call us at 727-812-4530 or send us an email.

Camp Shirts

Campers will receive one t-shirt for the following camps: Pre-K, Kids, Tweens & Teens, Multi-Sports, Nature, and Hammock Wilderness Camp. Specialty Camps excluded. Additional shirts are available for $10 each.

Stay Informed with "Remind"

"Remind" is a communication tool that allows us to send you real-time text messages directly to your phone. You can receive camp updates, reminders, and fun snapshots of activities or trips during camp, all without needing to download an app. Simply text your camp's code below to the number 81010. If you experience any issues with the number 81010, you may also text the camp code to 210-321-9690.

• Pre-K Camp Code: @prekcampcc
• Kids Camp Code: @kidscampscc
• Tweens & Teens Camp Code: @teensmlk
• Hammock Camp Code: @hammockday
• Nature Camp Code: @naturecod
• Multi-Sports Camp Code: @multicamp
• Teen Leadership Program Code: @DunedinTLP 

Questions? 

Dunedin Parks & Recreation
1920 Pinehurst Road
Dunedin, FL 34698
727-812-4530
Email us

Helpful Links

· What is a Rec Card
· Refunds and Cancellations
· General Policies
· Online Registration

Holiday Camps are offered while children are out of school during Spring Break, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Browse our current Parks & Recreation Magazine or see information below. 

• Spring Break

  •  Spring Fling Camp
  VPK-5th Grade
  Mon-Fri, March 17-21
  9 am - 5 pm: $150 /child
  7:30 am - 6 pm: $175 /child
  Register online or in person. Register early, space is limited. If registered after March 12, an additional $20 will be added.
  MLK, Jr. Recreation Center
  
  •  Swing Into Spring Golf Camp
  Ages 5-15
  Mon-Thurs, March 17-20
  9 am - 1 pm
  $125 /child Register online or in person.
  Stirling Park Driving Range

• Thanksgiving Break

  Turkey Trot Camp
  VPK-5th Grade
  Stay tuned for 2025 dates
  9 am - 5 pm: $90 /child
  7:30 am - 6 pm: $105 /child
  Register online or in person. Register early, space is limited. If registered after Nov. 20, an additional $20 will be added.
  MLK, Jr. Recreation Center
  
  

• Christmas Break

  •  Winter Wonderland Golf Camp
  Ages 5-15
  Stay tuned for 2025 dates
  9 am - 1 pm
  $100 /child (per week). Register online or in person.
  Stirling Park Driving Range
  
  •  Jack Frost Camp
  VPK-5th Grade
  Week 1: Stay tuned for 202 dates
  9 am - 5 pm: $90 /child
  7:30 am - 6 pm: $105 /child
  Week 2: Stay tuned for 2025 dates
  9 am - 5 pm: $120 /child
  7:30 am - 6 pm: $140 /child
  Register online or in person. Register early, space is limited. If registered after Dec. 18 for week 1, or Dec. 26 for week 2, an additional $20 will be added.
  MLK, Jr. Recreation Center

• Camp Registration

  *Register online or in person at any of our Recreation Centers. If you need to create or confirm your online account, please call 727-812-4530.

School may be out, but play is in! When your kids have days off from school, we have your childcare covered. "School's Out Days" are offered for VPK-5th Graders when school is out for the day due to a holiday, teacher's planning day, etc. Join us for a full day of games, crafts, activities and fun. Browse our current Parks & Recreation Magazine or see information below. 

• Monday, April 21
  7:30 am - 6:00 pm
  $30 /child
  Deadline to register: Thursday, April 17. Space is limited. If registered after the deadline date, an additional $10 will be added.
  Register online or in person at any of our Recreation Facilities.

MLK, Jr. Recreation Center
550 Laura Lane
Dunedin, FL 34698
727-738-2920
Send us an email 

The Dunedin Parks & Recreation Department offers the Dunedin for Youth Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to young children and teenagers of Dunedin who come from families in need. This support enables children to participate in summer camps and other recreational programs. The scholarship is funded by donations from individuals, businesses, and organizations contributed to The George J. Koutsourais Dunedin for Youth Scholarship Fund. This fund was established in memory of former Mayor/Commissioner Manuel G. Koutsourais’ son, through a resolution passed by the Dunedin City Commission. The Dunedin for Youth Scholarship Fund aims to help children develop teamwork, life skills, self-confidence, responsibility, healthy lifestyles, perseverance, and friendships.

• To Make a Donation:
  Please call 727-812-4530 or email DunedinRecreation@dunedinfl.net and we will provide you with a donation form.

• To Apply for a Scholarship: 
  Download the application(PDF, 533KB) or pick one up from the Dunedin Community Center or MLK, Jr. Recreation Center. Completed applications must be submitted in person before registering for camp. Funds are dispersed based on need and availability of funds.

If you have questions or need further information, please stop by or contact us at:

Dunedin Parks & Recreation
1920 Pinehurst Road
Dunedin FL 34698
727-812-4530
Email

Join our amazing team! The Dunedin Parks & Recreation Department is currently seeking:

•  Lifeguard I
• Park Attendant
• Parks Maintenance Worker I
• Recreation Leader

View all job openings and apply online at www.DunedinGov.com/jobs.

Dunedin Parks & Recreation offers Before & After School Programs for VPK through 5th graders. This safe and structured recreational environment celebrates play every day. Our program is conveniently held on-site at the elementary schools of Dunedin, Garrison-Jones, and San Jose. Feel safe and secure knowing your child is in good hands with our qualified Recreation Leaders. Your child will thrive physically and socially through a variety of fun and engaging activities, daily snacks, and homework time. This program is licensed by the Pinellas County Child Care License Program and staffed with qualified professionals.

Before Care: 7:30 am - Start of School
After Care: End of School - 6:00 pm

Conveniently held on-site at:
   • Dunedin Elementary
   • Garrison Jones Elementary
   • San Jose Elementary

2024-25 School Year

Registration opens Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Parents may register their child for before care, after care, or both! Initial registration must be done in person at the Dunedin Community Center or the MLK Jr. Recreation Center during normal business hours. Subsequent monthly payments may then be made online after your initial registration is complete. 

The enrollment forms require a notarized Emergency Medical Release. For your convenience, a Notary is on site at the Community Center (727-812-4530) and MLK, Jr. Recreation Center (727-738-2920), however they are not always available; so please call ahead before coming in.

• Registration Packet(PDF, 1MB)
• Medication Record & Parent Authorization(PDF, 124KB)
• Parent Handbook(PDF, 301KB)
• Scholarship Information & Application(PDF, 232KB)

Registration Fee:
$25 for Before Care, After Care, or both.

VPK: 
Before Care: $115/month
After Care: $250/month
Both: $300/month
(Fee discounted for December)

K-5th Grade:
Before Care: $100/month
After Care: $220/month
Both: $270/month
(Fee discounted for December)

Note:
*The program fee is divided into 10 payments due on the 1st of each month. The $25 registration fee and first payment are due at the time of enrollment. The initial payment will be pro-rated based on the date your child starts the program. Payments may be made online after initial registration. By enrolling, you are responsible for all subsequent payments regardless of attendance.

Weekly Informers:
Program Informers are distributed each week, outlining daily activities, helpful tips, and important notes and reminders for parents.

Sign up for Remind:
Remind allows us to send you real-time text messages directly to your phone. You can receive updates, reminders, and fun snapshots, all without needing to download an app. Simply text your school's code below to the number 81010. If you experience any issues with the  number 81010, you may also text the code to 210-321-9690.

• Dunedin Elementary code: @DEBASP
• Garrison Jones Elementary code: @GJBASP
• San Jose Elementary code: @SJBASP

Questions?
Call Dunedin Parks & Recreation at 727-738-2924 or send us an email.