News: Biddeford Recreation Summer Day Camp 2026 Info Page
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Welcome to the Biddeford Recreation Summer Day Camp 2026 Info Page!
Biddeford Recreation will be offering summer camps in 2026 for students in grades K-8 for the upcoming school year. This page includes important information, links to forms, enrollment and camp dates, and resources to help families prepare for the upcoming camp season. Updates will be added throughout the next few months as information is available. Please check back for updates!
Enrollment Info:
BIDDEFORD RESIDENT REGISTRATION OPENS: Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 at 9:00AM
NON-RESIDENT REGISTRATION OPENS: Tuesday, April 21st, 2026 at 9:00AM
Enrollment Process for 2026:
Click here for the Summer Camp Enrollment Packet!
This page will feature instructions and information about our online automated enrollment process, timelines to enroll, information you'll need to complete the forms, wait list, payment info, and more! We also included a helpful infographic on page 3 with all the steps super-simplified!
Financial Aid: Click here for the 2026 Financial Aid Application.
Deadline: The deadline for Financial Aid applications for summer camp 2026 is March 2, 2026. Please contact Recreation Director, Lisa Thompson if you have any questions lisa.thompson@biddefordmaine.org
2026 Summer Camp Details: additional details will be added throughout the spring
Safari Camp: For students entering Grades K-4 in school year 2026-2027
• Dates: Monday through Friday, June 22nd through August 14th (closed Friday, July 3rd)
• Camp Hours: 7:30am through 5:30pm
• Location: J. Richard Martin Community Center, 189 Alfred St. Biddeford
Pricing and Registration Options:
Safari Camp Full Summer Registration:
• Discounted rate of $1,600.00/resident; $1,700.00/non-resident for all 8 weeks of camp!
• Sibling rate: $1,525.00/resident; $1,625.00/non-resident
Includes all 8 weeks of camp. $500.00 (res) or $600.00 (non-res) deposit is due at enrollment for this option. The remaining balance must be paid in full before Friday, June 12th, or a payment plan must be initiated that will completely pay for camp by August 7th. Campers with outstanding balances will not be permitted to attend camp until their balance has been paid or a payment plan is initiated. Please call the Recreation Department to set up a payment plan/automatic electronic payments. 207-283-0841.
Weekly Option: $250.00/resident; $300.00/non-resident. A $15.00 discount will be applied for additional siblings.
This option provides the flexibility to select specific weeks your child will attend. Priority will be given to Full Time enrollments and weekly rates will be available starting Tuesday, May 5th for weeks that still have availability. You may submit enrollment forms in April, but we cannot guarantee weekly availability. Only weeks registered and paid for will be guaranteed.
Tiger Adventure Camp (TAC): For students entering Grades 5-8 in school year 2026-2027
• Dates: Monday through Thursday, June 22nd through August 13th
• Camp Hours: 7:30am through 5:30pm
• Location: The Clubhouse at Rotary Park (formerly known as the Teen Center Building)
Pricing and Registration Options:
TAC Full Summer Registration:
• Discounted rate of $1,400.00/resident; $1,500.00/non-resident for all 8 weeks of camp!
• Sibling rate: $1,325.00/resident; $1,425.00/non-resident
Includes all 8 weeks of camp. $500.00 deposit is due at enrollment for this option. The remaining balance must be paid in full before Friday, June 12th, or a payment plan must be initiated that will completely pay for camp by August 7th. Campers with outstanding balances will not be permitted to attend camp until their balance has been paid or a payment plan is initiated. Please call the Recreation Department to set up a payment plan/automatic electronic payments. 207-283-0841.
Weekly Option: $200.00/resident; $250.00/non-resident. A $15.00 discount will be applied for additional siblings.
This option provides the flexibility to select specific weeks your child will attend. Priority will be given to Full Time enrollments and weekly rates will be available starting Tuesday, May 5th for weeks that still have availability. You may submit enrollment forms in April, but we cannot guarantee weekly availability. Only weeks registered and paid for will be guaranteed.
Camp Calendars: We are currently working on our schedule for trips and activities with vendors as they open for the summer season. Get ready for a calendar full of on-camp experiences, interactive guests, camp themes, weekly trips to local venues, beaches, parks, and more! Be prepared to embark on robust trips and adventures! Look forward to activities geared toward the children’s interests! And don’t forget our end of the summer celebration! Our calendar will highlight special events, exciting trips, weekly themes, and themed days! There will be plenty to explore and opportunities to find something new to enjoy! From crafts to sports to art and more, there is something for everyone this summer at Biddeford Recreation. We plan to have complete activity calendars for June/July available early June and our August calendar available in July - stay tuned to our website for more details!
Summer Camp Schedule is subject to change dependent on end of year school calendar and may be impacted by snow day closures!
Save the Date: Camp Open House, Thursday, June 18, 2026. Additional details TBD.
For any questions as we head into summer, please email us at summercamp@biddefordmaine.org.
Coming Soon! Summer Employment Opportunities Info Page.
We are ready and ROARing to go for summer fun!
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