Plantation's summer camps open by lottery in the spring. Camp list, ages and 2026 prices, the Aquatic Complex hours and fees, splash pads and summer events.
Last checked Oct. 10, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. Sources: the City of Plantation’s camps page, aquatics page and Aquatic Complex updates, parks directory and events calendar. Camps: 954-452-2510, camps@plantation.org.
Plantation’s summer runs from the last day of Broward schools, Friday, May 28, 2027, to the first week of August. This page is updated every year. The city fills its own day camps by a spring lottery, and by September 2026 its three main day camps were listed as full. The 2027 schedule had not been posted by Oct. 10, so the dates and prices below are from 2026 and labeled that way.
Who to call
- City camps: 954-452-2510, camps@plantation.org
- Jim Ward Neighborhood Day Camp: 954-585-2344
- Plantation Aquatic Complex: 954-452-2525
- Share-A-Pony camp, Plantation Equestrian Center: 954-476-4316
How the camp lottery worked in 2026
From the city’s camps page:
| 2026 date | Step |
|---|---|
| Feb. 18 | Summer camp application posted online |
| March 24 | Residents start dropping off camp packets |
| April 6 | Nonresidents start dropping off packets |
| April 13 | Deadline for packets, no exceptions |
| April 16 | Lottery results emailed |
| April 16-22 | Accept and pay, in full or for Session A |
Entering the lottery does not guarantee a spot. Expect a similar calendar in 2027.
The camps (2026)
| Camp | Ages | Where | 2026 details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kids Day Camps | 5-11 | Volunteer Park, Plantation Community Center, Central Park | June 8 to July 31; residents $900 for 8 weeks or $475 for 4 |
| Adventure Camp | 11-14 | Central Park | More field trips; residents $1,100 for 8 weeks or $575 for 4 |
| Jim Ward Neighborhood Day Camp | 5-11 | Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Ave. | On-site camp; lunch and snack from Meals on Wheels of South Florida |
| Kidtastic Corner | 3-5 | Plantation Community Center | Listed for 2026 |
| Tennis Summer Camp | 5-13 | Veltri Tennis Center | June 8 to July 31; residents $300 a week full day |
| Summer Camp at the Plantation Preserve | 6-14 | Plantation Preserve Golf Course | Week to week from June 8 |
| Share-A-Pony Summer Camp | 5-14 | Plantation Equestrian Center | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., $500 a week |
| Summer Soccer Camp | 6-14 | Pine Island Park | Registration through the club |
There was no city camp on Friday, June 19, Juneteenth. Nonresidents pay more for every city camp; the full rate table is on the city’s page.
The pool
The Plantation Aquatic Complex, 9151 NW 2nd St. at Central Park, has two Olympic-size pools, including a competition pool with a dive well and a 5-meter platform. It is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekends, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on most holidays.
| Day pass | Resident | Nonresident |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | $4 | $7 |
| Junior (under 18) or senior (55+) | $3 | $5 |
| Family (2 adults, 2 juniors) | $10 | $16 |
Children under 2 get in free, and residents must show proof of residence, according to the city’s aquatics page. In summer 2026 the pool held members-only swim from 7 to 8 a.m. on weekdays, and camp groups swam from 10:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. Swim lessons need an evaluation first for most levels, the city’s updates page says.
Water Safety Day, held May 2, 2026, at the Aquatic Complex, offered free swim lessons for ages 4 to 15 with pre-registration. Watch the city calendar each spring.
Splash pads
The city’s parks directory lists water playgrounds at Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd St., and Jim Ward Park, 301 NW 46th Ave. Water shoes are required, and food, glass and pets are not allowed. Park hours are on our parks and trails guide.
Summer events (2026)
- Kids to Parks Day, May 16, 2026, at Deicke Park: crafts, games and scavenger hunts.
- Daddy/Daughter Dance, “Boots and Bling,” July 10, 2026, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Volunteer Park, for daughters 6 to 12; $20 a couple.
- Back to School BBQ, July 18, 2026, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Jim Ward Community Center, with free school supplies for Plantation residents.
What this means for you
- Mark mid-February on the calendar for the 2027 camp application.
- Resident packets go in first; have proof of residency ready.
- Bring water shoes to the splash pads.
Related: kids’ activities, spring break, Father’s Day and Fourth of July fireworks.
Frequently asked questions
How do I sign up for Plantation summer camp?
In 2026 the city posted the application online Feb. 18, took resident packets from March 24 and nonresident packets from April 6, closed April 13 and announced lottery results April 16. The 2027 dates had not been posted as of Oct. 10.
How much is Plantation summer camp?
In 2026 the city’s Kids Day Camps for ages 5 to 11 cost $900 for eight weeks or $475 for four weeks for a resident’s first child; nonresidents paid $1,100 or $575.
When does the Plantation pool open for summer?
The Plantation Aquatic Complex, 9151 NW 2nd St., is open year round: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekends. Resident day passes are $4 for adults and $3 for juniors.
Where are the splash pads in Plantation?
The city lists water playgrounds at Central Park, 9151 NW 2nd St., and Jim Ward Park, 301 NW 46th Ave. Water shoes are required, and food, glass and pets are not allowed.
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