Camps
NOTE: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, programs and events are subject to change based on local and state guidelines. McAllister Recreation Center will provide updates as they become available. Thank you.
Spring Break Camp
The weather is getting warmer, and school is out! Come to McAllister and enjoy a week full of seasonal arts and crafts, activities, and fun. This camp is offered to children ages 6-12. Spring Break Camp is held during the week of Lafayette School Corporation and Tippecanoe School Corporation Spring Break. Registration is limited to the first 40 kids.
Spring Break Camp 2023
- Registration Begins: February 20th
- Dates: March 27th-31st
- Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Before/After Care Services: 7:30 a.m. - 9 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
- Fee: $100 per child
- No daily rate for this camp
Summer Camp
McAllister is offering daycare/childcare for the summer of 2023. We are committed to offering a summer full of fun activities, games and crafts to our participants, but we will be implementing several changes to facilitate the wellness of the children and staff as we continue to navigate through this pandemic. If you have any questions about our operating procedures or camp activities, give us a call!
Summer Camp 2023
- Registration Begins: January 2
- Registration Fee: Non-refundable $50 per child
- Dates: May 25 - August 14 (Monday-Friday)
- No camp on May 29th or July 4th
- Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Before/After Care Services: 7:30 a.m.-9 a.m. and 4-5:30 p.m. (no additional cost)
- Fee (Weekly): $120 per child for the first 2 children and $90 per each additional child. Includes before and after care services
- Date to Finalize Financially Obligated Weeks: May 8, 2023
- Camper and Parent Orientation Meeting: May 17, 2023 at 7 p.m.
- To print registration forms, click the link below:
Summer Camp Schedules
- May 30-June 2
- June 5-9
- June 12-16
- June 19-23
- June 26-30
- July 3-7
- July 10-14
- July 17-21
- July 24-28
- July 31 - August 4
- August 7-11
EARLY REGISTRATION DISCOUNT:
- If you sign up between January 2nd & January 31st, you will receive a 10% weekly price discount per child per week.
- If you sign up between February 1st & February 28th, you will receive a 5% weekly price discount per child per week.
***There is no discount for a daily rate.
Junior Counselor Program
The Junior Counselor program is designed to give your 13 or 14 year old practical, hands-on, work experience in a day camp setting. Junior Counselors will work hand in hand with the McAllister Summer Camp staff to ensure that campers have a fun, safe, and enjoyable camp experience.Expectations
Junior Counselors will assist McAllister Camp staff while simultaneously learning valuable leadership skills. Junior Counselors will also be required to complete an application and take part in a formal interview, thus allowing participants to familiarize themselves with the job interview process.
Junior Counselor Program Description
Junior Counselor Application
Deadline 2023
Please turn in your application (and required paperwork) to the McAllister Center by Friday, April 14th, 2023.
Fall Break Camp
This camp is perfect for every child. Seasonal arts and crafts, field trips, and games are offered at McAllister during the area school corporations' Fall Breaks. Trips to Pumpkin Patch have been a popular favorite of every camper. Fall Break is offered for children ages 6-12 (or 5 years old if enrolled in Kindergarten). Registration is limited.
Fall Break Camp 2023
- Registration Begins: September 18
- Dates: October 16-20, 2023
- Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Before/After Care: 7:30 a.m. -.9 a.m. and 4 - 5:30 p.m.
- Fee - $100 per week or $35 per day
Winter Break Camp
Give your kids something to celebrate over the holidays! Come join the McAllister team and show your kids something other than television or a video game. Winter Break Camp is offered for children ages 6-12 (or 5 years old if enrolled in Kindergarten). Children participate in a variety of activities, seasonal arts and crafts, and field trips. Registration is limited.
Winter Break Camp 2023
- Registration Begins: November 13
- Dates: December 21, 22, 26 27, 28, 29, 30, and January 2, 3
- Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
- Before/After Care: 7:30 a.m. -.9 a.m. and 4 - 5:30 p.m.
- Fee: $35 per day per child or $100 per week
To register online click here.
Contact Us
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Phone: 765-807-1360
McAllister Recreation Center
2351 N 20th Street
Lafayette, IN 47904
Phone: 765-807-1360
Hours
Monday-Friday
7 a.m. - 7 p.m.