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Parks, Trails & Recreation

Summer Camps & Community Pools

Keene Parks & Recreation offers a variety of activities and programs to keep the community active and engaged all summer long! We offer Summer Camps, Swim Lessons, and Seasonal Pool Passes at our two community pools. Plus, don't miss out on Concerts on the Common, Outdoor Movies, Community Nights, and more

Our Summer Camps

  • Summer Playground Program (Ages 6-11) – A traditional day camp experience filled with games and creative activities. We offer this program in two locations (Robin Hood Park & Wheelock Park).  

  • Middle School Pass (Grades 6th-8th) – This is an 8-week drop-in program that takes place at the Recreation Center. Youth have access to our Middle School Lounge, Game Room, Gym & Esports Room.  

  • Esports Camp (Ages 8-14) – This week-long camp takes place in our Esports Room and brings gamers together for tournaments and challenges.  

  • Challenger Sports Soccer Camp (Ages 6-12) – We are excited to partner with Challenge Sports to bring their Creative Skills Camp to Keene this summer! 

Check out our 2025 Summer Programs Guide for a full list of our summer programs! 

REGISTRATION FOR SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS OPENS MARCH 3rd (for Keene residents) and March 10th for everyone else. [Registration Page]

*Our Summer Activities Guide will be released in March and will include details about our concerts, movies and more!  

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Looking for one of the BEST seasonal jobs? 

Keene Parks & Recreation is hiring Summer Camp Staff and Pool Staff

  • Camp Counselors spend your summer making a difference working in our summer playground programs and specialty camps!  

  • Lifeguards spend your summer outdoors building your leadership skills while working at our two outdoor pools! 

Join our team! Check HERE for job postings and start making an impact in your community. 

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kids after a color run at camp