The short answer
Lodi has a full slate of summer camps under $200 a week, plus several free ones. The free options are OEG Camp (free full days for teens ages 12-16) and the Lodi Boys & Girls Club afternoon program (free for ages 6-18). Summer Safari Camp through City of Lodi Parks & Rec is the cheapest full-day care at $45 a week, 7am to 6pm. Most half-day specialty camps (theater, slime science, magic, songwriting, robotics) run $150 to $195 a week, and a few science camps go a bit higher.
Free and low-cost options
Start with [Summer Safari Camp](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/summer-safari-camp) through City of Lodi Parks & Rec. Full-day care (7AM-6PM) starting at just $45/child per week. There's Kiddie Kamp for ages 4-5 and Kids Camp for ages 6-12, with messy art projects, sports, snacks, and walking field trips built in.
For teens ages 12-16, the city's [OEG Camp](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/oeg-camp-summer-both-june-july-2026) is completely free. Full days (7AM-6PM) at Legion Park with enrollment for June, July, or both months. The [Lodi Boys & Girls Club](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/summer-camp) also runs seven weeks of summer programming, free afternoon sessions for ages 6-18, or all-day camp for ages 6-12 at $80/week.
Half-day specialty camps under $200
Most themed camps through City of Lodi Parks & Rec are $170 for the week (Mon-Fri, half-day sessions). That includes [Stage & Scene Adventures](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/stage-scene-adventures) (ages 7-12, 8AM-12PM) for theater and improv, and [Slime Science Camp](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/slime-science-camp) (ages 7-12, 1-5PM) where kids mix gooey concoctions while learning chemistry basics.
[Jewelry from the Earth](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/jewelry-from-the-earth) (ages 7-12, 8AM-12PM) focuses on sustainable art using recycled materials, clay, and resin. [Jr. Crime Scene Detectives](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/jr-crime-scene-detectives) (ages 7-12, 1-5PM) gets kids investigating mock crime scenes with hands-on forensic experiments. And [Magic Makers Camp](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/magic-makers-camp) (ages 7-12, 1-5PM) teaches performance skills and classic magic tricks.
[Songwriters in the Making](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/songwriters-in-the-making) (ages 7-12, 8AM-12PM) helps young musicians write original songs with rhythm, melody, and lyrics. [LEGO Robotics Camp](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lego-robotics-camp) is $195 for the week (ages 6-12, 9AM-12PM). Kids build LEGO models and code them using drag-and-drop programming through Intellibricks.
Science and sports camps
[WOW Science Summer Camp (Jr. Camp: Ages 5-7)](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/wow-science-summer-camp-jr-camp-ages-5-7) runs 8AM-1PM for $225/week for WOW members ($275 non-members). The [WOW Science Summer Camp (Main Camp: Ages 8-11)](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/wow-science-camp-main-camp-ages-8-11) is 8AM-2PM for $299/week (members) or $349 (non-members). Each week focuses on a different science theme.
[Impact Sports Summer Camps 2026](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/impact-sports-summer-camps-2026) offers Tot Camps for ages 3-5 and Morning/Afternoon Camps for older kids at their Lodi and Galt locations. Pricing varies, contact Impact directly. [Ceramics Summer Series](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/ceramics-summer-series) with Meet the Maker is $150 for all five Tuesday sessions (ages 7-12, 10AM-12PM) and includes materials.
What to do next
Pick 2-3 options that fit your schedule and budget, then register early, popular camps fill up fast. Many City of Lodi programs offer sibling discounts and financial assistance for qualifying families.
Frequently asked questions
What are the cheapest summer camps in Lodi?
Summer Safari Camp through City of Lodi Parks & Rec is the cheapest full-day option at $45 a week (7am to 6pm). The Lodi Boys & Girls Club is $80 a week for all-day care for ages 6-12, with free afternoon sessions for ages 6-18.
Are there any free summer camps in Lodi?
Yes. OEG Camp is a free full-day program for teens ages 12-16 at Legion Park, and the Lodi Boys & Girls Club runs free afternoon sessions for ages 6-18.
How much do half-day specialty camps cost in Lodi?
Most themed camps through City of Lodi Parks & Rec are $170 for the week, including Stage & Scene Adventures, Slime Science, Magic Makers, Songwriters in the Making, Jewelry from the Earth, and Jr. Crime Scene Detectives. LEGO Robotics Camp is $195 for the week.
Which Lodi summer camps cover a full work day?
Summer Safari Camp (7am to 6pm, from $45 a week) and the Boys & Girls Club all-day camp ($80 a week, ages 6-12) are the full-day options. To stretch a half-day specialty camp into a work day, pair it with before or after care.
Do Lodi summer camps offer discounts or financial assistance?
Many City of Lodi programs offer sibling discounts and financial assistance for qualifying families. Ask Parks & Rec directly, and register early because the popular camps fill up fast.