> Verified August 31, 2026. Three items here are seasonal and currently between seasons: > Lodi Junior Giants (summer, closed July 31), OEG Camp (ran June to July 2026), and the Stockton > Ports Kids Club season, which ended August 30. Still free and running today: Lodi Library homework > help and chess club, Boys and Girls Club teen programs, and WOW for All free museum Sundays on > October 4 and December 6.
The short answer
Lodi has more free youth programming than most towns its size. Free sports include the Lodi Junior Giants (baseball and softball, ages 5-13) and the inclusive Lodi Tee-Rexes. For learning, the Lodi Library runs free homework help (K-12, no registration) and the Boys & Girls Club teen programs are free for ages 13-18. OEG Camp is a free full-day summer program for teens ages 12-16, and there are free museum days at the World of Wonders plus $5 toddler nature programs at Lodi Lake.
Free Sports & Recreation
The [Lodi Junior Giants](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-junior-giants) runs an 8-week summer program for ages 5-13 with zero registration cost. Co-ed baseball and softball focused on character development and bullying prevention. Games happen on weekdays plus Saturdays, and they provide pitching machines and all equipment.
If your kid's into tee-ball and on the autism spectrum, the [Lodi Tee-Rexes](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-tee-rexes) is a completely free, inclusive league created by a longtime Lodi coach. Reach out to them directly for schedule and location details.
Free Learning & Enrichment
The [Lodi Library Homework Help](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-library-homework-help) program runs Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-5:30 PM with background-checked volunteer tutors helping K-12 students with math, English, and social studies. No registration required. Just show up.
[OEG Camp Summer](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/oeg-camp-summer-both-june-july-2026) is a free full-day program (7 AM-6 PM) for teens ages 12-16 at Legion Park's Lee Jones Building. You can enroll for June, July, or both months. It's run through Lodi Parks & Rec and fills up, so register early.
The [Lodi Boys & Girls Club](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-boys-girls-club) offers [Teen Programs](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/teen-programs) with completely free membership for ages 13-18, Monday through Friday from 2-6 PM (extended to 7 PM some days). Leadership, fitness, arts, and social skills in a welcoming after-school environment.
Free Museum & Cultural Programs
[WOW for All: Free Museum Days](https://lodikidsactivities.com/events/free-admission-days-at-the-world-of-wonders-science-museum-qing) gives you four select Sundays in 2026 with free all-day admission to the World of Wonders Science Museum (10 AM-5 PM). Great for first-time visitors or for WOW members who want to bring a guest.
The [San Joaquin County Historical Museum](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/san-joaquin-county-historical-museum) in Micke Grove Park is free for members, and offers $5-$7 admission for others, but it's worth noting because memberships pay for themselves quickly if you visit more than once. Open Thursday through Sunday, 10 AM-4 PM.
For toddlers, [Lodi Lake Tot Nature Programs](https://lodikidsactivities.com/programs/lodi-lake-tot-nature-programs) costs just $5 per adult-child pair (ages 2-4) on Monday mornings at the Lodi Lake Amphitheater. Docent-led sessions explore nature along the Mokelumne River through touch, sound, smell, and sight.
What to Do Next
Pick 2-3 programs that match your schedule, then register or show up. The library and museum programs require zero commitment. Sports leagues and camps fill up fast, especially Junior Giants and OEG Camp, so don't wait if those fit your summer plans.
Frequently asked questions
What free youth sports are there in Lodi?
The Lodi Junior Giants is a free 8-week summer baseball and softball program for ages 5-13, and the Lodi Tee-Rexes is a free, inclusive tee-ball league.
Is there free after-school or homework help in Lodi?
The Lodi Library runs free drop-in programming for kids, though the lineup changes. As of August 31, 2026 that is Chess at the Library (Mondays 2:30-5pm, all ages), Paws to Read (Wednesdays 3-5pm, read aloud to therapy dogs), and Fiber Arts Thursdays (5-6:30pm, age 8+). No registration required for any of them. Note the library is closed Fridays. The Lodi Boys & Girls Club teen programs are free for ages 13-18 on weekday afternoons.
Are there free summer programs in Lodi?
OEG Camp is a free full-day program (7am to 6pm) for teens ages 12-16 at Legion Park. It fills up, so register early through Lodi Parks & Rec.
Are there free things to do with toddlers in Lodi?
Lodi Lake Tot Nature Programs cost just $5 per adult-child pair for ages 2-4 on Monday mornings at the Lodi Lake Amphitheater. The World of Wonders Science Museum also offers four free admission Sundays in 2026.
Do I need to register for the free programs?
It depends. The library homework help and free museum days need no registration, just show up. Sports leagues and camps like Junior Giants and OEG Camp fill up fast, so register early for those.