Do you feel that, that’s the summer heat coming upon us! Yes, summer is just around the corner and is here to save the day yet again with a list of camps and things to keep the kids busy this summer!
Theater Camp
Wayne Densch Theater. 201 S Magnolia Ave -407.321.8111.
https://www.waynedenschperformingartscenter.com/summer-camp
Junior Summer Camp
June 26 – 30, 2017 9am – 2pm
$150
Target Camper Age: Rising 1st through 3rd Graders
This theatre basics program will culminate in a fun show at the end of the week!
Senior Summer Camp
July 10 – 28, 2017
9am – 3pm
$350
Target Camper Age: Rising 4th through 12rd Graders
This is a multi-faceted theatrical experience that will culminate in a cabaret style production at the end of the week!
To register: Download the documents here, https://www.waynedenschperformingartscenter.com/summer-camp
Email them to wdpacsummercamp@gmail.com or turn them into the Box Office.
Aftercare is available until 6pm!
WDPAC is offering after care for our summer campers. Need to work until 5pm or run errands in the afternoon? Let your kids stay and experience some behind the scenes activities of theatre!
Your kids will have time for theatre games, movies and social time!
$5 per hour (paid at camp)
Pre-registration highly preferred but walkins are welcome with notification at time of dropoff.
Once registered for camp, your registration confirmation email will include information on how to sign up for Aftercare!
Musical Theater Camp
Lochwood Academy Performing Arts. 109 W Commercial Street.321.355.3757. http://www.lochwoodacademy.com/classes-camps-workshops/
Lochwood Academy Summer Musical Theatre Camp.109 W Commercial Street. 321.355.3757
Grades 2nd-12th. JUNE 5-16 9am – 4pm
$269 ($259 early Bonus Bundle until 5/24/17) Peter Pan Jr. & Pirates Combo available for $438 ($369 for early bonus bundle until 5/24/17 )
This Summer, perform on stage in a musical production of ‘Peter Pan Jr.’ and join in an adventure where you can dream and never grow up.
Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score by Morris “Moose” Charlap and Jule Styne with lyrics by Carolyn Leigh and Betty Comden and Adolph Green, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved and frequently performed family favorites of all time. This high-flying Tony Award-winning musical has been performed around the world and delighted audiences for 60 years. Join the cast of Lochwood Academy’s production of ‘Peter Pan Jr’ this summer and experience the thrill of performing in a real musical! Over two weeks, you’ll learn the songs, dances and script and finish with a gala performance for your family and friends! Whether you are Peter, Wendy, or a Pirate, this summer camp will make you feel like a star.
Lochwood Academy Summer Musical Theatre Camp
109 W Commercial Street. 321.355.3757
Grades 2nd-6th. JUNE 19-23 9am – 4pm
$169 ($159 early Bonus Bundle until 5/24/17) Peter Pan Jr. & Pirates Combo available for $438 ($369 for early bonus bundle until 5/24/17 )
“We’re off to sail the rollicking sea, pirates all are we!” But ARRRR, and shiver me timbers! There’s a stowaway on board! Perhaps the King of the High “Cs” will know what to do. Join this salty crew of colorful scallywags when Bluebeard, Yellowbeard, Whitebeard, Purplebeard – well, you get the picture – along with the No Beards hoist the Jolly Roger and set sail for a mighty adventure.
Join the cast of Lochwood Academy’s production of ‘Pirates! The Musical’ this summer and experience the thrill of performing and taking ownership of the production! Over the week, you’ll learn the songs, dances and script and finish with a gala performance that you have constructed for your family and friends! Whichever Pirate you are, this summer camp will make you feel like a star.
Music Camp
The Music Place. 101 Towne Center Cir.
Let us introduce you to the world of music at our 2017 Music Summer Camp. Have fun shile becoming immersed in the art of music with our professional, well trained teachers. Lessons include piano/keyboard, guitar, voice, and recorder. Come learn how to express musically in a safe and comfortable environment.
30 minutes private lesson(monthly fee)$88
30 minutes private lesson(pay as you go)$25
1 hour private lesson(monthly fee)$160
1 hour Group Lessons(4 students)$10 per class
30 minutes private lesson(monthly fee)$88
30 minutes private lesson(pay as you go)$25
1 hour private lesson(monthly fee)$160
1 hour Group lesson(4 students)$10 per class
Voice Lessons:
30 minutes private lesson(monthly fee)$88
30 minutes private lesson(pay as you go)$25
1 hour private llesson(monthly fee)$160
DANCE CAMP
Kidz Rock Early Learning Education. 6641 FL-46 – (407) 878-5910. https://www.kidzrockelc.com/
Don’t forget to register for Summer Dance at Kidz Rock ELC! We are offering an 8-Week Session, ages 2-6! Ballet and Music & Movement classes will be held on Mondays from 3:30-5:00 pm. The cost is only $80 for the entire program! Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the front desk! #ourkidslovetodance#summerdanceatkidzrockelc
Magic Camp
Mystery of Magic School. 200 Towne Center Circle – (407) 485-1000. https://www.floridamagicschool.com/
June 2nd-August 10th 6pm-8pm
$250 (At checkout type in sanford365 And get 10% off)
Ages 5-15
Purple Wand (Level 1)
Unlocking Secrets
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8 x two hour classes
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$250 for the course
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Amazing custom tricks
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Top secret file folders with bonus extras
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Videos featuring Michael Ammar – one of the greatest teachers in magic history
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An exclusive graduation wand and certificate
The thing that makes Discover Magic truly special is its structure. Discover Magic is designed to build self confidence, teach respect, inspire creativity, improve social skills and so much more all in a safe friendly environment. To put it simply we are leveraging the power and excitement of learning magic secrets to get kids to put down their electronic devices and learn important social skills that will last a lifetime.
At the same time we utilize modern technology both with instructional videos in class and online. Children learn new magic tricks through a unique Discover Magic approach giving each child the opportunity to perform several times before going home to show a family member.
Here are just some of the reasons you should Discover Magic!!!
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Amazing custom tricks
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Simple full color instructions
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Top secret file folders with bonus extras
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Learn the 8 traits of a true magician
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Videos featuring Michael Ammar – one of the greatest teachers in magic history
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An exclusive graduation wand and certificate
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Discover a new hobby that could change your life
Sign up Today, http://www.yesmagicshop.com/product-page/mystery-of-magic-school-registration
History Camp
Museum of Seminole County History. 300 Eslinger Way – (407) 655-2489. https://www.facebook.com/Museum-of-Seminole-County-History-1525433811094992/
July 12 – 15, 9am-3pm
Learn how people once worked, ate, travelled, and played at the Museum of Seminole County History! Each of the four days in our History Camp follows a different one of these themes, spanning time periods from 50-3500 years ago. We will be partaking in special crafts, activities, games, and challenges to illustrate just how different things used to be!
Participants will get to handle and identify authentic artifacts from many different periods, and use reproductions as they would have been used in their time. There will also be musket-firing demonstrations by experienced living historians, archaeology workshops, and take-home crafts!
Recommended for ages 9-11, space is limited. Camp begins at 9am, and runs until 3pm daily. The cost is $100 for the four days, lunch included. Please message or call us if you have any questions. To register your child for the camp please call 407-665-2489.
Check out our Facebook Event for more information, or call 407-665-2489.
Nature and Animal Camp
Central Florida Zoo. 3755 NW Hwy 17-92 – 407.323.4450 x123. http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/summercamp
The Central Florida Zoo offers several great Half Day and Full Day options for all ages.
Half & Full Day Camps (Ages 5-12) & Cub Club Prograpms (Ages 2-5)
Week long, half day camps Zoo Pass Holder—$125, Non-Pass Holder—$145 Week long, stay all day Zoo Pass Holder—$175, Non-Pass Holder—$195
Visit http://www.centralfloridazoo.org/assets/1809/summer_camp_2017_broc.pdf for the full list of all the great activities for each age group.
Bring your child to a whole new world of adventure! Explore our exciting summer programs including half and full day camp options.
Choose from a wide variety of fun and exciting camps such as Safari Express, X-treme survival, Wild Artist, and so much more!
Experience what it’s like to be a Zookeeper going behind-the-scenes to work with the animals! Participants will conduct real animal behavior studies, work directly with zoo keepers, and create enrichments for the animals.
Ms. Savanna’s Horse Camp
386.801.2438
http://savannashorsecamp.com/index.html
Tuesdays & Thursdays June 9am-3pm
Kids will learn the tack up and wash the horses. Learn proper balance and basic riding.
Please have your kids bring a lunch, bottle water and they will enjoy S’mores around the campfire.
For more information call 386-801-2438.
J&A Equestrian. 407.417.5355. https://www.facebook.com/J-A-Equestrian-Center-124507551286551/
Day Camps. Mon.-Fri. 9AM-5PM
May 30th-June 2nd, June 5th-9th,12th-16th, July 24th -28th
$300
Come Join J&A Equestrian Center for our annual summer camp at our new equestrian facility in Sanford! All riding levels are welcome from no experience, to advanced! Camp hours are from 9am-5pm, $300 for the week, snacks and unlimited drinks provided.
-Riding Lessons 2x a day
-Learn to groom & bathe
-Paint the horses!
-Games (On & Off Horseback)
-Swimming
-Arts & Crafts
-Award Ceeremony & Pizza Party Friday
Circle H Equestrian Ranch.Circle H Equestrian Ranch. 5636 Deer Path Lane. 407.247.5702.
https://www.facebook.com/Circle-H-Equestrian-Pursuits-Horse-Activities-262535767144466/
Art Camp
Jennifer Lindquist. 211 E 1st St. 407.323.2774 – http://www.jenniferlindquist.com/workshops.html
July 10th-15th Mon.-Fri. , July 17th Sat. Exhibit/Reception (6pm-9pm) Ages 13-up
Monday 10:00am – 3:00pm (Gallery), Tuesday 10:00am – 3:10pm (SunRail Station), Wednesday 10:00am – 4:00pm (Gallery), Thursday 10:00am – 3:10pm (SunRail Station)
Price is $200.00 for the week
Professional artist and certified art educator Jennifer Lindquist works with intimate groups of student-artists to spark their creative impulses by providing Discipline-Based instruction tailored for each student’s level of artistic development. The focus of this year’s workshop is photography and small-scale Public Art installations.
The workshops are held in the inspiring, nationally renowned Jeanine Taylor Folk Art Gallery.
All material provided, plus a bonus hand-crafted sketchbook ($20 value)
Enrollment is limited to 10, enrollment is based on “First come, First Served”
* Students will create a series of art objects/artifacts that will focus on the workshop’s theme.
* Students will use the” Elements and Principles of Design” to accomplish each project.
-Color theory (warm/cool, complimentary, neutral, analogous),
– Value scale, shade & shadow, perspective, point of view, scale and aesthetics
Dance Camp

New Location of Cindys Dance Studio
Cindy’s Dance Studio. 119 S. Magnoia Ave. 407.324.3999. http://dancewithcindy.com/Forms/2017-SC_Schedule.pdf
Intermediate Intensive (Ages 9+) $145
July 17th-21st Mon-Fri (9am-4pm)
One week of an introduction to conditioning with an intense stretching & strengthening, followed by fine tuning the technique needed to perform leaps, turns & various skills. Also introducing Guest choreographers each day in Contemporary, Lyrical & Jazz.
Dress code preferred form fitting attire to enhance lines of choreography (per instructors preference). Please bring water, lunch and snacks each day. Early drop off/late pick up available upon request.
Advanced Intensive (Ages 12+) $165
July 17th-July 21st Mon.-Fri. (8am-4pm)
One week of intense conditioning (beginning each morning with a workout ~wear your sneakers in the am), then continuing to the studio for stretching & strengthening, followed by the fine tuning the technique needed to perform leaps,turns & various skills and styles of dance, Finishing with different Guest choreographers each day in Contemporary, Lyrical, & Jazz
Dress code preferred form fitting attire to enhance lines of choreography (per instructors preference). Please bring water, lunch and snacks each day. Early drop off/late pick up available upon request.
Vacation Bible School Camp
Crossings Community Church.407-324-5433. http://www.crossings.cc/surfin-gak
June 5-8 6:00-8:30 p.m.
Age 3 through 5th grade
Join us for a righteous good time with surfer dude and his friends as we take on the big waves this summer.
Surf’s Up Dude’s! If you love to ride the waves and have a great time at the beach then you won’t want to miss Surfin’ G.A.K.! Come and join us for a righteous good time with Surfer Dude and his friends as we take on the big waves this summer. You will learn some new moves and skills on this wet and wild adventure! Most of all you will experience what being a life time S.U.R.F. champion is all about!
Food/Science Camp
Wondermade. 214 East 1st Street. 407-205-9569. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/school-of-wonder-tickets-33927043701
School of Wonder
Mon, Jun 26, 2017, 9:30 AM – Fri, Jun 30, 2017, 12:00 PM
Baking Camp
The Sweet Chalet. 209 Bellagio Circle. (321) 363-4841 .http://www.thesweetchalet.com/clases.html
Kids Mini Camp Emoji Style
Two days/3 hours of pure fun!
Mom and Me Welcome July 27-28 & July 28-29 11am-2pm
1 Day $40, 2 Days $60Call Today to Reserve your Spot!! (321) 363-4841
Recreational Camps
City Church Academy. 650 E. Airport Blvd. 407.321.9690
https://www.citychurchacademy.com/summer-day-camp
Camp Dates: May 30th – August 4th
$110 a week!, $75/child OR $100/family
SUMMER FUN STARTS HERE
FIELD TRIPS WEEKLY • FREE LUNCH • SWIMMING EVERYDAY
?Get info for Summer Day Camp 2017 at City Church Academy!
RiverWalk Christian Academy – 801 West 22nd Street. 407.688.5120.
http://www.sanfordfl.gov/modules/showdocument.aspx?documentid=18017
June 5th-July 28th (7:30am-5:30pm) Ages 5-12 Closed Monday July 3rd and Tuesday 4th
$70 per child per week/Child per week/ Week 5-$50
There is a late fee of $5.00 per each ten (10) minutes late will be charged. * Lunch is provided * Please bring two snacks or money for the Camp Store * Age specific / gender specific groups * Field trips cost extra
Pal Camps. 1151 E. 28th Street. 407-708-7641.
http://www.seminolecountypal.org/pal-camps.html
The 2017 Summer camp will be held from June 5, 2017 to August 4, 2017
The weekly fee is $90.00.
Activities include bowling, Art, Splash Pad, Petting Zoo, Crayola Experience and much more!
Applications are now being accepted for the 2017 Spring and Summer SCSO-PAL Camp. There is a non-refundable $50.00 per child pre-registration fee to enroll children in Summer Camp. The application deadline for Summer Camp is Friday June 2, 2017. The camp hours are 7 AM to 6 PM with organized activities occurring from 9 AM to 4 PM. Each camper is responsible for bringing their lunch each day as we do not provide any lunch.
Seminole County Sheriff’s Office PAL Camps is a proactive initiative to offer low cost, safe and supervised activities to youths during Seminole County Public Schools Spring and Summer breaks. We have limited spots available for our 2017 Summer Camp, so register early.
Please download an application from the website and drop it off with the registration fee to the Youth Services Prevention and Enforcement Center
For further information, during business hours contact Jessica Merck: (407) 708-7641.
Salvation Army Summer Camp. 700 W 24th Street http://www.salvationarmyflorida.org/sanford/summer-camp/
The camp session dates for 2017 are May 30th – August 11th 2017 , Camp runs Monday through Friday 7.00am – 6.00pm. The Salvation Army offers a safe environment with fully trained and experienced staff.
Summer Camp enrollment will begin April 2017.
The Salvation Army office is located at 700 West 24th Street in Sanford. You will need to come to the gymnasium entrance where you can fill out your application. You will also need to bring the first full week’s registration fee. Registration will be open to children between the ages of 5-14.
The cost for the camp will be $60.00 per week for 1 child, $115.00 a week for 2 and $140.00 a week for 3 and field trips are extra. Lunch and snacks will be provided.
Camp activities will include:
Sport’s, video games, music, Arts & crafts, exciting field trips, Swimming plus much more.
A great time will be had by all! We look forward to seeing you there.
For more information please contact Ross Cook, Community Center Director at 407 322 2642 Ext 229. To download your application for summer camp please click here
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN ACADEMY. 407.936.3636. 100 Aero Lane. http://thehcla.org/camps/
HELPING STUDENTS BE GREAT DOESN’T STOP WHEN SCHOOL’S OUT.
That’s why HCLA loves to offer summertime camps. Check out all of our offerings below.
FREE Camp
PRESCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
Summer 2017
June and July
Half – Day, Full – Day and Extended Day Available
2, 3 or 5 days per week
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy
Lower Campus
5450 Holy Cross Court
Sanford, FL 32771
CRUSADER PRESCHOOL CAMPS
Ages: 3-6 years olds
Dates: Monday – Thursday, 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $75 per week
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy
Lake Mary Campus
780 N. Sun Dr.
Lake Mary, FL 32746
WEEKLY THEMES
JR. CRUSADER CAMPS
Junior Crusader camps are specially designed for kids moving into Kindergarten.
SPORTS TYME SUMMER CAMPS
SportsTyme hosts a vast variety of sports and games from the safety of our convenient campus location
June 5th – August 4th, 9am to 4pm Weekdays
- $160 per week 9am to 4pm if registered on-line after May 1, 2017
- Optional Early Arrival 7:30 to 9:00am, Add $5
- Optional Late Stay 4:00 to 6:00pm, Add $5
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy
Upper Campus
100 Aero Lane
Sanford, FL 32771
Our mission is simple: to offer a SAFE, FUN, AND SECURE camp experience. We want to make camp fun for the kids and stress-free for mom and dad.SportsTyme Camps
SUMMER DRAMA DAY CAMPS
LION KING KIDS
July 10 – 14, 2017
Ages 7 – 10
Register Now
REACH FOR THE STARS
July 31 – Aug 4, 2017
Ages 11 – 15
Register Now
Holy Cross Lutheran Academy
Lake Mary Campus
780 N. Sun Dr.
Lake Mary, FL 32746
Summer Drama Day Camp is dedicated to capturing a child’s creativity in a family friendly environment and guiding artistic gifts into usable life skills.Lynda Stein
MIDDLE SCHOOL ADVENTURE DAYS
Lego Camp
Bricks for Kidz. 5070 Orange Blvd. (407) 620-5782. http://www.bricks4kidz.com/florida-sanford-altamontesprings/summer-camps/
Seminole Community Church 5070 Orange Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771 |
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Worlds of Amusement
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9:00 am–12:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
Budding Engineer (Preschool)
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9:00 am–12:00 pm | 3-5 | Select |
Minute 2 Win It
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1:00 pm–4:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
Budding Engineer (Preschool)
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7/24-7/28 | 9:00 am–4:30 pm | 3-5 | Select |
Bat League, Heroes & Villains
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7/24-7/28 | 1:30 pm–12:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
Brick Mania with LEGO®Bricks | 7/31-8/4 | 9:00 am–12:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
Space Adventure | 7/31-8/4 | 1:00 am–4:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
All Souls Catholic Schoool 810 S. Oak AvenueSanford, FL 32771 |
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Camp Name | Date | Time | Ages | Details |
Brick Critters: The Secret Life | 6/19-6/23 | 9:00 am–12:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
EV3 Robotics | 6/19-6/23 | 1:00 pm–4:00 pm | 8-12 | Select |
Remote Control Mania | 7/17-7/21 | 9:00 am–12:00 pm | 5-12 | Select |
Junior Robotics | 7/17-7/21 | 1:00 pm–4:00 pm | 5-9 | Select |
Stay at Home Camp
Check out Macaroni Kid ideas for creating your own camp right at home…http://lakemary.macaronikid.com/article/1204940/diy-summer-camp
Activities and Things to Do
Summer Movie Express. 430 Towne Center Circle. 844. 462.7342
Family fun movies playing on Tuesdays & Wednesdays for the summertime!
Admission to the Summer Movie Express is only $1. Tickets available for purchase at the box office and all movies start at 10:00 am. Each week both movies play on both days. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute. Starts June 6th at UA Seminole Towne Center 10.
View the Summer List of Movies Here, https://www.regmovies.com/movies/summer-movie-express
Kidx Monthly Social. 200 Towne Center Circle. (407) 323-1843
http://seminoletownecenter.com/events-news/event/kidx-monthly-socials
Join us the first Tuesday of every month from 5:30pm-6:30pm for our KidX Social events. Kids will have the opportunity to meet and greet with some of our tenants while participating in a fun, interactive activity. Previous activities include Make Your Own Sundae, Make Your Own Nachos, and more.
May – inside Pure Choice Organics – demonstrations on how to make soap!
June – In front of Sears upper level
July – *THERE WILL BE NO SOCIAL IN JULY*
August – TBD
Special Events:
June 24th-KidX Summer Safety
July 29th-KidX Luau
September 16th-Pirate and Princess Party
Check in with the Guest Service Booth upon arrival to confirm location of social for that evening.
RSVP for the FREE event: FACEBOOK
Wondermade Marshmallow. E. 1st St. Sanford. 407-205-9569 – http://wondermade.com/
Interactive tours and field trips that range from 45 – 90 minutes from $7 to $15/person.
Love Sweets and Fun?! Who doesn’t? Join in on this SWEET activity! Get a behind the scenes peek at how Wondermade makes their delicious marshmallows, cut and decorate your very own marshmallows and take place in your very own marshmallow contest!
To book an event email events@wondermade.com. We can book any weekend morning between 9am-12pm.
North Branch Library. 150 N. Palmetto Ave. 407.665.1620
Books, Books and More Books! Keep cool indoors and visit Sanford’s Library, don’t forget you can also check out DVDs!!
Also, May 31st 7-8:30PM is the Summer Reading Kickoff Party!!
Mayfair Country Club. 3536 Country Club Road. 407.322.2531.
Children ages 6-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Offer available for one child per adult. Valid and day June 1st – September 30th.
Fort Mellon Park, Splash Pad. 600 E. 1st Street. 407.688.5103
March 1 through October 31 (in March and October, only open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
Admission Fee: $2 per person
Free B Fridays: No admission charge from 11 AM – 8 PM on the first Friday of every month.
Season Pass: $25 per person
Sanford Memorial Stadium, 1201 S. Mellonville Ave. 407.688.5000 ext: 5604
Catch a Sanford River Rats game at the Sanford Memorial Stadium! Games run this year from June 2nd-July 30th. Playoffs are the first week of August. Games start at 7pm, unless noted.
View Calendar for Schedule!
Airport Lanes, Bowling. 190 E Airport Blvd. (407) 324-2129
Stay out of the heat with our Free Bowling for Kids program! Each child registered will receive 2 FREE Games of Bowling ALL summer long.
Register today: http://
REGISTRATION MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE BEFORE YOUR FIRST VISIT! YOU MUST FILL OUT THE ENTIRE FORM AND ACCEPT TO THE TERMS IN ORDER TO RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION EMAIL. YOU MUST PRESENT YOUR CONFIRMATION EMAIL (EITHER IN PRINTED VERSION OR ON YOUR PHONE) TO THE FRONT DESK IN ORDER TO RECEIVE YOUR ID CARD. THIS ID CARD MUST BE PRESENTED EACH DAY (MONDAY-FRIDAY, OPEN-5PM, FROM JUNE 1ST, 2017-AUGUST 31ST 2017) TO RECEIVE THE 2 FREE GAMES (SHOE RENTAL NOT INCLUDED).