For thousands of St. Louis kids – and their parents – the end of the school year is quickly approaching. The City of St. Louis offers several programs for kids, families and young adults to provide fun, safe and nurturing experiences.”Summer break is one of the most fun times of the year, but it’s also a stressful time for parents and a part of the year when it’s extremely important that our kids have fun and safe activities to take part in,” said Mayor Cara Spencer. “That’s why I’m so proud of our City departments for continuing to offer free, high-quality programming for children and youths throughout the summer months.”In an effort to further expand the number of opportunities for young St. Louisans, the fiscal year 2027 budget that the Board of Estimate and Apportionment sent to the Board of Aldermen in April includes an additional $1 million for summer youth employment programming.To make it easier for families to connect with summer camps, pools, sports, youth employment programs and more, information and registration links are available on the Summer Activities for Youth and Families web page.Recreation Division ProgramsLearn to swim, join one of the City’s youth sports programs in basketball, baseball, soccer and more, sign up for a dance program or take up boxing. These are just a few of the programs the City of St. Louis Recreation Division is offering around the city this summer. Learn more and register here.Summer CampThe City of St. Louis is offering free full-day summer camps at several recreation centers between June 1 and August 7. Camps feature several fun activities in fields including the outdoors, STEM, golf and cinema production. Breakfast, lunch and a snack are served each day. Spots are filling up quickly, so learn more and sign up today.City Swimming PoolsThe 2026 Outdoor Pool Season begins on Saturday, May 23, and runs to Labor Day weekend. There is no entry fee or charge to swim.A one-time registration is requested in advance of arriving at the pool using the City of St. Louis Recreation Programs site. After clicking the link, scroll to the pool you plan to visit to register.Outdoor Pool Schedule Chambers Pool, 3115 Franklin Ave., at Compton Ave., 314-534-7953. Hours: 7 days a week, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Closed during shift change, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.) Fairground Park Pool, 4011 Natural Bridge Ave. @ Grand Blvd., 314-534-9219. Hours: 7 days a week, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. (Closed during shift change, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.) Marquette Park Pool, 4025 Minnesota Ave., 314-353-1250. Hours: Monday – Sunday, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. Marquette requires its own pre-registration for a pool pass for all individuals, including children. You may register for a pass at any time. Passes may be picked up at the Marquette Recreation Center Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.) and Saturdays (9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.).An adult must accompany children 13 and under.The City of St. Louis is hiring lifeguards ($17.00/hr). Applicants must be at le 

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