Banneker Recreation Center is a District of Columbia Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) recreation center in Washington, D.C. that offers DPR's summer day camp program. DPR camps run weekdays from 9am to 5pm with before- and after-care available, and are grouped by age (roughly 3–13) into programs such as Little Explorers (ages 3–5) and Discovery Camp, offering recreation, games and enrichment. Registration is through DPR.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Banneker Recreation Center directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★JasThe pool has been closed for maintenance at opening time on three separate occasions. That wouldn’t be such a problem if the community were notified ahead of time. This is a shared space—people are arriving by bus, with children, and in the heat. Waiting outside with no information about when the pool will open is frustrating and avoidable. Clear, timely communication is essential so that residents can plan accordingly.
★★★★Mike HGreat to get in the lap swim. ☀️😎🏊🏼♂️ Lifeguards & staff are kind, patient and friendly! DJ at the pool experience is an awesome “tall” vibe! Lit!🔥 🎧🎤🎶
★★★★★Lucas WallReally nice big public pool. Free for DC residents; $7 for guests. 4 lap lanes, 2 shallower ends, deep center, and separate fenced-in kiddie pool.
★★★★★Anna IGGreat COVID testing site. Easy parking. No line! Good spacing between people. Way to go DC with the great testing sites!
★★★MarinaThere's a nice track and baseball field here. If you come to this track don't bring anything you don't want to run with. There are homeless people in this area and they are known to steal your stuff while you're working out. Other than that it's safe. At night it's lit up (most of the time). If you go at night or once it's dark, I suggest to go with a buddy. If you don't have a buddy you'll be okay. I've never been hurt or had anything stolen. I've heard stories of people getting their stuff taken and they ended up chasing down the homeless guy lol.