World of Wonder (WOW) Program (Completed TK to 4th Grades)

The World of Wonder (WOW) Program has been the favorite way for kids to spend their summer vacation, and for parents to be assured of the security of a supervised recreational care program.

WOW will be held at various park sites across Alameda and is open to those who will complete TK to 4th Grades as of Summer 2026.  All programs will spend the majority of the program day enjoying activities outdoors.

This summer, let's get ready to enjoy "A Totally Rad REC Summer"!

How Do We Register For WOW?

Register Online for the WOW Program!
You may also complete registration form for each child and return with payment:
  • By Mail:  Alameda Recreation and Park Department, 2226 Santa Clara Avenue, Alameda, CA 94501
  • E-mail:  arpd@alamedaca.gov
  • Fax:  (510) 523-4071
ARPD Disclaimer:  Registrations that are emailed, faxed or dropped off could have delayed processing.  Registering online will be your best opportunity to secure a spot in one of the ARPD Programs!  If your desired program is full, place your child on the waiting list as additional program may be added to meet the demand of registration.
Please Note:
Please provide details regarding your child's medical needs and/or any physical, emotional or developmental disabilities they may have.  Safety is of the utmost importance for all ARPD participants.  Providing ARPD with this information is necessary so that we may determine if and how we can safely support your child.  Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis with a Program Supervisor. 
All activities are geared toward a weekly theme
Activities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Crafts
  • Games
  • Cooking
  • Drama
  • Nature
  • Walking Excursions
  • and much, much more!
ARPD Summer Programs will emphasize:
  • Recreational Activities (Sports, Active Games, Fitness)
  • Enrichment Activities (Arts & Crafts, Science, Passive and Social Games, Cooking)
  • Youth Development (Safety, Community/Team Building, Positive Relationship Building, Skill Building)
Week 1: Monday to Thursday, June 15-18, 2026
NO PROGRAM ON FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026 (Holiday)

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident:  $211 / Non-Resident:  $248

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident:  $235 / Non-Resident:  $267
Week 2: Monday to Friday, June 22-26, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 3: Monday to Friday, June 29-July 3, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 4: Monday to Friday, July 6-10, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 5: Monday to Friday, July 13-17, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 6: Monday to Friday, July 20-24, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 7: Monday to Friday, July 27-31, 2026

Cost Per Person:

Bayport WOW:
9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Alameda Resident: $263 / Non-Resident: $309

Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353
Week 8: Monday to Friday, August 3-7, 2026

Cost Per Person:

NO PROGRAM AT BAYPORT WOW
 
Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW:
8:00 am to 5:30 pm
Alameda Resident: $294 / Non-Resident: $353

PROGRAM HOURS:

BAYPORT WOW:
9:00 AM TO 4:00 PM

FRANKLIN, GODFREY, KRUSI AND WASHINGTON WOW:
8:00 AM TO 5:30 PM

All participants must be picked up by program end time.

A late fee of $1 per minute per child will be charged for late pick-ups, payable that day, starting at:

  • 4:01 pm at Bayport WOW
  • 5:31 pm at Franklin, Godfrey, Krusi and Washington WOW
If you are more than 30 minutes late, we will contact the Alameda Police Department to pick up your child and take him/her to the Police Department.  If late pick-ups are a consistent problem, we will take further appropriate action.

BAYPORT WOW
301 Jack London Ave, Alameda
For Completed TK-1st Grades

FRANKLIN WOW
1432 San Antonio Ave, Alameda
For Completed 1st to 4th Grades

GODFREY WOW
281 Beach Road, Bay Farm Island
For Completed TK to 4th Grades

KRUSI WOW
3001 Otis Drive, Alameda
For Completed 1st to 4th Grades

WASHINGTON WOW
1300 8th Street, Alameda
For Completed 1st to 4th Grades

Snacks are included and all participants need to bring a bag lunch daily unless otherwise notified.

All participants must apply plenty of sunscreen and bring it to reapply throughout the day.

It is recommended that all participants wear play clothes, socks and comfortable walking shoes - no sandals or backless shoes.

NO SINGLE DAY REGISTRATIONS - NO EXCEPTIONS!  Spaces are all first-come, first-served.  Should you choose to pay session by session, there is a possibility that your PREFERRED WOW SITE may be full.  There is no priority given to current site participants.  SPACES ARE NOT HELD WITHOUT PAYMENT.  Please plan accordingly.  Should a WOW session be full, we encourage you to put your child/children's name(s) on the waiting list as additional sites may be added.

SUMMER YOUTH FIELD TRIPS
For Those Who Have Completed 1st to 4th Grades as of Summer 2026

ARPD will be offering a number of exciting OPTIONAL field trips this summer.  Bus transportation, staff supervision and snacks are provided for each trip.  Lunch may be provided on certain trips so be sure to check the description.

 These OPTIONAL field trips are an ADDITIONAL cost to your weekly WOW fees.

  • If your child is enrolled in WOW during the week of the field trip, you will pay the WOW field trip fee.  Day trip pick-ups will take place at the five WOW sites.

  • If your child IS NOT enrolled in WOW during the week of the field trip, your child can still attend, however, you will pay the NON-WOW field trip fee and the drop-off and pick-up will take place in front of Otis School/Krusi Park (Fillmore Street at Fountain Street).

MORE INFORMATION REGARDING FIELD TRIPS COMING SOON!

There are lots of other optional recreational, sports, science and day camps or classes offered by ARPD throughout the summer which take place during a portion of the day (for example, mornings only, afternoons only, etc.).

You have the option to combine some of these optional programs with our WOW Program for BEFORE or AFTER Extended Care for an additional cost - we call it WOW-X!  Please keep in mind that children must meet age/grade requirements in order to attend WOW.

  • ARPD Staff will walk children to and from their WOW-X site to and from their optional program.
  • WOW-X will not be offered for Bayport WOW

 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION FOR WOW-X!

  • You must cancel or withdraw at least one week before the program starts to receive a credit on your ARPD account for future use
  • A $20 service fee will be charged for each class, camp or program you cancel, withdraw or transfer made after your original registration
  • Some specialty camps or programs may have different policies and service fees.  Please refer to the description for specific program registration