HILO, HI – The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks & Recreation is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 Summer Fun programs, offering a diverse range of recreational activities for youth across the island during the summer break.

From June 9th to July 18th, keiki will have the opportunity to participate in engaging activities such as arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, sports, music, dance, special events, and exciting excursions. The programs are designed to foster creativity, build social skills, and promote a healthy and active lifestyle.

“Summer Fun is a great opportunity for our keiki to stay active, develop new interests, and build connections with their peers during the school break,” said Mayor Kimo Alameda. “I want to thank our Department of Parks and Recreation staff for offering these engaging programs to our youth and providing families with an important lifeline during the summer.”

The 2025 Summer Fun program boasts 16 different programs designed for elementary-aged children who have completed Kindergarten through 6th grade. In addition, there are four enrichment programs tailored specifically for teenagers, and two specialized enrichment programs offering shorter, focused sessions. All programs will operate from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, with the exception of holidays on June 11th and July 4th.

Registration dates vary by location, with some sites beginning to schedule registration appointments as early as Monday, April 7th. Parents are encouraged to check the program details online for specific registration information related to their preferred location.

Program Locations:

The Summer Fun program will be offered at various locations across the island, including:

• Hilo District: Kawānanakoa Gym, Panaʻewa Park, Andrews Gym, Hilo Armory, Waiākea ʻUka Gym, Piʻihonua Gym/Carvalho Park
• Hāmākua District: Pāpaʻikou Gym, Honokaʻa Sports Complex
• North & South Kohala District: Spencer “Kalani” Schutte District Park in Waimea, Hisaoka Gym in Kapaʻau, Puʻu Nui Park in Waikōloa
• North & South Kona District: Kekuaokalani Gym in Kailua-Kona
• Puna & Kaʻū District: Nāʻālehu Community Center, Rep. Robert N. Herkes Gymnasium in Pāhala, Keaʻau Armory, William “Billy” Kenoi Park in Pāhoa

Teen Programs:

Teen programs will be held at the Puʻuʻeo Community Center in Wainaku, Pāpaʻikou Gym, Shipman Park in Keaʻau, and Hale Hālāwai in Kona.

Specialized Programs:

• ʻIke Kai: This program engages children ages 8-12 in lessons about the ocean. It will be held at the Richardson Ocean Center with three two-week sessions available.
• ʻIke Pono-Hāmākua: This program hosts children Kindergarten to 6th Grade with one 3-week session at Kulaʻimano Community Center and one at Paʻauilo Gym.

Detailed information regarding program locations, registration dates, costs, and age groups can be found online at https://www.parks.hawaiicounty.gov/facilities-parks/recreation.

For more information, please contact the respective Hawaiʻi County Recreation Division facilities listed in the program flyers located on the webpage or email Recreation@hawaiicounty.gov.