Biloxi's city summer camp signed up in April 2026 and ran June 1 to July 17. Here are the pools, splash pads, swim lessons and the other camps in town.
Last checked Oct. 12, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. Sources: the City of Biloxi’s Summer Playground page, 2026 camp notice, Biloxi Natatorium page and community calendars. The 2027 summer dates were not out as of Oct. 12; the dates below are from summer 2026.
Biloxi Public Schools let out on Thursday, May 27, 2027. The city’s summer camp signs up in April and fills fast, the Olympic-size Natatorium is open weekdays all year, and three splash pads run from spring to early November.
Who to call
- Biloxi Parks and Recreation (camp, splash pads): 228-388-7170, programs@biloxi.ms.us
- Biloxi Natatorium: 228-435-6205
- Donal M. Snyder Sr. Community Center pool: 228-388-1760, aquatics@biloxi.ms.us
- Kroc Center: 228-207-1218
The city’s summer camp
The Summer Playground and Enrichment Program is a full-day camp for children 5 to 12. In 2026:
- Dates: June 1 to July 17, weekdays, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Where: one site, the North Woolmarket Elementary gym.
- Cost: a $100 nonrefundable registration fee per child plus $90 a week per child, due at sign-up.
- Sign-up: from Monday, April 13, weekdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parks and Recreation office, 377 Hiller Drive, for Biloxi residents and 2025 campers; from April 27 for all Biloxi residents; then a final session for residents and non-residents at the Woolmarket City Center, 13034 Kayleigh Cove, if spots were left.
- Bring: proof of residency, the child’s Social Security number, two emergency contacts, a list of people allowed to pick up, and health insurance and medical information, which the Mississippi State Department of Health requires.
The camp includes field trips along the coast, arts and crafts and organized games. See the 2026 flyer (PDF).
Other camps in 2026
| Camp | Dates (2026) | Ages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biloxi Fire Academy for Kids (free) | June 1-5 and June 8-12, 8 a.m. to noon | 7 to 12 | Fire Station No. 7, 1656 Popp’s Ferry Road; apply by late April. City notice |
| Sea-n-Sail Adventure Camp | Weekly, June 1 to July 24 (June 15-19 for ages 6 to 8 only), 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. | 6 to 12 | Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum, 115 1st St., maritimemuseum.org |
| Biloxi Little Theatre Summer Camp | June 15-26 | 7 to 18 | 220 Lee St., 4blt.org |
| Mud Daubers Summer Art Camp | June 15-19 (ages 6 to 9); June 22-26 and July 6-10 (ages 10 to 14) | 6 to 14 | Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, georgeohr.org |
| Biloxi Yacht Club Summer Sailing Camp | Sessions June 1-12, June 15-26, July 6-17; racing July 20-24 | Youth | Sign up required; space is limited |
Camp details are from the city’s May and June 2026 community calendars.
Pools
Biloxi Natatorium, 1384 Father Ryan Ave. An Olympic-size pool, 4 to 13 feet deep, open all year. City-posted hours:
- Adult lap swimming (18 and older): Monday to Friday, 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Recreational swimming (all ages): Monday to Friday, 3 to 7:30 p.m.
- Weekends: closed.
- Fees: per visit, cash, check or money order only; no cards. See the Natatorium page.
Swimming lessons sign up at the Natatorium in early May. In 2026 Biloxi residents registered on May 3, and non-residents from May 5.
Donal M. Snyder Sr. Community Center pool, 2520 Pass Road. Since Aug. 17, 2026, adult lap swim (18 and older) runs 6 a.m. to noon weekdays under a swim-at-your-own-risk policy with a signed waiver, because of a lifeguard shortage, the city said. It is closed weekends. The city is also hiring lifeguards.
Kroc Center, 575 Division St., has a pool for members and guests, with swim nights and holiday swim parties through the year.
Splash pads
City splash pads are open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily in the warm months under city ordinance, and free. In 2025 the city closed the Margaret Sherry Library and John Henry Beck Park splash pads for the winter on Nov. 3, to reopen in the spring.
- Point Cadet Plaza, 120 Cadet St., near Biloxi Bay, with a playground and pavilion.
- Popp’s Ferry Recreational Area, 2150 Popp’s Ferry Road, beside the Margaret Sherry Library.
- John Henry Beck Park, 671 Division St., East Biloxi.
On July 31, 2026, the city held a free Summer Splash Movie Bash at Point Cadet Plaza, with the splash pad, food vendors and an outdoor movie at dark.
What this means for you
- Camp fills fast: watch for the city’s sign-up in early April and have documents ready.
- Weekend swimming: the city pools are closed weekends; the beach and splash pads are not.
- More ideas: kids’ activities, free things to do and parks and trails.
Frequently asked questions
When is summer camp registration in Biloxi?
In 2026 the city’s Summer Playground and Enrichment Program signed up from Monday, April 13, at the Parks and Recreation office, 377 Hiller Drive, first for Biloxi residents and returning campers. The 2027 dates had not been announced as of Oct. 12.
What are the Biloxi Natatorium hours?
Adult lap swimming is 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. and recreational swimming for all ages 3 to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Natatorium is closed on weekends. It is at 1384 Father Ryan Ave.; call 228-435-6205.
Where are the splash pads in Biloxi?
Point Cadet Plaza, 120 Cadet St.; the Popp’s Ferry Recreational Area beside the Margaret Sherry Library; and John Henry Beck Park. City splash pads are open 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the warm months; in 2025 two of them closed for the winter on Nov. 3.
How much is the Biloxi city summer camp?
In 2026 the program charged a $100 nonrefundable registration fee per child and $90 a week per child, for ages 5 to 12.
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