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About Camps:

Happy Hollow offers full-day camps throughout the summer for young animal enthusiasts  ages 5 to 13. Zoo Camps are filled with interactive educational activities, live animal encounters, zoo tours and nature play.  Happy Hollow also offers full-day Entertainment Camps throughout the summer for young entertainers ages 5 to 8, where campers will learn the craft of puppet-making and the skills of an actor in one of the oldest puppet theaters in the nation, The Puppet Castle Theater at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo.

Every camp at Happy Hollow is uniquely themed to provide your child with fun, hands-on learning experiences and memories that will last a lifetime. Each week of camp follows a different theme and incorporates a variety of age-appropriate activities and adventures.

Summer Camp for 2021 has ended, but look for information regarding Winter Break Camps soon.

PRICING

$337.50/week for members
$375/week for non-members

Are you a Happy Hollow Member? At check out, add code HHMEM in the coupon box and check the box for the HHPZ 10% Member Discount.

Citywide scholarship fund covering 75% of registration fees are available for those who qualify.

Three part payment plans are available.

HOURS

Camps take place Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Children attend camps independently without parents or guardians and should be comfortable in a group setting. Drop-off for camps is 8:45 to 9 a.m. and pick-up is at 4 p.m. Early drop-offs or late pick-ups are not permitted. Every camper must sign in (and out) with a camp instructor each day, and a valid form of ID must be presented upon request of the camp instructor.

HEALTH & SAFETY

We have revamped our programs to keep our campers and staff healthy and safe, and to comply with county and state orders. 

Modifications for all camp programs: 

  • Children may not be simultaneously enrolled in any other childcare, similar program or institution during the duration of this program.
  • Smaller camp groups with a maximum of 12 children.
  • Modified curriculum and activities, with no shared materials and physical distancing at all times.
  • Enhanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols.
  • Increased safety equipment and supplies on hand.
  • Daily health screenings of all staff and campers.
  • All staff and campers will be required to wear face covering at all times. (Including parents/guardians during drop-off and pick-up.)

REGISTRATION

Register now!

REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY

Refund and transfer requests need to be made in writing. Refunds and transfers will be given for requests received at least 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program/class. No refunds or transfers will be made for cancellations received by the City less than 14 calendar days prior to the start of the program/class. There will be a $10 refund processing fee for each activity.

INCLUSION POLICY

The City of San Jose’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services encourages and supports the participation of individuals with all ability levels in programs and services. To facilitate opportunities for people with and without disabilities to engage in leisure pursuits together, the Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services provides inclusion support services. These services include, but are not limited to, interpreters for the deaf or hearing impaired, improved signage, activity modification, additional staff training, accessible equipment and facility features and support staff. To ensure the requested accommodation, please notify the specific facility where the program is provided at least two weeks in advance. For more information on inclusion opportunities, specialized recreation services, and accommodations, please contact Therapeutic Services at 408-369-6438.

SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

San Jose Citywide Scholarship covers 75% of fees and is available for families that qualify (San Jose residents utilizing public assistance programs including Medi-Cal, Lifeline phone service, Free & Reduced School Lunch Program, etc.) Contact the Education Department for details. 408-794-6420; [email protected] The City of San Jose’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services’ Citywide Scholarship Program will ensure that residents of the City of San Jose in need have access to department programs, classes, and activities. All requests are subject to available funding and qualifications.

Questions? Contact us!