Youth & Teen Programs

Please join the City of Wilmington Parks & Recreation - in collaboration with DREAMS Center for Arts Education - for Teen Art Journals! Teens will be provided with mixed-media art journals and will be provided with prompts, discussion, and materials each week to create inside their journals. Discussion and art prompt topics will intentionally apply to teens, such as gratitude, handling stress, friendship, etc. Participants will be encouraged to continue creating in their journals on their own after the conclusion of the program. Register here.

Ages: 13 - 17  

Cost: FREE

Times: Thursdays, November 6 - December 11 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

ENGLISH: Join Davis Center staff for their Kids Night Out Program! This community event is designed to provide children with a fun and engaging evening of activities, games, and social interaction in a safe environment. Ages 6 - 12; $5/Participant; Register here!

Dates: Dec. 12 | Jan. 30 | Mar. 13 | May 8 | Sept. 11 | Oct. 16 | Dec. 11

Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

ESPAÑOL: ¡Únase al personal del Centro Davis en su programa Kids Night Out!Este programa está diseñado para brindar a los niños de la comunidad una tardeada divertida, llena de actividades, juegos e interacción social en un ambiente seguro. Edades de 6 a 12 años; $5 por participante!; ¡Regístrese aquí!

Fechas: 12 de diciembre | 30 de enero | 13 de marzo | 8 de mayo | 11 de septiembre | 16 de octubre | 11 de diciembre

Hora: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Program, for the full academic term, includes homework assistance, arts/crafts, sports activities, healthy snacks and more.  

Transportation pick up from College Park Elementary School and Rachel Freeman School of Science.

Please call or email to be added to waitlist.

Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade  

Cost: $30/month (Fee assistance is available)

Times: Monday - Friday (2:30 - 5:30 p.m.)

In-Person Registration only. Please call 910-341-7866 or visit 401. S 8th Street

Program, for the full academic term, includes homework assistance, arts/crafts, sports activities, healthy snacks and more.  

Transportation pick up from Forest Hills Elementary School and International School at Gregory.

Please call or email to be added to waitlist.

Ages: Kindergarten - 5th grade  

Cost: $30/month (Fee assistance is available)

Times: Monday - Friday (2:30 - 5:30 p.m.)

In-Person Registration only. Please call 910-341-7866 or visit 401. S 8th Street

With the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, sometimes it’s hard to find time to plan a family fun night. Wilmington Parks and Recreation staff fully understand this - and we’ve got you covered. Join us every first Friday of the month for our hand-picked movie night! This event is at no cost to the attendees and will take place from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. which is perfect for a school night.

Dates: Feb. 6 | Mar 6 | May 1

Ages: 5 - 11

Registration available online and in-person at MLK Center. 

To inquire about the movie, please call 910-341-7866 directly.

With the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, sometimes it’s hard to find time to plan a family fun night. Wilmington Parks and Recreation staff fully understand this - and we’ve got you covered. Join us every second Thursday of the month for our hand-picked movie night! This event is at no cost to the attendees and will take place from 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. which is perfect for a school night.

Dates: Jan. 8 | Feb. 12 | Mar. 12 | May 14

Ages: 13 - 17

Registration available online and in-person at MLK Center. 

To inquire about the movie, please call 910-341-7866 directly. 

A structured program filled with laughter, guidance, and tutoring. Don’t miss the chance to join and network! Register here.

Duration: January 5 - April 9, 2026 (offered 1st and 3rd Monday of each month)

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 12 - 17

Location:  401 S. 8th Street | MLK Community Center

A structured program that strives to empower young men to reach their fullest potential. Register here.

Duration: January 5 - April 9, 2026 (offered 2nd and 4th Monday of each month)

Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Ages: 12 - 17

Location:  401 S. 8th Street | MLK Community Center

Please join the City of Wilmington Parks & Recreation - in collaboration with DREAMS Center for Arts Education - for Teen Art Journals! Teens will be provided with mixed-media art journals and will be provided with prompts, discussion, and materials each week to create inside their journals. Discussion and art prompt topics will intentionally apply to teens, such as gratitude, handling stress, friendship, etc. Participants will be encouraged to continue creating in their journals on their own after the conclusion of the program. Register here.

Ages: 13 - 17  

Cost: FREE

Times: Thursdays, November 6 - December 11 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.