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Berkshire Trails Camp 2026 - 2-week overnight sessions in Great Barrington, MA
Berkshire Trails Camp
Berkshire Trails Camp is a coed overnight summer camp in beautiful Great Barrington, Massachusetts, offering four flexible 2-week sessions on a classic lakeside campus. Serving campers from 2nd through 11th grade, the camp blends traditional activities with modern facilities, including a waterfront for waterskiing and paddle-boarding, a 20,000-square-foot fieldhouse, tennis and basketball courts, circus arts, and a vibrant art center. Tuition details are available on their Dates & Rates page, with options to attend multiple sessions, making it easy for families to customize an unforgettable experience.
Summer 2026 at Independent Lake Camp
Independent Lake Camp
A premier overnight camp in the Poconos, ILC is dedicated to being a diverse community with powerful individualized programing, top notch facilities & dedicated and talented staff. Choose from 2 - 8 week sessions with an impressive array of activities including, Circus, Trapeze, Sports, Fitness, Archery, Art, Theatre, Dance, Magic, Music, Recording studio, Skatepark, Digital Arts, Moviemaking, RPG, Climbing Wall, Wakeboarding, Lake, Pool, Horseback, Nature & much more.
Kippewa Family Camp
Camp Kippewa
Kippewa Family Camp welcomes families for a fun-filled, all-ages adventure on the shores of Lake Cobbosseecontee, creating a beloved summer tradition that keeps families returning year after year. Join us this summer and experience why Kippewa Family Camp is the ultimate Maine family getaway! Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Family Camp lets you choose your own pace.
Camp Invention Summer 2026
Camp Invention: National
The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
Residential LARP Camp 2026
LARP Adventure Program
Our Residential LARP Camp is a 4-day, large-scale live-action roleplaying adventure where we transform real outdoor spaces into the living fantasy world of Etheraz. Campers step fully into character as young adventurers shaping the future of the realm. They’ll train their skills, uncover secrets, forge alliances, and take part in epic story-driven events—alongside classic summer camp activities like games, crafts, archery, and campfires.
The Secret Academy Summer Camp - Week 7
The Secret Academy / Secret Theatre
The Secret Academy is excited to host 8 weeks of incredible Summer Camps this year! Each week, an experienced theatre camp professional will guide the kids through the process of learning a show from Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm. The camp experience typically includes learning a couple of songs as part of the performance. At the end of each week, on Friday afternoon, campers will present their show to parents and friends—attendance to these performances is free! We have been running Summer Camps for over 10 years now and have built up a large repertoire of original shows written by Artistic Director, Richard Mazda, including The Pig That Cried Wolf, Smoke Machine, The Little Ghost, Zombie Beach, Grimm’s School for Fantastic Abilities, Space Cowboy and many more. Each week we learn and perform a different show.
Rocking the Boat Summer Camp
Rocking the Boat - Bronx, NY
Summer Camp on the Bronx River in rowboats! Science, nature, rowing, and teamwork!
Summer Camp Early Bird Special ENDS JAN 30TH!
Gold Coast Arts Center
Welcome to Summer Arts Camp 2026! Here at Gold Coast Arts Center, we offer an array of summer camps for the whole summer. There’s something for everyone. Join in on the fun!
Camp Poyntelle (Ages 6-16) - Overnight Camp - Poyntelle, PA
Commonpoint
Camp Poyntelle has been making children’s summer dreams come true since 1947. As a premier Jewish summer camp, we offer a traditional sleepaway experience filled with amazing memories, lasting friendships and nurturing and compassionate staff. We feel that camp is one of the few places a child can be their own person, without judgment or social pressure. Our intentional community is designed to allow kids to be kids, in a low key, fun and inclusive environment.
Wizard of Oz Performance Camp
The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
Campers learn the basics of stagecraft while preparing for a production of The Wizard of Oz.
2026 Summer Farm Camp at Queens County Farm Museum (ages 5-12)
Queens County Farm Museum
Prepare for hands-on learning, outdoor exploration, and lasting memories! At Farm Camp, kids ages 5-12 immerse themselves in the wonders of nature through meaningful, outdoor experiences. Every day brings a new blend of traditional farm activities and unique discoveries. What to Bring: Lunch and snacks, a refillable water bottle, sunscreen & sturdy, closed-toe shoes (no flip-flops—farm life is active!), a change of clothes (we get delightfully messy), and a lightweight backpack.
Bronx Zoo Summer Camp
Bronx Zoo
Explore nature, learn about our planet and get close to animals! Wildlife Conservation Society summer camps are for all young adventurers, from toddlers to teens. Recognized as industry leaders, WCS Education was the first department of its kind to offer zoo camps and continues to provide award-winning programming. Our summer camp allows campers to explore our 265-acre zoo and learn about animals and nature while having a WILD time. Campers will be engaged all week with fun activities, exhibit explorations, and animal encounters.
Summer Fencing Camp 2026 - Queens
Sheridan Fencing Academy Queens
Our Queens fencing camps provide an exciting opportunity for kids ages 7 to 17 to stay active during the summer, long winter months, and school breaks. With guidance from elite fencing coaches, campers of all skill levels build coordination, strength, and confidence while mastering fencing fundamentals in a fun and engaging environment. Conveniently located in Forest Hills, our Queens fencing camps offer a healthy, enriching experience your child will love.
North Country Camps Invites Families to Discover an Unforgettable Summer Experience
North Country Camps
North Country Camps is a traditional sleepaway camp in New York’s Adirondack Mountains for children ages 8–15. With a focus on outdoor adventure, choice, and community, campers enjoy an unplugged summer that builds confidence, independence, and lasting friendships. Registration is now open for the upcoming season, and families are invited to learn more about this classic Adirondack camp experience.
Spend the Summer at Gold Coast Arts - Register Now!
Gold Coast Arts Center
Welcome to Summer Arts Camp 2026! Here at Gold Coast Arts Center, we offer an array of summer camps for the whole summer. There’s something for everyone. Join in on the fun!
Queens Zoo Summer Camp 2026
Queens Zoo
Explore nature, learn about our planet and get close to animals! Wildlife Conservation Society summer camps are for all young adventurers, from toddlers to teens. Recognized as industry leaders, WCS Education was the first department of its kind to offer zoo camps and continues to provide award-winning programming. Join us at the Queens Zoo for a week of animal adventures, outdoor exploration, and endless fun. From up-close wildlife encounters to hands-on science, it’s a summer camp experience your child will go WILD for!
Summer Skate Camp at United Skates of America - Seaford
United Skates of America - Seaford
Roll into Summer at Skate Camp! Four great weeks to choose from! Our camp counselors and kids aged 4-14 will have their days full of skating, arcade play, games, lunch, snack, and craft activities.
Summer Camp at Prospect Park Zoo
Prospect Park Zoo
Explore nature, learn about our planet and get close to animals! Wildlife Conservation Society summer camps are for all young adventurers, from toddlers to teens. Recognized as industry leaders, WCS Education was the first department of its kind to offer zoo camps and continues to provide award-winning programming. Join us at the Prospect Park Zoo for a week of animal adventures, outdoor exploration, and endless fun. From up-close animal demonstrations to hands-on science, it’s a summer camp experience your child will go WILD for!
YMCA Summer Day Camp (Various Locations)
YMCA of Greater NYC
Our branches in all 5 boroughs of New York City offer a variety of summer camps geared toward all interests and ages! Sign up for a two-week session, or sign up for the whole summer! Find a camp by location or by interest. At the Y, no family is turned away because of inability to pay. Financial assistance is available. Run fast. Jump high. Splash big. At Y Summer Camps, legendary summers burst into life. Make a mess, make a friend, learn something new. Here, kids grow bolder, braver, brighter – ready for what’s next. Friends cheer them on, and counselors bring out their best. Adventures spark confidence, and kids discover just how far they can go. Silliness spreads, smiles shine, laughs roar. At the Y, summer sizzles with energy. And the awesome never ends. Awesome Starts Here Every kid finds a summer designed for them. Where friends & memories are made every day. The Y is a playground for imagination, adventure, and learning new things. Our expert counselors help unlock the awesome inside every kid.
Summer Field Science Camp Students Entering 7th through 8th grade at The New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden
Explore the Bronx River! Campers dive into real science- collecting data, exploring wildlife, and going behind the scenes to discover how NYBG studies the Bronx River and beyond.
Summer Camp - NY Kids Club - Court Square (ages 2.5 - 6 yrs)
NY Kids Club - Court Square
Endless flexibility. Endless learning. Endless fun! Camp Kids Club gives families ultimate flexibility with all-day 8am–6pm camp and anytime drop-offs and pick-ups—all while children get the ultimate summer camp experience. From art to sports to STEM to creative movement and more, our immersive, enriching curriculum includes nature-based outdoor adventures, dynamic structured play in our state-of-the-art gym spaces, and creative activities woven throughout each day. Camp Kids Club is everything children want and everything families need!
Explorer Day Camp - Commonpoint (Ages 4-14)
Commonpoint
Explorer Day Camp is a local travel camp where children ages 4-14 grow and develop through our enrichment-based programming and local trips. Our program is designed to let campers explore their interests through sports, art, music, science, and more. We empower campers to build their OWN camp program — and they thank us later! Explorer Day Camp offers a variety of activities to spark curiosity and awaken your child’s many interests. Campers explore individual talents, try new things, make new friends, and most importantly, HAVE FUN! Each week, campers build their own day camp schedule, choosing from two enrichment activities per period — swimming, soccer, arts, science, wildlife, strategy games, tennis, music, and much more! With “Discovery Day” field trips and other camp-wide events, no curious mind is left behind.
Nature Camp Children Entering PreK through K in Fall 2026 at The New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden
Calling all curious PreK and Kindergarten adventurers! This summer, we’re heading outside for sunshine-filled days of woodland walks, splashy sensory play, and nature crafts that spark wonder. From bug hunts to mud kitchens, our little explorers will discover science and the magic of nature through hands-on fun and creative play. All participants must be fully toilet-trained.
Summer Camp - NY Kids Club - Long Island City (ages 2.5 - 6 yrs)
NY Kids Club - Long Island City
Endless flexibility. Endless learning. Endless fun! Camp Kids Club gives families ultimate flexibility with all-day 8am–6pm camp and anytime drop-offs and pick-ups—all while children get the ultimate summer camp experience. From art to sports to STEM to creative movement and more, our immersive, enriching curriculum includes nature-based outdoor adventures, dynamic structured play in our state-of-the-art gym spaces, and creative activities woven throughout each day. Camp Kids Club is everything children want and everything families need!
Island Quest Day Camp - Commonpoint (Ages 4-14)
Commonpoint
Island Quest brings together the strengths, resources, and expertise of 4 separate camps to inspire a summer you’ll never forget. Rooted in decades of shared experience and strong Jewish values, Island Quest combines everything you love about camp with new opportunities to create the ultimate summer adventure. Build lasting friendships, cool off in the pool, enjoy the endless freedom of summer, and blaze your own trail in the greater community that camp was always meant to be. Where Will Your Quest Take You?
Science Camp Students Entering Grades 1 through 6 in Fall 2026 at The New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden
Dive into the wonders of the natural world this summer at NYBG’s Science Camp! Campers spend the day outdoors on the 250-acre NYBG campus: hiking, experimenting, creating art and playing with their fellow campers and staff. Weekly themes feature junior botanists, woodland adventures and wild wetlands.
Commonpoint Day Camp at the Sam Field Center in Little Neck (Ages 4- 14)
Commonpoint
Campers enjoy exciting and specialized activities such as Arts & Crafts, Sports, Theme Days and Games, with electives led by certified instructors and daily swim at the Tanenbaum Family Pool across the street.
Green Thumbs Gardening Camp Students Entering Grades 1 through 6 in Fall 2026 at The New York Botanical Garden
The New York Botanical Garden
Dig into the summer season! Using the Edible Academy’s greenhouse, classroom building, and gardens, campers will investigate plant growth and learn all about vegetables. Campers will use the NYBG grounds as an outdoor classroom to investigate themes of art and ecology. Children will engage in hands-on gardening, learn about sustainability, and participate in culinary and crafting activities.
Mud Genius Art Camp (Ages 3-12)
MUD GENIUS
Join us for a fun filled summer of creativity!
2026 Summer Camp - World of Discovery Day Camp (ages 4 to 15)
World of Discovery Day Camp
Dive into the ultimate summer experience at World Of Discovery Day Camp where every child is revered. Conveniently located at the John Golden Ball Fields in Bayside Queens, NY, our diverse program includes everything from aquatic adventures and sports competitions to nature hikes and cultural arts. Our campers not only enjoy a summer filled with excitement but also develop important life skills in a friendly and inclusive environment. Join us for a summer of exploration and discovery, where the possibilities are as limitless as your child’s imagination.
Magic Summer Camp at Brooklyn Magic Shop 2026
Brooklyn Magic Shop
Brooklyn Magic Shop's week-long Magic Summer Camps provide young aspiring magicians with a fun and unique exploration of the magic arts through social and emotional learning. Brooklyn Magic Shop offers a safe, friendly, positive, and inclusive environment for children to discover magic. Brooklyn Magic Shop fosters an artistic, creative, and humble approach to magic learning. At Brooklyn Magic Shop, we suspend all disbelief and let our imaginations soar!
Summer Camp at Pixie Pods
Pixie Pods
Pixie Pods Camps are fun, high-energy dance and movement-based camps for kids ages 4-8. Each week features a unique theme, blending Creative Dance, Hip-Hop, Ballet, or Tumbling with hands-on activities, outdoor play, arts & crafts, sensory fun, and interactive storytelling.
Children’s Garden (Pre-K to 5th grade | drop-off) at QBG
Queens Botanical Garden
The Children’s Garden is buzzing with life all year round! Kids enjoy time planting, playing, observing, and learning in a nurturing environment. Our programs encourage and support children’s natural curiosity with both structured and freeform exploration. From seed to table, young gardeners grow veggies, create art & recipes, explore in nature, and make lasting friendships. This program is for drop-off only and takes place almost entirely outdoors. We kindly require that all children are able to use the bathroom independently.