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Summer camps are a great time for kids to try new things, nurture unique interests, meet new friends, stretch their creativity, and have tons of summer fun! Get in on the fun before camps fill up!
*Since many camps are still finalizing their plans for camp this year, we will continue to add to this list. Keep checking back!
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Adventure and Outdoor Camps
Apachi Day Camp |
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Apachi Day Camp supports campers' social-emotional growth as they form friendships, gain independence, and experience confidence-building activities like swimming, sports, arts, yoga, and rock climbing. Each week features legendary theme days, exciting entertainers, spirited Shabbat celebrations, and a strong sense of community across our three Chicago locations: Northside, Old Town, and Irving Park, each with large green spaces, sports fields, a full-size gymnasium and an air-conditioned building.
Culinary Camps
General Day Camps
Overnight Camps
Camp T on Birch Lake |
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Camp T on Birch Lake is a traditional overnight camp for youth ages 6 to 16. Programs include waterfront activities, sports, arts and crafts, drama, archery, nature and science, outdoor cooking, and many more!
Sports Camps
Move Your Feet Sports Tennis & Golf Camp |
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MYFS Tennis & Golf camps are week long, fun packed, skill building camps designed to provide your child with the confidence to continue learning Tennis & Golf with their friends and families.
Multi Sports & Activities Camp - Lil' Kickers |
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LKSOCCER Summer Camp offers the perfect mix of sports, teamwork, creativity, and social development in a fun and safe environment. We offer payment plans, late pick-up, 10 weeks of camp and 2 convenient locations!
Visual and Performing Arts
The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts Summer Camp |
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Each day begins with a warm-up, followed by training and workshops in circus, drama, and movement. Students learn circus and aerial skills: juggling, tumbling, and more, and there’s no experience necessary to join! The experience, kids tell us, is nothing short of transformational.
Aerial Dance Chicago |
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JOIN US FOR A SUMMER FILLED WITH MOVEMENT, ADVENTURE, NEW FRIENDS, AND CREATIVITY!
Circus Arts Summer Camp |
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Welcome to CirquesExperience, where circus magic meets tradition!
Infinity Arts Academy Performing Arts Summer Camp |
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IAA's Award Winning Performing Arts Summer Camp! Come and see why our kids come back year after year!
Kidstreet |
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For kids of all ages! Let your child make new friends, learn exciting skills, and build confidence in crafting through our camps. We offer programs across a variety of mediums and skill levels throughout the summer and on select no-school days, starting at age 3 and up.
National Camps
All Camps Alphabetically
Sponsored Aerial Dance Chicago
JOIN US FOR A SUMMER FILLED WITH MOVEMENT, ADVENTURE, NEW FRIENDS, AND CREATIVITY!
4028 W Irving Park Rd, 2nd Floor/Loft A, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Breakthrough Basketball Camps
With 350 basketball camps in nearly every state nationwide, Breakthrough Basketball coaches firmly believe that they have a very important responsibility and an amazing opportunity to have a positive impact on their players' lives.
Score big in 2025 - at a Breakthrough Basketball Camp!
Locations Nationwide
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Sponsored Camp T on Birch Lake
Camp T on Birch Lake is a traditional overnight camp for youth ages 6 to 16. Programs include waterfront activities, sports, arts and crafts, drama, archery, nature and science, outdoor cooking, and many more!
14751 Harvey St., Vandalia, MI Read More
Sponsored Code Ninjas
Unlock your child's creativity and future potential with Code Ninjas Summer Camps! Whether they're creating in 3D, exploring robotics, or modding in Minecraft, your child will explore the exciting world of coding, game development, and tech creation—all while having an absolute blast! Guided by expert instructors, kids will enhance their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, gaining confidence that extends far beyond the screen. It’s not just about tech—it’s about preparing for the future while having an unforgettable summer with new friends.
Don’t wait—our spots fill up fast! Give your child the opportunity to think bigger, dream brighter, and code smarter. Sign up today for a summer of fun, learning, and discovery!
Multiple Locations
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Sponsored Infinity Arts Academy Performing Arts Summer Camp
IAA's Award Winning Performing Arts Summer Camp! Come and see why our kids come back year after year!
3633 N. California Avenue, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Label Daddy
Label Daddy provides premium, peel and stick, customized, and washable labels to keep personal items organized and out of the Lost and Found — perfect for summer camp and beyond.
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Sponsored Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp (Day, Overnight and Virtual Camps)
Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp - Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, enhance your public speaking and debate skills, get daily personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends!
Multiple Locations
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Sponsored Move Your Feet Sports Tennis & Golf Camp
MYFS Tennis & Golf camps are week long, fun packed, skill building camps designed to provide your child with the confidence to continue learning Tennis & Golf with their friends and families.
141 W Diversey Parkway, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Multi Sports & Activities Camp - Lil' Kickers
LKSOCCER Summer Camp offers the perfect mix of sports, teamwork, creativity, and social development in a fun and safe environment. We offer payment plans, late pick-up, 10 weeks of camp and 2 convenient locations!
2640-B W. Bradley Place, Chicago, IL 60618 or, 8200 Lehigh Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053, IL Read More
Sponsored The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
Join the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth this summer for rigorous, fresh, and fun in-person academic programs held at 10 locations in California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. CTY's three-week day and residential programs for advanced learners in grades 2-12 offer 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus social activities like talent shows and dances. CTY challenges students and connects them with an engaged community of learners from around the world. Residential students in grades 5-12 experience learning and living on a college campus. Before and after care is available for day students in grades 2-6 and lunch is included. Online programs in dynamic virtual classrooms are also enrolling.
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