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Camps are listed alphabetically under the relevant categories.
| Adventure and Outdoor Camps | Culinary Camps | Faith-Based Camps |
| General Day Camps | Other Camps | Overnight Camps |
| STEAM and Educational Camps | Sports Camps | Visual and Performing Arts Camps |
Adventure and Outdoor Camps
Apachi Day Camp |
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Apachi Day Camp supports campers’ social-emotional growth as they navigate relationships and form friendships, gain independence, and build confidence. Campers can try everything from swimming, sports, performing arts, science, yoga, arts and crafts, rock climbing, and more. Each week is highlighted by legendary theme days, exciting guest entertainers, and our spirit-filled Shabbat celebrations which foster a true sense of community. Apachi Day Camp has three Chicago locations in Northside, Old Town, and Irving Park, plus a nearby Evanston location that also offers specialty camps in performing arts, sports, and field trips. Each of our large campuses have open green spaces, an expansive sports field, a full-size gymnasium, an air-conditioned building, and more.
JCC Chicago City LIFE |
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City LIFE is the perfect opportunity for 7th-9th graders to take advantage of everything Chicago has to offer, learn how to navigate the CTA, strengthen their communication and leadership skills, and give back to the community all at the same time. Exciting activities include an improv class, Michigan Avenue scavenger hunt, and cooking class–providing fun opportunities to explore the city and develop confidence and independence.
Culinary Camps
The Chopping Block's Kids and Teen Summer Cooking Camps |
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The Chopping Block’s Kids & Teens Cooking Camps offer fun, hands-on culinary experiences where young chefs learn real kitchen skills, kitchen safety, and how to cook from scratch. Taught by professional chefs, our camps build confidence, creativity, and independence in the kitchen.
General Day Camps
Camp ClimbZone |
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Create lasting memories with active entertainment at Camp ClimbZone. A day at Camp ClimbZone includes access to all ClimbZone attractions (subject to age and height restrictions), arts and crafts, outdoor play, dance parties, new friends and more.
Pilgrim Quest Summer Camp |
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Give your kids a summer of adventure to remember! Pilgrim Quest and Pilgrim Quest Jr. will give them a fun-filled summer full of discovery, and also help them to grow in confidence, step outside their comfort zones, and develop new friendships.
Camp Chi Overnight Camp |
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For over 100 years, Camp Chi has transformed children’s summers. We unplug campers from their daily lives and connect them to life-changing moments while supporting their personal growth. And long after the last s’more, the best of Camp Chi stays with you. Where else can you sail a boat, fly down a zip line, record an original song, jump in a pool, hit an archery bullseye and sing around a campfire all in one day? Campers see opportunities for adventure and fun, while we see them making decisions for themselves, gaining independence and discovering their passions.
Camp T on Birch Lake |
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Discover the magic of summer at our historic overnight camp on beautiful Birch Lake in Vandalia, Michigan! Families can choose from 3-day, 7-day, and 11-day sessions running from mid-June to mid-August.
STEAM and Educational Camps
iCode Ravenswood Summer STEM Camps |
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iCode Ravenswood offers hands-on summer camps for kids and teens ages 6–18 where learning is engaging and fun. With weekly themed camps like Minecraft Modding Adventures, Roblox Game Design, Battle of the Bots, and YouTube Creator, campers build, design, and explore technology all summer long.
Sports Camps
Chicago School of Golf - Summer Camp |
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Chicago School of Golf Summer Camps combine structured instruction, on-course play, and competitive fun in a supportive environment. Campers train in small groups by skill level, follow a clear weekly curriculum, and play on the course at every location. Daily competitions, live leaderboards, and coach-led feedback help juniors build confidence, improve skills, and enjoy real progress. Camps are offered at Robert Black, Sydney Marovitz, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, and CSOG’s Chicago facility.
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.
Summer Climbing Camp |
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You can be sure about one thing - Summer Climbing Camp will ROCK this year! Dig into climbing as your kids’ new favorite sport: they’ll reach new heights, make new friends, and maybe even learn a thing or two.
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. Each 4-week camp culminates in a fully produced show; one of our most ticketed events of the year!
Circus Camp |
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CircEsteem’s Summer Circus Camp offers a fun, safe, and supportive space where kids build strength, confidence, and teamwork through hands-on circus arts led by professional teaching artists. Each week features a unique theme, new skills, creative play, and a joyful end-of-week Show Off for families.
Imagine Performing Arts - Theatre Camps |
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We're bringing the drama to summer break! At Imagine Performing Arts, we are here to kick summer up a notch with our fun and engaging theatre programming for kids ages 4-13. Two Chicago locations in Edgewater and Wildwood.
SAVE 20% through 3/31 with code: SUPERSAVER20
SAVE 10% from 4/1-5/15 with code: EARLYBIRD10
Infinity Arts Academy Performing Arts Summer Camp |
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Campers help create an original film and perform in a live cabaret style performance on the last day of camp!
It's Showtime - A Show Choir Camp |
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Kidstreet Summer Camps |
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Have your kids find new friends, learn a new skill and find craft confidence through our camps! We offer camps across mediums and skill levels all through summer and various no-school days during the year; beginning at ages 3 and above.
Lookingglass Theatre Company Summer Camps |
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Make summer magical as you build your own original new plays with Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company!
Merit School of Music |
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Turn up the music this summer with Merit School of Music! With options for all ages, instruments, and skill levels, summer at Merit is a great way for kids to stay social and creative while school is out.
Summer Jam - Music Camp |
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Summer Jam is a full-day, music-focused camp designed for kids, (rising 1st-3rd graders), who love to explore, create, and play through music. This year, we’re going all in on music, giving campers the time and space to dive deeper into instruments, rhythm, and collaborative music-making.
Save $35 when you register before February 28th!
National Overnight Camps
Sponsored Camp Galileo Chicago (Hyde Park)
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges, and classic camp fun! Campers will develop essential skills, including perseverance and creative confidence!Weekly sessions. 9 am - 3 pm camp day, plus extended care.Use code 26GALMK25 to save $25/week.
5467 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Camp Galileo Chicago (Lincoln Square)
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges, and classic camp fun! Campers will develop essential skills, including perseverance and creative confidence!Weekly sessions. 9 am - 3 pm camp day, plus extended care.Use code 26GALMK25 to save $25/week.
4540 N Campbell Ave, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Camp Galileo Evanston
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges, and classic camp fun! Campers will develop essential skills, including perseverance and creative confidence!Weekly sessions. 9 am - 3 pm camp day, plus extended care.Use code 26GALMK25 to save $25/week.
1120 Washington Street, Evanston, IL Read More
Sponsored USANC OCR Summer Camps
Give your child an action-packed week of movement, confidence-building, and fun! USANC OCR Summer Camps blend coached obstacle training, ninja games, and age-appropriate challenges that keep kids active, excited, and proud of what they achieve. Perfect for first timers and returning ninjas—spots fill fast!
4860 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Apachi Day Camp
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, as well as our Evanston location, each with large green spaces, sports fields, a full-size gymnasium and an air-conditioned building.
Northside|Old Town|Irving Park|Evanston Locations , Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Camp Chi Overnight Camp
For over 100 years, Camp Chi has transformed children’s summers. We unplug campers from their daily lives and connect them to life-changing moments while supporting their personal growth. And long after the last s’more, the best of Camp Chi stays with you. Where else can you sail a boat, fly down a zip line, record an original song, jump in a pool, hit an archery bullseye and sing around a campfire all in one day? Campers see opportunities for adventure and fun, while we see them making decisions for themselves, gaining independence and discovering their passions.
443 W Munroe, Wisconsin Dells, WI Read More
Sponsored Camp ClimbZone
Create lasting memories with active entertainment at Camp ClimbZone. A day at Camp ClimbZone includes access to all ClimbZone attractions (subject to age and height restrictions), arts and crafts, outdoor play, dance parties, new friends and more.
2500 W. Bradley Place, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Camp Fernwood
Camp Fernwood is an all-girls residential summer camp located in Poland, Maine for campers ages 7 to 15. Founded in 1921, Camp Fernwood is rooted in the four principles of living simply, enjoying the beauty and wonder of natural surroundings, nurturing tolerance and unselfishness, and developing loving, lifelong friendships.
Camp Fernwood's 6.5 week, single-session program is intentional, allowing for friendships to form, independence and resilience to develop, and girls to fully immerse themselves in the complete camp experience.
Sponsored Camp T on Birch Lake
Discover the magic of summer at our historic overnight camp on beautiful Birch Lake in Vandalia, Michigan! Families can choose from 3-day, 7-day, and 11-day sessions running from mid-June to mid-August.
14751 Harvey St., Vandalia, MI Read More
Sponsored Chicago School of Golf - Summer Camp
Chicago School of Golf Summer Camps combine structured instruction, on-course play, and competitive fun in a supportive environment. Campers train in small groups by skill level, follow a clear weekly curriculum, and play on the course at every location. Daily competitions, live leaderboards, and coach-led feedback help juniors build confidence, improve skills, and enjoy real progress. Camps are offered at Robert Black, Sydney Marovitz, Vernon Hills, Buffalo Grove, and CSOG’s Chicago facility.
Multiple in Chicago and the Northshore of Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Circus Camp
CircEsteem’s Summer Circus Camp offers a fun, safe, and supportive space where kids build strength, confidence, and teamwork through hands-on circus arts led by professional teaching artists. Each week features a unique theme, new skills, creative play, and a joyful end-of-week Show Off for families.
4730 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Creator Camp
Creator Camp offers creative technology summer programs where kids ages 5-13 transform from passive tech consumers into active creators. Through filmmaking, animation, YouTube content creation, and game design, we show kids that technology is a powerful tool for self-expression. Join us for a summer of digital discovery!
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Sponsored iCode Ravenswood Summer STEM Camps
iCode Ravenswood offers hands-on summer camps for kids and teens ages 6–18 where learning is engaging and fun. With weekly themed camps like Minecraft Modding Adventures, Roblox Game Design, Battle of the Bots, and YouTube Creator, campers build, design, and explore technology all summer long.
2010 W Montrose Ave., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Imagine Performing Arts - Theatre Camps
We're bringing the drama to summer break! At Imagine Performing Arts, we are here to kick summer up a notch with our fun and engaging theatre programming for kids ages 4-13. Two Chicago Locations in Edgewater & Wildwood.
5451 N. Broadway St., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Infinity Arts Academy Performing Arts Summer Camp
Campers help create an original film and perform in a live cabaret style performance on the last day of camp!
3633 N. California Avenue, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored It's Showtime - A Show Choir Camp
Unleash your talent, learn from the pros, and shine on our stage - It’s Showtime at our camp! Rising 5th-9th graders.
1909 W Byron, 3759 N Ravenswood, Suite 125, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored JCC Chicago City LIFE
City LIFE is the perfect opportunity for 7th-9th graders to take advantage of everything Chicago has to offer, learn how to navigate the CTA, strengthen their communication and leadership skills, and give back to the community all at the same time. Exciting activities include an improv class, Michigan Avenue scavenger hunt, and cooking class–providing fun opportunities to explore the city and develop confidence and independence.
Chicago Jewish Day School, 3730 N California Ave., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Kidstreet Summer Camps
Have your kids find new friends, learn a new skill and find craft confidence through our camps! We offer camps across mediums and skill levels all through summer and various no-school days during the year; beginning at ages 3 and above.
4401 N Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Lookingglass Theatre Company Summer Camps
Make summer magical as you build your own original new plays with Tony Award-winning Lookingglass Theatre Company!
163 E Pearson St at Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Maine Camp Experience
Maine Camps are the Natural Choice! Campers unplug and enjoy top-notch land and water sports, arts, and nature activities. Maine Camp Experience (MCE) is 40 premier Maine Camps and a camp-planning resource. For kids ages 7-17; coed, or all girls/boys. Full, half-summer, and shorter sessions. Campcierge® provides free, expert guidance.
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Sponsored Merit School of Music
Turn up the music this summer with Merit School of Music! With options for all ages, instruments, and skill levels, summer at Merit is a great way for kids to stay social and creative while school is out.
38 S Peoria St., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp
Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, and enhance your public speaking and debate skills this summer! Get personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends. Enjoy dynamic Model United Nations simulations, trivia, improv games, transformative lessons, socials, and explore your dream campus!
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 Movement Gyms Climbing Summer Camp
Movement Summer Camps offer kids an action-packed adventure with rock climbing, fun games, and skill-building activities. Led by expert coaches, kids gain confidence, make friends, and have a blast! Our action-packed camps offer challenges designed to keep kids of all ages and skill levels active, entertained, and learning while school is out. Led by our experienced and enthusiastic coaches, campers will explore the exciting world of climbing in a safe and supportive environment.
Each day, kids will participate in fun activities that promote teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence-building. Campers will develop physical and mental strength while creating lasting memories and friendships. No prior climbing experience is needed—our camps are designed to welcome beginners and seasoned young climbers.
Parents love Movement Summer Camps for the personal growth they see in their kids, from improved climbing skills to enhanced responsibility, resilience, and cooperation. Kids rave about the fun they have, the cool new friends they meet, and the excitement of conquering new heights. With limited spaces available, don’t miss the chance to give your child a summer full of adventure, fun, and learning. Find a Movement Gym near you and secure your spot today!
Multiple Locations
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Sponsored Pilgrim Quest and Pilgrim Quest Jr.
Give your kids a summer of adventure to remember! Pilgrim Quest and Pilgrim Quest Jr. will give them a fun-filled summer full of discovery, and also help them to grow in confidence, step outside their comfort zones, and develop new friendships.
4300 North Winchester , Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Summer Climbing Camp
You can be sure about one thing - Summer Climbing Camp will ROCK this year! Dig into climbing as your kids’ new favorite sport: they’ll reach new heights, make new friends, and maybe even learn a thing or two.
3516 N Spaulding Ave., 4718 N Broadway, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored Summer Jam - Music Camp
Summer Jam is a full-day, music-focused camp designed for kids, (rising 1st-3rd graders), who love to explore, create, and play through music. This year, we’re going all in on music, giving campers the time and space to dive deeper into instruments, rhythm, and collaborative music-making.
1909 W Byron, Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored The Actors Gymnasium Circus and Performing Arts Summer Camp
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. Each 4-week camp culminates in a fully produced show; one of our most ticketed events of the year!
927 Noyes Street, Evanston, IL Read More
Sponsored The Chopping Block's Kids and Teen Summer Cooking Camps
The Chopping Block’s Kids & Teens Cooking Camps offer fun, hands-on culinary experiences where young chefs learn real kitchen skills, kitchen safety, and how to cook from scratch. Taught by professional chefs, our camps build confidence, creativity, and independence in the kitchen.
4747 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL Read More
Sponsored The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth offers rigorous, fun, three-week summer day and residential programs at 11 U.S. locations. CTY has 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus activities like talent shows and dances. Year-round online courses are also enrolling. Join our engaging community of learners!
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