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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.
Subway Surfn Camp |
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Teens learn how to use the Ventra App and ride public transportation (Bus, CTA & Metra) safely.
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!
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.
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
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