Woodland Park Zoo

If your wild one wants to hang out with some animals this summer, the Day Camps at Woodland Park Zoo is the place to be. Campers explore the zoo while learning about conservation, building STEAM skills and connecting with nature. This year, campers will be in small pods and have mask requirements in place. Whether you’re a Bear Cub (ages 4-6), Black Bear (ages 6-9) or a full grown Grizzly (ages 9-13), you’ll find these camps are as engaging as they are exciting.

Good to know: These popular camps fill up fast, so reserve your spot while you still can!

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: 8:30 a.m.-4 or 4:30 p.m., depending on age group
Cost: $425-$450/week
Ages: 4-13

5500 Phinney Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
206-548-2500
Online: zoo.org

Pacific Science Center

PacSci is ready to rock the summer in-person camp to engage curious minds while the sun shines. These camps are the ones Seattle families know and love, with added precautions to keep both campers and staff safe while they explore and learn. They include everything from Biome Bonanza to Cookie Caper to Clever Contraption themes kids will love, and they take place at PacSci and other locations around the city and on the Eastside. Sign up for morning, afternoon or all-day sessions.

Good to know: PacSci offers sensory-friendly and girls-only sessions in an effort to make everyone’s camp experience a successful one. 

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: vary, depending on session
Cost: $182-$635, depending on session and membership status
Ages: 4 & up

200 2nd Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
206-443-2001
Online: pacificsciencecenter.org

KidsQuest Children’s Museum

Calling all adventurers and explorers! KidsQuest Children’s Museum camps are on this summer. It’s a chance for kids to take a deep dive into their favorite pastime, whether it’s art, science, nature or something else. Kid Adventurers (ages 4-6) will spend their half-days at themed camps dedicated to engineering, nature and art, while Explorers (ages 7-10) can Tinker with Tinkerbell, Code and Create and try their hand at Kitchen Science at the museum. And if on-site camps aren’t your thing, you’ll be glad to know museum staff is planning @Home camps too. Stay tuned for details!

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: half-day, 9 a.m.-noon; full-day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $250-$425
Ages: 4-10

1116 108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, WA
Online: kidsquestmuseum.org

Arts Aloft

For kids who love to express themselves, there’s Arts Aloft summer camps. Where they immerse kids ages five and up in drawing, painting, sculpting, basically anything that gets them messy and creative. Pair your budding artist with a theme he or she will love (think: Alice in Wonderland, Ancient Greeks, Harry Potter and more), then drop them at the studio where they’ll find all they need to create and have fun with friends. Pack a snack and expect some play time too.

Good to know: Expect waitlists on some of the more popular themed camps, like Harry Potter and Star Wars.

Dates: Mon.-Thurs., starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $335, $290/sibling
Ages: 5 & up

3302 E. Spring St.
Seattle, WA
206-920-2015
Online: artsaloftforkids.com

Wilderness Awareness School

Because every wild child needs a place where they can roam free, there’s summer camp programming at Wilderness Awareness School. With day camps for kids ages 6 to 12 and overnights for teens, it’s as easy as picking a week this summer to commit to keeping the kids outside. Camps focus on hands-on nature skills, play, awareness games and storytelling. And the fact that your kiddo will know all about edible plants, animal droppings and the natural world around them is the bonus to all this forest exploration.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2023
Times: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cost: Starting at $565
Ages: 4-12

PMB 137
Duvall, WA
425-788-1301
Online: wildernessawareness.org/youth-programs

School of Acrobatics & New Circus Arts (SANCA)

Spend summer under the big top when you register for one of SANCA’s weekly sessions. Tiny tumblers ages 6-8 will get an excellent introduction to the circus arts during Circus Odyssey. It’s all about body awareness, partner skills and advancing basic acrobatic skills in this one. Bigger kiddos, ages 9 and up, will take it to the next level during the Circus Ringmasters sessions. Juggling, tumbling, tightwire and aerial fabric exercises will keep kids engaged and learning new skills every day. Expect a small parent show at the end of the session so your Littles can show off what they’ve learned too!

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Registration update: There are still a few spots left in the August camps.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: $535
Ages: 6 & up

674 S. Orcas St.
Seattle, WA
206-652-4433
Online: sancaseattle.org

Creative Dance Center

Whether your creative kiddo is an artist, nature explorer, singer or dancer, the award-winning, multi-arts camps at Creative Dance Center will unleash your Little’s imagination. Camps focus on kids’ joyful self-expression, while at the same time letting campers explore movement and art, develop dance skills, and strengthen the body and brain. Kids will love camps like Ballet Stories, Art in Motion, Musical Theater and Hip Hop. Parents will appreciate the innovative and holistic teaching methods that create an environment where children communicate, connect, collaborate and create through dance.  

Good to know: Campers can get their dance on both at the studio or online. You can check out their COVID safety guidelines online before you register, but hurry, spots are filling up fast! 

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: morning & afternoon
Cost: $165-$280, depending on camp
Ages: 4-10

12577 Densmore Ave. N.
Seattle, WA
206-363-7281
Online: creativedance.org

ACE at the Museum of Flight

The Museum of Flight’s popular Aerospace Camp Experience (ACE) is back in-person this year. Campers ages 7 and up will spend their camp week completing challenges, working with Museum of Flight educators and other STEM professionals and learning lots. We love that there are tons of ACE flavors to choose from—Neighborhood STEM, Aviation and Stranger Than Fiction to name a few—and that campers can involve friends and family in the exciting activities. 

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: vary, based on camp
Cost: $420-$470
Ages: 7 & up

Online: museumofflight.org/ace

Rain City Rock Camp

This summer camp really rocks, and not just because it empowers girls (cis and trans) fostering leadership and creativity along the way. Campers will make music, develop skills and get to know each other in a safe and welcoming space that encourages participants to learn about the creative process (and themselves) during the week-long session. Each day is a combo of activities and creativity, accompanied by tons of hands-on fun. 

Dates: Jul. 18-23 & 25-30, 2022
Cost: $0-$425, pay-what-you-can sliding scale
Ages: 8 & up

Online: raincityrockcamp.org

Redmond Art Works

If art is what your kid craves over the summer, but you’re not so big on the clean up, sign your budding artist up for a week at Redmond Art Works. They offer weekly summer camp sessions, each with a different theme. Kids can hang out Among the Stars, get in on Game Building, even spend Five Days Abroad. All it takes is $100 to reserve your mini Monet’s spot.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $ 329; 10% discount for siblings and multiple enrollments
Ages: 5-12

6825 176th Ave. N.E., Suite A-110
Redmond, WA
425-522-4466
Online: redmondartworks.com

Tilth Alliance Camps

If your kids dig gardening, or if you’re hoping they’ll grow a green thumb, Tilth Alliance Camps are your go-to spot. With mini camps and week-long half- and full-day programs informed by Learning in Places materials, aligned with the Next Gen Science Standards that emphasize equitable, field-based experiences for kids, every kid has the chance to plant roots this summer. Maybe yours wants to learn to Grow a Farm Stand or find inspiration in nature during the Garden Artists week. Programs vary by location and age. Get the full schedule online for lots of sunshine, dirt and fun this summer!

Good to know: Sliding scale pricing and scholarship opportunities are available for these camps.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: vary, depending on location and session
Cost: $20-$450
Ages: 1 & up

Good Shepherd Center—Wallingford
4649 Sunnyside Ave. N., Suite 100
Seattle, WA

Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands
5513 S. Cloverdale St.
Seattle, WA

Online: tilthalliance.org

Girls Rock Math

When you add your kid to the Girls Rock Math equation, it equals an educational adventure she’ll love. In addition to building her math skills, your kiddo will get plenty of fresh air and the chance to make new friends in her pod at these outdoor, in-person sessions. Our favorite part is the creative approach this camps takes to making math both fun and accessible. After all, what curiously-minded camper can resist punny camp sessions like Get a Clue, Alice in Numberland and Bead-Dazzling Math. The best part? Girls will boost their confidence and build real-world soft skills like collaboration, persistence and strategizing that will take them far when they attend these camps.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: half-day, 8:30-11:30 a.m. & 12:30-3:30 p.m.; full-day, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $425-$445
Ages: 6-12

606 Maynard Ave. S.
Seattle, WA
206-408-8078
Online: girlsrockmathematics.com

Summer Camp at Arena Sports

If your kids are ready to have a blast this summer, Arena Sports can help you out. They’ll keep kids active in half- or full-day sessions with field games, inflatables, arts and crafts, laser tag (at Mill Creek) and even possible pool time. Camps are held both indoor and out, depending on location and weather. We love the parent perks of these camps that allow for early drop off (kids play on the bouncy houses) and flexible registration that means you can sign kids up for half days, full days, even single days so your summer plans work out just the way you want them to. Psst… if you get a 10 or 20 day Flex Pass you can save on daily rates too.

Good to know: If soccer is your kid’s passion, sign them up for a Skills Institute Camp.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: half-day, 9 a.m.-noon & 1-4 p.m.; full-day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $38/day, half-day; $62/day, full day; discounts with Flex Pass
Ages: 3-12

Locations in SODO, Magnuson, Issaquah, Mill Creek and Redmond.
Online: arenasports.net

Museo Art Academy

Artists of all ages will enjoy learning about drawing, painting, sculpting or creating with mixed-media at MUSEO’s summer camps, a go-to spot for Eastside families. Kids focus on specific skills in each camp sesh, building from the basics through to advanced techniques during half- or full-day classes. We heart the Friday-only pottery camp ($159) that can stand alone or be tacked on to the end of your Monday through Thursday camp experience to keep the good times roll…err… throwing. Plus, add-ons like early arrival, extended stay and a lunch hour option help busy families coordinate schedules. What will your kiddo create?

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: half-day, 9 a.m.-noon & 1-4 p.m.; full-day, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $249
Ages: 5-12

160 N.W. Gilman Blvd., Suite 341
Issaquah, WA
425-391-0244
Online: museoart.com

FrogLegs Culinary

Get cooking at FrogLegs Culinary camp for kids. It’s a chance for chefs of all ages to put their creative skills to work in the kitchen, pairing things they love (think: Harry Potter, rainbows or your kid’s storybook favorites) with food. Camps are available in the morning and afternoon, and kids get the chance to play games and hear stories in between whipping up tantalizing treats we’re sure they’ll willingly share. Sign up for a session in Seattle, Issaquah or Kirkland.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: vary, based on location and session
Cost: vary, depending on session
Ages: 3 & up

University Village
2643 Village Ln.
Seattle, WA
206-887-8228

Kirkland Studio
501 Market St.
Kirkland, WA
206-887-8229

Issaquah Studio
2550 N.E. Park Dr.
Issaquah, WA

Online: froglegskca.com

Play-Well TEK-nologies

Brick builders of all ages are in for a treat with Play-Well’s in-person summer camps. So far these popular camps are scheduled on Mercer Island and in Shoreline. You’ll find your favorite classes like Jedi Engineering, Women Innovators in STEM and Robotics using the LEGO EV3 system. Sign up now to build an awesome summer!

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-noon & 1-4 p.m.
Cost: starting at $154
Ages: 5 & up

Online: play-well.org

Skyhawks

No matter what sport your kiddo plays, Skyhawks has a camp for that. From soccer to basketball to volleyball and golf, if it’s played on a field or with a ball, it’s in their wheelhouse. Camps are held around the city and surrounding areas and give kids the chance to improve their skills or just play their favorite sport all summer long via half- or full-day camp sessions.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: vary, based on camp
Cost: varies, based on camp
Ages: 3 & up

800-804-3509
Online: skyhawks.com

Mighty Coders

This summer, let your kids spend time with video games. Rather than playing, they’ll learn how to code Roblox, Minecraft and more with Mighty Coders virtual camps. Kids will spend two to three hours per day perfecting their coding skills, learning everything from Java and Python to Scratch to Lua, as they engage with the games they love. Educational fun is what these virtual programs are all about. Program fun into your summer!

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-noon or 1-3 p.m., depending on session
Cost: $160-$399
Ages: 8-15

1912 201st Pl. S.E., #205
Bothell, WA 98012
206-880-1630
Online: mightycoders.io

Studio East

If all the world’s a stage, Studio East is bringing the world to you this summer with their in-person and virtual performing arts camps. Whether you’ve got a Little Player, Tale Spinner or a Play Maker, Studio East’s camps put kids in the spotlight. Each session offers kids of different ages and theatrical experience the chance to be drama kings and queens. With exciting themes like Paw Patrol, Even Stranger Things and Dumbledore’s Army, there’s something to pique every player’s interest. 

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: vary, depending on session
Cost: starting at $260
Ages: 4 & up

348 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland, WA
425-820-1800
Online: studio-east.org

Seattle Children’s Theatre

Whether your kiddo wants to be on the stage or behind the scenes, SCT has a summer camp to match. This year, they’re offering in-person camps so kids can get their drama on all summer long. Whether they’re exploring drama, going on a drama quest or digging through the treasure trunk to stage a production, kids will learn the ins and outs of acting. We can’t wait for the lights, camera, action of this summer camp favorite!

Dates: Starting June 2022
Times: vary, based on camp
Cost: $120-$425
Ages: 3.5 & up

201 Thomas St.
Seattle, WA
206-441-3322
Online: sct.org

Hi-Liners

Does your kid want a chance to sing, dance and act their way through the summer? This is the place to do it. Summer camps with the Hi-Liners focus on theater and musical theater arts. So your kids can test their triple threat chops on the stage this summer as they hone their craft and learn how to sparkle on stage. In-person camps will be held at Glendale Lutheran School in Burien. Set the spotlight on summer fun!

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: varies, based on camp
Cost: TBD
Ages: 4 & up

P.O. Box 48346
Burien, WA
206-617-2152
Online: hi-liners.org

West Seattle Art Nest

Head to the accidental island of West Seattle to enjoy art with West Seattle Art Nest’s outdoor summer camps. This year will include five different sessions that cover intriguing topics like murals and street art, clay sculpture and slime and potions. Expect lots of artistic expression as kids work with various mediums and techniques to create pieces parents will surely want to display around the house. 

Dates: Tues.-Thurs., Jun. 21-Sep. 1, 2022
Times: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Cost: $195
Ages: 5 & up

4138 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA
206-466-6028
Online: westseattleartnest.com

Beginning Fencing

When it comes to out-of-the-box summer camp experiences, Emerald City Fencing Club has got your kiddo covered. It’s a chance for future fencers to strut their stuff and learn the basics of this Olympic sport, like footwork and bladework, over the course of the week. It’s a sport that was made for pandemics because it’s naturally socially distanced and kids are always masked. When the week is done, your kiddo will have experience with attacking and defending and should have a handle of the safety and etiquette of this timeless sport too. 

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: weekly, starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-noon
Cost: $300
Ages: 7-10

Emerald City Fencing Club
825 N.E. Northgate Way
Seattle, WA
Online: emeraldcityfencing.com

Sammamish Animal Sanctuary

Let your little animal lover spent time at the Second Chance Ranch this summer, tending to rescued animals. This hands-on experience is the non-profit’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and we’re sure your kids will come home bubbling with excitement because they got to ride a horse, see a goat get its nails clipped and even teach a pig a trick. That’s all before they’ll have a chance to tell you about brushing mini ponies and decorating their manes. It doesn’t get better than this working farm experience in the summer.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: Mon., Weds. & Fri., Jun.-Aug.
Times: 9 a.m.-noon
Cost: $225 ($375 for two siblings)
Ages: 4-10

20727 S.E. 24th St.
Sammamish, WA
Online: sammamishanimalsanctuary.com

Fir Camp

Get your kids into nature at this outdoor camp with UW Botanic Gardens. Campers will play games, make projects, and investigate the great outdoors. We even hear plant dissections are part of the programming. Add in rounds of Tweety Tag, Poison Dart Frog and Aquatic Dips and you’ve got every reason to spend time in the summer sunshine. The summer program consists of five, two-week long sessions.

Good to know: They are running a registration lottery this year.

COVID update: Get the scoop on COVID precautions and cancellation policies before signing up.

Dates: starting June 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: $640/2-week session
Ages: 6-8

UW Arboretum
2300 Arboretum Dr. E.
Seattle, WA
206-543-8616
Online: botanicgardens.uw.edu

Kong Academy

Calling all wiggle worms! Kong Academy’s parkour programming has what it takes to keep kids active and engaged this summer. If getting your kids outside for jumps, leaps and rolls is what you’re after, sign them up for a week of Parkour Adventure Summer Camp at a local park (Gas Works, Luther Burbank, Volunteer or Seward). During the week, they’ll learn parkour basics, like vaulting, climbing, jumping and rolling, as well as circus skills and crafting too.

Good to know: Spaces are filling up fast so jump on this one!

Dates: weekly, Jun. 22- Aug. 22, 2022
Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cost: $435
Ages: 6-14

3100 Airport Way S.
Seattle, WA
206-485-4222
Online: kongacademy.org