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Cactus Day Camp
6050 N. Invergordon Road, Paradise Valley. 480-836-2267 • cactusdaycamp.com
Ages 4-13. Cactus Day Camp brings the magic of traditional day camping to the desert. Accredited by the American Camp Association, we make safety our top priority while inspiring active, unplugged lifestyles, strong friendships, and confident kids. Our full-day programs are offered in 2-, 4-, 6-, and 8-week sessions filled with sports, swimming, creative arts, archery, climbing tower adventures, bungee jumping, foam pit fun, waterslides, and unforgettable experiences. Guided by caring staff, campers grow, laugh, and thrive in a supportive community — making Cactus Day Camp the happiest place in the desert. June 1-July 24.
Camelback Desert School
9606 E Kalil Dr, Scottsdale • 877-659-4516 • camelbackdesertschool.com
At Camelback Desert School’s Summer Camp 2026, each week introduces new opportunities for exploration, skill-building, and connection. Camp runs May 26th through July 24th, giving families flexible options for a full season of enriching summer experiences. Campers dive into science experiments, nature discovery, creative arts, and active games through engaging, hands-on experiences. Collaborative challenges and team-based activities encourage communication and camaraderie in a supportive setting. Guided by attentive counselors, students gain confidence while discovering new interests and forming authentic peer relationships. Reserve your child’s place today at www.camelbackdesertschool.com and make this summer one to remember.
Camps for Kids
Gilbert, Chandler, Tucson, Phoeni
Day Camps – Ages 5-12. Overnight Camps – Ages 7-17. Camps for Kids hosts Arizona’s most active and theme based camps! We have Animal Camps with horseback riding, petting zoos, face painting, baby llama’s & baby zebras, bunny parties, reptiles. We have Water Camps with fire trucks, water slides, foam parties, water wars. We have LEGO Camps where campers watch and make LEGO movies, and creations – only limited by their imagination. We have Cosmic Camps where the lights go low and the music goes up. Glow activities throughout the week. Gaming & Adventure Camps….just too much to list here. Go to SummerCampAZ.com and check out everything we are doing in 2024! Ask about our other seasonal camps!
Children’s Museum of Phoenix
215 N 7th St, Phoenix. 602-253-0401 • childrensmuseumofphoenix.org
When school is out, camp is in at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix! Send your kids on an unforgettable adventure this Summer! Our Summer Camps begin on May 25th and run throughout June and July. Camps at the Children’s Museum are designed for children 5-8 years of age and feature hands-on learning, games, and activities that keep kids’ minds and muscles engaged during school break. All camps also include plenty of playtime in the Museum’s three floors of imaginative exhibits. Summer Camps at the Children’s Museum are $305 for Members and $345 for Non-Members.
CCV Kids CampÂ
Several CCV Campuses, Northern Arizona University, Grand Canyon University • ccv.church/camps
Crazy games, camp challenges, powerful messages, and life-changing moments happening late May – early June!
- CCV Kids Camp is for incoming 4th–6th graders, hosted at several CCV campuses across the Valley on May 26-27!
- CCV Jr. High Camp is for incoming 7th–8th graders, hosted at Grand Canyon University on May 28-30!
- CCV High School Camp is for students entering 9th grade through graduating seniors, hosted at Northern Arizona University on June 2-5 and June 8-11!
Deer Valley Sun’sational Summer Camp
Multiple locations. https://www.dvusd.org/departments/community-education/sunsational-summer-camp-2025
Ages 5-14 (preschool available at two locations). Deer Valley Unified School District is offering a wide variety of 2026 Summer Programs! These include educational and social enrichment camps, educational intervention programs, credit acceleration and recovery, and more! Community education is offering Sunsational Summer camps including: sports, arts/music, STEM, theater, field trips, preschool options, and mandarin programs. Learn more about each camp at dvusd.org/summerprograms. Register for camp at: deervalley.ce.eleyo.com
Desert Botanical Gardens
1201 N Galvin Pkwy, Phoenix. 480-941-1225. DBG.org
Join us for Desert Discovery Camps, where campers explore nature and learn about the beauty of the desert. This year’s camps feature science, outdoor skills, nature-inspired art, nature play and exploration. All summer camps include hands-on activities, guest speakers and exploration of the Garden trails. Camps are available for ages 6-8 and 9-12 for a week-long session. $295-$345.
Higley Unified School District Higley Hangout
Community Education Department • 2935 S Recker Rd, Gilbert • 480-279-7055
Registration: https://husd.arux.app • Learn more: https://husd.org
Higley Hangout is an out-of-school time program that offers a wide array of activities designed to engage and inspire children of all ages. Available at all Higley elementary schools and preschools, Higley Hangout ensures that children have access to stimulating activities that foster both academic and social growth.
Camp Pathfinders at the International School of Arizona
10810 N 90th St., Scottsdale • 480-874-2326 • isaz.org/camppathfinders
Adventure Starts Here!
ISA Trailblazers Summer Camp blends hands-on exploration, creativity, and classic camp fun in a safe, nurturing environment. Each week features exciting themes, outdoor play, STEM challenges, arts, games, and specialty camps designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.
Led by caring educators on our beautiful campus, campers build friendships, discover new talents, and create unforgettable memories. ISA Summer Camp is a non-immersion program, with all activities conducted in English.
Find your path. Forge your story. Join us this summer!
Valley of the Sun YMCA
350 1st Ave Phoenix • 602-404-9622 • membership@vosymca.org • valleyymca.org/programs/camp/summer-day-camp
Summer Day Camp offers a structured and engaging program for children during their summer break. Our camp provides a wide range of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and nature exploration, ensuring a fun and enriching experience for all participants. Join our summer day camp and make the most of your child’s summer vacation!
UUCP Kids Camp
4027 E Lincoln Dr, Paradise Valley • 480-788-9363 • phoenixuu.org/ministry/children/kids-camp
Ages 3-13. Celebrate 50 years of UU Kids Camp with four weeks of epic fun! Explore robots, puppetry, sports, circus arts, and more—every day is an adventure. Camp runs June 3–28, 2024, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–1 PM, with free extended hours (8 AM–6 PM). Weekly rate is $300 per child. We’re proudly queer, trans, and neurodivergent friendly.
Arizona Museum of Natural History
53 N. Macdonald, Mesa • 480-644-2230 • arizonamuseumofnaturalhistory.org
At the Outlet
3004 N. 16th St., Phoenix • 602-688-4451 • attheoutlet.org
Boys & Girls Clubs
Valleywide locations. bgcs.org/programs/summer-camp
Dobson Montessori
K-12 745 S. Extension, Mesa • 480-962-1432 • dobsonmontessori.com
Pre-K 1130 S. San Jose Mesa • 480-962-1432 • dobsonmontessori.com
Camelback Desert School
9606 E. Kalil Drive, Scottsdale. 480-451-3130 • camelbackdesertschool.com
Cave Creek Unified School District
480-575-2440 • ecsforall.org/summer-programs
City of Peoria
623-773-7421 or 623-773-7688 • peoriaaz.gov
City of Surprise
14861 N. Spring Lane, Surprise. 623-222-2233 • surpriseaz.gov
Color Wheels Mobile Art Room
400 N. Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park 85340 • 602-291-3457 • colorwheelsaz.com
GateWay Community College
108 N. 40th St., Phoenix 602-286-8130 • gatewaycc.edu/discover
Family Care KIDS in Phoenix
6750 N. 7th Ave. BLDG B, Phoenix. 602-562-0310 • FamilyCareKIDS.com
Gravity Extreme Zone
190 S Kyrene Rd. Suite 5, Chandler. 480-757-5411 or gravityextremezone.com/summer-camp-in-phoenix
Happy Valley Summer Camp
7140 W. Happy Valley Rd., Peoria. 623-695-9915 • happyvalleyschool.org
Heard Scout Pueblo
1901 E Dobbins Rd., Phoenix. (602)-955-7747 grandcanyonbsa.org/camps-activities
Imagine That Summer Camp
4455 East Lincoln Drive, Paradise Valley • 480-570-5234 • www.imaginethatsummercamp.com
Jordan’s Corner
15681 N. Hayden Rd. Suite 116 • 480-790-1277 • info@jordanscorneraz.com • jordanscorneraz.com
Kyrene School District
480-541-1500 • kyrene.org/CommunityEd
Madison Christian Children’s Center
6202 N. 12th Street, Phoenix. 602-265-7885. madisonchristianc
Mesa Parks Recreation and Community Facilities
480-644-PLAY (7529) • mesaparks.com.
North Scottsdale United Methodist Church
11735 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale. 480-948-0529 • nsumc.com
Phoenix Country Day School Summer Programs
3901 E. Stanford Drive, Paradise Valley • 602 955-8200 • www.pcds.org/summer
Phoenix Youth Circus Arts
Capitol Elementary School Gymnasium • 330 N 16th Ave, Phoenix • phxyouthcircus.org
Rancho Solano Preparatory School
5656 E. Greenway Road, Scottsdale. 844-516-2267 • ranchosummercamps.com
Saint Barnabas Episcopal Church
6715 N. Mockingbird Lane, Scottsdale • 480-948-5560 • saintbarnabas.org/camp
Camp Summit at Summit School
4515 E Muirwood Dr, Phoenix • 480-403-9500 • summitschoolaz.org/summer-camps
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