Many Tucson-area students get time off during Rodeo Break, which takes place Thursday and Friday, Feb. 26–27, 2026, leaving families looking for engaging ways to fill those school-free days. Rodeo Break day camps are a great option for parents who need childcare or want to give their kids a fun, structured break from their usual routine. These camps often feature hands-on activities, creative projects, active play, and themed programming designed to keep kids learning and entertained while school is out. From science and art to sports and imaginative play, Rodeo Break camps in Tucson offer a variety of experiences for children of different ages. Below is a roundup of Rodeo Break day camps happening around Tucson—be sure to confirm dates, times, age requirements, pricing, and availability directly with each venue, as details may vary.
Children’s Museum Tucson: Rodeo Break Camp
200 S 6th Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701
520-792-9985 • childrensmuseumtucson.org
Ages PreK-K and grades 1-3. STEAM in the Southwest is a two-day, play-based camp where young learners dive into hands-on exploration inspired by desert life, local culture, and Southwestern climate. Through creative building, artistic expression, and interactive science experiments, young scientists will get curious about the world around them. 8:30am-12:30pm. $85/members or $95/nonmembers.
Tucson Jewish Community Center
3800 E. River Road, Tucson AZ 85718
520-299-3000 or tucsonjcc.org
Ages 5-10. When school is out, spend the day having a blast with the J! Activities can include fieldtrips, arts and crafts, STEM projects, sports and group games, swimming, and more! Hours of operation are 8am-4pm for guests and 8am-6pm for JCare participants. $40 (members)-$50 per day.
Circus Academy Tucson: Rodeo Break Camp
400 W Speedway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85705
928-814-9637 • circusacademytucson.com
Desert Museum
2021 N Kinney Rd., Tucson, AZ 85743
520-883-2702 • desertmuseum.org
Tucson Hoops Rodeo Break Camp
10100 E Golf Links Rd, Tucson AZ 85730
520-834-6446 • tucsonhoops.com
Maracana Indoor Sports Arena: Rodeo Break Camp
555 E 18th St. Tucson, AZ 85701
520-235-7094 • tucsonsoccer.com
Marana Police Department Rodeo Break Camp
Marana Police Community Room, 11555 W Civic Center Dr Marana, AZ 85653
520-382-1900 • maranaaz.gov
YEE HAW. Rodeo Break Camp
My Gym, 7942 N Oracle Rd, Tucson, AZ 85704
520-514-9192 • mygym.com
Mighty Minds
4450 S Houghton Rd Houghton, Tucson • 650-464-2858
joinup@mightymindsaz.com • mightymindsaz.com
Rock Solid Climbing
3949 W Costco Dr. Suite 151 Tucson, AZ 85741
520-222-6228 • rocksolidclimbing.com
Playformance Rodeo Break Camp
119 E Toole Ave, Tucson, AZ 85701
520-623-3904 • playformancetucson.com
Timeless Play
Location in Tucson and Oro Valley
4425 N. Campbell Avenue Tucson, AZ 85718
1880 E. Tangerine Rd Suite #150 Oro Valley, AZ 85755
520-523-8631 • timeless-play.com
Town of Sahuarita
La Villita Community Center
71 W Sahuarita Rd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629
520-445-7850 • sahuaritaparksandrec.org
University of Arizona “A” Camp
1400 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ 85721
520-621-8702 • rec.arizona.edu/youth/rodeo-break-camp
