Chicago Camps
Our new and updated 2023 Summer Camp Directory will launch on January 25, 2023. NPN members will have access to exclusive discounts to day camps and sleep-away camps by visiting the directory from January 25th - January 31st. The summer camp directory will open to the public, sans discounts, on February 1st. Check back here for the link starting January 25th.
You can learn more about finding the perfect camp for your child in our articles below, and use the Discussion Forum to find parent reviews of the most popular camps in the city.
Discussions
Most of the summer camps that we've seen end by early August. Our kids don't start school until after Labor Day so we need child care for the entirety of August. Can you recommend any summer camps that are still running in August? Thanks ...
Has anyone tried these for younger grades (my kid would be 1st grade). Any perspective good or bad? I'm hoping my quirky / nerdy / highly gifted 1st grader could find his tribe there. He has friends through other activities / school but no one that just really clicks in that special way. ...
Visit NPN's Summer Camp Directory until February 1st to sign up for $100 discounts on the following camps: Bennett Day Camp Bucktown Academy Camp Manito-wish YMCA Intercultural Montessori Camp Porchlight Music Theatre Swift Nature Camp WeHaKee Camp for Girls...
https://chicagofilmmakers.org/youth-classes-and-camps/in-person-youth-filmmaking-camp Does anyone have experience with this camp? I'm considering for a tween. ...
Anyone have a recommendation for a golf summer camp for a 12 year old and 9 year old who want to learn how to play. They've played mini golf quite a bit but have never played actual golf. TIA ...
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Believe it or not, now’s the time to start thinking about summer camps. Many have already opened up registration with early-bird discounts, while others don’t offer placement till spring...only to sell out in hours. We’ve pooled advice and information from our members and staff to help get you ...
As a parent and director of an overnight summer camp, I know that at this point in the season, campers and parents begin to experience a wide range of emotions (myself included!). Hopefully, the predominant feelings are those of excitement, but it’s also natural to be apprehensive and nervous. While...
I'm a parent like you and I’ve had to choose a summer camp for my own kids a zillion times. With so many options available, how do you know when a summer program is the right fit for your child and family? A word-of-mouth reference about a program is a great start, and there are lots of great c...
