Presenting the 2023 510families guide to East Bay summer camps from A to Z, concentrated in Oakland and Berkeley. Scroll around, browse, or filter with search tools, make sure to check all the camps’ websites for current information. See also Northern California Overnight Camp Guide | Best East Bay Camp Guide. Please note that all camps with logos are paid sponsors.
24-7 UK Soccer Academy Camps
First-timers and seasoned soccer players will love 24-7 soccer camps. Run by professional coaches, camps emphasize fun and skill development while building leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Choose Recreational Fun Camp, Competitive Technical Training Camp, or Goalkeeper Training Camp.
Camp Hours: 8:30 to 3 pm (8 am drop-off available) | half-day sessions are 8:30 am to 11:30 am or noon to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: $429 per week of full-day camp | $289 per week of half-day camp | $279-$385 per week for Technical Training Camps
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Save 20% with the discount code 510SUMMER2023
3DMAKERCAMP
Kids, ages 5-15, design and create unique products using 3D printers & laser cutters, plus enjoy sports and games led by professional instructors. Join a fun-filled summer of learning and adventure.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 am
Price: $475 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Save $15 with code 510FAM
Abundant Summers
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $400-800 per week, Junior Campers $500-900 per week
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14, Week of Aug. 21, Week of Aug. 28
ACE Camp
FREE 3-week program activates young brains and bodies with Arts, Culture, and Earth studies.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 2 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 02:00 pm
Price: 3-week sessions are free of charge for families that qualify for reduced and free lunch, but all income levels are welcomed
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Ad Foris Outdoor Summer Camp by TeeterPal
As Foris means "to nature". Each day is packed with nature hikes, group activities, and engaging hands-on projects so kids can detach from technology and urban life. Both Day Camp (age 5-12) & Overnight Camp (9-15) are available.
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $795 per week. multi-weeks discount: $50 off the third week, sibling discount: $15 off per week the 2nd kid, referral discount: $15 refund for both.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14
Save 5% with code 510families. Expires on May 31
Adventures 4 Kidz SUP Camp
Stand-up paddleboard camp includes nature lessons, games, safety, and paddling. Campers foster new friendships, build a thoughtful connection to nature, and feel empowered to live an active lifestyle through outdoor aquatic sports. No prior experience is required.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm or 9 am to noon for half-day program
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $649 per week for full-day camp; $399 per week for half-day camp.$50 Early bird & sibling discount available.
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14
Save $50 with code 510FAM. Expires 5/1/23
Aim High
FREE 5-week program designed for students who have limited access to summer enrichment. This summer program ignites a love of learning and prepares students for success in middle school, high school, and beyond.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:15 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:15 pm
Price: 5-week session is free of charge, an application is required
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10
Alameda Ballet Summer Program
Camp Hours: 9 am to 12 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:00 pm
Price: $225 per week
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Albany Armada Aquatics Swim and Adventure Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $450 per week or $270 per short week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Albany Friendship Summer Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: Resident $355 | Non-Resident $365 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Albany-Berkeley Soccer Club (ABSC) Camp
ABSC welcomes boys and girls of all ages & skill levels to develop soccer skills while having fun. Experienced coaches lead dribbling, passing, defense, shooting, and playing with warmth & humor. Camp builds goalie skills, field sense, and conditioning.
Camp Hours: 8:45 am to 4 pm or half days 8:45am-12:30 or 1-3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $470 per week for full day; $350 per week for half days
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Save 10% with code 24302, valid thru 8/6/23
Always Learning and Growing Forest Camp
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 2:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 02:30 pm
Price: $400 per week or $85 per day
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 31
And Sew We Grow
And Sew We Grow offers a warm, friendly space for learning the fundamentals of machine sewing. They value slowing down and working mindfully to restore a sense of well-being and joy. Each camp has its own theme for merry-making with fabric creations.
Camp Hours: 10 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 10:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $700 per week includes materials
Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of July 10, Week of July 24
ANTS Sports Explorers Camp
The ultimate multi-sport camp in Oakland for kids explores tennis, soccer, basketball, flag football, dodgeball, & more in a non-competitive and positive environment. With special theme days, kids will develop their athletic skills while having fun, making friends, and learning sportsmanship.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm or half days 9 am to noon or 1 pm to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $95 for daily drop-in. $475 per week of full-days. $275 per week of half-days. Half-day drop-in $55. Discounts available.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Aran's Art Studio Summer Camp
Camp Hours: 10 am - 2 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $550 per week | $20 extra for before/after care
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Artemis Rowing Learn to Row & Competitive Rowing
Camp Hours: Learn to Row: noon to 3 pm | Competitive Rowing: 8 am to 11 am
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $500 per week; All weeklong rowing camps cover different skills.
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
ATDP, Academic Talent Development Program at UC Berkeley
Challenging courses for motivated scholars. Explore academic passions through in-person or remote learning. Elementary Division (3 weeks, grades K-6) is held in Point Richmond and Secondary Division (6 weeks, grades 7-11) is at the UC Berkeley campus. Check application requirements.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am - noon (morning sessions) and 1 pm - 4:30 pm (afternoon sessions)
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: Each course ranges $710-$1080 for 3-6 weeks in total. Financial Aid is available.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Aurora School Summer Camp
Choose from Creators & Explorers, a general camp that includes woodshop, science, creative writing, coding, crafts, and sports; Theater Arts Camp performing Suessical the Musical; and LEGO and Engineering with TechKnowHow. Camps fill up fast, if a session is full register for the waitlist.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 or 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $535 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Aventura Summer Camp at Escuela Bilingüe Internacional (EBI)
Campers participate in interest-based, engaging, innovative, and age-appropriate enriching activities in Spanish, STEAM, and Global Arts, led by outstanding school faculty and renowned industry partners. Aventura Summer Camp offers extended care options for PK-4th grade campers.
Camp Hours: 8:45 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $490 per week for core program
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Camp Season: Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Avid4 Adventure
Outside > Online: Get your kids back outside this summer! Using a time-tested curriculum, experienced instructors empower campers of all ages and skill levels to bike, hike, rock climb, and paddle in awesome outdoor recreation areas. K-7th grade.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm | half-day program 9 am to 11:45 or 12:15 pm to 3 pm is for Learn to Bike (ages 3 1/2 to 6)
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $450 per week of half days | $900-$950 per week | $1800 per 2-week sessions | Sibling + multiple session discounts are available!
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Save 5% with code 510Family5 Discount. Expiration: 8/20/2023
Bay Adventure Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $160 per week
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14
Bay Area Disc Summer Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $329 per week
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17
Bay Area Shakespeare Camp
Whether this is your first time at a theatre camp or you’re returning for another awesome summer, Shakespeare Camp has something for everyone! Learn about acting, production design, and Shakespeare in a fun and engaging way with experienced teaching artists. ONE 2-WK SESSION ONLY.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $970 for 2 weeks (one week not an option)
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Bay Club Kids Camps
Kids of all ages and interests can find their fit at Bay Club Kids Camps, from little explorers for kids as young as 3 to multi-sport and activity or single sports camps for ages up to 17. Availability and timing of camps vary by location.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm or half days 9 am to 1 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $555-$625 per week for non-members | Half day programs start at $420 per week | 25% off for members
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Bay Explorers Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $525 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Bay Island Gymnastics Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: TBD
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Berkeley Day Camp
This traditional outdoor day camp is held at the Berkeley marina. Campers explore shoreline habitats, canoe, make arts and crafts, and play at the acclaimed Adventure Playground with some day trips. Many former campers are now part of the awesome staff.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm with extended care from 7:30 am to 6 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: Resident: $269 per week | Non-Resident: $323 per week. AM Care: Res. $57 | Non-Res. $68. PM Care: Res. $88 | Non-Res. $106
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Berkeley Fun Camp
James Kenney Discovery Camp, Live Oak Adventurers Camp, or Frances Albrier Arts Camp.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm with before and after care available
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $150 per week (Berkeley resident) | $180 per week (non-resident)
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Berkeley High Rowing Learn to Row & Varsity Crew Camp
Camp Hours: Learn to row: 11 am to 2 pm | Varsity rower camp: 7 am to 10 am
Earliest Drop off: 07:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 02:00 pm
Price: Learn to row: $250 per week | Varsity rower camp: $150 per week | Some 'camperships' available
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of July 10, Week of July 24
Berkeley Playhouse: Musical Theater Camps
1-Week, 2-Week, and 3-week Story-based and Triple Threat camps.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $450 per week. 1-Week, 2-Week, and 3-week sessions available
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Bishop O'Dowd Summer Academy
Camp Hours: Hours vary by course selection
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $190+ per single two week hourly session. Add multiple classes for full days
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3
Braille Skateboarding Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $400 per week
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of July 10, Week of Aug. 7
Broadmoor Preschool Summer Program
Camp Hours: 9 am to noon
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:00 pm
Price: $225 per week
Grades: ages 2+, ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17
California College of the Arts (CCA) Youth Programs
CCA programs for middle & high school students include animation, architecture, ceramics, comics, drawing, graphic design, fashion, film, illustration, industrial design, interior design, jewelry-making, metal arts, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, screenprinting, and sculpture.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 4 pm; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:10 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: Varies with a range of $1000-$4000 for weeklong to monthly programs
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Call of the Wild Camps
At Inspire's Call of the Wild outdoor education camps, kids ages 5-10 connect with nature in Berkeley and Oakland forests. Kids enjoy enrichment in biology and language arts, hiking, reading, writing, exploring, learning, playing, creating games, and making friends.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $607.35 per week. Save $50 for early registration, siblings, friend referral. Early bird ends 2/28/23. Discounts may be combined.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Camp Bladium powered by Nike KIDS
Camp Bladium powered by Nike KIDS Camps is a multi-sport camp designed for ages 5-12 to teach the basics of various sports: running, jumping, catching, throwing, kicking, dodging, balancing, and playing, through fun practices and games. Also socially engaging non-sport activities.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm with extended care for one hour in each direction
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $425 per week or $495 for extended day with discounts available for multiple weeks
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Camp Brushstrokes
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $599 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14, Week of Aug. 21
Camp Doodles
Campers age 3-12 grow their creative intelligence through making and art with engaging weekly themes incorporating science and engineering activities. There is something to inspire every child including building, woodworking, 3D art, sculpting, cooking, sports & games.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:45 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $479 per week for core program. Some discounts available.
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Camp FIERCE (LGBTQI+) by Rainbow Community Center
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $500 per week (Each age group has ONE WEEK ONLY) with financial assistance given based on need
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Camp Gan Israel
Camp Gan Izzy offers a fun Jewish summer experience with a wide range of activities including swimming, sports, crafts, science, and baking. Campers enjoy making new friends and trying new things under the care of a devoted staff. Transportation is available from Berkeley. Lunch included.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $500-$600 per week. Lunch is included in fees. See website for discounts.
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Camp JCAS at Junior Center of Art & Science
JCAS cultivates curiosity and inspires creative expression through hands-on making, tinkering, and designing with small, weekly, thematic camps including carpentry, painting, comics, stop-motion animation, and game design. Campers work in a supportive environment with professional artists.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $450 - $600 for one week camps | $1000-$1300 for 2-week camps
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Camp Kala Summer Youth Arts Program
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $450 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Camp Reel Stories
Make a movie in just two weeks! At Camp Reel Stories, girls and gender-expansive youth (ages 12-18) learn the craft of filmmaking, sharpen their media literacy skills, make industry connections, and create movies that represent themselves and inspire others.
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: $1200 for 2-week session, Early Bird Discount $1100 until 3/31/23. No campers turned away for lack of funds.
Grades: 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19
Cantare’s Summer Music Camp
FREE 2-week half-day music camp with singing, musicianship, dancing and games. Special Event: field trip & national anthem performance at an Oakland A’s game, Thur. 6/15
Camp Hours: 9 am to 12:15 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 12:15 pm
Price: 2-week session is free of charge
Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19
Cass Ceramics Summer Camps
Camp Hours: 1 pm to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 12:45 pm
Latest Pick-up: 04:15 pm
Price: $425 per week includes materials
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 26, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of Aug. 7
Circus Summer Camps at Kinetic Arts Center
Lessons build to the weekly Circus Show with Circus Arts (6 - 9yrs) of aerial, acrobatics, juggling, and dancing as well as Sky High Aerials (10 - 13yrs) including aerial hoop, static & single point trapeze, rope, and tissue. Experienced aerialists learn more advanced tricks and develop flair and style.
Camp Hours: 9 am - 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $495 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
City of San Pablo Kiddie Camps
Camp Hours: 9 am to 1 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 01:00 pm
Price: $66 per week resident | $82 per week for non-residents
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
City of San Pablo Summer Sports Camps
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $81 per week resident | $101 per week for non-residents
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Claremont Kids' Club Summer Camp
Adventure Day Campers will return home happy and fulfilled from a day full of creativity, excitement, and discovery. A day in camp will consist of arts & crafts, swimming in the Claremont pools, field games, and recreational activities.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $700 per week | $600 per week for members. Savings for multiple weeks.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14
Cole Arts Camp
A full day arts camp featuring drama, dance, Hip- Hop, drumming, puppetry, storytelling and arts and crafts. Each week ends with a fun variety show for the families.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $450 per week. 10% multi week and sibling discounts
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Crafty Makers Camp/Camp 510
Crafty Makers Camp/Camp 510 is a local artist-run day camp. Campers learn new art techniques through multimedia projects, including performative art. Unique projects are carefully chosen for each week of camp and are scaled to be developmentally appropriate for each age group.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $475 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Creations Berkeley
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm; Extended care Tik Tok dance sessions until 5 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 07:30 pm
Price: $700 per week | Tik Tok Session: $250 per week or $200 as an add-on
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Creative Music Camps at Kate Campbell Piano Studio
Campers explore and engage with the music that is in our lives every day. All camps are project-based and collaborative scaling easily to a child’s experience level and interests. Try Recording Studio, Composers’ Workshop, or both. Play an amplified cactus, write music, and record songs.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $490 per week
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 24
Creativity Camp - Art with Susan
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $500 per week Berkeley | $450 per week Walnut Creek or $100 per day
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Crowden Summer Music Camps and Workshops
Try a fun and inspiring summer music camp at Crowden! From exploratory music camp to exhilarating chamber music intensives, Crowden offers summer programs for all levels of experience: Instrument Discovery Camp, Summer Strings, and John Adams Young Composers Workshop.
Camp Hours: Times vary by camp
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: Prices vary by camp. Financial aid available.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Cyclones Baseball Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am - 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $350 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17
Dancing Paintbrush Studio
An award-winning art camp, Dancing Paintbrush demonstrates a variety of techniques and hosts special guests to nurture artistic development; provides lessons to spark the creative process; and encourages individual exploration of personal interests, working together, and sharing ideas.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $600 per week or $135 per day for core program; extended care is extra; earlybird rates apply before 4/1/23
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14, Week of Aug. 21
East Bay BALL Summer Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $385 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3
East Bay Dance Center
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $325 per week, $75 per single day; extended care is extra
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
East Bay SPCA Summer Animal Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $415 per week, scholarships are available.
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Éducation Française Bay Area (EFBA) French Immersion Camp
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $540 per week with deals before 5/16/23
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
El Cerrito Martial Arts Summer Camp
ECMA Summer camp offers daily martial arts, yoga, arts and crafts, life skills, and fun. Camp has been running since 2012. Campers take a daily walk to a nearby park and playground.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 6 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $400 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
El Cerrito Summer Camp
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $206 Half Day | $419 Full Day | Resident discount available
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
FAD PAD Summer Camp
The FAD PAD is a creative, magical outdoor space for Fun, Art, Drama, Cooking, Gardening, Storytelling, Cooperative Games, Hand Sewing, Fairy Lore, and Starwitz (Harry Potter). 4-8 students, K-5th, following all safety guidelines. Hammock, swings, a tree to climb, and gardens to explore!
Camp Hours: 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 am
Price: $520 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Save $25 with code FP, Expires 4/5/23
Fashion Sewing Camp with Julia Husch
Camp Hours: Half days 9 am to noon and 1 pm to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: Varies by location; only Lafayette offers supervised lunch coverage
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Firecracker Math Summer Camp
Math camp for curious and challenge-loving kids ages 6 to 16. Instructions employ math games, projects, and magic tricks, sparking kids’ interest in math and boosting their skills and confidence. Morning classes are followed by fun activities in the afternoon.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $525 per week. $325 per week for half-day (math-only) camp. $120 per day. $75 per half-day (math-only). Multi-week & sibling discount. Financial aid is available. AM care $50, PM care $125.
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Save 5% off tuition with code 510FamiliesSum23. Expires 6/30/23
Footfire Soccer Camp
Camp Hours: 8:45 am to 4:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $575 per week includes lunch and snacks
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Future Star Baseball Summer Camp
Future Star Baseball summer camps are celebrating its 20th summer camp season! Players of all ability level will receive expert instruction and play lots of fun games. Campers will come home happy and exhausted as they improve baseball skills.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $415 per week, multi week discounts available
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season: Week of May 29, Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7
Save 10% percent off one week of camp with code 510. Offer does not expire.
Gaia Passages Monarch or Herbal Medicine Camps
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: $550 per week, discounts available
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 26, Week of July 17, Week of July 24
Galileo Camps
At Camp Galileo, K – 10th graders enjoy STEAM-inspired projects, collaborate with peers, and get active outside with lots of team-building fun.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm (dates and hours may vary by location)
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $525-$560 per week. Rates may vary by location.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
Girls Summer Program by Julia Morgan School
The 4th, 5th, and 6th-grade camp (6/19-6/30) focuses on empowering girls to express themselves authentically through art and STEAM activities. The 7th and 8th grade camps: a 2-week Performing Arts Camp (7/3-7/14) and a 1-week Science and Nature Camp (7/10-7/14).
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: $500 for a 5-day camp; $900 for 9-day camp; $50 discount by March 31
Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10
Go Girls!
Go Girls! empowers girls & gender-expansive youth to take center stage. With the Go Girls! Culture Code; theater, expressive art, music, dance, and media, campers practice brave and bold choices in their lives and communities. Performances are driven by their voice and creativity.
Camp Hours: 9 am - 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $899/session (2 weeks); Save $30 per session before 3/31/23; 25% deposit due at registration. $80/week for aftercare.
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season: Week of June 5, Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 17
Golestan Summer Camp
Dual language English and Persian program
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $490/week (includes lunch and 2 snacks).
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31, Week of Aug. 7, Week of Aug. 14
Hayward Park Explorers
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: Resident $375 | Non-Resident $385 per two-week session
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
iD Tech
Register today for camps at inspiring universities across the Bay Area. Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic of the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Coding, game dev, robotics, and more.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $1,049 USD/Week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season: Week of June 12, Week of June 19, Week of June 26, Week of July 3, Week of July 10, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, Week of July 31
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Hanwen School also has a Mandarin immersion summer camp in Berkeley: http://hanwenschool.org/programs/summer-camp-2023/