For those of us who need childcare in August, in-person, drop-off summer camp is one terrific option. Please note that some of these camps stop in mid- or early August. Best of luck finding the right fit for your family!
More East Bay camps running in-person camp programs in August
This information is current with our best information, though some are sold out. Check the websites of each camp to find current details about timing, location, and prices. Your favorite small camp (through teachers, rec centers, studios, and backyards) might also be available with spaces too limited for advertising here with us.
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 (2023): 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
KidzToPros STEM, Arts & Sports Summer Camps
Get summer exploration, adventure and discovery on the family agenda. Pre-Ks through 5th graders learn and explore at KidzToPros’ summer camps. From sports and robotics to creative arts – find options to inspire every learner.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 5 pm (dates and hours may vary by location)
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $585 per week of full days
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Camp Season (2023): 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 $50 with code 510FAM-50, valid thru 2/28/23.
Shu Ren Mandarin Immersion Summer Camp
Shu Ren campers will learn Mandarin through the lens of inquiry, as they engage in hands-on activities that explore scientific discoveries, visual and culinary art from around the world. Camp is designed for all levels of Mandarin language learners, even beginners.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $500 per week based on 2 and 3 week long sessions
Grades: ages 2+, ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Camp Season (2023): 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
Monkey Business Camp
Classic day camp, 100% unplugged and outdoors. Join the 25th summer full of nature exploration, arts & crafts, field games, songs, hikes, board games, storytelling, food projects, and community building. 3-week sessions help build connections between staff, campers, and the land in Tilden Park.
Camp Hours: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $1,908-$2,388 sliding scale per 3-week session | Shorter sessions pro-rated | no fee payment plans, financial aid available
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season (2023): 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
The Lawrence Summer Camps
Campers become budding engineers, biologists, and astronomers when they immerse themselves in our classrooms, exhibits, and other learning spaces. Sign your aspiring young scientist up today for a fun summer of exploration and discovery at UC Berkeley's public science center!
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $1,395 per two-week session
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season (2023): 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
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation (formerly Cal Youth Camps)
UC Berkeley Youth Recreation offers a wide variety of award-winning summer camps, sports and outdoor activities, including swimming, sailing, windsurfing, skateboarding, gymnastics, martial arts, rock climbing, and more for ages 4-17. Drop-ins, 1- and 2-week sessions, extended care.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: Varies; 2-week camps from $650; 1-week camps from $465. Payment plans & financial aid available.
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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.
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 (2023): 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
Legarza Kids Camps
Legarza basketball, all-sports, and S.T.E.A.M. camps are run by highly-trained coaches who are sure to become your kid's new hero. Programs are designed to instill confidence, learning, and growth. Come see how they put the FUN in fundamentals!
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm with half day sessions (hours & dates vary by location)
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:30 pm
Price: $295-$485 per week full-day | $155-$285 per week of half-day (rates may vary by location)
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season (2023): 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
Use code 510FAM to save 10% Expires 9/1/23
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
Jumpin' Gymsters Jumpin' to Summer Camp
Sports - Parkour Courses - Bumper Balls - Legos - Scavenger Hunts - Games - Arts n’ Crafts - Science, Monster Trucks - and Music.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 am
Price: Jr. Campers: $395 per week or $765 2-week sessions | Jr. Coach: $295 per week or $545 2-week sessions
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Camp Season (2023): 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, Week of Aug. 14
Save $25 with code 510. Expires 3/1/23
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 (2023): 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
Perspectives Photo School by Tara Layman Photography
Campers explore many destinations in the Bay Area while diving into the world of digital photography and editing. They will learn to use light, composition, and their visual voice to create impactful images expressing how they see the world through experiential learning and creative collaboration.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: $695 per week, $25 discount offered for siblings and referrals. Scholarships also available for families, please inquire for more information.
Grades: 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season (2023): 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 $100 with code 510FAMILIES
St. Paul's Episcopal School Summer Camp
Choose from a variety of classic on-campus camps (academic, arts, sports) or engage in active day trips on foot, by bicycle, or using private and public transportation. Sports in 5,000 ft² gymnasium. Games and activities on four outdoor play areas including Lakeside Park and the Lawn Bowling Club.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: $450 per week, some specialty camps have a different fee structure.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Camp Season (2023): 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 510FamiliesSP. Offer expires 4/1/2023
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 (2023): 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
Summer Discovery Camps at BADM
Campers will have a blast with one and two-week camp sessions of robust programming that provides the perfect blend of Bay Area Discovery Museum's exhibits and the surrounding Fort Baker National Park.
Camp Hours: 9 am - 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 09:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:00 pm
Price: $650 per week; $1300/ 2-week session
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Camp Season (2023): 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
The Coder School Berkeley
Promising a solid week of coding fun, kids, age 7+, code throughout the week and then demo their creations. Programming languages/topics include: Scratch, Python, Roblox, HTML/CSS, Raspberry Pi, AI and Mobile Apps. Camps Include daily hour of fun and outdoor activities most days.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:45 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:15 pm
Price: $549 to $749 per week. Save $100 per camp before 1/31/23
Grades: 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season (2023): 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
Trackers Earth Camps
Trackers teaches wilderness survival, archery, fishing, woodworking, and blacksmithing through action-packed role-playing stories with secret agents, dinosaurs, elves, and dragons. In these award-winning camps, kids get outdoors, find friends, and learn real skills with expert Guides.
Camp Hours: 8 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:45 pm
Price: $595 per week for Basecamp (onsite) / $695 per week for Adventure (transported)
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
Su Yun's STEM + Mandarin Summer Camps
Su Yun's provides fun and engaging hands-on K-5 summer camps that blend STEM topics, Mandarin language, and outdoor activities. Themes include LEGO, engineering, and makerspace. No prior language experience is required.
For grades 5-8, there's VR programming, carpentry, chemistry experiments, and Arduino conducted entirely in English.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $425 per week. Early bird, multi-session, and sibling/friend discounts available.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season (2023): 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 $20/wk when you email info@suyunschinese.com and mention 510families
TechKnowHow LEGO & Coding Camps
TechKnowHow Camps offer week-long programs with a LEGO, Minecraft, Robotics, Roblox or Coding focus for ages 5-13. Camps feature small-group sessions, enthusiastic instructors, new programs each year, and over 28 years of experience successfully serving Bay Area students!
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:00 pm
Price: $535/wk (Oakland location), $20 Early-bird discount is available; Extended care available at some locations for extra fee.
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
Traverse Fitness Summer Camp
Traverse is one of the world’s best ninja gyms. Summer camp kids will learn to do iconic obstacles like the Warped Wall, play ninja games, and even run a full course where they’ll hit a buzzer!
Camp Hours: All Day 8:30 am - 3:30 pm or Half Day Morning 8:30 am - 11:30 am, Afternoon 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:30 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:30 pm
Price: $649 per week or $345 per week of half days
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season (2023): 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
Save 10% with code - 510. Expires 6/30
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 (2023): 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
Seele Stars
Seele Stars sing, dance, & act as they develop skills/friendships each summer. Taught by a credentialed teacher, they are committed to safe, fun learning via musical theater. Each weeklong camp is different & ends with a performance for families.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:50 am
Latest Pick-up: 04:10 pm
Price: $450 per week
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season (2023): Week of June 12, Week of June 26, Week of July 10, Week of July 24, Week of Aug. 7
MOCHA Summer Art Camps
At MOCHA, they provide an immersive experience of play, creativity, innovation, and exploration while maintaining a structured environment. Campers are encouraged to test the limits of their imagination through various thematic artistic mediums.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3:30 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: $400 per week
Grades: K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Camp Season (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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 (2023): 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
Shawl-Anderson Youth Summer Camps & Classes
SADC offers week-long camps and 4-week classes for youth students. Both are designed to inspire, challenge, and invigorate dancers in a fun environment. Join them to strengthen your technique, explore and create, or try something new. Scholarships available.
Camp Hours: 9 am to 3 pm or 9 am to 1 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:55 am
Latest Pick-up: 03:00 pm
Price: Camps $400-600 per week | Classes $110-245 per session
Grades: ages 3+, preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Camp Season (2023): 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
Steve & Kate's Camp
Campers choose from a variety of activities including sewing, coding, maker crafts, sports & more! Buy any number of days to use at any time. Unused days are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Est. 1980. Lunch, snacks & all hours (8 am–6 pm) included for ages 4 to 12.
Camp Hours: 8 am to 6 pm
Earliest Drop off: 08:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 06:00 pm
Price: Please check out your local site for prices!
Grades: preschool (ages 4+), K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Camp Season (2023): 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
Urban Adventure Camps
Urban Adventure Camps is a unique day camp. Groups take daily field trips to visit the best Bay Area destinations using public transportation to travel between locations developing knowledge and confidence when traveling within a city.
Camp Hours: 8 am to 4 pm
Earliest Drop off: 07:00 am
Latest Pick-up: 05:30 pm
Price: Explorer Camp is $550 per week, Active Camp is $750 per week including transportation and activity fees
Grades: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Camp Season (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): 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 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 (2023): 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 (2023): 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 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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): Week of June 12, Week of July 10, 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 (2023): 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
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 (2023): Week of June 26, Week of July 17, Week of July 24, 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 (2023): 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 (2023): 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
Don’t see your favorite camps? Not all camps were running August programs and others are already filled up. Make sure to visit our East Bay Summer Camp Guide.
