Thanksgiving Camps in Berkeley, Oakland, Alameda

Thanks to our sponsors of this East Bay November Day Camp Guide: Sarah's Science, Claremont Club & Spa, Abundant Beginnings, and Oakland Zoo.

Veteran's Day and Thanksgiving can take a busy parent by surprise. Whether your child's school is closed all week or just a couple days, we figured you might be looking for a little support. I have been known to splurge on a last minute camp when I realized how many hours of unplanned awake time we'd all be spending together. Don't judge.

Oakland Unified and Berkeley Unified schools are closed the entire week of Thanksgiving (Nov 19 to 23) in addition to Nov. 12th for Veteran's Day. Berkeley is also closed November 2nd for conferences. Got all that? Read on for camp suggestions that might fit the bill.

Claremont Kids Club swimming in November — Claremont Kids Club lets your littles go swimming in November. Splash!

East Bay day camps for the month of November:

Abundant Summers Fall Break, Oakland

Abundant Beginnings school break camps are a time to destress and allow children to create their world, in the outdoors unless there is very bad weather. November School Break Camps are Nov. 12th and Nov. 19-21 from 9am to 3:30pm with extended day available. Thanksgiving Week camp is at Sequoia Elementary School. Ages 2 – 4 ($80/day) Ages 5 – 13 ($65/day) for core program. Get the details >

Braille Skate Camp, San Leandro

Learn to skateboard or improve your skills for ages 10+ (or younger if child is already skilled). Each participant will be given group and one on one instruction from our skate teachers. Master new tricks at the place where YouTube magic happens. Four-day Thanksgiving week camp is Nov. 19, 20, 21, 23 from 9am to 4pm for $250. More info >

Camp Bladium, Alameda

At Camp Bladium, children can engage in active play when school is out: Rock Climbing, Basketball, Dodgeball, Karaoke, Crafts, Laser Tag, Jumpers and LEGO. Fall camps are Nov. 12 and Nov. 19-21. The price varies but is around $70/day for ages 5-14 from 9am to 4pm. Extended care available. Lunch and snacks are provided. More info >

Abundant Beginnings November Camp — Abundant Beginnings campers spend the day outside at a fabulous local park

Claremont Club & Spa Kids Club, Berkeley

Kids Club at the Claremont Club & Spa offers games, hiking, cooking, swimming, arts & crafts, music and more! Join the fun, 9am – 3pm from Nov. 19-23 (excluding Thanksgiving Day). Day rate for non-members is $110. Weekly, daily half-day, and member rates available. Ages 3+. Register by emailing cla.kidsclub@fairmont.com. More info >

Camp Edah, Berkeley

Jewish-oriented day program offered when schools are closed. Activities include hiking, cooking, field trips and crafts. Edah offers care on Nov. 2, 12, 19, and 20 this year from 9am to 4pm with optional aftercare to 5:30 for $105/day for the base program. Details are here >

Hands-On!, Berkeley

Drop-off STEAM camp for Monday Nov. 19th and Tuesday Nov. 20th is $60 for ages 6 to 11. Dress for a mess. Sign up here.

Head Over Heels, Emeryville

For ages 5-12, daily gymnastics camp will be offered from 9 to 4:30 (with FREE extended care from 8 to 5:30!) for $105 per day on Nov. 12 and Nov. 19-21. Potty-trained 3 and 4 year olds can participate in morning camp until 1:30. Details and registration >

Sarahs Science Thanksgiving Camp — Kids explore the wacky world of science at Sarah's Science Thanksgiving Camp

Little Theater Company, Alameda

Campers age 5 to 11 explore drama, story, and creativity with this Coco-themed camp. $235 for Monday through Wednesday of Thanksgiving week. Core program 9am to 3pm with extended care possible from 8am to 6pm. Learn more & register >

Monkey Business, Berkeley

For ages 4.5 to 10 or youth leaders 11+, Monkey Business offers art, cooking (organic purchasing!), games, and time for self-directed play indoors and out with this classic style camp, in its 20th year! Thanksgiving Break Camp is Nov. 19-21 for $95/day with discounts for multiple days (can be shared by families). Core program is 8:30am to 3:30pm with extended morning available. More info >

Oakland ZooCamp

Thanksgiving Break ZooCamp is for campers K through 5th grade. During mini workshops, campers tour the zoo, play games, sing songs, make crafts, and meet some animals up-close. Nov. 19-21 for $90/day. Days are sold separately. Extended Care is available from 8am to 5:30pm. More info >

Sarah's Science, Oakland

For ages 4-11 as campers, and 11-14 as CITs, this science program is offered Monday through Wednesday of Thanksgiving week (Nov. 19-21), with day rates available if you don't need all 3 days. Campers will explore the four fundamental forces of nature through a series of hands-on projects that they get to make and take home with them each day. 8am – 5:30pm. Cost: $120/day Details and registration >

Oakland ZooCamp creek explorations — ZooCampers exploring the creek habitat and animals at Oakland Zoo

Trackers, Berkeley

This immersive outdoor experience is offered Nov. 12 and Nov. 19-21 (first time Thanksgiving camp, yay!) from 9am – 3:30 with flexible drop off and pick up times starting at 8am with no extra charge for age 4 through grade 10. Pick up by 4pm or pay for extended care until 6pm. Kids build competence and confidence in an age-appropriate way. Camp meets up in Berkeley and travels around during the day. $95/day. More info >

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