Welcome to the East Bay Summer Camp Directory where you will find fun and enriching camps for children of all ages and interests.
Look forward to seeing your children become more confident, independent and responsible as they make new friends and learn important skills.
Camp Galileo: Incredible Learning & Big Summer Fun ~ 24 locations throughout NorCal
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of engaging K-8th STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun. Our hands-on activities and outdoor games cultivate essential skills like perseverance and creative confidence. Weekly sessions, 9am-3pm camp day and optional extended care. Enrollments accepted through Bright Horizons and scholarships available. “Had it all – fun, themes, friends, lovely staff, learning” -2025 family. Use 26GALBAKF25 for $25 off per week on future purchases.
Euro School of Tennis: Summer Camps ~ Fremont
Explore the Euro School of Tennis Summer Camps across the Bay! Immerse your child in a secure and enjoyable environment, fostering sportsmanship and teamwork. Our expertly trained staff is dedicated to enhancing skills and inspiring each participant. Campers, aged 6-14, are invited to make new friends while experiencing the thrill of tennis. All skill levels are embraced in our Tennis/ Tennis & swim camps, Pickleball Camps & Multisports camps that kick off in June. Join us for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and tennis excellence!
iD Tech Camps ~ Berkeley
Register today for camps held at 75+ inspiring universities! Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic that’s made us the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Weeklong programs for ages 7-19 in coding, game dev, robotics, and more. View all courses and Bay Area locations.
Lifetime Activities Youth Summer Camps ~ Pleasanton & Walnut Creek
Lifetime Activities has been providing amazing camp experiences for kids and teens for over 25 years at 5 Bay Area locations. We have a wide variety of year-round camps for a multitude of activities including tennis, badminton, chess, volleyball, table tennis, pickleball and more. Not sure which camp to choose? Try one of our awesome combo camp experiences! Learn more: Walnut Creek youth camps and Pleasanton youth camps.
Integem AI Robot, Drones, AR Coding, 3D, Art, Animation & Game Design Camp ~ 12 locations in San Francisco, East Bay, South Bay, North Bay & Peninsula Areas
Join the #1 AI & AR Camp for ages 5-18: Transform their dreams into tangible, hands-on creations in AI, Robotics, Drones, AR, coding, arts, 2D/3D animation, 2D/3D game design, Space/nature exploration, tech leadership and more. Teleport into their Holographic AR design to experience the magic. Beginner to Advanced levels. Great instructors, small classes. ACS WASC accredited & NVIDIA AI partnered camp. Thousands of students from 20 countries have joined Camp Integem. Learn more at camp.integem.com. Use code FUN26 to save.
Call of the Wild Outdoor Nature Camps ~ Vacaville, Berkeley, Oakland, Los Gatos, Cupertino/Los Altos Hills
At Inspire Active Learning, K-5th graders enjoy forest camps in the summer, fall, winter, and spring. Kids spark a love of nature, hike, explore, read, write, create nature-inspired art, make friends, and play! Academic nature camps blend outdoor education, recreation, and child-centered learning, engaging the whole child – head, heart, and body. Theme weeks: Enchanted Forest Reading, Enchanted Forest Art, Enchanted Vegan Nature, and Enchanted Forest Writing! Discounts and scholarships are available and may be combined.
Junior Center of Art and Science ~ Oakland
Create and Explore with us this summer! Camp JCAS cultivates curiosity and inspires creative expression through hands-on making, tinkering, and designing with small, weekly, thematic camps from carpentry, painting and comics to stop motion-animation and game design. Campers work with professional artists and makers in both individual and collaborative projects.
Steve & Kate’s Camp ~ Emeryville, Fremont, Pleasanton, Walnut Creek
Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s Camp has put kids in charge. Campers choose from a variety of activities, including sewing, stop-motion, coding, sports & recreation, maker crafts, and more. And there’s plenty of perks for grown-ups too. Families can attend for a day, the entire summer, or anything in between. There’s no weekly sessions or reservations required. Any unused Passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks, & all hours (8am–6pm) included. Ages 4–12.
Kimberly V. Art Camp (KVA) ~ Concord
KVArt has 2 fun and creative camp weeks this summer called “KV Kreate”: June 22-26 and July 13-17. We will create fine art projects (with painting, drawing, and sculpting), fun crafts, as well as inter-Active art. Choose from AM (9:00-11:30, ages 6-10, $325) or PM (12:00-2:45, ages 8-15, $345). Get all the info and register for summer camps and school-year classes at: www.kimberlyvart.com
All-Sports Camp by GrowFit ~ San Ramon, Walnut Creek, Berkeley
GrowFit’s All-Sports Camp is a high-energy day camp for kids ages 4–12 who love to move and play. Each day features up to nine rotating games, including basketball, soccer, gaga ball, bubble soccer, and camp-exclusive favorites. Campers are grouped by age to build confidence, teamwork, and skills in a fun, supportive environment. Whether for one day or a full week, kids leave active, proud, and smiling.
STEM Camps by GrowFit ~ Walnut Creek, Berkeley
GrowFit’s specialty camps are perfect for curious, creative kids. LEGO® Camp features hands-on building, engineering challenges, and beginner-friendly robotics. Inventor’s Lab Camp focuses on design thinking and invention. Art Camp explores painting, sculpting, and mixed media, while Science Camp brings learning to life through exciting experiments. Each camp builds creativity, confidence, and problem-solving in a fun, camp-first environment.
Soccer & Football Camps by GrowFit ~ San Ramon
GrowFit’s Soccer Camp is designed for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced players. Campers build fundamentals like dribbling, passing, shooting, and positioning through fast-paced drills and small-sided games. With a focus on teamwork, effort, and positive coaching, kids grow confidence, improve skills, and develop a lasting love for the game—all while having a blast.
Gaia Guides Kids Camp ~ Alameda
We offer epic outdoor summer adventures for kids ages 6–14 in Alameda. Campers learn kayaking and paddleboarding, explore local marine life, and build confidence, teamwork, and environmental awareness on calm, protected waters. Our safety-focused program creates a supportive environment where kids are challenged and thrive. Our women-owned camp brings over 20 years of locally focused youth outdoor education experience and unforgettable summer days on the water!
Adventure Kids Summer Camp ~ Serving Oakland, Lafayette, Walnut Creek, Danville and Pleasanton
Summer 2025 will be the best in summer adventure with Six Flags, Water Parks, Archery, Movies, Go Carts, Laser Tag, Mini Golf , Bowling, Rock Climbing and much more. No matter the age or interest there is a summer of fun and adventure right here just for you. Exciting summer fun for ages 7-14. Transportation options are available.
Words In The Wild ~ Oakland
Rising 1st – 4rd grade with 6-8th CITs. Before and after-camp care available! This reading camp merges literacy and outdoor education through playful nature exploration. Curious campers grow their love of reading and writing through garden science, art, games, and more in the gardens at Lake Merritt, the St. Paul’s courtyard, and Fairyland. Our young scientists sharpen their powers of inquiry as they observe, document, and explore both language and nature, with plenty of free time for friendships and play. WITW offers year-round literacy programs beyond this fun summer camp experience!
UC Berkeley Academic Talent Development Program ~ Berkeley & Point Richmond
UC Berkeley’s ATDP offers challenging summer courses for highly motivated young scholars, grades K-11. For over 40 years we have offered stimulating classes designed for academic advancement and enrichment. Students can explore academic passions in Science, Literature, and more! Secondary Division (6 weeks, grades 7-11) is held at the UC Berkeley campus and remotely, and Elementary Division (3 weeks, grades K-6) is held at Washington Elementary in Point Richmond. Visit our website for more information.
YMCA Camp Loma Mar ~ Loma Mar
YMCA Camp Loma Mar, the East Bay’s oldest overnight camp, has provided unforgettable adventures since 1914. Nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains among towering redwoods, campers enjoy activities like zip lining, archery, swimming, and rock climbing. Our dedicated staff creates a fun, supportive environment where friendships flourish and lifelong memories are made. Open to 2nd–12th graders, Camp Loma Mar offers the ultimate outdoor experience. Financial assistance is available to ensure access for all.
Camp Gold Hollow ~ Nevada City, CA (free bus service from Vallejo)
Traditional overnight camp with innovative programming! Community and belonging are waiting at our little camp nestled among the pines on beautiful Lake Vera. Engaging outdoor activities connect campers with nature (swimming, canoeing, crafts, star gazing, outdoor skills) plus friendships, singalongs, games and fun campy role-models. Run by the experts at Camp Fire, welcoming campers since 1944. Camp Bus from the Bay Area. Camperships available. Kids thrive here!
Sonder Creek Academy Summer Camp ~ Walnut Creek
Discover the ultimate summer adventure at Sonder Creek Academy’s Summer Camp, starting June 16! Open to all kids entering K-8th grade—children do not need to be enrolled at SCA to join the fun! With flexible scheduling, families can choose from full-day or half-day options to fit their summer plans. Campers will enjoy exciting activities like waterslides, STEM & coding, arts & crafts, sports, outdoor adventures, and themed weeks packed with fun! Located in Walnut Creek, our camp offers a safe, engaging environment for kids to learn, play, and make new friends. Spots are filling fast—sign up today! sondercreekacademy.org/summercamp
Town Hall Theatre Summer Camps ~ Lafayette
Strengthen your roots in skill based camps, or soak up the limelight on stage in production camps; there’s no wrong way to grow with Town Hall Education! Our rising pre-k through High School camps offer a theatrical blend of fun and learning, with varying levels of intensity for students of all ages. New camps begin all summer long, there’s sure to be something to fit your schedule!
College for Kids ~ Pleasant Hill and San Ramon
For more than 35 years, College for Kids has inspired students entering grades 4-9. This engaging program features classes in science, writing, computer technology, engineering, math, and the performing arts, and more. Provide your child with a full day experience at the Pleasant Hill Campus with the launch of DVC Athletic Summer Camps in the morning, supervised lunch, and afternoon STEAM classes. Registration opens for summer 2026 on Tuesday, February 17.
Berkeley Ballet Summer Programs ~ Berkeley
Discover the joy and artistry of dance this summer with BBT’s Summer Ballet Programs! Offering We Dance Together (ages 2.5-4 with a guardian), Creative Movement (ages 3–5), Pre-Ballet (ages 5-6), and Youth Division (ages 7 – 18) classes. Give your child the chance to explore movement, build confidence, and have fun in a safe, nurturing environment while building the basic foundational skills for ballet! Join us for a summer full of creativity and movement!
