Hey parents in Palo Alto, Redwood City, Woodside, Portola Valley, Atherton, and Menlo Park!
If your kids are anything like mine, they’re ready for nonstop fun as soon as summer starts. Having some camps scheduled is a win-win — they get a break from us (and we from them), and we might even get a little work done.
Good news: We’ve rounded up some awesome local summer camps and programs on the Lower Peninsula to keep your kids busy and happy.
Bonus: some camps are offering special discounts just for our readers, so be sure to check the listings below!
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Get ready for the ultimate summer adventure! Brains & Motion camps for grades K-8 are packed with hands-on STEM activities, creative art projects, outdoor sports, and high-energy group games. Every day brings new creative possibilities and the opportunity to make lifelong friends, build confidence, and develop vital social-emotional skills.
With 350 basketball camps in nearly every state nationwide, Breakthrough Basketball coaches firmly believe that they have a very important responsibility and an amazing opportunity to have a positive impact on their players' lives.
Score big in 2025 - at a Breakthrough Basketball Camp!
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Read MoreUnlock your child's creativity and future potential with Code Ninjas Summer Camps! Whether they're creating in 3D, exploring robotics, or modding in Minecraft, your child will explore the exciting world of coding, game development, and tech creation—all while having an absolute blast! Guided by expert instructors, kids will enhance their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, gaining confidence that extends far beyond the screen. It’s not just about tech—it’s about preparing for the future while having an unforgettable summer with new friends.
Don’t wait—our spots fill up fast! Give your child the opportunity to think bigger, dream brighter, and code smarter. Sign up today for a summer of fun, learning, and discovery!
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Read MoreRegister today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding camps, game dev, robotics, and more.
Read MoreHosted by Inner Seed, a 100% volunteer-run nonprofit mindfulness and healing center in Palo Alto, this unique summer camp offers children an enriching experience that combines martial arts training with mindfulness practices.
2180 West Bayshore Rd, Ste100, Palo Alto, CA Read MoreInnovation for Youth develops projects and programs to make learning more engaging and joyful.
Our overarching goal is to delivering enriching and socially engaging learning enrichment activities. We offer camps, classes, events, and pop-up maker spaces.
Palo Alto, CA Read MoreLabel Daddy provides premium, peel and stick, customized, and washable labels to keep personal items organized and out of the Lost and Found — perfect for summer camp and beyond.
Read MoreModel United Nations Institute Summer Camp - Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, enhance your public speaking and debate skills, get daily personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends!
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Read MoreMovement Summer Camps offer kids an action-packed adventure with rock climbing, fun games, and skill-building activities. Led by expert coaches, kids gain confidence, make friends, and have a blast! Our action-packed camps offer challenges designed to keep kids of all ages and skill levels active, entertained, and learning while school is out. Led by our experienced and enthusiastic coaches, campers will explore the exciting world of climbing in a safe and supportive environment.
Each day, kids will participate in fun activities that promote teamwork, problem-solving, and confidence-building. Campers will develop physical and mental strength while creating lasting memories and friendships. No prior climbing experience is needed—our camps are designed to welcome beginners and seasoned young climbers.
Parents love Movement Summer Camps for the personal growth they see in their kids, from improved climbing skills to enhanced responsibility, resilience, and cooperation. Kids rave about the fun they have, the cool new friends they meet, and the excitement of conquering new heights. With limited spaces available, don’t miss the chance to give your child a summer full of adventure, fun, and learning. Find a Movement Gym near you and secure your spot today!
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Read MoreFrom Anime and Mange to Ceramics, Plein Air, and Art Making For Kids, the Palo Alto Art Center has a wide range of Summer Camp classes for kids ages 6-18. See all the available Palo Alto Art Center art camps here!
1313 Newell Rd, Palo Alto, CA Read MoreJoin the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth this summer for rigorous, fresh, and fun in-person academic programs held at 10 locations in California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. CTY's three-week day and residential programs for advanced learners in grades 2-12 offer 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus social activities like talent shows and dances. CTY challenges students and connects them with an engaged community of learners from around the world. Residential students in grades 5-12 experience learning and living on a college campus. Before and after care is available for day students in grades 2-6 and lunch is included. Online programs in dynamic virtual classrooms are also enrolling.
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