With summer just around the corner and kids out of school, it’s the perfect time to find the ideal summer camp. Whether you’re looking for half-day or full-day programs, Westchester offers a variety of camps tailored to different interest and activities. We’ve rounded up some of the top summer camps in the county to help you choose the best fit.
Nature Camps
Westchester County Parks
Is your child fascinated by the beauty of the natural world? Westchester County Parks has various nature camps for children entering grades pre-k through nine for fun, hands-on experience at the county’s nature centers. Camps include Read Nature, Lenoir Nature, Marshlands Nature, and Trailside Nature. Campers are allowed three weeks max. Visit parks.westchestercounty.gov for more information on session pricing and registration.
No Limit Ninja & Hi-Five Summer Sports Camp
222 Lake Ave., Floor 4, Yonkers
914.714.9814
No Limit Ninja & Hi-Five sports camp promises a summer of adventure, skill-building, and non-stop action. The summer program runs from June 30 to August 18 for ages five and up. For kids who are always on the move and have tons of energy to exert, this program offers safe and supportive ninja obstacle courses with the guidance of expert coaches. The morning activities alternate between sports and ninja training as well as different activities (tailored to each age group) on rotation during the afternoon. Lunches are supervised, and kids get a free end-of-the-day snack. The weekly rate for a full day is $599. For more information about pricing and a program overview, visit their website here.
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Slam Dunk Summer Camp
198 Central Ave, White Plains
914.231.4205
Slam Dunk Basketball Camp helps boys and girls in grades three to nine strengthen their basketball knowledge and develop basketball skills. There are five sessions in total, and all are open to county residents and nonresidents. Sessions run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The price per session for Westchester residents is $375 and $400 for nonresidents. Register here.
Steve & Kate’s Camp
293 Benedict Ave, Tarrytown
914.292.0223
Steve & Kate’s Camp in Tarrytown lets campers choose their own activities, giving them the freedom to grow, expand, and evolve. Some activities include coding, sewing, baking, and filming. Parents also reap the benefits of this fantastic camp. Parents can select the camp days and pickup and drop-off hours. Food and tasty snacks are provided, and parents receive a refund for all unused hours at the end of summer. The summer program runs from June 30 to August 29 and will be closed on July 4. Day passes are $144, which include free lunch, snacks, and activities from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Email tarrytown@steveandkate.com for any additional information. Register for the summer program here.
Children’s Hole-in-One Golf Camps
1 Wasylenko Ln, Yonkers
914.231.3490
Campers ages seven to 17 have the chance to hone and develop their golf skills at six Westchester County golf courses this summer. Sessions are $100 per camper for residents and $125 for nonresidents. Session dates vary depending on camp location. For more information about sessions and registration, visit the website here.
HEAT Baseball Summer Camp
914 Saw Mill River Rd, Ardsley
914.231.5439
Ready, set, play ball! In partnership with Westchester County Parks, the HEAT Baseball Summer Camp is open for registration for baseball lovers and campers ages eight to 15. Camp will be held at V.E. Macy Park in Ardsley for week-long baseball instruction, including fielding, pitching, hitting, base running, strength conditioning, game situations, and baseball IQ from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Campers are divided in two age groups: one for ages eight to 11 and the other for ages 12 to 15. There are a total of four summer sessions, with the first one starting June 30 and the last one ending on July 25. Check session availability and enroll here.
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Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center Summer Camp
1271 Hanover St, Yorktown Heights
914.862.5050
For children interested in farms and the outdoors, Hilltop Hanover is the perfect camp for children entering grades pre-k all the way to eighth grade. Campers will be able to spend time in the gardens and engaging in activities like hiking, games, and crafts to deepen their understanding of nature. One-week sessions start Monday, July 28 and run through Friday, August 22 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Half-day sessions are $175 per camper and $350 for full-day sessions; $200 per camper for half-day sessions and $400 for full-day sessions for nonresidents. Register here.
Katonah Art Center
40 Radio Circle, Mt. Kisco
914.232.4843
At the Katonah Art Center, there is a summer camp program for various age groups. There are Art & Imagination Camps for campers ages 3.5 to five, a Kids Camp for grades one to five, and Teen Camps for grades six to 12. The art center provides a warm and welcoming environment with a creative mix of arts and crafts projects, free art play, story time, outdoor playtime, and collaborative art. Campers are encouraged to bring a daily snack. All art camps are one-week sessions with half-day, full-day, and extended day options. Full-day campers should bring lunch with them. For more information on sessions and pricing, visit the website here.
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