Day Camps in New York's Capital District - Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga
Where to send kids for general day camps in the Albany-Schenectady-Troy region
The following are camps that have elected to be featured on this page, and below it are additional camps of which we at KidsOutAndAbout.com are aware. Know of more? Let us know!
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Doane Stuart School
Summer Days @ Doane Stuart – 2025Doane Stuart is thrilled to invite students from PreK 3 through 8th grade to our campus for eight weeks of fun and learning this summer! From June 30th to August 22nd, our engaging programs offer the perfect balance of summer fun and individualized instruction, ensuring kids stay active, inspired, and excited all season long. Registration opens in February – we can’t wait to welcome your child to campus for an unforgettable summer experience!
JMU 4 Kids Summer Camps
This will be JMU 4 Kids’ 20th summer providing a safe, secure, fun, and enriching experience for the kids; and a convenient, affordable, reassuring option for their parents.
JMU 4 Kids offers a variety of summer camps at four Capital District locations: Saint Gregory’s (Loudonville, NY), All Saints Academy (Albany, NY), Mater Christi (Albany, NY), and our newest location: St. Pius X (Loudonville, NY).
Our camps include Day Camp, Sports Camp, Performing Arts Camp, Sports & Fitness, Science Camp, Laser Quest, and Ninja Xtreme.
Visit our website at jmu4kids.com for more information, camp descriptions, and our online registration form (registration for summer camp opens on March 23rd).
Planet Parker
Planet Parker is an outgrowth of our interdisciplinary and progressive project-based school program. Utilizing our unique 77 acres campus, students are engaged in experiential investigations and discovery that ignites curiosity, and cultivates confidence and compassion. For ages 3-13 year olds including; Robotics, Ukulele, Gardening, Survival, Cooking, Theater, and more!
Go to our website for details.
Questions? Email PlanetParker@parkerschool.org
VDO Gaming & eSports Education
Esports Summer Camp: Ignite Your Passion for Gaming & LearningImmerse your child in a dynamic summer experience that blends the thrill of esports with the power of STEM learning. Our camp offers a unique blend of competitive gaming, hands-on projects, and engaging workshops designed to foster creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork.
Join us at VDO Gaming & eSports Education for an action-packed summer camp designed for gamers and esports enthusiasts ages 9 to 14. Our program combines fun, education and skill-building in an immersive gaming environment.
Beyond the Games, our program will work on Teamwork & Communication. Sportsmanship & Ethical, Gaming Enhanced Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills, Improved Communication & Collaboration Abilities, Increased Confidence & Self-Esteem, Exposure to Emerging Technologies & Career Paths.
Join us for an unforgettable summer of learning, growth, and gaming!
Summer Camp at The Albany Academies
The Albany Academies offer a number of camps for children entering Kindergarten through Grade Twelve. Please see our website for more information about our highly popular LEAP Camp (campers choose a morning block and afternoon block schedule for the week), Little Leap, Jr Leap, Classic Day Camp, Theater Camps, Science Academy-Robotics & 3D Printing, Immersion Chinese and Adventures in Art! Join us for a week, two-week session or the whole summer! All camps include lunch and snack.
Contact-Karin Epstein, Director of Summer Programs 518-429-2332, epsteink@albanyacademies.org
World Awareness Children's Museum Summer Camp!
Register today for Summer Camp at the World Awareness Children's Museum, located at 89 Warren Street in scenic Glens Falls, NY! Our camp programs offer a variety of fun and creative activities for children to enjoy, all while exploring the world and our own community. With 4 different sessions in August - "Potion Playtime Camp" (kids Pre-K to 2nd), "Global Groove Camp" (kids 3rd grade to 6th grade), "Rocket Ready Camp" (kids Pre-K to 2nd), and "Urban Explorer Camp" (kids 3rd grade to 6th grade) - there's something for everyone.
Visit worldchildrenmuseum.org or wacm.ticketleap.com to learn more or register.
