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 – 2026Doane Stuart School is pleased to welcome children in PreK 3 through Grade 6 to our beautiful campus for Summer Days, a series of eight themed weekly programs designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Running from June 29 through August 31, our camps combine the best of summer fun with daily themed math and reading instruction, helping students stay sharp and avoid the summer slide. With plenty of hands-on activities, outdoor play, and creative exploration, children remain active, excited, and inspired all season long.
Registration is now open at doanestuart.org/summerdays—spaces fill quickly, so don’t delay!
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
SPORTIME
Say “hello” to summer fun! AT SPORTIME, camp is the perfect place to make friends, explore new sports, and spend the day improving your skills in a safe, fun and challenging environment. Our camps also help build character, respect and sportsmanship. It is our belief that children learn best when placed in an environment that is safe, fun and challenging, while enhancing their self-esteem and providing positive social interaction. We offer children the finest in sports programming, with experienced, qualified coaches, counselors and the safest, most attractive facility in the Capital Region.
Albany Rowing Center
Albany Rowing Center's Youth Summer Rowing Camp teaches athletes ages 12-18 about the sport of rowing in a fun and educational setting. Campers learn basic sweep and sculling techniques, water and boat safety, good rowing machine practices, land training, camaraderie, and the importance of teamwork. All while enjoying the Hudson River from a completely new perspective! Camp runs 9am-12pm, M-F, June 22- August 14, $275/session.
