The Best Summer Camps and Activities for Children in the Dallas-Fort Worth

Summer is just around the corner, so it’s time to start planning fun activities to keep the kids engaged and entertained during their break from school.

Fortunately, the Dallas-Fort Worth area offers a diverse range of summer camps and activities. Whether your child is into sports, arts, adventure, or science, there’s a camp that caters to their unique interests and age group.

Here are some of the most popular summer camps and activities in the DFW area:

Dallas Arboretum Summer Camps

The beautiful Dallas Arboretum hosts several week-long day camps focused on nature, science, and the great outdoors. Kids will not only have fun with hands-on activities like gardening, hiking, and arts and crafts but also learn valuable lessons about the environment. Camps are available for ages 5-12 and run from June 3 – August 9.

June 24-28: Imaginature Explorers
July 8-12: Creature Feature
July 15-19: Astronautical
July 29-August 2: Robotany

Cost: $300 per week for non-members. Registration online at Dallas Arboretum website

Crayola Experience Camps

The Crayola Experience in Plano offers creative and imaginative week-long day camps for the artistically inclined child. Kids use Crayola products to sculpt, draw, design crafts, and more. Crayola Experience Summer of Fun activities will run through August. 11, 2024

Registration: www.crayolaexperience.com/plano/

Sky Ranch Summer Camps

Get your kids outdoors and active at Sky Ranch’s overnight and day camps in Van, TX (about 1 hour east of Dallas). They can participate in horseback riding, archery, zip lining, rock climbing, swimming, and more. Overnight camps start at $500 per week, while day camps are $300 per week for ages 6-18. Through August 3.

Registration: www.skyranch.org/camps/

Spark! Summer Camps

The City of Dallas is offering its popular Spark! Day camps at various recreation centers throughout the metroplex. Camps focus on sports, arts, STEM activities, and more for ages 6-12. Residents pay $65/week, and camps run through August 16.

Registration: dallasparks.org/

Other Summer Camps and Day Camps

YMCA Summer Camps: The YMCA offers a variety of summer camps, including traditional day camps, sports camps, and specialty camps focused on activities such as cooking, science, and art.

Kidventure Summer Camp: Outdoor adventure camps with rock climbing, kayaking, and hiking activities. They also have themed camps incorporating art, science, and team-building activities. Prices range from $250 to $400 per week. Register online at the Kidventure website.

Kids Who Care International Theatre Camp: This summer camp is perfect for children interested in performing arts. It offers acting, singing, and dancing training, culminating in a musical theatre production—the International Camp, featuring the Broadway favorite Matilda. Dates: July 15 – August 4 Register online at the Kids Who Care website.

Dallas Cowboys Youth Camps: Young athletes ages 6-16 can participate in Football Camps that focus on fostering teamwork, dedication, and character. There are also Dance Camps that focus on technical skills and the importance of positive self-esteem and strong core values through personalized coaching from the current Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders.

Camp Fort Worth: The Camp Fort Worth program is full of challenging and creative activities for children ages 5 to 13. Through August 2, 2024, Registration for Camp Fort Worth can be done online

No matter your child’s interests, the DFW area has plenty of fun and enriching summer camp options in 2024. Many camps offer early bird discounts, so register soon before spaces fill up! Your kids are sure to have a unique, memorable summer.

With so many options available, you will find the perfect summer camp or activity to keep your child engaged and entertained throughout the summer months.

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