Register your Kids for Summer, Day, or a Specialty Camp in Manhattan

You're sure to find the right summer camp for your child in Manhattan.

By Directories Editor - Featured October 1, 2025

For summer camps in Manhattan, check out everything from nature to academic camps for kids. Find the prefect camp here.

For many children, going to summer camp is a rite of passage. Camp is the perfect place for boys and girls to make friends, discover new interests, and find their independence. While the experience is fun for the children, it can be overwhelming for the parents. Unsure where to start? We've rounded up some of the best summer camps in Manhattan. From sleepaway to day camps, this list includes specialty camps that range from STEM and STEAM, sports, art, and academic enrichment to dance, music, and theater to special needs and camps for older kids. Give your child the opportunity to make memories that'll last a lifetime. Explore our list of summer camps throughout Manhattan to find the best camp for your child. Whether you're on the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Chelsea, Greenwich Village, Tribeca, Meatpacking District, Hell's Kitchen, Financial District, Battery Park, or Harlem, there's a camp perfect for your family. Register for day and summer camps online today!

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Academic Enrichment Camps

CHINA INSTITUTE'S IMMERSIVE SUMMER PROGRAM
40 Rector St., 2nd floor, Financial District, Manhattan
212-744-8181 x143
Email [email protected]

Your child will discover Chinese language and culture like never before at China Institute's Immersive Mandarin Summer Program! Participants 2-14 experience a flexible, six-week, immersive, virtual "tour" to 11 Chinese cities! In addition to language learning (from beginner to expert), campers enjoy activities like calligraphy, Chinese sports, theater, and cooking.

COLLINA ITALIANA
1556 Third Ave., Suite 602-603 ( between 87th and 88th Street) , Upper East Side, Manhattan
212-427-7770
Email [email protected]

Summer campat Collina Italiana is a fun, immersive experience for kids of all language competency levels. Starting June 7, children (ages 3-10) learn about all things Italian through games, music, and dance. Kids age six and older learn writing and reading, as well as the basics of Italian grammar!

DEBATE CAMP
45 East 75th Street, New York
888-512-8154
Email [email protected]

At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others. Debate Camp specializes in parliamentary debate, impromptu and prepared public speaking. We ensure that all program areas are highly interactive and suited to a variety of age groups (grades 5 to 10) and multiple ability levels.

GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN
74 Warren St., Tribeca, Manhattan
646-869-1152
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German School Manhattan is the first international German-English kindergarten and bilingual lower school in Manhattan. GSM offers a re-imagined, child-centric curriculum that encompasses German and New York educational standards. Our small classes provide a joyful learning environment to encourage and shape future global citizens. Summer camp and after-school are also offered.

LEAPUP LEARNING MANDARIN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
1751 2nd Ave., between 91st and 92nd Street , Upper East Side, Manhattan
646-870-0560
Email [email protected]

The Camp is designed for children ages 4-12. Weekly enrollment with full-day and half-day options available from June 28-Aug. 20. Indoor and outdoor activities include language lessons, arts, music, theater, and science experiments. We offer a true immersive language environment with teacher-to-student ratio of 1-to-4. All language levels are welcome.

Art Camps

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS
536 LaGuardia Place, New York
212-358-6133
Email [email protected]

Summer Programs give curious kids an opportunity to dive into an architectural topic of interest and test out their own design ideas. Each program explores a different theme through art and building activities, design challenges, guided investigations of architectural examples, and special site visits.

Camps for Older Kids

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS
536 LaGuardia Place, New York
212-358-6133
Email [email protected]

Dance Camps

BALLET ACADEMY EAST
1651 Third Ave., New York
212-410-9140

Ballet Academy East's Summerdance is a fun-filled summer program for ages 3-6. Designed to foster imagination and inspire a love of the arts, the curriculum includes dance, art, musical theater, origami, and more! Customize your own schedule! Enroll weekly, monthly, or for the full eight-week session.

Day Camps

GATE HILL DAY CAMP
750 Gate Hill Road, Stony Point
845-947-3223

Discover the ultimate day camp experience for campers ages 3-15! Our unique, state of the art facility offers 33 acres of outdoor adventure, authentic athletic fields and courts, an array of creative & performing art activities and a heated, 4 pool complex that is home to our proven learn-to-swim program.

92NY CAMPS
Rockland County, Orangeburg, NY 10962, Orangeburg
212.415.5573
Email [email protected]

From New York City’s Upper East Side to our beautiful Rockland County campgrounds and beyond, our summer experiences provide kids and teens of all ages with unlimited opportunities to learn, grow — and have fun. Traditional day camps, summer intensives, for one week or the whole summer. Sign up today!

ALCOTT SCHOOL
535 Broadway, Dobbs Ferry
914-693-4443
27 Crane Road, Scarsdale
914-472-4404

Alcott School provides children ages 2-5 a supportive, multicultural, nurturing environment to set a foundation for higher learning. Both sites offer developmentally appropriate curriculum with Montessori materials and additional enrichment programs such as music, nature and Spanish.

ASPHALT GREEN SUMMER DAY CAMP
Upper East Side and Battery Park City,
212-298-7900
Upper East Side, 555 E. 90th St.
212-298-7900
Battery Park City
212 North End Ave. (at Murray Street)
212-298-2900

Email [email protected]

Asphalt Green Summer Day Camp builds character, confidence, and community in a safe environment. We reimagined summer fun with social distancing measures in place. Children ages 4-15 express themselves through swim, sports, arts, and innovative programming. Register today.

CAMP SETTOGA
127 Call Hollow Road, Pomona
646-505-4430
Camp Settoga
646-505-4430

Camp Settoga is a day camp located in Pomona, NY for ages 4-12 that combines traditional summer camp experiences with Jewish values, and a dynamic variety of programming. Transportation, towel service, lunch, and snack are included. Visit our website to learn more about our Covid-19 plans and health and safety procedures.

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS
536 LaGuardia Place, New York
212-358-6133
Email [email protected]

DEBATE CAMP
45 East 75th Street, New York
888-512-8154
Email [email protected]

PUBLIC SPEAKING DEBATE AND GLOBAL AWARENESS- - coveted skills in a camp-like environment! At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others. Debate Camp specializes in parliamentary debate, impromptu and prepared public speaking. We ensure that all program areas are highly interactive and suited to a variety of age groups (grades 5 to 10) and multiple ability levels.

DWIGHT SUMMER CAMP
18 W. 89th St. , Upper West Side
212.724.6360 ext. 267

We offer creative, athletic, and action-packed activities and adventures for kids ages 4-12! Campers can also focus on one specialty in our Spark Camps-and mix and match weeks! With indoor swim instruction, great trips, and theme days, the fun never ends.

GREEN IVY SUMMER CAMP AT BATTERY PARK MONTESSORI
21 South End Ave., Battery Park City
212-235-2320
Email [email protected]

Green Ivy Summer Camp at Battery Park Montessori provides a warm and enriching summer camp experience for children ages 2-4. Guided by current best practices for early childhood development and education, we provide a playful, engaging, and safe first camp experience for your child.

MANHATTAN FENCING YOUTH CAMP
15 West 37th Street, 2nd Floor, New York
212-382-2255
Email [email protected]

Manhattan Fencing Center's world-renowned instructors teach all aspects and levels of fencing, from basic beginner skills to techniques used at the highest level of international competition.

OASIS SUMMER DAY CAMPS IN MANHATTAN
Oasis Summer Day Camps in Manhattan
Oasis in Central Park
795 Columbus Ave.
646-698-1800
Avital Lazar, director
oasischildren.com
[email protected]

Oasis in Downtown-PS 110
285 Delancey St.
649-519-5058
Stacey Soto, director
[email protected]
oasischildren.com

Oasis Day Camp prides itself on age-appropriate programming for ages 3-15. Early Start (ages 3-5) is a nurturing camp environment. Lower (first-second grade) offers sports, arts, swim, enrichment, and nature. Upper (third-sixth grades) is bigger and better for older campers. Teen Travel (seventh-ninth grades) offers unique trips, overnights, and friendships.

RODEPH SHOLOM SCHOOL DAY CAMP
10 W. 84th St.,
646-438-8688
Email [email protected]

Rodeph Sholom School Day Camp is devoted to celebrating the joys of childhood with campers age 3-fourth graders. They are dedicated to providing a memorable, safe, fun summer. Through both choice and scheduled activities, children pursue passions and gain new experiences. The age-appropriate environment creates a strong community celebrating individuality.

STEVE & KATE’S CAMP
Upper East Side Location
312 E. 95th St.
347-788-3774
https://steveandkatescamp.com/manhattan-upper-east-side/
[email protected]

Upper West Side Location
1 W. 88th St.
646-902-6575
https://steveandkatescamp.com/manhattan-upper-west-side/
[email protected]

Brooklyn Location
185 Court St., Brooklyn
347-768-8865
https://steveandkatescamp.com/brooklyn-cobble-hill/
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East Village Location
215 E. 6th St.
347-227-0080
https://steveandkatescamp.com/manhattan-east-village/
[email protected]

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At Steve & Kates Camp, kids take chances and take charge, shaping their day, their way. More choices and fewer expectations create more possibilities, more self-trust, and less self-doubt. Lunch and snacks are included daily, and any unused Day Passes will be automatically refunded in full at the end of summer.

TRINITY SCHOOL
139 West 91st Street, New York, NY 10024,
(212) 932-6849
Email [email protected]

Come join us for another summer of fun, exploration and discovery. Our campers get to engage with each other in the following activities: Swimming, Golf, Chess, Lego Robotics, Art, Dance, Multisports and Storytelling (subject to change)…and of course, ice cream or ices every day!

WEST MOUNTAIN OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMPS
59 West Mountain Road, Queensbury, NY
518-636-3699
Email [email protected]

West Mountain’s wildly popular Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps take place in the scenic foothills of the Adirondack Mountains. At camp, kids explore the great outdoors with our amazing staff and adventure guides as they engage in activities including hiking, climbing, and organized games and activities that will strengthen their bodies and minds.

YMCA OF GREATER NEW YORK
5 West 63rd Street, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10023

50+ camp locations across all 5 boroughs!

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Registration is now open for all YMCA Summer Day Camps, at dozens of convenient locations throughout all five boroughs. The Y offers camps for every child, offering everything from sports to STEAM. Swimming is available at most camps, and the Y works with each camper to strengthen their swimming ability during their time at camp.

Music Camps

BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL OF MUSIC
323 W. 108th St., Upper West Side
212-663-6021 Virtual Office: 201-578-4289
Email [email protected]

Bloomingdale is excited to welcome the return of in-person instruction, offering blended learning options in our historic brownstone July 5 to Aug. 29, 2021! Offerings include fun and interactive early childhood classes, flexible private lesson packages, beginner music theory, ensembles, and four weeklong immersive workshops!

IPIANOLAB
224 E. 95th St., Upper East Side,
347-816-5193
Email [email protected]

iPianoLab Keyboard Camps are the fresh, fun way to learn piano or keyboard. Campers can attend in-person or online. No boring drills or baby songs; iPianoLab students learn the keyboard basics while learning songs they love! Recitals, cool learning games, and great tunes make learning fun!

Science & STEM Camps

BOSTON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
396 Washington Street Suite 117 Wellesley, MA 02481,
781-431-2514

Take part in our award-winning summer STEM teen academic programs. One- week programs allow students with limited free time the opportunity to dive into a unique STEM subject. Three-week research programs offer an exclusive opportunity for high school students to study at an advanced level. Topics includeBiology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, STEM Entrepreneurship, and more.

CENTER FOR ARCHITECTURE SUMMER PROGRAMS
536 LaGuardia Place, New York
212-358-6133
Email [email protected]

LAUNCH MATH + SCIENCE CENTERS
Multiple Manhattan locations: Upper West Side, and Tribeca, New York
212-600-1010
Email [email protected]

Launch Math + Science Centers offer exciting in-person and virtual one-week STEM summer camps for kids from kindergarten-seventh grade. Campers discover the magic of chemistry, explore the allure of faraway lands, think like detectives and that's just the beginning! Launch camps feature small groups with locations in Tribeca and the UWS.

Sleepaway Camps

BOSTON LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
396 Washington Street Suite 117 Wellesley, MA 02481,
781-431-2514

Take part in our award-winning summer STEM teen academic programs. One-week programs allow students with limited free time the opportunity to dive into a unique STEM subject. Three-week research programs offer an exclusive opportunity for high school students to study at an advanced level. Topics include Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, STEM Entrepreneurship, and more.

CAMP CLIO
Held at YMCA Camp Jewell 6 Prock Hill Road, Colebrook, CT,
984-439-2308

Camp Clio offers a unique experience for adopted children, ages 9-14 (15-16 are in the LIT/CIT Program). Our two-week program Aug. 8-21 will celebrate its tenth summer at YMCA Camp Jewell. Camp Clio campers and counselors share the intimacy and safety of being in cabins with only other adopted campers.

CAMP REECE
1782 Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg
212-289-4732
Email [email protected]

Camp Reece is a sleep-away camp for special needs children ages 10-17. Located in Saratoga Springs with transportation from NYC and Westchester County. We have weekly adventure trips along with a wide range of activities designed to engage campers while teaching skills, building confidence, improving self-esteem, encouraging social-emotional growth, and having fun!

DEBATE CAMP
45 East 75th Street, New York
888-512-8154
Email [email protected]

255 Maine St., Brunswick, Maine, ph: 888-512-8154; email: [email protected] At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others.

DOROTHY P. FLINT 4-H CAMP
3186 Sound Ave., Riverhead
516-832-2591 x11
Email [email protected]

Dorothy P. Flint 4-H Camp in Riverhead is a coed, recreational, and educational weeklong sleep-away and day camp. With eight sessions to choose from, June 28-Aug. 21. We are located on 140-acres of woodland, beachfront, and our very own farmland. Programing designed specifically for all types of youth and their interests.

THE GLENHOLME SCHOOL — DEVEREUX ADVANCED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
81 Sabbaday Lane, Washington
860-868-7377

A unique six-week sleepaway program for children from ages 10-21 with special needs from July 12-August 20. Combines in-person morning academics with therapeutic recreational activities in the afternoon for youngsters with Aspergers, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism, ADHD, OCD, Tourettes, depression, anxiety, and learning differences.

POK-O-MACCREADY CAMPS
Located in New York’s Adirondack Mountains,
518-963-7656
Brian DeGroat,
director of Admissions and Recruiting

Email [email protected]

Pok-O-MacCready empowers campers to develop to their fullest potential by building a supportive atmosphere whichfostersindependence, lifelong friendships, appreciation of the natural world, and the embraceof challenges. Our coed, screen-free program is offered to ages 6-16, with session lengths of two to seven weeks. Financial aid available.

Special Needs Camps

CAMP REECE
1782 Johnsburg Road, Johnsburg
212-289-4732
Email [email protected]

CHATTY CHILD SPEECH, OCCUPATIONAL, AND PHYSICAL THERAPY, PLLC
325 Broadway, suite 403, Tribeca
347-491-4451
Email [email protected]

Chatty Child is a unique, personalized pediatric therapeutic center in downtown Manhattan. We provide in-person and remote options for speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy. We offer evaluations, individual treatment, socialization groups, tutoring classes, and creative arts enrichment programming - InterAct: Theatre and Therapy Lab (summer workshops and yearly classes).

THE GLENHOLME SCHOOL — DEVEREUX ADVANCED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
81 Sabbaday Lane, Washington
860-868-7377

A unique six-week sleepaway program for children from ages 10-21 with special needs from July 12-August 20. Combines in-person morning academics with therapeutic recreational activities in the afternoon for youngsters with Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorder, High Functioning Autism, ADHD, OCD, Tourette’s, depression, anxiety, and learning differences.

Sports Camps

AVIATOR SPORTS SUMMER CAMP
3159 Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn
718-758-7510
Email [email protected]

Website

Aviator Sports Summer Day Camp offers five daily rotating activities including swimming, ice skating, gymnastics, rock climbing, and more in our 175,000 sf facility, 35-acre outdoor area. Summer camp runs from 9 am-5 pm. Early drop-off, late stay, and bus transportation available. Lunch and an afternoon snack are included.

NEW ROCHELLE RACQUET CLUB
130 Rhodes Street , New Rochelle
914-636-1019
Email [email protected]

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Founded in 1974, the New Rochelle Racquet Club continues to be a leading indoor tennis facility in the Westchester community. Known for its outstanding programs for both children and adults, they are focused on enhancing and nurturing your tennis game through a logical progression, providing structured programs that are driven by love and passion for the game.

MANHATTAN FENCING YOUTH CAMP
15 West 37th Street, 2nd Floor, New York
212-382-2255
Email [email protected]

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The Manhattan Fencing fun and exciting summer day camps consist of fencing games, footwork, conditioning, and development of proper etiquette, skills, and technique. Campers learn fencing fun facts and touch upon sports psychology and team competition. In addition to fencing, camps offer add-on options of chess and dance (jazz, hip hop, ballet) which help develop the mental game and footwork needed to foil your opponent on and off the strip. Equipment is included in all camps.

BILLIE JEAN KING NATIONAL TENNIS CENTER
Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, Flushing

The Billie Jean National Tennis Center offers year-round programs: daytime, after-school, and weekend, as well as fun-filled summer day camps with multi-sport activities for all ages and levels. Campers work on tennis techniques, tactics, multi-sport conditioning, and strategy. Enrollment available at ntc.usta.com.

CHELSEA PIERS SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT COMPLEX
West 23rd Street and Hudson River Park, Manhattan
Field House Registration Desk: 212-336-6500 x6520 Camps: 212-336-6846

Your summer destination for sports, safety, and fun! With a wide range of sports camps to choose from, children ages 4-16 are able to pursue their passions and fuel their athletic potential. Flexible, worry-free enrollment. Join us for a week or the entire summer.

MARTIAL ARTS FAMILY STUDIO
290 Mulberry St., Soho, New York
646-335-5034
Email [email protected]

Summer Camp for children ages 6-12, specifically designed to accelerate the process of achieving a yellow belt within four weeks of intense training. Your child will begin their Taekwondo journey with a solid foundation and understanding of the art while having lots of fun. Became a martial artist this summer!

RIVERSIDE PARK CONSERVANCY
475 Riverside Drive, suite 455, New York
212-870-3074
Email [email protected]

A week-to-week camp running June 7-Aug. 27 that offers the choice of several sports in Riverside Park, enjoying the outdoors from 9am-3:3pm, with extended day options. The camp is geared to provide fun healthy training, and knowledge of the respective sport a family might choose, from experienced coaches and staff.

SUPER SOCCER STARS X PRO SOCCER KIDS
Over 80 locations across NYC, LI, and Westchester,
606 Columbus Ave. at 89th St., Manhattan, 212-877-7171

55 Front St., suite 7, Rockville Centre, 516-740-7171

Email [email protected]

Soccer Stars is NY's No. 1 Youth Soccer Program for 20 years. Highly trained, certified coaches lead small group classes, highlighting teamwork and individual attention, following safety guidelines. More than 50 locations. Weekly classes, half/full day camps, and private sessions anywhere-FUNdamentals or Advanced Training. Ages 2-12 and older. Save $20 Code: NYMPSUM21.

USC GYMNASTICS & BASEBALL TRAINING FACILITY
636 S. Broadway, Yonkers
914-965-2619
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USC Summer Sports camp offers a summer of fun-filled sports activities for kids ages 5.5-13. Instructional activity options include recreational gymnastics and baseball activities, soccer, hip-hop dance, arts and crafts, daily outdoor activities, weekly field trips to local parks, and board games.

Theater & Performing Arts Camps

ATLANTIC ACTING SCHOOL
76 Ninth Ave., suite 313, Chelsea
646-216-1187
Email [email protected]

Actors (ages 4-18) spend their summer days playing, creating, and forming lifelong friendships, all from the comfort and safety of home! In addition to creating characters and scripts, students may produce their own work! Camps include musical theater, improv, scene study, and film. All are rooted in our acting technique.

CHATTY CHILD SPEECH, OCCUPATIONAL, AND PHYSICAL THERAPY, PLLC
325 Broadway, suite 403, Tribeca
347-491-4451
Email [email protected]

IMAGINE WORKS YOUTH THEATRE
115 MacDougal St.,
347-878-3813
Email [email protected]

Camp Imagine is a summer theatre intensive for tweens-teens, July 5-23 at the Off-Broadway Players Theatre. Final performances of a Broadway musical are produced on their professional stage, July 23, 7pm and July 24, 2pm.Great for beginning or experienced young performers with small class sizes in voice, drama, and dance.

LITTLE STARS THEATRE CLASSES AT MARTIAL ARTS FAMILY STUDIO
290 Mulberry St. , Soho, Manhattan
646-335-5034

Taught by NYC actors, children (ages 5-8) will cultivate the technical and emotional skills needed to excel in musical theatre performance. Each week works to showcase a number from a different Broadway musical. Your child will find their confidence and charisma and have their big moment in the spotlight!

PLAY ON! STUDIOS
Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew, 263 W. 86th St., Upper West Side
347-709-4149
Email [email protected]

Play On! Studios offers drama camps and classes on the Upper West Side for kids in grades Pre-K-8. Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games!

TADA! YOUTH THEATER
15 W. 28th St. (at Broadway) 3rd floor, New York
212-252-1619 x4

TADA! offers weeklong musical theater summer camps in Flatiron and UWS for ages 4-5, 6-8, and 9-12. Students use a fun show title as a jumping off point to co-create an original musical. Watch their confidence grow as they work with new friends to perform a musical of their own!

TREEHOUSE SHAKERS
Radio City Station P.O. Box 186 Manhattan,
Email [email protected]

Treehouse Shakers, an awarded arts company, elevates experiences while building community. Our Playwriting Camp, ages 10-14, nurtures aspiring young writers to create an original play, which culminates with a performance. Branching Out: LGBTQIA+ Book Group, ages 11-14, is a brave space to explore identities that are often overlooked in literature.