Summer Camps in the Denver Area: Part 1 of 2
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Denver KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter March 17, 2026 - Part 1 |
Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
Here at KidsOutAndAbout.com, we love promoting summer camps as a way for kids to learn, expand their friendship circles, and have fun without the pressure of grades or consequences. Local summer camps have pulled out all the stops to ensure your kids have a great time.
After getting inspired by the camp descriptions below with programs for preschoolers through teens, head over to
our Week by Week Guide to Summer Camps and what's been posted so far for 2026. Bookmark that main portal page to get where you need to go quickly to search by date or subject. New camps are being added constantly, so check back frequently. I hope you enjoy our special-edition camp newsletter,
and that you forward it to your friends who may also be shopping for summer camps. We'll be back with your regularly-scheduled weekly newsletter on Thursday!
Note: So many local camps wanted to participate in this newsletter that we have divided it into Part 1 (for the first half of the alphabet) and Part 2 (second half of the alphabet), which will arrive shortly. —Debra Ross, publisher |
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Summer camps 2026: week by week Week of June 7, 2026 Week of June
14, 2026 Week of June 21, 2026 Week of June 28, 2026 Week of July 5, 2026 Week of July 12, 2026 Week of July 19, 2026 Week of July 26, 2026 Week of August 2, 2026 Week of August 9,
2026 Week of August 16, 2026 Week of August 23, 2026 Week of August 30, 2026 |
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Your child is the hero of a mythic quest in an incredibly fun, award-winning outdoor experience like none other! In small groups of like ages, children ages 6-17 read maps, solve mysteries and riddles, overcome dynamic challenges, and battle using safe,
foam swords. Adventure Quest summer camps are designed to develop teamwork, critical thinking, ethical reasoning, communication, and other skills for social emotional development. With over 30 years of experience and a highly-trained staff, Renaissance Adventures’ camps are a family favorite in Denver, Boulder, Louisville, Longmont, and Superior. We also run exciting birthdays, afterschool programs, as well as day-off and holiday camps year round. Find out more and/or
register: https://www.renaissanceadventures.com/
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Climb, spin, swing, and soar at Aerial Cirque Over Denver’s signature aerial camps - offered at both our Denver and Centennial locations! Camps are open to ages 6–teen and introduce students to 4 aerial apparatuses including silks, trapeze, lyra (hoop), and
sling. Campers are grouped by age and experience, and friend requests are welcomed. Whether brand-new or returning with some experience, every camper learns in a supportive environment led by professionally trained youth aerial coaches.
ACOD is Denver’s only aerial studio safety-recognizedby the American Circus Educators Association, and all camps are designed with safety, progressive skill-building, and confidence at the core. Half-day and full-day options run the first week of June–end of August, and friend requests are welcome. Camps fill fast — secure your spot and get ready to fly!
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artSPARK Summer Camp invites young artists to spend their days exploring, experimenting, and creating in a vibrant studio environment. Campers engage in hands-on art experiences that encourage curiosity, creative problem-solving, and playful discovery
through a wide range of materials and techniques. Each week is designed to inspire imagination while giving kids the freedom to develop their own ideas and artistic voice. Families can choose the location that works best for them, with artSPARK Summer Camp offered at both our Littleton and Arvada studios. Whether it’s painting, building, collage, or mixed media exploration, every day is filled with creativity, collaboration, and the joy of making.
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Explore Rosie’s Discovery Summer Camps at Butterfly Pavilion, where kids ages 5–9 engage with nature, science, and hands-on learning in week-long, full-day camps. These on-site day camps introduce campers to the fascinating world of invertebrates, animals
without backbones such as butterflies, spiders, octopuses, insects, and more, through engaging activities, STEAM-related topics, and exploration of the Pavilion’s exhibits and outdoor gardens. Knowledgeable, enthusiastic counselors inspire curiosity and creativity while children make crafts, play games, and learn how these small but mighty animals play a vital role in healthy ecosystems and everyday life. Invertebrates may often go unnoticed, but they support nearly everything that grows,
blooms, and thrives around us. Space is limited and pre-registration is required, with scholarships available for qualifying families. Give your child a summer full of discovery, learning, and joyful memories at Butterfly Pavilion!
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Camp Galileo invites rising K–8th graders to a summer where innovation and fun unite. Campers dive into hands-on STEAM projects and design challenges, transforming everyday materials into imaginative creations. Grounded in the Galileo Innovation Approach,
our program helps children develop lasting confidence, creative problem-solving skills, and perseverance.
“Excellent camp experience! Well-organized, engaging activities, and caring staff. My child had a blast and came home happy and excited every day. Highly recommend!” - 2025 Family
Weekly sessions, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. camp day with extended care. Enrollments accepted via Bright Horizons. Financial aid available. Use code 26GALKOAA25 to save $25/week. Applicable on future purchases only.
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Ignite your child’s imagination this summer at CB Art Studios! Our diverse camps, including “Famous Artists Week,” “Recycled Art / Maker Week,” and “Fantasy Realms,” offer engaging artistic adventures for ages 5-12. From exploring master artists to crafting
with recycled materials and delving into magical worlds, each camp fosters creativity, builds skills, and encourages free-thinking. Led by passionate instructors, your child will discover new talents and create lasting memories. Enroll today and mention this ad to receive a special gift, making their summer even more extraordinary!
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Celebrate 35 years of the Cherry Creek Arts Festival through bold, wearable art! In this Project Runway–inspired camp led by mixed media fashion artist Lilian Lara, students will work with small design teams to create dramatic looks inspired by past Cherry
Creek Art Festival posters. Using custom fabric printed with iconic festival poster art as patterns, campers will transform two-dimensional artwork into sculptural fashion. Final designs will be featured as a special retrospective installation at the 35th Annual Cherry Creek Art Festival. June 1st- 5th, for campers ages 11-17, scholarships are available!
Register or sign up for a scholarship: https://cherryarts.org/education/art-camp/
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Discover a summer of adventure and learning at Donald E. Scott Colorado Adventure Point (CAP)! Our community adventure education facility offers exciting STEAM & Technology Camps for youth aged 6-12, running from June 1 to August 14. Choose from two
engaging themes: Classic STEAM Week, where campers explore science and engineering through hands-on activities, and Enger Technology Week, which focuses on coding, robotics, and unique digital programs. Both camps are paired with thrilling activities like climbing our wall, hitting the archery range, playing in the gaga ball pit, and more. CAP’s camps are the perfect blend of education, fun, and adventure. Don’t miss out—register today!
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Creator Camp is launching in the Mile High City for the very first time this Summer 2026! Our Shark Tank-featured summer programs are coming to Denver to help kids master the world of digital media. From filmmaking and animation to coding and YouTube
production, we offer a diverse range of creative tracks. Our camps emphasize collaboration and real-world skills using professional-grade software. Whether your child is a budding director or a future game developer, our Denver camps provide the tools and inspiration they need to succeed. Join us for this inaugural summer and see why Creator Camp is the ultimate destination for young creators!
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Curious Jane summer camps invite kids who love to make, create, and explore their own ideas. Each week centers on hands-on projects that foster creativity, problem-solving, and pride in accomplishment. Popular themes include Soft Toy Studio, Kitchen
Chemistry, Mini Pets, Magic Academy, and Spies in Disguise. For Summer 2026, camps will be offered at the Montessori School of Denver for rising 1st–6th graders and at Aspen Academy for rising kindergarten–6th graders, each with a Counselor-in-Training program for rising 7th–9th graders. Full-day sessions run 8:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with select half-day options. Curious Jane nurtures curiosity, confidence, and creativity in a fun, supportive environment.
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At Dream BIG Day Camp, we run our camps with emotional intelligence, teaching life through camp. We don’t just throw out a bunch of balls and say, “GO.” There is a process: a beginning, a middle, and an end. There are take-a-ways and instructional
moments in activities. We stress winning graciously, losing with dignity, accepting differences, and managing projects that push comfort zones. Campers are ages 4 through teens. We have a hiking program, chickens and goats, and run specialty camps in baseball, basketball, boy’s lacrosse, soccer, and cooking! Dates, rates, and details for Summer 2026: https://dreambigdaycamp.com/
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Train as a Jedi Knight and learn about the Olympic sport of fencing with the Fencing Academy of Denver this summer! Choose a half-day (Fencing or Jedi) or full-day (Combo) week-long camp session. Our fencing camp is designed for participants of
all skill levels. Beginner fencers will understand the fundamentals of fencing after one week of practice. Campers will learn the history of fencing, footwork, and blade work. Jedi trainees will learn how to use lightsabers in theatrical fighting, play games to develop their strength and agility, learn Jedi lore and history, and prepare for a massive battle.
Ages 8-18. All equipment provided. CLICK HERE for dates and info.
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Give your child a passport to fun at ISDenver Summer Programs! Located in Denver's Lowry neighborhood, we offer world-class camps for ages 3-14 in English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish—no prior language experience required. From STEM and robotics to global
cooking and trapeze, our weekly sessions feature exciting international themes and off-campus adventures. With lunch included and flexible after-care available until 5:30 PM, we make summer easy for parents and unforgettable for campers. Whether they are "Global Explorers" or future engineers, ISDenver speaks your language! Explore our 2026 schedule and secure your child's spot today—an unforgettable global adventure awaits!
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Summer at Kent Denver offers over 120 amazing camps for children ages 4-18 in the arts, athletics, our Tiny Farm Day Camp, academics, innovation and technology. With the help of talented, dedicated educators, campers can explore their passions and unlock
their creativity—building and designing cool projects in our school’s world-class makerspaces. In our So You Want to Be…academic series led by Kent Denver’s excellent teachers, students can also dive deeper into unique career fields like marine biology, forensic science, entrepreneurship and more!
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The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of
entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best
experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech!
Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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Look in your email NOW for Part 2 of our 2026 camp newsletter for the second half of the alphabet! And think about forwarding these to your friends who might be searching for camp options for their kids. Thank you for being a reader of KidsOutAndAbout.com! Your regularly scheduled weekly newsletter will arrive this Thursday. —Deb |
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