Summer Camps in the Seattle Area
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Seattle KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter February 16, 2026
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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!
—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
Find summer programs by subject!
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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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Give your child the ultimate summer adventure at Legacy Horsemanship Camp in Woodinville, WA! Designed for horse-loving kids ages 7 & up, this immersive camp offers a hands-on experience where young riders learn the fundamentals of horsemanship in
a safe, supportive environment. Each day, campers will enjoy a structured hunt seat (English) riding lesson, while also gaining valuable skills in grooming, tacking up, horse care, and more. Beyond the saddle, interactive games and activities make learning fun, from equine anatomy to safety and feeding. With experienced instructors and well-trained lesson horses, this is the perfect camp for building confidence and a love for riding. Weekly sessions run Tuesday – Friday, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM. Learn
more and register today!
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Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s has put kids in charge of their own learning experience. Campers choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, coding, film, sports, and more! As kids try, fail, and learn on their own, they learn to
trust their own judgment, and tackle the challenges of an ever changing world with creativity and confidence.
Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or, buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. If your plans change, we’ll automatically refund any unused days at summer’s end. Lunch, snacks & 8am–6pm included.
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Arena Sports Summer Camp is the perfect way for kids ages 3-12 to stay active, make friends, and have fun all summer long! Led by our dedicated coaches, our camps are packed with a variety of high-energy games and activities that build confidence and
teamwork. At select locations, campers can even enjoy attractions like laser tag and arcade games.
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At Gage Academy of Art, summer is a time to explore, imagine, and grow. Youth Summer Camps for kids 6–11 and teens 12–18 offer a fun, safe, inspiring space to learn new skills, build confidence, and create. Camps are led by experienced teaching artists with
hands-on projects for all levels. In-person and online options available. Full and partial scholarships offered.
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Nature immersion programs for children and families. Our outdoor summer day camps are open to preschool to elementary-aged kids 4-11 and take place weekly at Saint Edward State Park, and Big Finn Hill Park in Kirkland. Through play, exploration and shared
time together, we foster deep and lasting connections to the natural world and to each other. The simple act of being in nature is heart affirming and nourishing, brings meaning to our lives, allows us the opportunity to not only connect to each other but also more deeply to our own selves.
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Born in the spirit of innovation at the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle, the Pacific Science Center (PacSci) has ignited curiosity for more than 60 years. Since its founding as the nation’s first science and technology center, PacSci has worked to expand
access to science, serve as a vital resource for educators, and fuel discovery and experimentation as a vibrant community laboratory. PacSci is an independent, not-for-profit institution that serves nearly 1 million people in the Pacific Northwest and beyond each year. In the summer, PacSci’s Camps for Curious Minds offers over 100 unique camp experiences across multiple locations for kids in grades PreK-8, all summer long! Whether kids want to concoct tasty creations, code video games, or climb
on rocks, we’ve got a camp for them.
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Studio East introduces young people to the performing arts through classes, camps, workshops and live theater performances! When school is out, join Studio East for a Camp Break or Studio Day! Students in grades K-6 learn new skills, make new friends, and
have a great time.
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Founded in 1899, Woodland Park Zoo has sparked delight, discovery and unforgettable memories for generations of Northwest families. People who experience the wonders of the natural world are inspired to protect it. That's why every year we lead more than 1
million people on a journey that inspires a lifelong love of animals, makes science come alive, and gives people the tools to take conservation action. Woodland Park Zoo Camps inspire children to make conservation a priority in their lives by advancing their STEAM skills, building connections to nature, and exploring the animals of our world.
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For nearly a decade, West Seattle Art Nest has grown alongside this vibrant community — from our cozy brick-and-mortar studio north of The Junction to our beloved outdoor Magic Art Tent, where creativity has thrived under open skies.
We’re thrilled to continue this journey in one of West Seattle’s most inspiring natural spaces — Lincoln Park — where art and nature meet in joyful collaboration. Each session blends imagination, exploration, and hands-on artmaking: forest-creature sculptures, nature prints, watercolor landscapes, and more. Children paint, build, and create surrounded by the quiet wonder of towering trees and open air.
Alongside our seasonal camps, Art Nest now offers after-school enrichment at Gatewood Elementary, in collaboration with Ms. Rachel, Gatewood’s art teacher. Together, we bring process-based creativity and joyful mess-making to students twice a week, nurturing connection, confidence, and curiosity through art.
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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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