Summer Camps in the Vancouver Area
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Vancouver KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter March 17, 2026 |
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 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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Get inspired this summer with some of the best arts educators in the province at our state-of-the-art Granville Island (GI) hub and Surrey Centre location.
Choose from morning, afternoon, and full-day programs. Lunch supervision is also available for students aged 6 to 12 enrolled in full-day programs and available as an add-on for half-day programs.
Summer Session is generously supported by Ronald and Janet Stern.
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Every summer, kids and teens take to the iconic Bard stages and make a Shakespeare play their own, coached by theatre professionals.
At Bard Summer Camps, your kid will be part of a vibrant and playful community where they can express their full creative selves. Whether your kid has the “theatre bug”, a love for language, or enjoys captivating their friends with a good story, these camps will encourage their impulses to connect with others and shine.
Registration includes a pair of complimentary tickets for the participant + a guest to attend a BMO Mainstage production at our Festival.
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Where summer fun meets big ideas, creativity, and STEM adventures!
At BrainSTEM Learning®, we believe summer should be filled with curiosity, creativity, and hands-on discovery. Our Summer STEM Camps give kids ages 4–6 and 7–14 a fun and engaging way to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math while making friends, building confidence, and enjoying their summer break.
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Experience the wonders of sleep-away camp while receiving professional Musical Theatre training. Camp Cue is a co-ed experience for campers 10-12 and 13-18 years of age who have a passion for musical theatre and want to experience an exciting 3 or 6-night
sleep-away camp with other campers who share a common interest!
We welcome all levels of experience!
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At Camp Qwanoes, you never know what adventures are just around the corner.
Come on and jump right in. A world of friendship and discovery awaits! From the SkyScraper to Qwanoes Beach, and singing campfire songs at Fireside to a great breakfast, you never know what’s next. Every day is packed with excitement, laughter, and moments that turn into lifelong memories. Whether you’re soaring down the Super Slide at the Aqua Park, tackling a new challenge on the Challenge Course, or enjoying a quiet moment with friends under the
stars, there’s something here for everyone.
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Join our action-packed Hockey Development Camp, where you’ll master power skating, battle drills, shooting, and stickhandling with top-notch coaches. Elevate your game through intense, fun-filled sessions designed to enhance your skills and confidence on
the ice. Cap off the experience with an exhilarating Skills Competition, showcasing your progress and competing for glory!
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Unleash your child’s creativity this summer at Gateway Academy! Whether they are a seasoned performer or stepping onto the stage for the first time, our Acting and Musical Theatre camps offer a safe, welcoming space for beginners to explore. Taught by
industry professionals inside our professional theatre, students will dive into musical numbers or discover the craft of acting on stage and on camera. It’s the perfect place to build confidence, make new friends, and try something new in a supportive environment. From iconic shows to on-camera techniques, give your child an unforgettable summer in the spotlight. Register today and let the magic begin at Gateway!
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Vancouver Aquarium AquaCamps offer your children 5 to 12 years of age a fun and educational experience while offering opportunities to make friends for a lifetime. Our 5 day camps are filled with hands-on activities, animal observations, crafts and
time to run around outside to fully engage your children in an environment that encourages active learning. Children will learn about local and exotic animals, life cycles, food webs, adaptations, ecosystems and sustainability.
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Are you looking for a completely different experience this summer? We offer excitement, fun, fresh air, and learning lots of new skills. Our camps are a great place for your kids to make new friends! Places are limited to 10 children per camp and each
camp has two instructors. Make this summer an unforgettable one for your child.
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Throughout July, Mulgrave School offers week-long day camps for students entering preschool (4 year olds) to Grade 12. The programme provides fun, enriching experiences in the arts (visual, film, theatre, dance), athletics (basketball, climbing), outdoor
education, academics, STEM and robotics, 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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