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Camps in Austin

Spring break, summer and holiday camps for Austin kids, sorted so the next registration deadline is always on top.

Camps in Austin

Photo: YMCA of Austin (official website)

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Care options for the days school is out, plus year-round help.

Thanksgiving breakNov 23–27, 2026 (all 8 districts in school_breaks.json)(3)

Crenshaw's Thanksgiving, Winter & Spring Break Camps

Covers a full workday
Nov 23–24, 2026K–5th grade$1608am–5pm; bring a sack lunch5000 Fairview Dr (Central Austin, 78731)

8am–5pm (stated)

Covers a standard workday with a 9-hour window. Thanksgiving camp runs Nov 23–24 only. Bring a sack lunch.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Zach Theatre Break Camps

Thanksgiving camp Mon Nov 23 – Wed Nov 25, 2026; summer 2027 not postedGrades K–5 (Thanksgiving camp)See registration pageHours not postedZach Downtown (1510 Toomey Rd) and Zach North (14010 US-183 #540, Cedar Park)

Hours not posted

Thanksgiving camp Nov 23–25. Confirm the daily hours before counting on it for a workday.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Austin Bouldering Project School Holiday Adventure Days

Covers a full workday
Single days on school holidays (see schedule)4–14See booking page9:00am–3:30pmABP Austin gyms

9:00am–3:30pm (stated)

Shorter than a workday, so plan pickup coverage. Confirm which holidays are offered.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Winter breakMost districts Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027. Eanes ISD through Jan 4; Lake Travis ISD Dec 18 – Jan 5; Hays CISD and Manor ISD also off Jan 4–5.(5)

Crenshaw's Thanksgiving, Winter & Spring Break Camps

Covers a full workday
Week 1 Dec 21–23; week 2 Dec 28–30, 2026K–5th grade$240 per week8am–5pm; bring a sack lunch5000 Fairview Dr (Central Austin, 78731)

8am–5pm (stated)

Winter week 1 is Dec 21–23, week 2 Dec 28–30.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Austin Playhouse Winter & Summer Theatre Camps

Covers a full workday
Winter camp Dec 21–23, 2026 (1, 2 or 3 days)6–12 (winter camp)Winter camp $75/day; summer: Imaginators $305/wk, Playhouse Players $315/wkFrom 8:30am; 8am drop-off and 5pm pick-up for select campsAustin Playhouse Arts Center, 405 W 22nd St

From 8:30am; 8am drop-off and 5pm pick-up for select camps (stated)

Winter camp is Dec 21–23 at $75/day.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Chaparral Ice Camps (Camp Avalanche & Camp de Champs)

Covers a full workday
Summer page lists 10 weeks (6/01–8/07), probably the 2026 schedule; winter and holiday camps also offered6–14Lunch $8/day; tuition on booking page8am–6pmChaparral Ice Northcross, 2525 W Anderson Ln

8am–6pm (stated)

A 10-hour window. Winter and holiday camps are offered; confirm the winter dates.

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Checked 2026-10-27

YMCA of Austin Summer Day Camps

Summer 2027: June 1 – Aug 13, 2027 (no camp Memorial Day)5–12 (full day); 3–12 (half day)2026 rates (Early Bird locks these in): full day at Y branches $340/wk member, $365 guest; at partner sites $310 / $335; half day (Mon–Thu) $145 / $170; before/after care $25/wkFull day; before/after care availableMany YMCA branches and partner school sites across Austin

Break-camp hours not captured

The YMCA lists winter break camp. Confirm the hours and the before- and after-care for the break weeks.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Austin Nature & Science Center Break Camps

Fall and winter break 2026 camps: registration opened Oct 1, 2026. Spring break and summer 2027: "check back later" per the city.Elementary ages (see each camp)Summer 2026 ANSC camps $225/wk resident, $300 non-residentHours not postedAustin Nature & Science Center, 2389 Stratford Dr (Zilker)

Hours not posted

Fall and winter 2026 camps opened Oct 1. Confirm the daily hours.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Spring breakMar 15–19, 2027 (all 8 districts)(2)

kidsActing Spring Break Camp

Covers a full workday
Mar 15–19 (spring break week; matches 2027 school calendars)4–13Full day $425 (paid in full); half day $325Full day 9am–4pm; half day 9am–12:30pmCedar Park, Mueller, Oak Hill and Westlake (full day); Mueller (half day)

Full day 9am–4pm (stated)

Shorter than a workday, so plan pickup coverage.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Crenshaw's Thanksgiving, Winter & Spring Break Camps

Covers a full workday
2027 spring break dates not posted yet; check the camp pageK–5th grade$385 for 5 days (may be the 2026 rate)8am–5pm; bring a sack lunch5000 Fairview Dr (Central Austin, 78731)

8am–5pm (stated)

Covers a standard workday (8am–5pm stated). 2027 dates and price not posted yet.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Summer 2027Most programs June – mid-August 2027(10)

YMCA of Austin Summer Day Camps

Covers a full workday
Summer 2027: June 1 – Aug 13, 2027 (no camp Memorial Day)5–12 (full day); 3–12 (half day)2026 rates (Early Bird locks these in): full day at Y branches $340/wk member, $365 guest; at partner sites $310 / $335; half day (Mon–Thu) $145 / $170; before/after care $25/wkFull day; before/after care availableMany YMCA branches and partner school sites across Austin

Full day; before/after care $25/wk (stated)

June 1 – Aug 13, 2027. One of the most affordable full-day options.

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Checked 2026-10-27

YMCA Camp Moody (outdoor day camp)

Covers a full workday
Summer 2027 season June 1 – Aug 13, 2027 (YMCA camp season)8–14$365/wk member, $390 guest (2026 rate)7:30am–5:30pmCamp Moody, Buda (bus from Austin branches per YMCA)

7:30am–5:30pm (stated)

A 10-hour window.

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Checked 2026-10-27

City of Austin Parks & Rec Summer Camps

Covers a full workday
2027 dates not posted yet (2026 ran June 8 – Aug 12)5–12 (youth); 12–15 (teen)2026: $140/wk Austin residents, $220 non-residents ($20 deposit). Austin Nature & Science Center and Camacho: $225 / $300. MACC and Carver: $420 / $660 per 3-week session.Full dayRecreation centers citywide

Full day (stated)

2026: $140/wk for residents. Confirm the 2027 hours.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Creative Action Summer Camp

Covers a full workday
Not posted5–14Not posted for 20278:30am–5:30pm, Mon–Fri (2026)About 9 school and community sites across Austin (2026)

8:30am–5:30pm Mon–Fri (stated, 2026)

Covers a full workday.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Austin Bouldering Project Summer Climbing Camp

Covers a full workday
Summer 2027 weeks not posted4–142027 pricing "coming soon" (2026 was about $475–$675/wk)9am–3pm; extended care 8:30am–5:30pmSpringdale (979 Springdale Rd #150) and Westgate (4477 S Lamar Blvd #600)

9am–3pm; extended care 8:30am–5:30pm (stated)

With extended care, covers a full workday.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Thinkery Summer Camp

Covers a full workday
2027 not posted (2026 season: June 1 – Aug 14)Rising K–1 (about 5–6) and rising 2nd–3rd (about 7–8)2026: $425/wk standard, $385 members9am–3pm; aftercare 3–5pm (extra $75–80/wk)Thinkery – Meredith Learning Lab (Mueller)

9am–3pm; aftercare 3–5pm, extra $75–80/wk (stated)

Aftercare runs until 5pm.

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Checked 2026-10-27

kidsActing Summer Camps

Covers a full workday
Not confirmed for 20273–18 (varies by camp; e.g. Triple Threat 5–16, Acting for TV & Film 7–14)Extended care $30–$70/wk; tuition per campFull day 9am–4pm; half day 9am–12:30pm; early drop-off from 7:30am and late pick-up to 5:30pm for a weekly fee16 locations around Austin

9am–4pm; early drop-off from 7:30am and late pick-up to 5:30pm, $30–70/wk (stated)

With extended care, covers a full workday.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Camp Half-Blood Austin

Covers a full workday
8 sessions, June 7 – July 30, 20279–18 (sessions vary by age)$767 per session (payment plans available)8am–5pmMcKinney Falls area (location per The Bluebird List; confirm with camp)

8am–5pm (stated)

Ages 9–18.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Chaparral Ice Camps (Camp Avalanche & Camp de Champs)

Covers a full workday
Summer page lists 10 weeks (6/01–8/07), probably the 2026 schedule; winter and holiday camps also offered6–14Lunch $8/day; tuition on booking page8am–6pmChaparral Ice Northcross, 2525 W Anderson Ln

8am–6pm (stated)

A 10-hour window.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Camp Doublecreek

Covers a full workday
Summer 2027: opening week June 1–4 ($480); main summer June 7 – Aug 13 at DC Adventures; Reunion Ranch June 7 – Aug 6About 4–14 (age range from The Bluebird List)Summer 2027: $600/wk; riding add-on $100/wk (1st grade+); $15 sibling discount; $15/wk off for 4+ weeksFull day with transportationDC Adventures (Round Rock area) and Reunion Ranch (Georgetown); bus stops around Austin

Full day with transportation (stated)

Bus stops around Austin can help with commutes. Confirm the bus times.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Year-round help

Before & after school care

AISD 3rd Base After-School Care

District-run after-school care at 20 AISD elementary campuses.

Paid (see page)20 AISD elementary campuses

Re-check the campus list, hours and fees.

512-414-0220Website Source

Checked 2026-10-27

Greater Austin YMCA After School

On-site after-school care at nearly 50 schools in 2026–27.

Paid (see page)Participating schools

The YMCA also runs Extend-A-Care sites: https://www.austinymca.org/locations/extend-a-care/

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Checked 2026-10-27

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Austin Area

After-school and summer programs at clubs across the area.

See siteClubs across the Austin area

Hours not captured; check your club.

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Checked 2026-10-27

Austin Bouldering Project School Holiday Adventure Days

Single-day programs on school holidays, 9:00am–3:30pm.

See booking pageABP Austin gyms
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Checked 2026-10-27

Help paying for care

Workforce Solutions Capital Area child care scholarships

Help paying for childcare for eligible Travis County families (income limits; generally 25+ hours a week of work, school or training for single parents, 50 combined for two parents).

Free to applyTravis County

General waitlist closed as of 2026-10-27, with an estimated 12–18 month wait. Kids 0–3 have a priority track (estimated 6–9 months). See https://wfscapitalarea.com/childcare/for-parents/waitlist-status/

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Checked 2026-10-27

City of Austin PARD camp rates

City camps charge resident rates ($140/wk summer 2026), well below many private camps.

See pageRec centers citywide
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Checked 2026-10-27

Dates and prices change — confirm with the provider before you plan.

22 camps

Photo of YMCA of Austin Summer Day Camps

Photo: YMCA of Austin (official website)

YMCA of Austin Summer Day Camps

YMCA of Austin

Spring breakSummerHoliday
  • Ages 3–12
  • Summer 2027: June 1 – Aug 13 (no camp Memorial Day)
  • Full day; before/after care available
  • 2026 rates (Early Bird locks these in): full day at Y branches $340/wk member, $365 guest; at partner sites $310 / $335; half day (Mon–Thu) $145 / $170; before/after care $25/wk
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo coming soon

YMCA Camp Moody (outdoor day camp)

YMCA of Austin

Summer
  • Ages 8–14
  • Summer 2027: June 1 – Aug 13 (YMCA camp season)
  • 7:30am–5:30pm
  • $365/wk member, $390 guest (2026 rate)
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of City of Austin Parks & Rec Summer Camps

Photo: City of Austin PARD (official website)

City of Austin Parks & Rec Summer Camps

City of Austin Parks and Recreation (PARD)

Summer
  • Ages 5–15
  • 2027 dates not posted yet (2026 ran June 8 – Aug 12)
  • Full day
  • 2026: $140/wk Austin residents, $220 non-residents ($20 deposit). Austin Nature & Science Center and Camacho: $225 / $300. MACC and Carver: $420 / $660 per 3-week session.
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo coming soon

Dougherty Arts Center Summer Art Escape & Art Lab (city specialty camps)

City of Austin PARD

Summer
  • Ages 5–14
  • 2027 dates not posted yet
  • See city specialty camp listings (2026 specialty camps priced individually)
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of Thinkery Summer Camp

Photo: Thinkery (official website)

Thinkery Summer Camp

Thinkery (children's museum)

Summer
  • Ages 5–8
  • 2027 dates not posted yet (2026 ran June 1 – Aug 14)
  • 9am–3pm; aftercare 3–5pm (extra $75–80/wk)
  • 2026: $425/wk standard, $385 members
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of Camp Doublecreek

Photo: Camp Doublecreek (official website)

Camp Doublecreek

Camp Doublecreek

Summer
  • Ages 4–14
  • Summer 2027: opening week June 1–4; main summer June 7 – Aug 13 (DC Adventures); Reunion Ranch June 7 – Aug 6
  • Full day with transportation
  • Summer 2027: $600/wk; riding add-on $100/wk (1st grade+); $15 sibling discount; $15/wk off for 4+ weeks
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of kidsActing Summer Camps

Photo: kidsActing Studio (official website)

kidsActing Summer Camps

kidsActing Studio

Summer
  • Ages 3–18
  • 2027 dates not posted yet
  • Full day 9am–4pm; half day 9am–12:30pm; early drop-off from 7:30am and late pick-up to 5:30pm for a weekly fee
  • Extended care $30–$70/wk; tuition per camp
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of Chaparral Ice Camps (Camp Avalanche & Camp de Champs)

Photo: Chaparral Ice (official website)

Chaparral Ice Camps (Camp Avalanche & Camp de Champs)

Chaparral Ice

SummerHoliday
  • Ages 6–14
  • Summer 2027 weeks not confirmed yet. Winter break and school-holiday camps also offered.
  • 8am–6pm
  • Lunch $8/day; tuition on booking page
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of Austin Sunshine Camps – Zilker Park Camp

Photo: Austin Sunshine Camps (official website)

Austin Sunshine Camps – Zilker Park Camp

Austin Sunshine Camps (nonprofit)

Summer
  • Ages 8–15
  • 2027 dates not posted yet. Overnight sessions are 7 days (age 8) or 10 days (ages 10–11).
  • Overnight
  • Not listed on page (nonprofit camp; check eligibility with the camp)
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo of Austin Playhouse Winter & Summer Theatre Camps

Photo: Austin Playhouse (official website)

Austin Playhouse Winter & Summer Theatre Camps

Austin Playhouse

SummerHoliday
  • Ages 6–12
  • Winter camp Dec 21–23, 2026 (book 1, 2 or 3 days). Summer 2027 dates not posted yet.
  • From 8:30am; 8am drop-off and 5pm pick-up for select camps
  • Winter camp $75/day; summer: Imaginators $305/wk, Playhouse Players $315/wk
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo coming soon

Crenshaw's Thanksgiving, Winter & Spring Break Camps

Crenshaw's Athletic Club

Spring breakHoliday
  • Ages 5–11
  • Thanksgiving Nov 23–24, 2026; winter week 1 Dec 21–23, week 2 Dec 28–30, 2026. Spring break 2027 dates not posted yet.
  • 8am–5pm; bring a sack lunch
  • Thanksgiving $160; each winter week $240; spring break $385 for 5 days (may be the 2026 rate)
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27
Photo coming soon
Registration opens Feb 1

Spartan Summer Camp at St. Stephen's

St. Stephen's Episcopal School

Summer
  • Ages 6–18
  • June 2027 (exact weeks not posted yet)
  • Half-day, full-day and residential options
  • Per camp; $75 non-refundable registration fee
Camp details Source · Last checked Oct 27

Dates and prices change, so confirm with the camp.