Winter camps during school breaks offer children a fantastic opportunity to stay active, engaged, and socialize in a supervised and enriching environment. These camps provide a break from routine, encouraging kids to explore new activities, make friends, and learn valuable skills in a fun setting. They offer a variety of specialized programs that cater to different interests, ensuring a well-rounded experience that fosters personal growth, resilience, and memorable experiences in a safe and structured setting.
Camps offer an array of engaging activities for kids during their time off school. These camps provide a mix of indoor and outdoor adventures, catering to various interests. From sports-focused programs emphasizing hockey or skiing to creative arts camps nurturing painting, crafts, and drama, there’s something for every child. Science and technology camps often feature robotics, coding, and experiments, fostering innovation. Nature-themed camps explore wildlife, winter hikes, and survival skills. With a focus on fun, learning, and social interaction, these camps ensure a memorable break, promoting teamwork, creativity, and personal development in Ontario’s picturesque winter wonderland.
This list includes programs for kids as young as 4 years old, up to teenagers. Your teens might also find the winter break an ideal time to clock some volunteer hours for high school. If you’ll be home while school is out and you need things to do on your free days, check out our events calendar. It’s home to hundreds of activities to keep you entertained.
If you host a Winter Break Camp, please click here to have your camp added. We have free and paid opportunities to spread the word about your programs for kids.
When Is Winter Break?
- Halton DSB – last day before winter break is Friday, December 19. You return to class Monday, January 5, 2026
- Halton Catholic DSB – last day before break is Friday, December 19. You return on Monday, January 5, 2026
- HWDSB – last day before the break is Friday, December 19 and you go back Monday, January 5, 2026
- HW Catholic DSB your last day before winter break is Friday, December 19 and you go back Monday, January 5, 2026
Please note: some schools let out early on the day before the break, check with your school to be sure.
School Year Calendars For All Boards
Looking for the Halton and Hamilton School Board Calendars for 2025-2026? We’ve linked them here for your reference:
- Halton District School Board
- Halton Catholic District School Board
- Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board
- Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board
Plan Ahead For 2026 PA Days
Looking to get a jump on those PA Days in the new year? You can find Day Camps here.
Winter Camps in Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville and Milton
At Zorbit Camps, your child enjoys the best of indoor and outdoor fun! Our fully air-conditioned facility keeps summer cool, while we enjoy fresh air adventures with access to a nearby park for outdoor fun. Each day is action-packed: obstacle courses, relay races, creative crafts like tie […]
Ages
5 to 12 years old
Pricing
$200/week, 8 AM–5 PM included—no extra fees
STEAMULATION Lab Summer Camp is all about fun, curiosity, and hands-on learning. Kids get to explore, experiment, and build while having a great time! Our camp combines science, engineering, art, and problem-solving into activities that spark imagination and creativity […]
Ages
JK-Grade 12
Overtime Athletics Camps give kiddos the chance to explore a wide variety of sports in a fun, safe, and non-competitive environment. Our coaches introduce each activity through playful games, teamwork, and age‑appropriate skills that help every kiddo feel confident and included. With a fo […]
Ages
3-14
Code Ninjas Burlington delivers world-class March Break & Summer Camps built by a team of 40+ elite educators from Harvard MEd Program, among others. Kids create with Minecraft Education, Roblox & LEGO, plus new must-do camps like JR Ozobot Robotics Lab and YouTube AI Production S […]
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Burlington Trampoline and Tumbling’s competitive trampoline and tumbling program produce athletes who are ranked provincially, nationally and internationally. We offer fun-filled, high energy recreational classes, which help kids develop confidence, strength and agility. In our state-of-t […]
Ages
4-12
Owned and operated by an educator who is passionate about learning at all ages. Learning Tree Educational Store carries the highest quality in educational toys, puzzles, games, resources and books. We offer in-store camps, educational classes and birthday parties for kids of all ages.
Supreme Cheerleading – Burlington’s Youth Cheer & Tumbling Facility At Supreme Cheerleading we offer high-quality cheer and tumbling programs for kids ages 3 and up. Whether your child is just starting out or building on existing skills, our certified coaches create a fun, safe, and s […]
Ages
3+
At Creative Edge Dance Studio, our goal is to provide all dancers with the opportunity to believe in themselves through the art of dance. With the instruction of our young, talented and award-winning staff we offer a positive and fun environment for all our dance families. What We Offer: […]
Ages
2 ½ -18 years of age
Dates and Times
July 6-10 & August 31-Sept 4 – Taylor Swift
July 13-17 – Wicked: For Good
July 13-17 & August 31-Sept 4 – Frozen Camp
July 20-24 & August 17-21 – K-Pop Demon Hunters
July 27–31 – Roblox Camp
July 27–31 – Barbie Camp
August 10-14 – Musical Theatre Mash-Up
August 24–28 – Popstar Academy
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Early Bird Pricing $229 + HST until March 31, 2026
Immerse yourself in a world of creativity at 4 Cats. Art classes, art workshops, art birthday parties and art supplies, gifts and art kits!
Campers will experience not just Taekwondo, but laser tag, movies, nerf games, crafts and lots of fun activities.
AiDa is mission-driven to inspire creative expression, self-discovery, confidence, literacy, leadership & life skills through Dramatic Arts for ages 6-100. Offering innovative year round award-winning classes, drama workshops, public speaking workshops for kids, teens and adults, seas […]
We provide high-quality gymnastics, trampoline and tumbling camps and classes in a safe, clean, healthy, positive and caring environment.
Explore ballet, jazz, hip hop, and creative movement. Learn fun choreography and performance skills. Participate in games, dance challenges, and themed activities. End the week with a mini showcase to show off what’s been learned
Anchor Athletics is a multi-sports camp teaching kids the basics of all sports and to have FUN!
AGH March Break Camp offers campers the opportunity to explore AGH exhibitions and art-making through a variety of materials and techniques, with new activities planned daily!
Benchview offers day camps throughout the summer and during winter and spring breaks for children ages 6 and older. Benchview's camps focus on learning the basics of horsemanship and developing a strong foundation in the art of horseback riding. Whether riders are brand new to ridin […]
Proudly serving the Guelph community for over a decade, Bulldog for Kids is dedicated to supporting children’s learning, development, health and well-being through active learning, exploration, play and inquiry. Led by passionate and responsive educators, our family-owned business believe […]
Participants will enjoy developing gymnastics skills on artistic gymnastics apparatus (bars, beam, floor), tumbl track, as well as rhythmic gymnastics apparatus (hoops, balls, and ribbons). Additionally, participants will participate in daily arts and crafts, as well as in-gym activities […]
Campers spend the day in one of our cheerleading gyms learning the fundamentals of cheerleading including stunts, jumps and tumbling. There is also tons of games, arts and crafts and other traditional day camp programming.
Our camp programs focus on building an environment that is safe, welcoming and engaging for all children. A wide variety of activities are offered during school breaks and throughout summer at our recreation facilities and the Cambridge Centre for the Arts.
Clay & Canvas is your vibrant hub for creativity and artistic expression! We offer an array of engaging experiences, including birthday parties, classes, day camps, and workshops tailored for artists of all ages. Whether you're a budding artist or an experienced creator, our expert in […]
Enjoy a bright and cozy studio for all your creative time. We offer visual arts and pottery classes for all ages.
Featuring a 50’x 120’ real ice rink, a 35’x 60’ shooter pad, and a brand new 36’x 80’ ball hockey rink, Cutting Edge Hockey Development Centre has everything you need for your hockey development. Our programs range from private lessons to team training, to 3-on-3 leagues and take you from […]
Daisy Meadow Academy is a horseback riding facility for riders of all ages and experience. In addition our our extracurricular programing, we offer Summer Day Camp!
Stoney Creek/Hamilton’s very own cheer gym providing families with both recreational and competitive cheer & tumbling for all ages and experience levels! Join the DREAM TEAM!
Catch big screen movies without the big theatre prices! Host a birthday or event, or drop in for the newest releases.
Our facility is designed with kids in mind - with colourful and creative things to climb everyone from 25-300lbs is welcome!
Kicks For Kids Milton is a Martial Arts studio in Milton ON, teaching Taekwondo to kids and adults.
From soccer and basketball to football and cricket, your kids will have a blast while developing their skills across a variety of 10 different sports. Whether they're new to sports or seasoned athletes, there's something for everyone in this action-packed week
Fuel your kid’s growth with KidStrong Camp. At KidStrong we believe in making progress daily. That means learning can’t stop just because school’s out. Join us at KidStrong Camp to continue building confidence, strength and independence. KidStrong membership is not required to attend.
Our Camp offers hands-on experiences in both the visual arts and culinary arts, perfect for young artists and aspiring chefs alike. Open to children ages 4+, grouped by age for activities.
La-Rose Wellness & Basketball is a Kids Basketball & Physical Literacy program. Regular programs ages 4-6 & 7-10, camps ages 7-12. Small groups, 4 session programs, Elite Coach, boys & girls all levels.
Little Kitchen Academy, the key ingredient for an independent child, is the first-of-its-kind Montessori-inspired cooking academy for kids ages 3 through 18 focused on providing a safe, inspiring and empowering space for children to identify, develop and refine their senses. In each class […]
Little Medical School inspires young minds by sharing our passion for learning, health and careers in medicine. Through hands-on activities, role-play, and interactive demonstrations, children explore the exciting world of healthcare. All programs are written by experienced educators, boa […]
Creative Barracks is an art studio and party service provider that brings the fun to you! Whether you want an in-home art party to paint/sculpt, face painting or balloons!
Make Art Craft Club offers art and craft classes, art camps for kids, parent and me art workshops and craft workshops for adults.
Award-winning robotics, coding and Minecraft after-school programs, camps and parties.
Arts education programming is offered for both children (ages 4 to 14) as well as youth (15+) to adults. Our children's programming focuses on fine motor skill development, theme learning, art concepts and techniques to assist your child in taking a step ahe […]
In Hamilton and Ancaster offers a variety of classes for kids of all abilities for ages 18 months through adult in Creative Movement, Pre-Dance, Jazz, Ballet, Lyrical, Acro, Contemporary, Tap, Hip Hop/Jazz Funk, Hip Hop/Street Dance and Musical Theatre. Camps ages 4+
Our mission is to enable young learners to become competent and confident students, hence, to unleash their full potential in learning. We strive to help students form good learning habits and strengthen their core academic skills. We also take pride in inspiring students to explore furth […]
Oakville Futsal Club is an indoor facility designed to provide access to safe programs, birthday parties and parent and tot programs. Something for the whole family!
Playful Strides Therapy is a specialized clinic that provides innovative Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services to children and their families.
Create lasting memories while you Paint Pottery, Canvas or Play with Clay! Join us for birthday parties, drop-in pottery painting, special events and camps.
Skill Samurai specializes in technology education for children from elementary school to high school. We offer a variety of STEM learning courses, including game design, robotics, Minecraft, Roblox, YouTube, and more. Our flexible hours and engaging technical skills courses make learning fun!
Starlight Academy is a new-age children’s theatre and performing arts academy that boosts skills in communication, confidence, leadership, listening and much more!
Welcome to our Hockey Camps! Each day includes One Power Skating Session and One Puck Control Session. Drop off 9:00am & Pick Up 12:00pm.
At The Dream Centre, we pride ourselves on a warm, caring, family atmosphere. We believe high success can be achieved through encouragement and instilling self-confidence in our dancers, gymnasts, martial arts and fitness students no matter what size, shape, age or ethnicity. Our award wi […]
The Imagination Hive Summer Camp 2026 offers 10 themed weeks for ages 4–12, including science, LEGO, art, cooking, slime, and nature. Each day includes hands-on activities, creative projects, group play, and skill-building in a fun, structured environment, plus an exciting field trip!
Ignite your child’s passion for cooking at Longo's Cooking Camps. At our cooking camps, children come together to create delicious dishes while having a blast with their peers. Young chefs discover the joy of cooking as our experienced Loft Coordinator guides them every step of the way.
THEMUSEUM aims to awe, inspire and enlighten through our engaging educational camp programs in person.
Ages 4-10
Our Summer Day Camp programs encourage exploration, learning, fun and adventure. Over the course of the summer, Campers take part in art exploration programs, go on field trips to local attractions, explore their community and spend endless hours outdoors.
Coding and Robotics program for Kids – SK to Grade 12. Spark your child's creativity while they learn what they love! Kids learn coding and robotics skills while designing, building and creating their own games, websites and more!
Private indoor hockey rink. 2 full size hockey rinks & 2 mini rinks. Youth and adult hockey programming including skating lessons and camps.
As the only kids' gym that offers an inclusive philosophy, we have found all children can benefit from our uniquely designed sensory equipment that is specifically designed to aid children with sensory processing disorders. However, in our experience, all children are able to benefit grea […]
Programs offered by Wentworth Sports Complex include youth & adult soccer clinics & leagues, baseball classes and Little League, youth flag football leagues, learn to skate, hockey clinics and leagues & camps. When school is out we offer PA Day, holiday, March Break & Summ […]
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