School’s out for the summer! Kids are excited and parents like you are busy looking for the best Hamilton summer camps! If your kids need care or just some entertainment this summer, we can help you find what you are looking for. We know our guide is much easier than throwing “summer camps Hamilton” into your fave search engine. This list includes every camp we can find because we know parents like you want selection, not just who paid to be at the top of your Google results.
Summer camps run in a wide variety of themes from traditional camps, sports camps, to swimming and arts and crafts. Most programs include daily time outdoors, lots of time for snacking, and socializing with new friends.
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Hamilton Area Summer Camps
Shakespearience is a charitable, non-profit organization whose mission is to deliver programs AT NO COST to students in Grades 3-12 which cross all age, academic, cultural, linguistic and socio-economic backgrounds. Since we began operations in 1998 we’ve established a track record for developing transferable soft skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, empathy, collaboration and teamwork by bolstering character, confidence and communication skills. This is accomplished by showing how seemingly insurmountable challenges -- such as demystifying the language in Shakespeare’s plays -- can be overcome with a little persistence, concentration and team work. The Shakespearience Summer Experience is offered during the month of July and targeted to young people in Grades 7 and up. Certified teacher/actors, working with professionally trained Shakespearience artists, rehearse a group of participants in scenes from the plays tied together by […]
Dates and Times
July
Pricing
Free of charge!
Our francophone camps welcome kids from 5 to 11 for a variety of fun activities organized by our dynamic camp leaders ! Each week from July 2nd to August 14th, 2026 will bring a new adventure with a theme. Location: 100 Macklin Street North Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (extended care available 7:30 am to 5:00)
Dates and Times
Hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm (extended care available 7:30 am to 5:00)
At David Banks Golf, we’re all about creating a fun, welcoming environment where kids can learn, grow, and truly enjoy the game. Our goal is to combine engaging instruction with a positive atmosphere so every junior golfer has the opportunity to build confidence and improve their skills. Both our Junior Academy Program and Junior Golf Camp are powered by the Operation 36® program—one of the most effective and exciting ways to learn golf. Designed with families in mind, Operation 36 introduces a fresh approach to development by teaching the game in reverse. Golf is played from the tee to the green, but is best learned from the green to the tee. Players start at Level 1, just 25 yards from the green, the goal, shooting 36 (par) or better over 9 holes. Once they achieve that, they advance to Level 2 at 50 yards. This progression continues through 6 (six) levels, gradually building skills and confidence until players can shoot 36 from the full tee box. It’s a clear, moti […]
Dates and Times
Weekly camps through July and August, 5 mornings per week, 8 AM – 11:30 AM.
Ready for an awesome summer? Join us at STEM Camp! Campers will enjoy amazing themes like LEGO and Minecraft, hands-on and messy learning experiences and experiments, coding and robotics - all through fun, engaging activities in science, technology, engineering and math that encourage campers to explore their sense of wonder, promote discovery and reward curiosity! A not for profit organization, STEM Camp has over 50 locations throughout Ontario. Register today and join us for summer camp 2026 at www.stemcamp.ca https://stemcamp.ca?utm_source=active-parents&utm_medium=listing&utm_campaign=ap
+CREATE Summer Camp invites children and teens into a working studio environment where clay, textiles, and mixed media come to life. Based at The Cotton Factory in Hamilton, participants build skills, experiment with materials, and develop ideas through guided, hands-on exploration. Projects are sustained across the week rather than reset daily, allowing ideas to evolve. Clay work is glazed and kiln-fired. We run small groups to ensure meaningful attention and steady growth. Many families return year after year. Weekly tuition ranges from $50–$325, with flexible options available. +CREATE offers a thoughtful alternative to high-volume camps — a place where materials are respected and ideas evolve.
Rejoyce Christian Childcare is excited to offer a fun and engaging Summer Camp experience for children ages 4 to 10 years. Our camp is designed to give kids an unforgettable summer filled with creativity, exploration, and friendship in a safe and welcoming environment. Each week features a unique theme with exciting hands-on activities that keep children active, curious, and inspired. Campers will enjoy a variety of experiences including arts and crafts, science experiments, building challenges, cooking activities, outdoor games, and nature exploration. Our program encourages creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving while making every day fun and meaningful. To ensure the best experience for everyone, campers are divided into two age groups: 4–6 years and 7–10 years, allowing activities to be tailored to each group’s interests and abilities. Our caring team creates a supportive atmosphere where children can build confidence, develop friendships, and try new […]
Our Summer Camp offers the perfect balance of learning and fun in a supportive small-group environment. Each week is theme-based, with exciting themes like Music Week, Career Week, Animal Week, Pirates & Princesses Week, STEM Explorers Week, and Creative Arts Week. Campers enjoy a mix of reading, writing, math enrichment, STEM activities, creative projects, outdoor play, and movement breaks, helping them stay engaged while strengthening important academic skills. In addition to academic activities, we bring learning to life through special guest visits and interactive experiences. Past activities have included visits from community professionals, science experiments, music circles, and fun team challenges that keep students motivated and curious. Snacks are included, and our centre is a nut-free facility to ensure a safe environment for all children. Our goal is to help students build confidence, stay curious, and continue learning over the summer. Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p […]
Dates and Times
Time: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Aftercare till 5 pm available)
Dates: 6th July – 28th August
Pricing
Early Bird Pricing: $ 320/week
Families from Hamilton, Grimsby, and All Nearby Communities Welcome! At Goldfish Swim School – Stoney Creek we teach swim lessons to children ages 4 months to 12 years, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Our expert swim instructors lead all swim lessons with compassion and care. They want nothing more than to witness each child mature and grow in the water. With small class sizes capped at 4 students, you can rest assured knowing your child is always receiving close supervision. Our smaller class sizes also allow us to optimize progress, boost confidence, and increase safety.
Stagecoach Performing Arts Hamilton is a proud part of a network of international part-time performing arts schools that provide children and young people with a nurturing, creative environment to develop their skills and confidence. Designed for students aged 4 to 18, Stagecoach offers weekly training throughout the school year, and week-long day camps in the summer. Every Stagecoach class focuses on three core disciplines—singing, dancing, and acting—delivered by experienced industry professionals. These “triple-threat” classes allow students to explore a wide range of performance techniques, from vocal projection and musical theatre choreography to improvisation and character work. More than just a performing arts school, Stagecoach emphasises personal growth. Students learn discipline, teamwork, resilience, and self-expression, all while building friendships and discovering their own unique voices. Whether a child dreams of a career on stage or simply wants to grow in c […]
NowWhat Supports is a creative family clinic in downtown Ancaster championing folks with Minds of All Kinds. Alongside adult psychotherapy and coaching, we offer high-quality therapeutic summer camps and teen programs designed to build social, emotional, executive function, and self-regulation skills - in ways that feel joyful and empowering. Our children’s programs (JK - Gr 8) include 3 support tiers: SkillBuilders – A small, low-ratio camp led by social workers, blending explicit skill-building in the mornings with afternoon adventures to local parks, the library, splashpad, and trails to practice skills in real life - booked weekly (full or half days). LaunchPad – An “in-between” pod for kids who benefit from individualized support to thrive in group programming. PowerUp – Our highest-support tier for kids with more complex needs. Summer placements are booked weekly. We also offer 3 weeks of Dungeons & Dragons Camp for kids and teens who love building skills thro […]
Oxford Learning Stoney Creek presents camps that are so much fun they won't notice they're learning! Each week of the summer, we will feature a different theme, including Nature Science, Arts and Crafts Around the World, Dinosaurs, Superheroes, and Animal Safari. Camps will run 9am to 3pm, Monday through Friday. Weekly fee is $300, but discounts are available if you enrol multiple children or for multiple weeks. Aftercare until 5pm is available for $50 per week. Camps are already filling up, so call us at 905-664-9449 or email stoneycreek@oxfordlearning today!
Dates and Times
9 am – 3 pm
Pricing
Weekly fee is $300, but discounts are available if you enrol multiple children or for multiple weeks. Aftercare until 5pm is available for $50 per week.
The Hamilton Cardinals are excited to introduce their summer camp led by Cardinals Coaches and Players. Your child will have the opportunity to play at historic Bernie Arbour Stadium and improve their skills from the IBL Hamilton Cardinals! These camps are open to all genders and offer an enjoyable way for kids aged 6 to 14 to discover the fundamentals of baseball. Cardinals Baseball summer camp runs for 3 consecutive weeks starting July 8, 2024.
HSC Camps: Explore. Challenge. Grow. For over 30 years, Hillfield Strathallan College (HSC) has been a trusted destination for outstanding camp experiences. Set on a stunning 50-acre campus in Hamilton, our programs provide campers aged 4 to 16 with exceptional opportunities for enrichment, exploration, leadership and fun. At HSC, our camps are thoughtfully designed to foster teamwork, skill-building, and creativity. Campers can choose from recreational camps, specialty programs or Trojan sports camps with our incredible community partners. Youth ages 13-16 can register for our 2 week leadership programs, where they will learn valuable leadership skills, gain hands-on experience and earn volunteer hours. Our mission is fueled by a dedicated team of recreation professionals and highly trained counselors. With CPR/First Aid certification and extensive training, our staff prioritize safety and engagement. Why Families Choose HSC: Convenience: Extended care (8:00–9:00 a.m. […]
Join Canada’s #1 Summer Soccer Day Camp! Get ready for a summer your kids will never forget. Royal City Soccer Club Summer Camps are where confidence grows, friendships form, and fun is always in season. Celebrating our 33rd summer, we proudly welcome children ages 5 to 13 to Canada’s leading grassroots soccer day camp. With more than 300,000 happy campers over the years, we’ve perfected the formula, skill development, teamwork, encouragement, and nonstop fun. Our days are thoughtfully designed to keep kids active, engaged, and smiling. Mornings focus on soccer skills, games, and challenges, all led by enthusiastic coaches who support players of every ability level, from first-timers to seasoned stars. Every camper is encouraged to try, learn, and succeed. Afternoons are all about classic summer fun. Campers enjoy a refreshing swim plus a variety of organized camp games and activities that keep energy high and laughter flowing. Families can choose between full-day or morning […]
Waterdown
Immerse yourself in a world of creativity at 4 Cats. Art classes, art workshops, art birthday parties and art supplies, gifts and art kits!
Through guided play, co-regulation, and skill-building activities led by child and family therapists, Acorn Adventures is a half-day therapeutic summer camp designed to help children strengthen emotional regulation, build confidence, and develop positive peer relationships, all while having fun.
Get outside with Hamilton Conservation this summer! Join our Environmental Education team for a week of outdoor adventure and fun in the Dundas Valley Conservation Area!
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, seasonal camps and Youth Initiative- Mentor | Leaders in Training for secondary students to earn community service credit.
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
5 days, 3 hours per day, ages 5-16
Anchor Athletics is a multi-sports camp teaching kids the basics of all sports and to have FUN!
Hamilton
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!
BWR will be offering kids the opportunity to learn paddlesports skills and water safety in one of our weekly summer camps Located inside Binbrook Conservation Area! Each week the kids will get to enjoy in a fun-filled environment the following paddlesport activities: Canoeing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddleboarding, Beach Day, Hike day.
Hamilton
Hamilton
Be an active member of the crew and live, eat and sleep onboard our Tall Ship. By the end of a voyage, you will know the fundamentals of how to sail a Tall Ship and be certified as a Brigs ‘Lead Hand’. But it’s not all sailing! Activities during your voyage will include swimming, singing, campfires and exploring ports and anchorages throughout the Great Lakes.
Hamilton
The City of Hamilton offers Camp Kidaca, one of its most popular programs, year-round. Camp locations offer full day, and week long day camp programs. All locations are Ontario Camps Association and HIGH FIVE® accredited.
Camp Kidstown is the ultimate specialty day camp, where adventure and creativity come to life! Whether your camper is passionate about arts and crafts, sports, Animal Planet, Science, LEGO Robotics, cooking, baking, photography, carpentry, or even Swiftie Camp, we have the perfect program for every age group (4–14).
Hamilton
Waterdown
Hamilton
Camp Wild Rock, hosted by Church on the Rock, in Mount Hope, is a dynamic and exciting summer day camp where kids can make new friends and embrace their sense of adventure.
Situated in the Carolinian Forest campers will love making friends, creating their schedule, and enjoying activities like swimming, archery, high ropes and, creek walk.
At Chocolate Tales, we believe that creativity, education, and fun should go hand in hand. That's why we offer a range of programs designed to inspire, delight, and educate children of all ages. Our Chocolate Making Workshops give kids the opportunity to learn the art of chocolate making and lets them unleash their inner artist. And for those looking for a truly unique experience, our Birthday Parties and allow kids to explore the world of chocolate in a fun party atmosphere.
221 Queensdale Avenue East, Hamilton
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 instructors are here to guide you through a variety of mediums, from ceramics and painting to mixed media projects.
Waterdown
Enjoy a bright and cozy studio for all your creative time. We offer visual arts and pottery classes for all ages.
Hamilton
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
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!
Waterdown
With over 30 locations across Southern Ontario, EPIC + Onside is proud to offer outstanding and affordable summer camps within your community! With excellent, professional summer staff dedicated to delivering remarkable programming for your family, EPIC + Onside is a brilliant choice for an epic experience.
Our camps are a wonderful opportunity for budding photographers aged 8-12 to develop their skills while exploring all the natural beauty the Battlefield House Museum & Park has to offer!
Hamilton
Footprints Music helps kids, teens and adults find their inner musician. We offer private, semi-private and group lessons in voice, piano, guitar, ukulele, drums & rock band.
Every moment of each day at our summer camp is designed to be part of a comprehensive curriculum to allow your child to learn the game of soccer, expand their skills and forge new friendships all while creating moments and memories that will be enthusiastically told and recreated by your child on the way home. We have designed a curriculum suited for children ages 4 to 12. Locations in Hamilton and Stoney Creek.
Stoney Creek
Ancaster
Hamilton
Perfect for campers with no horse experience, or in their first few years of riding. Campers will learn the basics of horseback riding and horsemanship in the barn through one daily riding lesson, daily theory and horsemanship lessons, and lots of arts, crafts, and games.
22 Veevers Drive, Hamilton, L8K 5P5
Green Venture is an environmental non-profit organization which offers free after school programs, as well as paid summer camp experiences, and eco-themed birthday parties!
Let your child’s imagination soar at HCA’s popular summer day camps. From musical theatre to drama, visual arts, dance, and music, we offer a range of arts experiences to inspire creativity and foster lifelong friendships. With a different theme each week, there’s endless excitement in store as students from Kinder to grade 7 embark on new projects and explore their passions.
Offers a wide range of classes for all ages starting as early as 12 months. Their programs include basic tumbling, floor work, balance beam, trampoline and vaulting.
Hamilton
Hamilton Studio School offers afterschool art classes and summer art camps for young artists ages 5-18+ that grow skills, nurture artistry and foster artistic community.
Waterdown
Jump Dance Fit Academy (JDFA) is the only dance and jump rope studio in the Burlington - Milton - Oakville area. We offer afterschool jump rope and dance classes, recreationally and competitively. We're about being accessible to everyone. You don't have to be a natural athlete to join our classes. Anyone can participate and have fun with us!
Hamilton
We are offering half day and full day summer camps during the summer holidays. These camps will include jump rope skill building including individual, partner and long rope/double dutch skills as well as other games and activities.
Stoney Creek
Three weeks of Summer Camp to choose from where your kids will learn ninja warrior skills, yoga, play outdoors and more!
Looking for a fun and active way for your kids to spend the summer? Join us at Leander Boat Club for Summer Youth Rowing Camp! Open to ages 11+, our Monday to Friday camps run throughout July and August from 8:30-12:00. No experience is required. Come learn a new sport, build confidence and make new friends!
Focused on building communication, self-expression and confidence, awareness and mindfulness through the art of creativity, music, imaginative play, nature, exploration, and literacy.
Hamilton
Award-winning Les Petites Pommes specializes in creating programming and a curriculum that helps students learn and practice French.
Hamilton
Our mission at Little Ladybugs Camp is to create a fun and educational summer camp experience for children where they can learn, play, and develop new skills. We strive to provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can make friends, try new activities, and build self-confidence.
Ages 6-16
Hamilton
Hamilton
Hamilton
We assess and treat a wide range of disorders and differences of speech, language, literacy from babies to teens.
This summer, the Dundas Museum and Archives is proud to offer two weeks of day camps for children ages 5 -10! The first week, running July 15th – 19th is titled Museum Mystery. The second week, running August 12th – 16th, is themed around the Cactus Festival Parade. Both will include lots of arts & crafts, outdoor play, and local exploration!
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+
Hamilton
Our mission is fulfill the curiosity of kids ages 10-15 looking to the skies for inspiration — learning to code and fly drones in this fun STEAM day camp.
Waterdown
Our Summer Camp is designed around exciting weekly themes, giving children something new to look forward to each week while keeping learning fun, meaningful, and engaging.
Stoney Creek
The Saltfleet Stoney Creek Soccer Club (SSC) is a not-for-profit organization that provides recreational, competitive and training soccer programs to the community.
Hamilton
At TEAD we offer therapeutic programming for individuals with (dis)abilities and or diagnoses, including riding lessons, Wellness Programs, and Summer Camp.
Waterdown
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 winning faculty bring much expertise to The Dream Centre and to the Waterdown community.
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.
290 Queenston Road, Hamilton
UFMA is a family owned and operated martial arts school since 1991. UFMA offers martial arts programs and also offers kids camps of all kinds and birthday parties.
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 & Summer camps including Nature Camp.
Hamilton
WNS Summer Camps offer campers a variety of fun activities, including outdoor play, games, arts and crafts, water play, and stem activities. One-week camps run from July 2 - August 16, 2024
Offers a wide range of classes for all ages starting as early as 2 years old. Their programs include floor work, balance beam, uneven bars, trampoline and vaulting.
1000 5 Hwy W, Hamilton
166 Forest Ave, Hamilton
This summer, let your child discover the perfect blend of yoga, outdoor adventure, and fun at our Yoga & Outdoor Adventure Summer Camp!! Our camp is designed to inspire children to embrace a healthy, balanced lifestyle through fun yoga practices, mindfulness activities, and outdoor fun.
Circus performance training and recreational circus classes. The classes offered are acro gymnastics, aerials, trampoline, trapeze, tight rope and more. The Circus Cubs is a program offered for children 2-5 years of age. Camps are 6+
Stoney Creek
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