This crowdsourced Chicago summer camps list is the ultimate guide for parents who want real-life camp recommendations from fellow moms and dads.
Parents can post personal reviews for all the Chicago area summer camps included below, or add a new recommendation to help the list keep growing. Please share your experience with any summer camps in Chicago and the suburbs that your kids have attended! Your honest reviews will help other families for years to come.
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tamarakdaycamp.com
Tamarak Day Camp
Gina I. said: From its beautiful grounds and enthusiastic staff to its engaging programs, Tamarak Day Camp is the perfect destination for summer fun! All ages enjoy sports, nature activities, and arts & crafts, while older campers have the opportunity to participate in outings and optional programs.
Lincolnshire, IL4, 6, or 8-week sessions
Full day (half day option for PreK)
1 review
mortonarb.org
Morton Arboretum Summer Science Camps
There are over 100 camp opportunities at the Morton Arboretum, where kids can enjoy intereactive outdoor adventures and become Tree Champions through science experiments, art, and creative play.
Lisle, IL
0 reviews
Topgolf
Topgolf Summer Academy
Topgolf offers summer programs for Chicago area kids to learn to play golf. From chipping, putting and full swing to the rules and etiquette, kids will learn everything they need to know about the sport in a relaxed and casual setting. And if they get hooked, explore opportunities to continue kids golf lessons throughout Chicagoland year round.
Schaumburg, IL
0 reviews
emaginationstemcamps.com/
Emagination Computer Camps
At Emagination Computer Camps, kids enjoy the perfect mix of technology learning and summer fun! Campers are assigned to small groups by age and enjoy hands-on learning from well qualified camp counselors. Kids stay in the college's dorms with supervision.
Naperville, ILOvernight option
0 reviews
napersettlement.org
Naper Settlement - Camp Naper
Brigitte Nohra Miller said: Explore Naper Settlement in summer day camps that capture a child’s imagination with unique hands-on camps that provide immersive experiences where learning is fun! Several weeks focus on STEM subjects like space travel, inventions and architecture.
Naperville, IL3, 4 & 5-day sessions
Full day
1 review
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