Waterloo camps for 2026

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Waterloo summer camps and kids' programs below serve kids and teens in neighbourhoods like Beechwood, Lakeshore, Laurelwood, Maple Hills, Westmount, and Westvale, as well as nearby towns including Bridgeport, Conestogo, Elmira, St. Jacobs, and others. Use this page to compare summer camps in Waterloo by focus, ages, dates, and location. Below the list, learn more about the value of kids’ camps and find advice for parents. Read more

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	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
Brick Works Academy The Best Technology summer camp in the region! Your children and friends are excited about our Lego Robotics, Minecraft Computer Camp, Pokemon, Dungeons & Dragons, 3D Printing and YouTube camps! Throughout Ontario (11) Education: STEAM Ages 5 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $310	daycampcoed	310	5-14	1	Bloor West Village, TorontoKingsway Park, TorontoLansing , TorontoGuelphHamiltonKitchenerLondonWaterlooOntarioEtobicoke, North-York, West-End
Camp STEAM Camp STEAM offers coding, technology, robotics and animation camps. Campers will execute large-scale projects teaching them how perspectives from all STEAM disciplines can be used to solve a problem in a unique way. Education: STEAM Ages 6 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $215	daycampcoed	215	6-13	2
STEM Camp STEM Camp is a weekly summer day camp at more than 50 locations across Ontario, where youth aged 5-13 engage in fun and amazing activities in Science, Technology, Engineering & Math. 519-475-6600. stemcamp.ca Throughout Ontario (47) Education: STEM Ages 4 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $236	daycampcoed	236	4-13	3	Don Mills, TorontoAjaxAncasterBarrieBrantfordBurlingtonChatham-KentCornwallDundasGeorgetownGuelphHamiltonKanataKingstonKitchenerLondonMarkhamMiltonMississaugaNepeanNewmarketNiagara FallsOakvilleOrangevilleOrilliaOshawaOttawaOxford CountyPeterboroughRichmond HillSarniaSt ThomasSt. CatharinesStittsvilleStoney CreekWaterlooWellandWindsorOntarioNorth-York
Great Big Theatre Company Camps in your neighbourhood ! One-week sessions, performances every week. Our experienced, caring staff will introduce your kids to stage performance & guide them toward self-expression. A great confidence-builder ! Throughout Ontario (12) Arts: Theatre Arts Ages 6 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $225	daycampprogramclasscoed	225	6-14	4	Lansing , TorontoRichview, TorontoThe Beach, TorontoBurlingtonDundasGuelphLondonMississaugaOakvilleRichmond HillWaterlooWhitbyOntarioEast-End, Etobicoke, North-York
Oxford Learning Waterloo Education-focused learning centre, where academics, student potential and fun collide. We offer programs to students from 2 and a half years of age to 18 and have been for over 42 years since inception in London, Ont. Kitchener; Waterloo Traditional (multi activity) Ages 2 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $242	daycampprogramclasscoed	242	2-18	5	KitchenerWaterlooOntario
Pedalheads Bike, Swim, Trail, & Soccer Pedalheads offers bike, swim, soccer, and trail programs to families across Canada. Pedalheads helps kids develop life skills, confidence, and independence through fun, safe, and engaging instruction. Sport: Cycling Ages 2 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp, Program from $199	daycampprogramclasscoed	199	2-12	6
Young Engineers Waterloo A STEM based summer camp that will bring out the engineer in your child. Waterloo Education: STEM Ages 5 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp, Program, Virtual Program from $268	daycampprogramclassvirtualprogramcoed	268	5-12	7	WaterlooOntario
YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki Your Camp Adventure Awaits! Experience camp as it's meant to be with the YMCA of Three Rivers. Be part of a 100 year camp legacy. Canoeing, kayaking, sailing, ropes and rock-climbing, biking, drama, archery, and more. Fergus; Huntsville; Waterloo Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp, Virtual Program from $700	daycampovernightcampvirtualprogramcoed	700	6-15	8	FergusHuntsvilleWaterlooOntario

Types of Waterloo camps and programs

Waterloo offers a variety of program types, including both day camps and after-school programs, with some overnight camps just out of town. Common Waterloo summer camps and programs include:

Cycling and other sports camps
Educational camps like STEM programs and STEAM camps.
Technology camps and programs like coding classes, robotics, and game design camps.

How much do Waterloo summer camps and programs cost?

Summer camps in Waterloo vary in cost according to the length of the camp and the type of programming offered. Camps typically cost $180 to $250 for one-week sessions. Some overnight camps that bus from Waterloo can cost over $1,000 per week.

Advice on finding Waterloo camps that are right for you

Choosing camps in Waterloo shouldn’t be taken all that lightly. You should consider camp as more than just a way to fill a week of summer. Your child will make friends and have experiences that can impact them for the rest of their lives. This becomes clear when you attend the Toronto Summer Camp Expo, held every February. There, you can meet face-to-face with counsellors and campers who will share the impact the experience has had on their lives.

Whether you are speaking to Waterloo summer camps at the expo or reaching out to them online through camps.ca, here are some basic questions to help you make a wise choice:

Activities: What activities are focused on, and how much time is given to each?
Outcomes: What are the camp’s projected outcomes? (How will kids grow? What’ll they learn?)
Supervision: What is the expected ratio of kids to counsellors?
Social proof: Can they provide multiple testimonials or reviews from parents or campers?
Support: Does the camp have financial assistance available, such as sibling discounts, etc.?

FAQ about Waterloo summer camps

When do Waterloo summer camps typically open registration?

Many Waterloo summer camps open registration between January and March. Popular programs can fill quickly, especially for prime July sessions, so early registration is recommended.

What age groups do Waterloo camps usually serve?

Most Waterloo camps serve children from ages 4 or 5 through early teens. Some specialty or leadership programs may also be available for older teens.

Do camps in Waterloo offer extended care?

Many day camps in Waterloo offer before-care and after-care options for working families. Availability and pricing vary by provider, so check individual camp listings for details.

Are there transportation options for Waterloo summer camps?

Most day camps require drop-off and pick-up, but some overnight programs that serve Waterloo families may offer bus transportation from central meeting points.