Fun In The Summer Sun
A Guide to Park Hill and Nearby Camps
Compiled by Cara DeGette
GPHN Editor
It’s February — time to break through the ice of winter and start thinking about the long, lazy days ahead, and of course the camps that go with them.
The following is a guide of summer camps in and nearby Park Hill. Many camps fill up fast, so make sure to check websites for the latest info.
Special note: Camps with longer descriptions of their programs and what they offer denote those organizations who are paid advertisers to the Greater Park Hill News Camp Directory.
Art Garage | 6100 E. 23rd Ave.
artgaragedenver.com
Art Students League of Denver | 200 Grant St.
asld.org
Athena Project | 3300 W. Nevada Pl.
athenaprojectarts.org/summer-camps
Bluff Lake Nature Center | 3192 N. Havana Way
720-708-4147
blufflake.org/camp25
Our wildlife refuge is the place for nature-themed summer camps that immerse participants in hands-on learning about animals, plants and ecosystems. Each session includes daily creek exploration, live animal presentations, camp-wide scavenger hunts and award ceremonies for camp spirit. This 100 percent outdoor experience will leave you dirt-covered, tired and smiling.
Butterfly Pavilion | Westminster
butterflies.org/summer-camp
Camp Granite Lake | Golden
campgranitelake.com
Ceramics in the City |
5214 E. Colfax Ave.
ceramicsinthecity.com
Cheyenne Fencing |
5818 E. Colfax Ave.
720- 838-4225
coloradofencing.com
Give your child a mental and physical challenge with the unique sport of fencing. Classes taught by 3-time member of the Olympic Team.
Spring and summer camps available. Year-round classes. Try a week free — call for one free private lesson.
City of Aurora Summer Camps | Various locations
auroragov.org/things_to_do/recreation___sports_programs/Camps
Cleo Parker Robinson Dance |
119 Park Avenue West
303-295-1759
cleoparkerdance.org/academy
International Summer Dance Institute (ISDI) — 4 programs, 5 weeks, all levels. STREAM (theatre tech) June 9-13, ages 9-15. Global Children’s Weeks June 16-July 3, ages 3-13. Youth intensive July 7-18, ages 9-13. Elite teaching artists in Pre/Pro Intensives July 7-25, ages 13-professional.
Code Ninjas | 101 Ulster Ct.
720-594-2633
codeninjas.com/co-denver
Code Ninjas Summer Camps offer kids ages 8-14 a fun, hands-on learning experience in coding, game design, robotics and creative projects. Camps include Minecraft, Roblox, Lego Robotics, Code Combat and more, empowering kids to develop valuable skills while having a blast in a supportive, engaging environment.
Colorado Rapids Youth Soccer Club | Various
rapidsyouthsoccer.org
Commerce City Parks, Recreation & Golf | Commerce City
tinyurl.com/CommerceCityCamps
Dance Institute |
10515 E 40th Ave #114
323-525-0011
danceInstitute.Denver.com
Dance Institute, LLC. Weeklong Half-a-Full-Day Camp available. Including Ballet, Tap, Arco, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Art and Crafts. Ages 4-up.
6-week Summer Intensive in Ballet/Pointe Jazz/Contemporary.
Denver Botanic Gardens |
Spring Break Camps |
1007 York St. and Chatfield Farms
720-865-3500
botanicgardens.org
Sign up for Spring Break Camps at Denver Botanic Gardens! Join us for “Fossils to Flowers” March 17-21 at Chatfield Farms in Littleton or “Plant Protectors” March 24-28 at York Street in Denver. Camps are for ages 6-12 and are full of exploration, games, activities and more. Register at botanicgardens.org.
Denver Center for Performing Arts | 1101 13th St.
303-446-4892
denvercenter.org/education
For fun-loving children 3-plus to professional actors looking to polish their craft, DCPA Education offers seasonal theatre-based classes for a variety of interests and abilities. Quarterly sessions feature single-day workshops to multi-week classes in acting, auditioning, improv, voice over and more. Daytime and evening options plus payment plans available.
Denver Dumb Friends League | 2080 S. Quebec St.
ddfl.org/humane-education/youth-programs
Denver Museum of Nature and Science | 2001 Colorado Blvd.
dmns.org/visit/events-and-activities/summer-camps/
Denver Parks and Rec Day Camps | Various Locations
denvergov.org (Search words: Summer Camps)
Denver Zoo | 2300 Steele St.
denverzoo.org/?s=summer+camp
Four Mile Historic Park |
715 S. Forest St.
fourmilepark.org
Hands On History Day Camps |
1200 Broadway
h-co.org/HOH-HCC
Heritage Camps for Adoptive Families | Various Locations
303-320-4324
HeritageCamps.org
Nine unique summer camps for international and domestic adoptees and those who love them. The camps provide cultural activities and a supportive environment for adoptees of all ages (3 years and above) and their families. Camps are held in different locations in Colorado on various dates throughout summer. To register: heritagecamps.org
i9 Sports | Various Locations
i9sports.com
International School |
7701 E 1st Pl. C
303-340-3647
isdenver.org
Explore a different world every week! ISDenver camps include multilingual options, international themes, off campus adventures, arts, sports and more for kids ages 3-14. Whatever type of summer program you are looking for, ISDenver speaks your language!
Jewish Community Center – Various Camps | 350 S. Dahlia St.
jccdenver.org/camps
Kathy’s Kamp Summer Enrichment Camp | Northeast Denver
familiesforwardco.com
Lynx National Arts & Media Camps | Downtown Denver
artsandmedia.ucdenver.edu/prospective-students/lynx-camps
Mighty Movement |
2245 Kearney St.
mightymovementacademy.com
Mile High Animation |
1633 Fillmore St, Suite 408/410
720-764-5280
milehighanimation.com/denverartsummercamp
Mile High Animation offers exciting camps at Denver’s City Park, near the zoo and museum, for kids ages 8-17. Participants explore stop-motion, 2D, and digital animation, learning storyboarding, character design, and filmmaking. Led by industry professionals, these camps ignite creativity, teamwork, and storytelling skills in a vibrant, inspiring location.
Mind Craft | The Stanley Marketplace 2501 Dallas St #228, Aurora
303-341-4065
mindcraftmakerspace.com
Explore MindCraft Makerspace Summer Camps, where creativity meets cutting-edge technology and tools! Our STEAM programs feature 3D printing, glass art, sewing and more. Guided by knowledgeable staff, our carefully-curated camps foster creativity and innovation. Join our loyal community and embark on unforgettable and fun learning adventures for your children!
Montessori Children’s House of Denver | Various Locations
mchdenver.org
Montview Boulevard Presbyterian Church | 1980 Dahlia St.
montview.org/children
Neighborhood Music & Theatre at Stanley Marketplace | Aurora
neighborhoodmusicstanley.com
Park Hill Art Club | 216 S. Grant St.
parkhillartclub.org
Sewall Child Development |
940 Fillmore St.
sewall.org/?s=summer+camp
SOCCER ELECTRIC “CAMPLIFY” | City Park / East High School / Sie FilmCenter
soccerelectric.com
We’re teaming up with Denver Film, Denver East High School (2022 Boys Soccer 5A Champs) and other local partners to organize the 11th annual “CAMPLIFY” @ City Park / East HS / Sie FilmCenter. Campers play games and develop soccer skills with experienced coaches, dynamic STEAM teachers and closely supervised walks to the Sie for age-appropriate movies.
SPREE Summer Camp | Various Locations Denver
thegreenwayfoundation.org
Stanley British Primary | 350 Quebec St.
stanleybps.org/summer
Swimming Simply | Denver/Aurora
swimmingsimply.com
Urban Farm | 10200 Smith Rd.
720-414-6141
theurbanfarm.org/2024-summercamp
Experience the magic of the outdoors and animals at The Urban Farm!
Summer Camp at The Urban Farm (TUF) provides meaningful experiences for youth to connect with the outdoors and animals. Campers engage in a variety of educational activities and games, receiving hands-on learning about food production, the care for animals and being responsible stewards of the environment.
TOCA Denver at Bladium | 2400 Central Park Blvd.
bit.ly/3spyBfF
Übergrippen Indoor Climbing Crag | 8610 E. 21st Ave.
720-592-0712
ugclimbing.com/denver/camps
Join the adventure at CampGrippen, located at Übergrippen in Denver! Our summer camps feature six exciting themes that rotate throughout the season, offering climbing, fun challenges, and new skills. Perfect for active kids looking for an unforgettable summer. Sign up today, spaces are limited!
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum | Lowry
wingsmuseum.org/education/camp/