Convenient day camps in Long Beach, OC, and LA offering a mix of sports, arts, STEM, and outdoor activities for a well-rounded summer. These camps are hosted by the city.
Kidsguide Tip: You don't have to be a resident of the city to be part of their camp! Non-residents usually just have a pay a few extra bucks, so if you find a great camp, go for it!
Newport Beach – Camp Newport offers kids (ages vary) the chance to surf, sail, play sports, explore STEM, and get creative with hundreds of full and half-day summer camps. June 1 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Downey – Camp Downey for kids (ages 6-12) is packed with fun, friends, and adventure, featuring games, crafts, and weekly excursions. Specialty interest camps and Junior Counselor Program (ages 13-15) also available. June 8 – August 7, 2026. Read More
Lakewood – MVP Day Camp for kids (ages 6-12) features weekly themed activities, including arts and crafts, outdoor sports, indoor games, and a field trip to a theme park or local attraction. With a 1:10 staff-to-camper ratio and extended care options, campers stay engaged in a fun and supervised environment. June 8 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Long Beach – Long Beach Parks offers Summer Day Camps, Aquatics Beach Camps, and Nature Discovery Camps filled with games, swimming, kayaking, and hands-on exploration. Ages 3–12, June 15 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Cypress, Lakewood, Long Beach, Rossmoor, Santa Ana, Orange – Led by certified specialty youth and adult instructors, Performance Pickleball LLC programs are offered for Tots (5-8), Youth (9-12), Teens (13-17), and Adults (18+). All ages and all levels welcome! Read More
Various Locations – Kids (ages 7-17) of all ability levels will absolutely love their one-of-a-kind Junior Summer Tennis Camps! From the amazing on-court games and drills, to hit for prizes, training to music hour, and creative ball decorating contests, they have it all! Week-long camps are held all summer long at locations in Arcadia, Brea, Corona, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, and Yorba Linda. Read More
Aliso Viejo – Each week includes an excursion to a theme park, swimming at the Aquatic Center, special guest speakers, organized recreation activities, visits to the park, and a whole lot of fun. June 15 – August 7, 2026. Read More
Costa Mesa – Camp Mini Explorers (ages 3-5, June 9 – July 19), Camp Costa Mesa (entering 1st-6th grade, June 9 – August 8), Free SMART Camp (entering 4th-8th grade, June 10-27), and Teen Camp (entering 7th-10th grade). Read More
Cypress – Weekly camps and summer parks program for ages 5-12. Themed weeks include crafts, games and more. June 8 – July 31, 2026. Read More
Huntington Beach – A fun-filled week for campers (ages 6-12), each with an exciting theme, crafts, games, and excursions. June 15 – August 21, 2026 Read More
Irvine – The City of Irvine offers hundreds of summer camps for kids (ages 4-17). From cooking, crafts, dance, music, educational, sports, recreational—there’s something for everyone. Programs run from June – August. Read More
La Mirada – Camp Tiny Tots (ages 3.5-5) includes water play, arts and crafts, STEM activities and more. Neff Sumer Day Camp (ages 6-12) Campers participate in outdoor games, activities, crafts, sports, and water play. One fun excursion is included in the weekly fee. June 8 – August 7, 2026. Read More
Los Alamitos – Campers (ages 5-10) enjoy weekly themes and excursions to local attractions. June 8 – August 21, 2026. Read More
Anaheim – O.A.K.S. Day Camp (ages 5-12) offers art and nature activities. Wilderness Survival Camp (ages 12-15) teaches teens to build shelters and learn basic first aid skills. June 15 – August 14, 2026. Read More
Seal Beach – Over 45 summer camps from arts, science, sports to all kinds of special interests. Read More
Tustin – Little Folks Camp (ages 3-5), Camp Tustin (ages 6-10), and Tustin Teen Camp (ages 10-14). Each camp features fun weekly themes, activities, and off-site excursions for Camp Tustin and Tustin Teen Camp. June 1 – July 31, 2026. Read More
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