Unique day camps in Long Beach, OC, and LA for kids interested in cooking, fashion, sewing, and other niche activities.
Long Beach – Summer sailing camp for ages 8-18. Participants learn to rig their own sailboat, sail on their own, and eventually participate in a race. They also learn how weather, wind, and sailboats work. Four sessions: June 17 – August 9. Read More
Costa Mesa – Arts & Learning Conservatory’s Summer Performing Arts Camp lets kids and teens (ages 5-18) explore acting, music, and storytelling. Campers can work behind the scenes of The Wizard of Oz, unleash their creativity in Avengers Assemble and Camp Minecraft, or develop their musical talents in Drumline, Choir, or Guitar Camp. June 6 – August 8, 2025. Read More
Long Beach, Fullerton & Riverside – Students (ages 9-15) in Airman Camp design, build and fly model airplanes, fly simulators and R/C planes, hear from experts, and take field trips to airport resources. Flight opportunities can be added. June 16 – August 28, 2025. Read More
Lakewood – Campers (ages 3-6) get hands-on farm and equestrian experience by learning to properly care for farm animals and properly ride a pony. Three-day sessions are held Wednesday – Friday, June – August. Read More
Los Angeles Area – Brains & Motion offers one-of-a-kind summer camp experiences, where campers (grades K-8) engage in hands-on STEAM activities, outdoor adventures, and high-energy games designed to build teamwork and social-emotional skills. June 16 – August 1, 2025. Read More
Big Bear- Campers enjoy exciting activities that promote teamwork, adventure, and growth, such as canoeing, fishing, archery, swimming and stargazing at the camp’s observatory. June 22 – July 18, 2025. Read More
Sleepaway – Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times offers kids (ages 9-18) affected by cancer and their siblings a free, five-night sleepaway camp filled with fun, friendship, and hope. Sessions run June 28 – August 2. Read More
Irvine – Camp at the Merage JCC is all about fun and friendships. Through sports, arts, outdoor adventure, cooking and aquatics, campers (TK-11th grade & preschoolers) will build lifelong friendships, independence, and self-esteem. June 9 – August 15, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – Chef Tech offers hands-on cooking and baking camps. Kids (ages 7-15) train with real chefs, learn to chop, slice, and dice, mise en place (setting up), clean as they go, and eat the fantastic dishes they have prepared. June 26 – August 25. Read More
Santa Ana & Duarte – CSArts Academy offers kids and teens (ages 5-15) the chance to explore music, dance, visual arts, film, culinary arts, and more through hands-on summer classes. Programs include One-Week Intensives and Four-Week Arts Camps taught by expert educators. June 9 – August 1, 2025. Read More
Los Angeles – Ecole du Soleil summer camp lets kids (Preschool – 5th Grade) learn French through immersive language lessons, games, music, and cultural activities in a fun, supportive setting. June 23 – July 25, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – Freedom School: Success in Challenges offers a free summer program for kids (Grades K – Middle School) to enjoy reading enrichment, sports, field trips, and skill-building workshops. June 23 – August 1, 2025. Read More
Huntington Beach – Gate Languages Summer Camp lets kids (ages 3-12) learn Spanish, Mandarin, and more through games, music, and cultural activities while building confidence and friendships. June 23 – August 29, 2025. Read More
Orange County – Every girl deserves an unforgettable camp experience. Whether attending a fun-filled Summer Sleepaway Camp, an action-packed Weekend Camp, or a dynamic Girl Scout Day Camp in Orange County, campers will make new friends, build confidence, and discover new passions in a safe and supportive environment. Read More
Long Beach – Kids (grades K-8) to build friendships, explore their faith, and grow as leaders through six weeks of fun, service, and discovery. June 23 – August 8, 2025 Read More
Irvine – Join LangoKids Irvine for the ultimate Spanish immersion and recreational experience for your kids (ages 5-11) in the summer. Students get to spend their time having fun, being engaged, and taking pretend trips to different destinations in Latin America, Europe and USA. Full and half day programs available, June 17 – August 9. Read More
Irvine – Lil’ Chef School’s Summer Cooking Camps let kids (ages 4-10+) bake, sauté, and create in hands-on, themed sessions featuring American favorites, international cuisine, baking, and chocolate-making. June 9 – August 15, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – Little Owl’s Summer Owls program lets kids (grades 1-5) explore culture, performing arts, and filmmaking through hands-on projects and creative expression. The Wise Owls Leadership Program (grades 5-7) provides leadership training and volunteer experience. June 16 – July 31, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – The Long Beach Ballet offers an exciting two-week summer dance camp for kids (ages 5-9, no previous training necessary). Activities include ballet, jazz, musical theatre, hip-hop, crafts and visits to the local park. July 21 – August 1, 2025. Read More
Long Beach – Long Beach Sea Base’s Summer Aquatics Camp invites kids (grades 2-5) to enjoy sailing, kayaking, STEM, beach play, and more in a safe and exciting waterfront environment. June 23 – August 15. Read More
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