School’s out and it’s time for kids to connect and have fun in the sun! Check out our comprehensive guide to summer camps and activities— you’re sure to find plenty to keep the wild ones happily busy all break long. Pro Tip: Most camps fill quickly, so don’t wait to sign up.
Abstract in Motion Camp
Ages 6 and up
abstract-in-motion.com
541-797-8122
Apex Football
Ages 6-12
apexfcbend.com/club/campsclinics
541-977-1358
Athletic Club of Bend
Ages 5.5-13
athleticclubofbend.com/youth-camps
541-385-3062
BEAT Children’s Theatre
Ages 4-16
beatchildrenstheatre.org
541-419-5558
Bend Elks Baseball Club
Ages 7-14
bendelks.com/camps
541-312-9259
Bend Endurance Academy
Grades pre-K-8
bendenduranceacademy.org
541-904-5048
Bend Forest School
Ages 5-12
bendforestschool.com/summer-sessions
503-260-9389
Bend FC Soccer Camp
Ages 6-11
bendfctimbers.com/camps-clinics
kelly.gieber@bendfc.com
Bend Imagines
Ages 7-3
bendimagines.com/camps
(541) 844-5199
Bend Montessori
Ages 3-7
bendmontessorischool.com/summer-program
541-678-3248
Bend Park and Rec
All ages
bendparksandrec.org
541-389-7275
Grab the BRPD’s latest playbook for a wide variety of affordable summer camps for all ages. From overnight adventure camps to daily art classes, the offerings are extensive and inspiring. There truly is something for everyone! Check out the website for more information and to register for all sessions.
Bend Rock Gym
Ages 6-16
bendrockgym.com/youth-camps-2026/
541-388-6764
Bend Science Station
Grades 1-8
bendsciencestation.org/summer
541-330-0433
Big Lake Youth Camp
Ages 7-17
biglake.org/youth-camps/
503-850-3583
Board House Summer of Skate
Ages 8 and up
boardhousesociety.org/skateboard-camps
Experience top tier coaching, learn new skate skills, build confidence and most importantly, have fun! Beginning June 15, weekly camps welcome kids of all levels. Camp is from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. The BoHo van rolls out at 9 a.m.—pick up is at 4 p.m. at Ponderosa Skate Park.
Boys and Girls Club of Central Oregon
bgcbend.org/program/summer-program/
541-617-2877
This full-time program operates out of the Boys and Girls Club building downtown and runs June 15 through September 4, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Financial assistance is available. Consult the website for more information and to register.
Camp Invention
Grades K-6
invent.org/programs
Camp Fire Central Oregon
Grades Pre-K-12
campfireco.org/programs/#summer
info@campfireco.org
541-382-4682
Through playful, inclusive, affordable and powerful out-of-class experiences, Camp Fire Central Oregon connects young people to the outdoors, to others and to themselves. They provide young people with a space where they feel like they truly belong through a progression of youth programs, including afterschool and out-of-school programs, teen service and leadership camps, summer camps and STEM programs.
Camp Tamarack
Ages 8-12
camptamarack.com/summer-camp
541-610-9946
Cascade Indoor Sports
Ages 7-13
cascadeindoorsports.com/kids/sports-camp
541-330-1183
Cascade School of Music
Ages 2 to adult
cascadeschoolofmusic.org
541-382-6866
Turn up the volume on your summer! Dive into the joy of music with exciting summer private lessons and classes—perfect for kids, teens and adults alike. Whether you’re picking up an instrument for the first time or leveling up your skills, there’s something for everyone. Make this a summer to remember—full of creativity, confidence and fun music. Learn more and register on their website.
Cascades Academy
Grades K-11
cascadesacademy.org/camps
541-382-0699
These engaging camp experiences provide students with opportunities to learn, grow and have fun in a supportive and dynamic environment. From hands-on creativity in Camp CREATE (grades K-9) to Summer Outdoor Leadership Adventures (grades 6-11), there’s something for every young explorer. June 22 – August 21. Financial aid offered for low-income students.
Central Oregon Gymnastics Academy (COGA)
Ages 6-12
cogymnastics.com
541-385-1163
Chockstone Climbing
Ages 12–17
chockstoneclimbing.com/smith-rock-climbing-camp
541-318-7170
The Circuit Gym
Ages 6-12
thecircuitgym.com/bend/youth
youth@thecircuitgym.com
541-797-6676
The Circuit offers award-winning summer bouldering camps from June to August, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kids climb in a fun, social environment where they problem solve and build confidence on and off the wall. Camps are offered weekly with scholarships available for low-income families.
COCC Youth Camp
Ages 10-15
cocc.edu/departments/community-ed/youth-programs
ceinfo@cocc.edu
541-383-7270
The Dance Connection
tdcdancebend.com
info@tdcdancebend.com
541-318-8338
Spend time this summer with Bend’s premier dance studio, focused on training dancers of all ages and skill levels. Brought together by a common bond of movement and music, they connect, create and celebrate dance. Camps run July 7 through August 13, Tuesdays through Thursdays, every week. Check out the website for all the details and to register.
Discovery Kids
Ages 3-7
discoverykidspreschool.com/summer-camps
541-480-0194 (text)
Diane’s Riding Place
Ages 7 and up
Facebook.com/bendhorseride
541-408-1731
Dragonfly Farm and Arts
Ages 8-13
dragonflyfarmandarts.org
312-504-7330
Kids experience the joy of embodied, creative and tech-free summer fun on the farm! Expect hands-on arts and crafts, games and connecting with new friends, the land and resident animals. The facilitators are dedicated teachers, artists, yogis and guides who are passionate about the outdoors and creative practice. Kids benefit from a 1:4 facilitator to child ratio. Check out their website to learn more, register and sign up for a farm visit!
Freak N Art
Ages 7-17
Freaknart.com/products/kids-studio-summer-camps
hellofreaknart@gmail.com
This summer, Freak’n Art is offering kids’ studio for ages 7-12, teen specific camps for ages 13-17 and family-friendly art days. Age ranges are suggestions—parents are welcome to reach out regarding specific camps. Consult the website for specific dates and to register.
Free Spirit Yoga Ninja Play
Ages 4-13
Freespirityoganinjaplay.com/bend-or/
541-241-3919
High energy kids can move, play, and build confidence this summer at Free Spirit’s Ninja Camps and Yoga Camps in Bend. Campers climb, balance, jump and challenge themselves on ninja obstacles while learning new skills and making friends in a positive, upbeat environment. Younger campers can join Nano Ninja Camp (ages 4-6), while older kids can choose Kids Ninja Warrior Camp (ages 6-10) or Ninja Elite Camp (ages 9-13). Kids who love movement and mindfulness can enroll in Kids Yoga Camp (ages 5-8) or Tween Yoga Camp (ages 9-13). Visit the website for dates, times and registration details.
High Cascade Snowboard Camp
Ages 9-20
highcascade.com
503-206-8520
High Desert Museum
Grades 1-5
highdesertmuseum.org/
kids-camp-summer
541-382-4754
Looking for a fun learning experience for the kids? The High Desert Museum offers weekly camp experiences with hands-on fun for elementary-aged kids. Kids look forward to a dynamic time focused on conservation and the environment, history, cultures and wildlife. Weekly camps happen throughout the summer.
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Jordan Kent Multi-Sport Camp
Ages 6-12
jordankentcamps.com/bend-
summer-camps
888-832-6984
(voice mail)
Lark Song
Ages 6-15
larksongroup.com
541-229-8861
info@larksong.co
MBSEF Cycling
Ages 7-12
mbsef.org/cycling/program-info/
541-388-0002
Mudpies and Lullabies
Ages 2-8
mudpiesandlullabiespreschoolbend.com
541-382-4444
Summer camps are divided into three groups: Mini’s (2-3-year-olds), Little’s (3-4-year-olds) and Big’s (grades K-3). Camps run June through August, Mondays through Thursdays with weekly themes, including Messy Time, Dino Dig, Wacky Olympic Games and Backyard Biologists, to name a few. There are separate Friday camps too. Register online.
NZone Sports
Ages 5-9
nzonesports.com/centraloregon/events
541-719-8227
Basketball camps are offered for boys and girls ages 5-6 and 7-9, Monday-Thursday during two sessions: July 13-16 and August 3-6. from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. All skill levels are welcome with a focus on fundamental skill development for all ages.
R.A.D. Camps
Ages 3-17
radcamps.com
541-204-0440
Since 2008, R.A.D. Camps has been igniting curiosity, confidence and a lifelong love for the outdoors in Central Oregon youth. What began as a single outdoor adventure program has grown into a multi-disciplinary campus offering experiences in nature, art, climbing, biking and leadership for kids ages 3 through the teen years. See the website for the full schedule.
Rhinestone Ranch
Ages 5-18
rhinestoneranchbend.com/summer-camps.html
trish@rhinestoneranchbend.com
Samara Learning Center
Ages 6-17
samaralearningcenter.org
541-419-3324
Sunriver Nature Center
Ages 6-12
snco.org/learn-explore/educational-programs/kids-camps-classes/
541-593-4394
Sylvan Learning Center
Ages 6-11
sylvanlearning.com/bendor
bend.or@sylvanlearning.com
541-389-9252
At Sylvan Summer Robotics Camps, explore the exciting world of robotics by building and programming robots with LEGO® technology. Students unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills as they design, build and bring innovative robots to life during these action-packed summer camps. New robots in every camp! Learn more at their website.
Terpsichorean Dance Studio
Ages 3-15
tdsdance.org
541-389-5351
Think Wild
Grades 1-6
thinkwildco.org/summercamps
info@thinkwildco.org
Trinity Lutheran Camp
Grades K-6
trinityct.org/summercamp
586-463-8803
Tula Movement Arts
Ages 3-4, 5-8 and 7+
tulamovementarts.com
541-322-6887
Summer camps at Tula are always a blast! Tumble (gymnastics), fly (aerial), craft, play and perform at the end of the week to show off all your new skills. This isn’t just elevated babysitting; it is a full movement and play experience! Camps run from June through August. Scholarships and payment plans are available by request.
Tumalo Creek Kayak
Kids Paddle Sports Adventure Camp
Ages 8-15
tumalocreek.com/tumalo-kids
541-317-9407
Waldorf School of Bend
Ages 3-12
bendwaldorf.com/camps
info@bendwaldorf.com
541-330-8841
Wildheart Nature School Summer Camps
Ages 3.5-14
wildheartnatureschool.com/summer-camps
541-625-0273
Learn everything from primitive skills to nature art in a multitude of theme-based camps. Leave the homework at the house, these camps are for pure fun, games and crafts. Children will be having such a great time they may not even realize how much they’re learning! Camps run Monday through Friday from June15 – August 21. Learn more details on their website.
Wondery Art + Adventure Camp
Ages 5-12
wonderyschool.com/studio-summer-camps
541-236-5990
Woodland Academy
Ages 3-6
woodlandacademybend.com/summer-camps
541-797-0967
This article appears in Bend Nest Summer 2026.
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