From creative arts and sports to coding and science, Oak Park offers a diverse range of summer camps designed to keep kids engaged, learning and having fun.
Whether your child loves outdoor adventures, hands-on science experiments or performing on stage, there’s a camp that fits their interests and passions. Here are some of the top summer camps for kids in Oak Park.
Looking for more summer camps? Check out our ultimate guide to find the best summer camps for Chicagoland kids.
Featured summer camps for kids in Oak Park
In this section, Chicago Parent’s advertising partners share their top summer camp offerings.
Camp Galileo
June 9-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: 14 locations in Arlington Heights, Beverly, Elgin, Evanston, Glenview, Hyde Park, La Grange, Lincoln Park, Lincoln Square, Oak Park/River Forest, West Loop, Wheaton, Wicker Park and Winnetka
- Phone: 800-854-3684
- Cost: Cost varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 5-13
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Camp Galileo, full of new Grades K-8 STEAM projects, collaborative design challenges and classic camp fun, like silly skits, face painting and pie throwing. Every hands-on activity and outdoor game is designed by a team of educators, tailored by grade and calibrated for maximum fun and lasting learning.Â
Weekly sessions, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. camp day and AM & PM extended care options. Camp scholarship information and applications available on our website. Enrollments accepted through many top backup care providers. Use code CHICAGOPARENT25 to save $25/week! Valid on future purchases only.
Best summer camps for kids in Oak Park
Hephzibah Summer Camps
June-August 2025
- Address: 946 North Blvd., Oak Park
- Cost:Â See website for details
- Best for ages: 5-11
Hephzibah Home’s After-School & Summer Camp program offers a safe, nurturing environment for children to engage in a variety of activities, from academic support to recreational fun.
Kid Create Studio Summer Camps
June-August 2025
- Address: 200-A W. Harrison St., Oak Park
- Cost: $150–$350
- Best for ages: 3–14
Kidcreate Studio in Oak Park offers hands-on art camps where kids explore painting, sculpture and creativity.
Magical Minds Studio Camps
June 9-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 110 Madison St., Oak Park
- Cost: $300–$475
- Best for ages: 5-13
Magical Minds Studio offers hands-on summer camps in art, STEM and creative play, blending fun and learning to inspire kids through exploration and imagination.
OPEF BASE Camp
June 16-July 25, 2025
- Address: 260 Madison St., Oak Park
- Cost: $120-$200
- Best for ages: 6-13
Explore 100+ STEAM camps with Oak Park Education Foundation, featuring AquaLab, Vex Robotics and more.
Park District of Oak Park
June-August 2025
- Address: 229 Madison St., Oak Park
- Cost: $150–$450
- Best for ages: 3–13
The Park District of Oak Park offers diverse summer camps, from sports and arts to outdoor adventures, with half-day and full-day options for all interests.
School of Rock Camps
- Address: 219 Lake St., Oak Park
- Cost:Â Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 6-18
School of Rock Oak Park offers a dynamic music camp experience, where kids can immerse themselves in band practice, individual lessons and live performance opportunities.
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