Looking for the perfect summer camp in Chicago’s South Suburbs? Summer camps offer kids a much-needed break from electronics, while fostering friendships, outdoor fun, and skill-building.
From horseback riding to drama, these camps provide endless opportunities for growth and adventure. Check out some of the best summer camp options in Chicago’s South Suburbs!
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Featured summer camps for kids in South Suburbs
In this section, Chicago Parent’s advertising partners share their top summer camp offerings.
Canlan Sports Camps – Hockey
June 2-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 1581 W. Normantown Road, Romeoville
- Phone: 888-422-6526
- Cost: Varies from $375-$475
- Best for ages: 5-15
Canlan Sports’ Summer Camps offer kids an action-packed, fun-filled experience they’ll never forget. Campers will enjoy a variety of sports like soccer, basketball, football, baseball, pickleball and more, along with exciting team-building games such as tug-of-war and obstacle courses.Â
Creative activities like crafts and experiments add a hands-on element, while our exclusive Pop-Up Experiences, such as laser tag, keep things fresh and exciting. Fun Fridays bring water play and ice cream sundaes to celebrate the week.
With extended care options and lunch available for purchase, we make it easy for families to enjoy a summer of adventure, play and activity.
Summer camps for kids in South Suburbs
Bo Jackson’s Elite All-Sports Camps
June 2-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: 17130 S. Prime Blvd, Lockport
- Cost: $225 per week
- Best for ages: 5-13
The All-Sports Camp offers kids a fun, structured environment to explore various sports, fostering creativity and ensuring safety in a positive, professional atmosphere.
Drama Camp
June-July 2025
- Address: 201 W. Jefferson St., Joliet
- Best for ages: 5-18
- Cost: Call for pricing
Campers will learn creative dramatics, vocal techniques, movement, script work, costuming and prop-making. At the conclusion, campers present a musical finale for the public.
Dutch Soccer School Camps
July 7-11, 2025
- Address:Â Victor Andrew High School, 9001 W. 171st St., Tinley Park
- Cost: $379
- Best for ages: 8-13
Dutch Soccer School offers elite training for ambitious players with professional Dutch coaches, advanced techniques and a focus on growth.
Farm Camp at The Center
June 23-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park
- Cost: $99-$725
- Best for ages: 3-12
Farm explorers will spend lots of time at the farm, with the animals and taking care of barn chores, in addition to other weekly activities like hiking, horseback riding, camp crafts, cookouts, group games, singing, and more!
GSU STEAM Camp
July 2025
- Address: Governor’s State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park
- Best for ages: 11-16
- Cost: See website details
This camp engages students in experiments, field activities, project-based learning, field trips and more to encourage them to pursue STEAM careers. Students will have the opportunity to learn about optical illusions, mobile app design, robotics, AI and drones.
Nature Camp at Irons Oaks Nature Center
June-August 2025
- Address: 20000 Western Avenue, Olympia Fields
- Best for ages: 6-14
- Cost: Starts at $189
Kids can spend their summer outside, exploring nature and meeting new friends. Each week includes a special guest and activities in art, STEM, exploration and building community.
Nature Camp at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens
June-August 2025
- Address: 7402 Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights
- Cost:Â See website for details
- Best for ages: 4-9
Let the kiddos explore the great outdoors! Nature camps at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens offer a wealth of opportunities for young explorers to be inspired and engaged with nature.
Road 2 Greatness Basketball Academy Camps
June 16-23, 2025
- Address: MegaPlex Sports Center, 15301 S. Bell Road, Homer Glen
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 7-14
Elevate your game at Road 2 Greatness Basketball Academy’s Summer Camp with high-level coaching, skill development and intensive training for athletes of all levels.
School of Rock
June-August 2025
- Address: 9613 W. 194th St., Mokena
- Cost: $375/week
- Best for ages: 3-17
Send your kid to the ultimate summer music experience at School of Rock Mokena. Summer music camps are the perfect way to spend your summer break, where students learn to play songs through live performances like real musicians.
SSSRA Summer Camps
June-August 2025
- Address: Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W. 171st St., Tinley Park
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 2-17
SSSRA’s Summer Day Camp offers children and teens with special needs engaging activities like crafts, games, sports, field trips and swimming.Â
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This article was recently updated on Feb. 9, 2025 by Chicago Parent’s writer, Sarah Knieff. The updates reflect the latest information. Questions? Please reach out to editor@chicagoparent.com.
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