Summer camps offer the perfect opportunity for kids to learn, explore, and make lifelong memories while giving parents a well-deserved break. Whether your child is an aspiring artist, athlete, or scientist, West Loop has an array of summer camps tailored to meet their interests.
Check out our list below for summer camp options located in and around the West Loop. These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure to register ahead of time. Prices and locations for the camps are subject to change.
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 the West Loop
In this section, Chicago Parent’s advertising partners share their top summer camp offerings.
Bennett Day Camp
June 23-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 955 W. Grand Ave., Chicago
- Phone: 312-236-6388
- Cost: $535-$650 ages 4-10; $150- $725 rising 5th-9th graders
- Best for ages: 4-14
Calling all happy campers! Bennett Day Camp offers an enriching summer experience for kids ages 4-14, fostering self-identity, leadership, and adventure. Campers ages 4-10 start their day with enrichment classes led by Bennett faculty and local experts, featuring activities like Jewelry Making, Basketball Basics, Creative Writing and Slimy Science. The fun continues with music, crafts, games, and outdoor play.
Rising 5th-9th graders can join their Counselor in Training (CIT) Program or explore sports and specialty camps, building leadership skills and learning from experienced mentors. Learn more in their Summer 2025 Camp Guide.
Paris Saint-Germain Academy Camps
June 2-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: UIC Soccer Complex, 900 W. 14th Place, Chicago
- Phone: 773-312-5054
- Cost: $599 (includes the camp uniforms)
- Best for ages: 5-18
Paris Saint-Germain Academy is one of the largest and most prestigious soccer networks in the world, providing unparalleled training to soccer players looking to improve their skills. Paris Saint-Germain Academy Chicago is the ultimate choice for players seeking top-notch training and development. The academy offers intensive camps throughout the season that are based on the fundamentals of European soccer. These camps are designed to develop players’ skills, techniques, tactics, strength and endurance to take their game to the next level.
At Paris Saint-Germain Academy camps, players will receive an introduction to the official Paris Saint-Germain Academy training methodology and philosophy of play. These training sessions are designed in France for the best players in the world, such as Kylian Mbappé, Dembélé and Asensio. The coaching is conducted by highly experienced and licensed Paris Saint-Germain coaches, ensuring that players receive the best possible training.
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.
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.
Merit School of Music Summer Camps
1-week and 2-week camps throughout June and July, see website for details
- Address: 38 S. Peoria St., Chicago
- Phone: 312-786-9428
- Cost: Cost varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 6-18
Turn up the music this summer with Merit School of Music’s line-up of camps and classes! With options for all ages, instruments and experience levels (including absolute beginners!), summer at Merit is a great way for kids and teens to stay social and creative while school is out.
Your child will have the chance to study with some of the best music educators in the region while having fun and making friends with young music lovers from across Chicagoland. Merit’s summer 2025 music camps include Music Discovery Camp (6-8 years, July 21-25) and Camp Merit (8-16 years, July 14-25), as well as one-week instrument-specific camps.
Steve and Kate’s Camp
Check out your preferred location for exact dates
- Address: 1340 W. Harrison St., Chicago
- Phone: 415-389-5437
- Cost: $124 day pass, $3,720 summer pass
- Best for ages: 4-12
Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s Camp has let kids take the lead, choosing from activities like sewing, stop-motion animation, coding, sports, baking and more. By making their own choices, campers build confidence, creativity and resilience.
Families enjoy flexible enrollment—buy any number of days or a Summer Pass, with unused days automatically refunded. Lunch, snacks and full-day care are included. Open to ages 4-12, now in Bucktown, Hyde Park, Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, North Center, West Loop, West Ridge, Evanston and Lake Forest.
Stages Chicago
June 16-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: Soul City Church, 1150 W. Adams St., Chicago
- Phone: 773-812-3039
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 2-15
What do you get when you combine the magic of Broadway with the fun and freedom of summer? Summer at Stages!
Whether your child has taken performing arts classes in the past or you’re simply looking for something new to try this summer, Stages is for you! 2025 Camp Themes include Wicked, Frozen, Hamilton, Six, Descendants, Encanto, Moana, Legally Blonde, Eras Pop Star Camp, Disney Channel Throwback and more.
Summer camps for kids in the West Loop
Chicago Children’s Theatre Summer Camps
June 16-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 100 S. Racine Ave., Chicago
- Cost: Cost varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 4-14
Embark on exciting adventures with Chicago Children’s Theatre’s summer camps! Explore acting, music, storytelling and more while creating original performances to share with loved ones.
Kids STEM Studio Summer Camps
June 16-Aug. 25, 2025
- Address: 770 W. Gladys Ave., Chicago
- Cost: $550 per week
- Best for ages: 6-12
Kids STEM Studio summer camps inspire Grades 1-7 with hands-on robotics, coding and engineering projects, blending fun and learning.
POW! Gym Summer Camps
June 16-Aug. 11, 2025
- Address: 310 S. Racine Ave., Chicago
- Cost: $425 per week
- Best for ages: 6-12
POW! summer camps keep kids active and engaged with fitness games, art, outdoor fun and themed activities, fostering athletic skills and lasting memories.
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