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Best Chicagoland Summer Camps in 2025 to Get Kids Excited for Summer

Looking for the best summer camps in Chicagoland? Our ultimate guide features top-rated options for every interest, from sports and theater to overnight adventures. Find everything you need—age ranges, costs, locations and expert tips—all in one place. Get ready to plan an unforgettable summer for your child!

Chicagoland Summer Camps Near Me

Finding the perfect summer camp for your Chicagoland kid is simple with our area-specific lists, including the City of Chicago, North/Northwest Suburbs, South Suburbs, Western Suburbs and beyond Chicagoland.

Chicago

Where to Find The Top Summer Camps for Kids in Chicago

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Find the best Chicago summer camps for kids, from improv at Second City to outdoor adventures, with unique programs for all ages in our guide.

Looking for the Best Summer Camps in Lincoln Park? Start Here

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Explore the best summer camps in Lincoln Park, Chicago! From STEM to outdoor adventures, find the perfect camp for your child.

Hyde Park Summer Camps So Fun, Your Kids Won’t Want to Come Home

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Hyde Park offers exciting summer camps where kids can explore arts, sports and science while making lifelong memories.

West Loop Summer Camps That Make Every Day an Adventure

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Find the best West Loop summer camps for kids, offering fun and enriching experiences in arts, sports and STEM.

North/Northwest Suburbs

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Where to Find The Top Summer Camps for Kids in North/Northwest Suburbs

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Explore the best summer camps in Chicago’s North/Northwest Suburbs, featuring sports, arts, STEM and more.

Unforgettable Summer Camps in Schaumburg—Your Kids Will Beg to Stay Longer

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Find the best summer camps in Schaumburg! From STEM to sports and arts, explore top camps that keep kids learning, active and having fun.

Top-Rated Summer Camps in Skokie — Find the Perfect Fit for Your Child

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Explore the best summer camps in Skokie! From arts to sports and STEM, find the perfect camp to keep your child engaged and active.

Evanston Summer Camps That Turn Every Day into an Exciting Journey

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Find the best summer camps in Evanston! From arts to STEM, sports and leadership, find the perfect camp to keep your child engaged.

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South Suburbs

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Where to Find the Top Summer Camps for Kids in South Suburbs

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We've rounded up some of the best summer camps for kids in the South Suburbs.

Best Tinley Park Summer Camps That Will Bring Kids Endless Smiles

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Here are the best summer camps in Tinley Park for kids this summer including sports, arts and educational camps.

Unmissable Orland Park Summer Camps for Learning and Adventure

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Discover top summer camps in Orland Park — from sports to STEM and more — to keep your kids active, engaged and having fun all summer long.

Epic Summer Camps in Oak Lawn That Kids Will Love

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Find the best summer camps in Oak Lawn, offering sports, arts, outdoor adventures and educational fun for kids of all ages.

Western Suburbs

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Where to Find The Top Summer Camps for Kids in Western Suburbs

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Discover the best summer camps in Chicago's Western Suburbs, offering fun, learning and adventure for kids of all ages .

Naperville’s Best Summer Camps Making Every Moment Magical for Kids

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Explore the top summer camps in Naperville for 2025. Find fun, learning and adventure for kids with sports, STEM, music and more.

Top Wheaton Summer Camps Where Fun and Learning Come Together

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Discover the top Wheaton summer camps — from sports to STEM, art and nature —for a season of learning, exploration and lasting memories.

Oak Park’s Must-Try Summer Camps Where Fun Never Ends

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Explore top summer camps in Oak Park for 2025! From arts and sports to STEM and outdoor adventures, find the perfect camp.

Beyond Chicagoland

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Adventure Awaits at Overnight Summer Camps Beyond Chicagoland

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Find the best overnight camps for Chicagoland kids! From arts to adventure, find the perfect summer camp experience.

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Themed Summer Camps in Chicagoland

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No Need to Break the Bank! These Chicagoland Summer Camps Are Fun and Affordable

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Find affordable summer camps in Chicagoland! From STEM to sports, find budget-friendly options for kids of all interests.

Spark Curiosity with Chicagoland’s Best STEM Summer Camps

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Find the best Chicagoland STEM summer camps where kids explore various academic subjects through hands-on activities and fun projects.

Unleash Creativity at Chicagoland’s Top Art Summer Camps for Kids

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Explore top Chicagoland art summer camps where kids can learn new techniques, create masterpieces and have fun.

Chicagoland Kids Stay Active with Top Summer Sports Camps

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Chicagoland’s top sports summer camps help kids hone skills and stay active with fun, teamwork-driven activities.

Act Out This Summer at Chicagoland’s Top Theater Camps

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Sign your kids up for one of these theater summer camps that is great for little thespians in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.

Make This Summer Unforgettable with Chicagoland’s Top Camps

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Summer Camp Tips for Chicagoland Families

Our resources and tips simplify summer camp planning, covering readiness, safety, preparation and affordability to ensure an enriching experience for your child.

Your Overnight Camp Survival Kit

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Here are some extras to consider for overnight campers.

How to Make Summer Camp Affordable for Your Kid

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Here are seven ways to put a summer experience within your child's reach.

Tips for Finding a Special Needs Summer Camp

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We’ve broken down the steps to finding the right camp for your kiddo.

Tips on Packing for Summer Camp

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Be prepared to lose everything you send to camp (except your kid).

Is Your Child Ready for Overnight Summer Camp?

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Here are some ways to gauge their readiness for a new camp experience.

How to Bring the Fun of Day Camp Home

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Plus, find great ways to extend the fun after overnight camp ends!

Editor’s note: The Chicago Parent editorial team selected these camps for their variety in interests, locations and affordability. Camps partnering with Chicago Parent receive priority and additional details. Camps can contact the editorial team for inclusion or the marketing team for partnership opportunities.

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Best Chicagoland Summer Camps in 2025 to Get Kids Excited for Summer

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