Best Summer Camps in Westchester for Kids

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Enjoy water sports at Westchester Summer Day in Mamaroneck. Photo courtesy of the camp

Looking for a day camp in Westchester to keep your kids occupied this summer? Summer camps from White Plains to Armonk–and all points in between–offer fun and enriching activities for kids of all ages, from plunging into the pool on a hot day to learning new, valuable tech skills. 

Whether you’re looking for summer art camps for your preschoolers, STEM day camps for your kids, travel or adventure camps for your teens, or a traditional multi-activity camp experience, we’ve found the best day camps throughout Westchester County. 

For more summer camps in Westchester, be sure to bookmark our Camps Guide for Westchester and Hudson Valley Kids and Camp Directory. You can search the Directory by the type of camp you are looking for, your child's age, and the area you live in. 

Affordable Summer Camps on Long Island for Kids

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At Long Island's Y camps, campers build strong friendships. Photo courtesy of the YMCA

Looking for the best free and affordable summer camps on Long Island? Read on for our roundup of some great picks that won't break the bank. 

For kids on Long Island, summer is a fun-filled 10 weeks, but for moms and dads, those two months need to be filled with activity before the home becomes a whining zone of boredom.

Summer camps can be a significant investment, but some Long Island summer camps are actually quite affordable, and others offer scholarships and financial aid.

Here is our list of the most affordable summer camp programs on Long Island. Find more summer camp resources in our Guide to Summer Camps. 

Indoor Obstacle Courses, Ninja Warrior Training, and Aerial Arts Facilities in NJ

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Kid will test their skill and agility at High Exposure. Photo courtesy of High Exposure

New Jersey is home to many indoor ninja-style obstacle courses and aerial arts gyms where little acrobats and ninjas can hone the skills they've seen on TV. That's perfect for kids who are obsessed with American Ninja Warrior and want the thrill of climbing warped walls, or junior acrobats hoping to twirl in the air like circus performers in The Greatest Showman!

These indoor adventures will get your kids climbing, vaulting, swinging, and balancing. 

Find more active spots in New Jersey for kids in our Guide to Indoor Sports Centers, Gyms, and Fun Zones. If you'd rather stay in, we've also got fun at-home ideas to get kids moving like these 25 exercise games. 

Indoor Swimming Pools in NYC with Day Passes

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Asphalt Green has a pair of campuses with beautiful indoor pools.

It's easy to find a swimming pool in NYC during the summer months when there are plenty of FREE swimming pools to visit, but if you're looking for year-round options or less-crowded waters, the possibilities are more limited. We've rounded up the best indoor swimming pools in NYC offering day passes, from private pools to off-the-beaten-path community spots. All are kid-friendly and welcome families for swimming and other water fun.

Read on for our top picks for indoor swimming pools in NYC, and find more options for family fun in our NYC Kids Guide to Indoor Play Spaces and Fun Zones.

Free & Affordable Summer Camps in Philly 2025

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Kids get to explore nature at Morris Arboretum Camp. Photo courtesy of the arboretum

Looking for a stellar summer camp experience in Philadelphia without breaking the bank? Look no further! We've found lots of summer camps near Philly that are free or budget-friendly. There are plenty of options this year, from STEM camps and nature programs to art classes, with half-day and full-day options available. Check out our list of free and affordable kid camps near Philly as you plan a memorable summer for your little ones.

For more summer camps in Philly be sure to bookmark our Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory, where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town. Summer, here we come!

Best Overnight Summer Camps in California

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Kids have a blast in the ocean at Catalina Island. Photograph courtesy of Catalina Sea Camps

Overnight summer camps are pretty heady stuff: Sleep away from home, meet new friends, have adventures, master new abilities, boost social skills, develop confidence, and learn to handle situations without parents around! For parents, it's a chance to have a little kid-free time without feeling guilty, because we know our kids are having the experience of a lifetime—and disconnecting from their devices.

For some reason, sleepaway summer camp isn't quite as big a deal in California as it is in the Northeast. Still, we've scoured the state and found some pretty amazing overnight summer camps in California, from stunning Catalina Island to the rustic Sierra Nevada mountains.

For more fabulous overnight summer camps, check out our Sleepaway Summer Camp Guide to the Best Overnight Camps in the US. Or if you're looking to stay more local, bookmark our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory where you can search for summer camps by type, age, and town.

Top Things To Do on a Maldives Vacation With Kids: Everything You Need To Know!

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A shallow, crystal-clear Maldives lagoon is the perfect place for kids to swim.

As far as beach trips go, a Maldives vacation has it all—heavenly views, uncrowded beaches, a year-round tropical climate with warm water, culture, delicious food, and an abundance of activities to suit every interest and age level. If you want to unplug from your day-to-day and spend uninterrupted, quality time with your family in paradise, the Maldives is your trip. It's an experience your family will remember for the rest of their lives. 

We've gathered our best tips for the perfect Maldives vacation with children. We’ve also narrowed down the top things to do in the Maldives with kids, as well as our picks for the best family-friendly Maldives resorts and Maldives hotel options. It may take a minute to reach Asia’s smallest country, but once you’ve landed in the Maldives, we can almost guarantee you won't want to leave.

Find more bucket-list vacation options, from the Galapagos Islands to an African safari, in our International Family Travel Guide

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