| Kids Out and About Rochester
Sun, 8/23/2026 -
Sat, 8/29/2026
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WATER FOR ELEPHANTS HIGH SCHOOL EDITION
OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe
Water for Elephants, based on the bestselling novel by Sara Gruen, is a dazzling, heart-filled musical about Jacob, a young man desperate to escape his past, who jumps aboard a moving train uncertain of the road ahead. Finding himself on the ride of a lifetime, Jacob joins the colorful company of a traveling circus and is hired by the imperious ringmaster, August, as caretaker to the animals.
WILLY WONKA JR
OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe
The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka's chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl's fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight everyone's sweet tooth.
TREASURE ISLAND
OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe
This play follows Mrs. Wilson’s school class as they bring Treasure Island to life in their classroom. The students play all the parts by borrowing everyday classroom pieces to become their swords, telescopes, and treasure. In the story Jim Hawkins sets his course for adventure to find secret treasure with the unlikeliest teams.
Climbing Camp at RocVentures !
RocVentures Climbing Gym
Looking for an unforgettable way to keep your kids active, engaged, and off screens during school breaks? RocVentures Camps combine climbing, adventure, and nonstop fun in a welcoming environment where kids can challenge themselves, make new friends, and build confidence along the way. No climbing experience is required—our experienced staff will guide campers through indoor climbing, our high ropes course, team games, problem-solving activities, and more.
Rock City World Tour Camp With Oops All Bards: Age 4-6, Aug 24-28
Bach to Rock Penfield Music School
Bach to Rock's Rock City World Tour camp for age 4-6 runs the week of August 24-28. This week's theme is Oops All Bards which is under the fantasy theme!
Rock Band Camp With Oops All Bards: Age 7-17, August 24-28
Bach to Rock Penfield Music School
Bach to Rock's Rock Band day camp for age 7-17 runs the week of August 24-28. This week's theme is Oops All Bards which is under the fantasy theme!
Camp Sisol
Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester
Camp Sisol is a place where kids ages 5 and up are known by name, welcomed each morning, and quickly feel part of something special. Whether they’re climbing to new heights on our adventure course, soaring on the zip line, exploring the outdoors during nature, getting creative with arts and crafts, moving in dance, and so much more, every day is shared with friends and filled with camp magic. It’s where connections grow, confidence builds, and every child feels they belong.
Disney's Finding Nemo KIDS August 24-28
Stages (A Magical Journey Thru Stages)
Summer Camp @ Stages - 3rd floor West Herr Performing Arts Center, August 24-28, grades 1 - 5 , 9am-4pm. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home.
Summer Circuits with Brooklyn Robot Foundry Rochester
Brooklyn Robot Foundry Rochester
Make it a summer of creativity and fun with Brooklyn Robot Foundry! Each week of this popular Summer Circuits program features a cool theme, with special robot projects, crafts, games, outside time, and more awesomeness. Yes, kids will learn about circuitry and other STEAM-tastic wonders, but most of all they'll get silly and have a great time!
Gaming & Esports Summer Camp 2026 at Great Lakes Gaming
Great Lakes Gaming
GLG Summer camps provide kids and teens ages 8-12 & 13-16 with the opportunity to build friendships, sharpen skills, and dive into organized competitive gaming. In just one week, campers will learn lifelong skills through team challenges, structured gameplay, and beginner-friendly STEAM activities such as designing their own board and video games! Each week-long session is $500.
Summer Ninja Camp!
The Warrior Factory Rochester
The Warrior Factory Ninja Camp will include structured and unstructured activities that range from training techniques, open gym play, Ninja games (obstacle tag, N-I-N-J-A, Follow the Ninja, Warrior Wall Knockout), obstacle courses, and some Ninja-related activities (design a course, obstacle, t-shirt, etc.). The Warrior Factory Ninja Camp will be run by our engaging staff and camp spots will be limited to maintain a safe and fun staffing ratio!
Rock Climbing Summer Vacation Program at Central Rock Gym
Central Rock Gym Rochester
Designed for kids ages 8-13, our Summer Vacation Program provides an active fitness experience and the opportunity for beginner and recreational climbers to further their climbing skills. Through games, creative challenges, and skill building activities, participants will learn basic climbing skills/technique, improve kinesthetic sense, and increase self-confidence.
Girl Scouts of WNY - 2026 Summer Camp
Girl Scouts of Western New York
Your Adventure Begins Now! Explore the outdoors, try something new, and build skills that last a lifetime. Whether you’re discovering the wildlife in your own backyard, swimming in a lake for the first time at summer camp or being a citizen scientist and observing bees in your neighborhood park, every outdoor adventure grows your “I’ve got this” attitude. And once you unlock that confidence, you’ll aim as high as the stars you see outside your cabin window. Both day and overnight camps available July 1 - August 31, 2026.
Journey Through the Depths Summer Camp
Aquarium of Niagara
Calling all aspiring marine biologists! Campers will spend a week exploring ocean science alongside the Aquarium’s experts, gaining hands-on experience through water experiments, microscope investigations, habitat exploration, and behind-the-scenes lab access. By the end of the week, campers will have a deeper understanding of our blue planet, how scientists study it, and why it is so important to preserve and protect ocean ecosystems.
Sky Bound Flight Camp
Sky Bound Performance Arts Center
Soar into summer at Sky Bound Performance Arts Center! Our beginner-friendly mini camps give Flyers the chance to explore both aerial hoop and silk hammock in a fun, supportive environment. During this 2 hour camp, Flyers will begin with a fun warm up activity then transition to learning beginner tricks on the aerial hoop. After a short lunch break, Flyers will try the aerial hammocks followed by a cool down game. Perfect for kids looking to try something new, stay active, and have fun this summer — no experience needed!
Canandaigua Community Sailing Youth Camp
Canandaigua Community Sailing
CCS offers small-boat sailing instruction for youths ages 7 – 18. Help your kids discover the joy of sailing – it can last a lifetime! Canandaigua Community Sailing was created in 2017 to focus on connecting with the Canandaigua community. CCS is a place for both kids and adults to learn how to sail and race. Check out our website to register for lessons.
Summer Gymnastics Camps
Rochester Gymnastics Academy
Full or half-day camps. All Ages Early Drop off is from 8:00am to 9:00am. Late Pick-up is from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Students are encouraged to bring a healthy snack and drink for break. Refrigerator Available Parent Observation area available. Wi-Fi internet service and TV available. FULLY Air-conditioned Private Groups—We can schedule and plan a class at a time and date suitable to you.
Youth Summer Camps
Hudson Valley Writers Center
Still looking for youth summer camps? The Hudson Valley Writers Center's 2026 summer camps are now open! We have multiple week-long summer camps for grades 3-5, 5-8, and one for teens! We hope to see you there!
Kidstrong Summer Camp
Kidstrong East Rochester
When school is out, Kidstrong is in! Join us for an exciting, active, and fun weekly camp over the summer that will keep your child moving!
Kids BJJ Summer Camp
Rochester Phoenix Martial Arts
Kids BJJ Summer Camp Session II
RCN Summer Enrichment 2026
Rochester Childfirst Network
Our Summer Enrichment Camp offers a safe, engaging environment where children explore exciting weekly themes that spark creativity and curiosity—from STEM adventures to arts, nature, and cultural discovery. Each week is paired with enriching field trips that bring learning to life and create lasting memories. It’s a summer filled with hands-on experiences, new friendships, and opportunities to grow academically and socially.
Around the World Art Camp
Art Center of Rochester LLC
Get your passports ready for Around the World Art Camp!
EquiCenter Summer Program
EquiCenter, Inc.
Equicenter’s Summer Program offers a dynamic weekly experience for youth 5+, combining hands-on horse activities, nature-based learning, and horticulture, all while fostering social and emotional growth. With sensory areas for regulation and flexible classroom activities, it’s the perfect way to gain horse knowledge and enjoy the outdoors this summer.
Mary Poppins, Jr.
MT Ed
The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again.
Pottery Painting
Color Me Mine Pittsford
Camps are held Monday-Thursday 11am-3pm. 1 project a day will be created. Full week of camp sign ups by 5/31/26 receive a VIP membership. That's a $75 value and gets your camper 20% off bisque painted with us for 1 year after camp ends.
Creative Themes Day Camp 2026 for grades K-7
Creative Themes Day Camp
The Day Camp program is designed for campers in grades K-7. These campers will spend their days immersed in Creative Themes’s beautiful outdoor setting. Our schedule gives campers a variety of choices throughout the day. The camp activities make everyday fun! Camp is located at 325 Eaglehead Rd, East Rochester.
Magic of Disney Camp
The Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
Join us as we sing and dance our way through your Disney favorites!
Color Me Mine Art Camp
Color Me Mine Webster
       Monday-Thursday        11am-3pm. $305 per camper 1 project will be created per day.  Full week camp sign ups by 5/31/26 receive a VIP membership.  That's a $75 value that gets your camper 20% off pottery painted with us for one year after their camp week ends.                          
Nature R-Camps
City of Rochester, NY
The City of Rochester is offering summer camps, from July 6th through August 28th, at a weekly rate of $175 for city residents and $225 for non-city residents. Locations include; Genesee Valley Fieldhouse, Lake Riley Lodge and Maplewood Nature Center. For more information contact: Jasmine.Chastine@cityofrochester.gov
Ninja Camps at USA Ninja Challenge
USA Ninja Challenge Rochester
We offer single-day and week-long camps for kids ages 6-13. The camps are held from 9am-12pm.