Camps

Dream, explore, and so much more. The Elmhurst Park District offers a variety of Summer Camps, from a full-day camp experience with full time day care to short one-week camps exploring a particular interest.

With everything from Swim Camp to Gymnastics Camp, Funseekers to Tennis Camp, your happy camper will enjoy a summer full of new activities in a nurturing environment designed to maximize opportunities for HAVING FUN!

Full Day Camp Options

Funseekers Mini (ages 4-5)

Campers should be entering Preschool or Kindergarten in Fall 2025.

This camp provides an action packed, full day of camp for 4 and 5-year-olds. Campers will spend most of their time outdoors with age-appropriate activities and themes. Each week campers will be visited by a special guest for an in-house field trip. Campers will also walk to The Hub to play in the spray ground twice a week. Our daily schedule does include rest time. Staff to camper ratio is 1:5.

Funseekers Day Camp (ages 6-10)

Campers should be entering 1st-5th Grade in Fall 2025.

This is THE go-to camp for an exciting summer of fun! Let our experienced, enthusiastic, and highly trained staff lead your child through a safe and engaging summer. We have small groups, low camper to staff ratios, and great indoor and outdoor spaces for our many well-planned activities.

Choose between our original north side location at the Wagner Community Center and our beautiful south side location at the Eldridge Park Recreation Building. After Camp Care is also available at both locations. Campers will swim at our outdoor pools two times a week and attend one field trip a week. 2025 Camp Calendars coming soon!

Camp Canteen Teen Camp (ages 11-13)

Campers should be entering 6-8th Grade in Fall 2025.

Camp Canteen is the perfect active day camp for kids entering 6th-8th grade! Located at the Wagner Community Center, our experienced, enthusiastic and highly trained staff lead your child through a safe and engaging summer. We have small groups, low camper to staff ratios and great indoor and outdoor spaces for well-planned activities. Canteen campers will swim at our outdoor pools twice a week and attend two field trips each week. Before and after camp care is also available for those who need an extended day. 2025 Camp Calendar coming soon!

Turf & Surf Camp (ages 10-14)

Gear up for the best on-the-road biking camp around! Each morning you’ll hit the turf with your bike and visit a local destination for a fun field trip or outdoor adventure. After lunch, we’ll bike to the pool for swimming before dismissal at 3pm. Introduction to Turf & Surf is the perfect chance to try out this camp at a slower pace. Turf & Surf Camp is recommended for campers who are looking to ride at a quicker pace or may have already completed Intro to Turf & Surf Camp

PLEASE NOTE: Participants may bike in adverse weather conditions from time to time. All campers are required to have a working, geared bike, bike lock, helmet, water bottle and backpack. Participants will not be permitted to ride without a helmet and should bring a sack lunch and snack each day.

Summer Dance Camp (ages 6-15)

This full day camp gives dancers the opportunity to explore the art of dance with an emphasis on learning skills, choreography, and technique in two genres of dance each session. Each week, dancers will engage in warmups, technique, across floor exercises, and receive small and large group dance instruction. 

Half Day Camp Options

Ultimate Sports Camp (ages 5-10)

Ultimate Sports Camp emphasizes skill development and fundamental knowledge of various sports. In addition to the classics of soccer, baseball, and basketball, campers will have the chance to experience unique sports such as Ultimate Frisbee, Kickball, Lacrosse, Capture the Flag, and Wiffle Ball.  Once participants acquire a basic skills foundation, we'll implement their learnings in small games.  On the last day of camp, campers meet at The Hub at Berens Park for sand volleyball and batting cages.

Add on Half-Time, our lunch program to extend the fun. Pack a healthy sack lunch and water bottle and refuel on the sideline before participating in an afternoon session of Ultimate Sports Camp to make the fun last all day!

Camp Firefly (ages 3-5)

Camp Firefly caters to Elmhurst's youngest campers. Weekly themes and daily activities include arts & crafts, stories, games, outdoor play, and themed activities. Camp Firefly is the perfect way to ease your child's transition into preschool or keep your preschooler active and engaged throughout the summer. Children must be able to use the restroom independently.

Tickets to Travel (ages 3-5)

Spend your summer exploring the world without ever having to leave Elmhurst! Stamp your passport in Brazil, Egypt, Nigeria, Germany and more! Each week we’ll explore a different country's culture, landmarks, and traditions through crafts, games, books and other hands-on activities. Children must be able to use the restroom independently.

Safety Town Camp (ages 4.5-6)

Be a safe citizen in Elmhurst’s miniature Safety Town. Learn about bicycle, pedestrian, train, police, fire, electrical, bus safety and tricky people in addition to basic first aid. Course activities include stories, guest speakers, activities, and guided play around Safety Town. 

Recreation and Enrichment Summer Camps

Camps in recreation programs, including aquatics, early childhood, dance, golf, gymnastics, tennis and theatre are also available during the summer. Check out our flyer of camps by age for a full list of camp offerings (available Late Winter 2024)

FAQ 2024 Summer Camps

How old does my child need to be to attend camp?
The Elmhurst Park District offers a variety of camp options for all ages. Campers must be the appropriate minimum age by the start day of the camp they are registered for unless otherwise noted. 

Please Note: Mini Funseekers, Funseekers Day Camps and Camp Canteen camps all calculate age based on age as of September 1, 2025, to place children into the correct grade level pod. If you have held your child back, or pushed your child ahead in grades, please contact Trent Grossman at (630) 993-8678 or through our contact form.  

Does the Elmhurst Park District prorate camp fees? 
Camp fees will be prorated in whole weeks only and only after the camp has started its session. For example, a camper who starts camp on any day other than Monday, must pay for the entire week they start camp. 

Can I register for camp but only pay for the days my child can attend?
No. Campers must register and pay for each camp as it is offered. 

Questions for Specific Camps?

General Camp Information

Waitlist Policies

• If the camp you have selected is full, you will be put on the waiting list for that section.
• If an opening becomes available, those on the waitlist will be contacted according to their position on the waitlist. If there is more than one week before the first day of camp, you will have 48 hours to respond and provide payment to secure your placement in the camp. If there is less than one week before the first day of camp, all participants on the waitlist will be contacted and open positions will be filled on a first come, first served basis. 
• If you no longer wish to be waitlisted for a specific camp, please contact our registration office at (630) 993-8900 so they can remove you from the waitlist. 

Parent Information & Emergency Forms

All non-contractual camps utilize ePACT, an electronic health record system for camps and schools. More information about ePACT for these camps will be send to you after registration via e-mail. 

The security, confidentiality and privacy of your camper’s personal information will always be protected. Only select Elmhurst Park District staff will have access to camper information. 

All camper information forms/information must be submitted by May 1 via ePACT.

Inclusion Services

The Elmhurst Park District is committed to promoting and encouraging positive interactions among participants with and without disabilities. Staff members are available to assist participants with accommodations needed for success in and enjoyment of our programs in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. 

At time of registration, contact the Inclusion Services Supervisor, Sean Tovey at (630) 993-8670 to discuss any special needs or accommodations your child may require. Parent cooperation and support is essential to this process. 

Payment, Withdrawal & Refund Information

Financial Assistance

To make our programs and memberships available to all residents, regardless of economic situation, a Financial Assistance Program is available to qualified Elmhurst Park District residents. Please visit Financial Assistance or contact (630) 993-8900 for more information. 

Refund & Withdrawal Policy

In the event you need to cancel a camp, please do so immediately. Withdrawals can be done online through your online account or by submitting at Camp Withdrawal Form to the registration office at registrationepd.org (registration[at]epd[dot]org), or by calling (630) 993-8900. 

A $25 cancellation fee will apply to refunds for each session of camp that costs over $175, and a $10 cancellation fee for camps less than $175. Refund requests for camps must be received 10 business days or more prior to the start of camp to be eligible for a refund. Refunds requested within 10 business days will be considered only for injury or illness with a doctor's note before the camp begins.

Camp Payment Plans

The camps listed below are the all-day camp options offered internally at the park district. At time of registration, customers will be defaulted into a payment plan for these camps. A $100 deposit per child, per week of camp will be charged at time of registration. This amount is put toward the remaining balance of that camp week. When using a payment plan, the system will require two forms of payment. Please be sure to have two credit cards available at time of registration. Please see the chart below for important billing dates. 

Qualifying Camps

• Mini Funseekers
• Funseekers Day Camp North
• Funseekers Day Camp South
• Camp Canteen
• Intro to Turf & Surf Camp
• Turf & Surf Camp
• Summer Dance Camp