VM Picks: 2026 Top Kids Summer Camps in Metro Vancouver

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Summer Camps are back in full swing. So go ahead and enroll your kids in one of these creative, active or just plain fun summer camps around Metro Vancouver. Whether it’s indoor or outdoor, half or day-long, we’ve got ideas. Take a look at the line-up of Summer Camps that your kids will have a great experience with.

List updated April 2026

2026 Top Summer Camps in Metro Vancouver

Science World

Science World Summer Camps explores human history, evolution, and our weird and wonderful biology! This year’s theme is “Amazing Humans” and campers heading into Grade 1 to Grade 8 (ages 5 – 13) will embark on a week-long adventure packed with hands-on, inquiry-based learning. It’s designed to be an inspirational and uplifting celebration of humankind with storytelling elements!

Stay tuned for more information about Science World Summer Camps. Registration opens on April 13, 2026

Elevate Ultimate

Join Elevate Ultimate for an unforgettable summer camp experience! Their camps offer the joy of sports with a focus on Ultimate Frisbee. With over 10,000 kids coached annually and a stellar reputation supported by over 100 five-star reviews, their dedicated team is committed to providing enriching experiences for children of all ages. Their camps emphasize teamwork, personal growth, and creating lasting summer memories. Join us for a summer filled with fun, friendship, and valuable life skills!

Emily Carr University of Art & Design

Got a teen who lives to create? Emily Carr’s Summer Teen Programs give young artists real studio time, real instructors, and a real feel for creative life at one of Canada’s top art and design universities.

Junior Arts Institute | Ages 13–15 A two-week deep dive into one creative discipline, drawing, illustration, animation or design, wrapped up with a showcase of their work.

Summer Institute for Teens | Ages 16–18 A month-long program where older teens choose a studio focus, build their portfolio, and end the summer with a public exhibition.

A summer that’s actually worth getting off the couch for.

Camp Qwanoes

Camp Qwanoes offers the ultimate west coast summer experience for kids and teens — a place where adventure, friendship, and discovery fill every day. With over 75 activities and a stunning oceanfront setting, campers enjoy endless opportunities to explore, grow, and have fun, all led by a dedicated staff team from around the world.

For families coming from the mainland, travel is simple and seamless. Since 1966, Camp Qwanoes has made it easy to get to camp. Campers meet staff at a reserved check-in area at Tsawwassen Mills Mall, where luggage is loaded and ready to go. From there, staff supervise the journey through the ferry terminal and across to Vancouver Island. Upon arrival, camp buses bring them straight to Qwanoes, where an exciting welcome awaits.

To get a glimpse of the adventure ahead, watch the Qwanoes Summer Camp Video

Wildplay E lement Parks

WildPlay Maple Ridge’s Anti-Gravity Camps for ages 5 – 14 are bringing the summer fun! Get ready for high-flying adventures, challenges, and non-stop action!
Campers will dive into action-packed days filled with climbing, zip lining, and exciting outdoor challenges. As they push their limits, they’ll gain confidence, forge new friendships, and uncover strengths they never knew they had. With a mix of adventure, teamwork, and engaging hands-on activities, they’ll head home each day with epic stories to tell and likely ready to crash early!

Summer Camp dates:

Ages 10 – 14, Full week, 9AM – 5PM

July 6 – 10 [Register]
July 13 – 17 [Register]
August 10 – 14 [Register]
Ages 5 – 8, Full week, 9AM – 12PM

July 20 – 24 | [Register]

(Bonus!) Pro-D Camps for ages 7 – 14, 9AM – 5PM

April 24 – [Register]
May 13 – [Register]
May 25 – [Register]
***Early Bird Registration is now open—the sooner you register, the more you save!Season passholders save $25 off full-week registration with code AGCSP. Plus, register before June 30th and save another $25!*** Spots are limited

Camp Monarch

In 2026, Camp Monarch celebrates its 24th year as a beloved summer arts day camp in North Vancouver. Young creators are invited to explore dance, theatre, music, and visual art in a welcoming and supportive environment. Guided by professional instructors, campers discover new artistic disciplines and collaborate on inspiring creative projects. With themes drawn from global cultures, campers are encouraged to express themselves, build confidence, and grow their talents. Camp Monarch offers a summer filled with creativity, personal growth, and lasting friendships.

Vancouver Independent School
for Science And Technology (VISST)

VISST camps offer fun and hands-on STEM programs for students aged 8-17, taught by award-winning instructors and PhDs. Topics covered include Machine Learning, Sustainability, Game Programming, and more. The curriculum is adaptable and allows students to learn at their own pace. Humanities topics like Writing and History are also available. Upon completion, students earn a certificate of completion.

Uphoria Yoga

Join Üphoria Yoga this summer for a fun-filled journey of yoga, mindfulness, creativity & outdoor adventures. From in-studio play to exploring with our Yoga Van, every week brings something new!

WEEKLY THEMES:

June 29–July 3 – Ocean Explorers
July 6–10 – Nature Ninjas
July 13–17 – Creative Arts Adventure
July 20–24 – Movement & Sports
July 27–31 – Science & Mindfulness
Aug 4–7 – Animal Lovers
Aug 10–14 – Water & Adventure
Aug 17–21 – Leadership & Confidence
Aug 24–28 – Friendship & Kindness

PROGRAM OPTIONS:

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Summer Series (Ages 3–5)
Morning: 9:00–11:30 AM
Afternoon: 1:00–3:30 PM

Summer Camp (Ages 5–8 & 9–12)
Half Day: 9:00–12:00 OR 1:00–4:00
Full Day: 9:00–4:00

Flourish Education and Mentorship Society
( Formerly known as Fire and Flower Girls)

Fire and Flower Girls is dedicated to empowering and mentoring girls and gender-diverse youth as they navigate the complex journey into womanhood and adulthood through creating a space of radical acceptance for girls and gender-diverse youth to know, feel, see, and express how amazing they are. Each of our empowerment programs explore different themes and concepts related to young womanhood/adulthood. In every camp, learning is balanced with a daily dose of nature time, games and relevant crafts for each program. This year we are employing a free service model for the first time, which we hope will create lasting change for our organization and the communities we serve. In addition to serving the Vancouver community, programs are also available across the lower mainland including in Cumberland, Whistler, Gibsons and the North Shore. We hope you will join us by registering today!