| Kids Out and About Buffalo
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Sat, 8/22/2026
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Discovery Camps at Buffalo Museum of Science
Buffalo Museum of Science
We've got weekly day camps for grades Pre-K to 5 and special teen camps this summer! Young campers can discover outer space, archaeology, colorful science, and monsters of the deep between June 29 - September 4 while teens can explore gaming creation, backstage science, space, and microscopes on select weeks. Late pick-up options are available until 5:30 p.m. Slots filling fast!
Stitching Through Time
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Learn to make all kinds of stitches; from sewing, to cross stitching, to weaving, to embroidery, and more! Visit houses in the historic village to look for handmade crafts and see how they were used. Meet our sheep and discover all of the steps along the way to process their wool into a final garment. Hone your own skills as you make a variety of handcrafted, textiles-based items.
Quills, Slates, & Graces
Genesee Country Village & Museum
This summer we’re going old-school! Participate in authentic 19th-century lessons at the schoolhouse, barter for supplies at Altay Store and play games from the past. Meet with Historic Village craftspeople and make your own 19th-century projects to take home. You won’t want to cut this class! This is a great choice for an introduction to summer camp at GCV&M.
Farm Kids
Genesee Country Village & Museum
You can bet the farm your children will have fun at this camp! Spend a week learning and doing at the Early Settlement Farm. Help with animal care, collect eggs, tend crops, grind corn, and horse around! Plant the seed for a lifelong love of learning.
History Camps at GCV&M
Genesee Country Village & Museum
With the GCV&M Historic Village as the setting for adventure, campers dressed in period clothing are immersed in the lives and times of young people of the 19th-century. Campers discover the Pioneer Farm, sample Village life, or dive deeper into 19th century trades, skills, and traditions.
Beginning Hearth Cooking
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Have fun learning open-hearth cooking during this hands-on class for girls and boys. Explore the museum gardens, and bring seasonal ingredients back to the kitchen. Learn how to correctly build a fire for open-hearth cooking and make simple 19th-century dishes. During the week students will also make their very own receipt (recipe) book to bring home.
Nature Camps at GCV&M
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Budding naturalists and outdoor adventurers will love exploring more than 550 acres of environmental preserve. Campers gain valuable knowledge of the natural world through hands-on exploration of the Nature Center ponds, woodlands, and meadows. Play in the creek, catch your first fish, hike the trails, or learn how to build a campfire.
School of Witchcraft & Wizardry
Genesee Country Village & Museum
We are hereby pleased to inform you that you have been accepted to the GCV&M School of Witchcraft and Wizardry! You will need to bring only your love of all things magical. We await your owl, or application, to confirm your enrollment. Attend potions class, study the care of magical creatures, design a wand, learn about astronomy, and explore the world of The Boy Who Lived.
Creativity Camps at GCV&M
Genesee Country Village & Museum
For children who love to exercise their imaginations, we have a variety of magical experiences! Campers may tumble down the rabbit hole, flitter off to Neverland, enroll in a magical academy, or search the woods for local mythological creatures as they explore, experiment, discover, and create.
Fairytales & Fables
Genesee Country Village & Museum
With the GCV&M Historic Village as the setting for adventure, campers dressed in period clothing are immersed in the lives and times of young people of the 19th-century. Campers discover the Pioneer Farm, sample Village life, or dive deeper into 19th century trades, skills, and traditions.
Animal Adventures
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Why do birds fly, frogs hop, and ladybugs have spots? Which animals build nests in trees, dig holes in the ground, sleep in the forest or live in a pond? We will hone our skills with the magnifying glasses and binoculars as we find out the answers to these questions and more! Join us as we explore the fascinating lives of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and insects through stories, crafts, and other fun activities.
Nature Play
Genesee Country Village & Museum
The great outdoors is great for kids! During this program, campers will work as a team to sample what Mother Nature has to offer as they immerse themselves in the natural world and engage in a variety of crafts, games, and activities. Play in the creek, build a fort, search for salamanders, explore the trails and ponds, cool off in the sprinkler, amongst other adventures
Salamander Squad
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Amazing amphibians are all around us, you just need to know where to look! Spend a week searching the woodlands and ponds for these cold-blooded creatures around the nature center, where they are known to live. Learn how to safely locate, document, and protect each species. Use field guides, nets and magni-viewers to study them up close. Listen to stories, sing songs, create salamander crafts, and more!
Fishing
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Whether you are new to fishing or have been fishing for years, there is something for everyone in this class! Learn (or sharpen) your skills in identifying species of fish and aquatic insects, scouting for bait, baiting a hook, catching, preparing and cooking a fish over an open fire. Practice your skills while exploring fishing ponds and the Oatka Creek located on the Museum land that is open only for guided experiences.
Heroes Vs Villians Summer Camp - Orchard Park
Stutelage Innovations
Unleash your inner hero—or your sneaky villain side—in this action-packed week of imaginative fun! Campers will dive into engaging stories and explore themes of courage, creativity, and teamwork through daily read-alouds and writing activities. Each day brings fresh excitement, from designing wearable hero and villain art to building stackable castles and embarking on thrilling team quests.
Moana Summer Camp - East Amherst
Stutelage Innovations
Set sail on a high-seas adventure in honor of the new live-action Moana film! Campers will journey across the ocean with a week full of hands-on activities that are shore to delight. They'll test their STEM skills by building boats that float, returning the Heart of Te Fiti through teamwork, and crafting ocean-inspired art and island treats fit for any voyager.
Camp Carnival Summer Camp - Orchard Park
Stutelage Innovations
Step right up and welcome to Camp Carnival, where summer fun feels just like a day at the fair! Campers will jump into the excitement by creating their own popcorn buckets, whipping up marshmallow cotton candy, and designing a one-of-a-kind carnival ticket before the games begin. Laughter will fill the air during classic competitions like the spoon-and-egg race, potato sack race, and a fan-favorite carnival toss game.
Harry Potter Summer Camp - Clarence Center
Stutelage Innovations
Wands at the ready for a magical week in the wizarding world! Campers will get sorted into their Hogwarts house just like in the Great Hall, then craft enchanted magnets, build their own version of the famous castle, and hunt for Horcruxes like Dumbledore. They'll launch golden snitches, play a fast-paced Quidditch-style math game, and whip up Honeydukes-inspired treats Madam Rosmerta would love.
Lego Summer Camp - Hamburg
Stutelage Innovations
Brick by brick, campers will build a week full of creativity, teamwork, and hands-on learning! Each day features exciting Lego-themed activities that blend subjects like math, science, social studies, and art with plenty of imaginative play. They'll explore global cultures through flags, engineer bridges and volcanoes, and dive into artistic projects like Lego stamping and Q-tip painting.
Craftmania Summer Camp - Clarence Center
Stutelage Innovations
Get ready for a week of hands-on fun at Craftmania, where every day explores a fresh theme through creativity and curiosity. Campers will start with a nature-inspired day full of outdoor discoveries, floral printing, and crafty binocular-making. From there, we’ll jump into colorful celebrations with fizzy fruit drinks and mini piñatas, then dive into the world of color with experiments, history, and vibrant paper flowers.
Jurassic Explorers Summer Camp - Hamburg
Stutelage Innovations
Step into prehistoric times for a week of dino-sized discovery and fun. Campers will explore ancient habitats, create fossil rubbings and texture tiles, and learn where dinosaurs once roamed. They'll experiment with sound in a Dino Stomp Lab, investigate the traits of herbivores and carnivores, and bring dinosaurs to life through storytelling and hands-on projects.
Junior Chefs Summer Camp - Williamsville
Stutelage Innovations
Junior Chefs Summer Camp is a fun, hands-on experience where children explore the joy of cooking while building creativity and confidence. Each day, campers will make two kid-friendly recipes, learning basic kitchen skills such as measuring, mixing, following directions, and working safely with food.
Grossology Summer Camp - Williamsville
Stutelage Innovations
Get ready for giggles and “ewws” at Grossology Summer Camp, where learning is delightfully disgusting! Campers dive into hands-on lessons all about germs, mucus, poop, bugs, and all things gross—while discovering the amazing science behind them. Kids will explore how germs spread and how to stop them, why mucus is actually a body superhero, what poop can tell us about health, and how creepy-crawly bugs play important roles in our world.
The Cat In The Hat Summer Camp - Grand Island
Stutelage Innovations
In celebration of the new Cat in the Hat movie, this week invites campers to explore the bold, bizarre, and brilliant world of Dr. Seuss through a mix of creativity, challenges, and fun. They'll decode secret messages, tackle STEM builds, and dive into rhyming riddles and wordplay that sharpen both reading and math skills.
Minions & Monsters Summer Camp - Grand Island
Stutelage Innovations
Get ready for a week of mischievous fun at Minions and Monsters Camp, inspired by the excitement of the brand-new Minions movie. We’ll dive into the world of everyone’s favorite yellow troublemakers and their monster friends through stories, creative writing, hands-on math games, and energetic team challenges. Campers will design crowns, build their own minion models, explore the banana life cycle, and create a fun no-oven banana treat.
Slime Time - Session #2 Summer Camp - East Amherst
Stutelage Innovations
Get ready for a week where things get seriously squishy! At Slime Time, campers will dive into all things gooey with a wild variety of hands-on slime experiments, including pearl, floam, fairy dough, and even chocolate chip cookie dough slime. Each day brings a new kind of fun, from reading hilarious science-themed stories to trying birthday math tricks and learning how chocolate is made.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Summer Camp - Lancaster
Stutelage Innovations
Step into the glimmering world of idols, shadows, and secrets in this weeklong tribute to the universe of K-Pop Demon Hunters. Inspired by the high-energy choreography, sleek aesthetics, and dramatic lore of cinematic music videos, campers will create spinner charms and Shin-Kals that channel their inner HUNTR/X. They'll crack demon codes, mix aura potions, and train through epic team missions, just like the ones from their favorite music video storylines.
Zootopia 2 Summer Camp - East Amherst
Stutelage Innovations
In celebration of the new Zootopia 2 movie, campers will step into a world where animals run the city, and every species has a role to play! Each day brings creative challenges and clever twists—designing animal badges, measuring mystery footprints, and even racing against sloth-speed timers. They’ll build their own version of Zootopia, explore animal habitats, and imagine jobs for a city full of critters big and small.
Wild Weather Summer Camp - Lancaster
Stutelage Innovations
Get ready for a whirlwind week of exciting experiments, colorful creations, and hands-on discovery as we explore nature's most powerful forces. Campers will investigate tornadoes, rainbows, volcanoes, thunderstorms, and blizzards through engaging science challenges, creative art projects, and interactive group games.
K-Pop Demon Hunters Summer Camp - East Amherst
Stutelage Innovations
Step into the glimmering world of idols, shadows, and secrets in this weeklong tribute to the universe of K-Pop Demon Hunters. Inspired by the high-energy choreography, sleek aesthetics, and dramatic lore of cinematic music videos, campers will create spinner charms and Shin-Kals that channel their inner HUNTR/X. They'll crack demon codes, mix aura potions, and train through epic team missions, just like the ones from their favorite music video storylines.
Kippewa Family Camp
Camp Kippewa
Kippewa Family Camp welcomes families for a fun-filled, all-ages adventure on the shores of Lake Cobbosseecontee, creating a beloved summer tradition that keeps families returning year after year. Join us this summer and experience why Kippewa Family Camp is the ultimate Maine family getaway! Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, Family Camp lets you choose your own pace.
Camp Invention Summer 2026
Camp Invention: National
The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
Youth Fencing Camp 2026 at Rochester Fencing Club
Rochester Fencing Club
Weeklong camps July 13-August 21: Join us for a fun-filled camp (full and half day) with a focus on the art of sword fighting. Full Day Camp (9AM to 3PM) teaches the skills of the Olympic sport of fencing, martial arts, stage combat, and more. Half Day Camp will be fencing only (9AM to 12PM). This camp is designed for individuals between 8 and 14 years of age and for anyone without any previous experience, or anyone interested in brushing up on their fencing and martial arts skills! 
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.
An Amazing Summer with Just for Kids: Grand Island Summer Club
Just for Kids School Age Programs
Give your child a summer they’ll never forget at Just for Kids Summer Club in Grand Island! Held at Kaegebein Elementary School, campers will enjoy exciting field trips, themed weeks, water play, sports, creative projects, meals included each day, and much more! With flexible programming—choose your days and weeks with just a 3-day-per-week minimum—Just for Kids is the fun, safe, and stress-free choice families love!
An Amazing Summer with Just for Kids: Sweet Home Summer Club
Just for Kids School Age Programs
Give your child a summer they’ll never forget at Just for Kids Summer Club in the Sweet Home School District! Held at Heritage Heights Elementary School, campers will enjoy exciting field trips, themed weeks, water play, sports, creative projects, meals included each day, and much more! With flexible programming—choose your days and weeks with just a 3-day-per-week minimum—Just for Kids is the fun, safe, and stress-free choice families love!
An Amazing Summer with Just for Kids: Williamsville Summer Club
Just for Kids School Age Programs
Give your child a summer they’ll never forget at Just for Kids Summer Club in Williamsville! Held at Heim Middle School, campers will enjoy exciting field trips, themed weeks, swimming/water play, sports, creative projects, meals included each day, and much more! With flexible programming—choose your days and weeks with just a 3-day-per-week minimum—Just for Kids is the fun, safe, and stress-free choice families love!
An Amazing Summer with Just for Kids! Summer Club 2026
Just for Kids School Age Programs
Give your child a summer they’ll never forget at Just for Kids Summer Club! Held at school-based locations in Grand Island, Hamburg, Sweet Home, and Williamsville, campers will enjoy exciting field trips, themed weeks, swimming/water play, sports, creative projects, meals included each day, and much more! With flexible programming—choose your days and weeks with just a 3-day-per-week minimum—Just for Kids is the fun, safe, and stress-free choice families love!
Engineering For Kids Summer Camps: Build, Create, and Innovate
Engineering For Kids of Buffalo
Engineering For Kids summer camps offer hands-on engineering, building, and technology activities that spark creativity and problem-solving skills. Campers explore real-world STEM concepts through fun, age-appropriate projects in a supportive and engaging environment. Multiple locations and weeks are available throughout the Buffalo area.
Kids Arts Cam, Imagination Lab
Genesee Valley Council on the Arts
Elementary and Middle School Students are invited to join us for our full day (9am-4pm) Kids Art Camp, Imagination Lab August 17th - 21st located on the Livingston County Campus in Mount Morris, NY. Camp features a vibrant mix of activities, including painting, drawing, dancing, acting, music, circus and more!
2 or 3 week Sessions in the Heart of the Adirondacks!
Camp Southwoods
Set against Paradox Lake sunsets and nights full of s'mores, in our 2 or 3 week sessions, your campers form lifelong bonds, build confidence, and come home with too many memories to stuff into their duffel bags. Located in the heart of the Adirondack mountains, we take every opportunity to offer programs beyond our gate. From summiting Mount Marcy to playing in inter-camp soccer games, and all the frog catching, soft serve ice cream and alpacas in between: Camp Southwoods is the place for campers ages 7-16 to be known and celebrated for their authentic selves.
Creature Feature Summer Camp
Aquarium of Niagara
Take a deep dive into the facts about some of the ocean’s most fascinating animals during this weeklong camp. Within an immersive Aquarium environment (with plenty of outdoor activities built in), campers learn alongside live animals, explore behind-the-scenes spaces, and engage with Aquarium experts who care for animals every day.
Camp Stella Maris Day Camp
Camp Stella Maris
For 100 years, Camp Stella Maris has been a home away from home for campers to try new and exciting things, challenge themselves, and make friends that will last a lifetime. Campers unplug for the week and experience the excitement of an entire summer in just six days. Our overnight campers sleep in one of our 21 cabins while Day Campers share the facilities during the day. Shaving cream wars, mudslides, and campfires are some CSM classics that campers are sure to love.
Camp Stella Maris "4 Day Stay" Overnight Camp
Camp Stella Maris
For 100 years, Camp Stella Maris has been a home away from home for campers to try new and exciting things, challenge themselves, and make friends that will last a lifetime. Campers unplug for the week and experience the excitement of an entire summer in just six days. Our overnight campers sleep in one of our 21 cabins while Day Campers share the facilities during the day. Shaving cream wars, mudslides, and campfires are some CSM classics that campers are sure to love.
August Junior Summer Dance Intensive
Draper Center for Dance
3 Week August Summer Dance Intensive at Draper Center for Dance Education
Overnight Camp
Camp Stella Maris
The ultimate summer adventure where campers unplug, explore, and make friends for life. In six action-packed days, they splash in the lake, try new activities, tackle challenges, and share campfire stories — from mudslides to singing under the stars, every moment is filled with fun, friendship, and unforgettable summer magic.
August Senior Summer Dance Intensive
Draper Center for Dance
August 3 week Senior Summer Dance Intensive at the Draper Center for Dance Education
Taekwondo Summer Camp
World Class Taekwondo
Looking for an engaging, safe, and educational summer camp for your kids in the Western New York and Buffalo area? World Class Taekwondo offers an action-packed summer camp experience that your child will love. Our camps are designed to provide a fun, enriching environment for children ages 5-12.
North Country Camps Invites Families to Discover an Unforgettable Summer Experience
North Country Camps
North Country Camps is a traditional sleepaway camp in New York’s Adirondack Mountains for children ages 8–15. With a focus on outdoor adventure, choice, and community, campers enjoy an unplugged summer that builds confidence, independence, and lasting friendships. Registration is now open for the upcoming season, and families are invited to learn more about this classic Adirondack camp experience.
Camp Spirit
Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northtowns
Day camp held Monday thru Friday in North Tonawanda from 7:00am-6:00pm on June 29-August 21, 2026.
Amherst Community Church Child Care Center Summer Camp
Amherst Community Church Child Care Center
A Summer camp in Amherst, NY. Each week has a different theme. This camp is best suited for students entering kindergarten - 3rd grade.
Young Artist Summer Camp: Session 2 (Ages 6-12) at Locust Street Art
Locust Street Art Classes
In this jam-packed two week summer camp, young artists will have the opportunity to explore tons of art materials and seriously develop their skills and abilities in art.
Summer Ninja Camp Session 7 @ TWF Buffalo - Hamburg
The Warrior Factory Buffalo South - HAMBURG
Week-long (M-F), Half Day (9am-12pm) and Full Day (9am-3pm) options available, with late pick-up (4pm) add-on for Full Day. The Warrior Factory Ninja Camp will include structured and unstructured activities that range from training techniques, open 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.). Camp spots will be limited to maintain a safe and fun staffing ratio.
Christian Summer Camp 2026 at Camp Li-Lo-Li in Randolph, NY
Camp Li-Lo-Li
We are a Christian summer camp providing opportunities for youth (ages 8 1/2 to 17) for an overnight camp experience enjoying God's creation and learning from God's Word. We also have opportunities for families to attend camp together during one of our Family Camp Weekends or our Family Camp Week! We look forward to having you join us!
Summer Ninja Camp Session 7 @ TWF Buffalo - Williamsville
The Warrior Factory Buffalo North - WILLIAMSVILLE
Week-long (M-F), Half Day (9am-12pm) and Full Day (9am-3pm) options available, with late pick-up (4pm) add-on for Full Day. The Warrior Factory Ninja Camp will include structured and unstructured activities that range from training techniques, open 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.). Camp spots will be limited to maintain a safe and fun staffing ratio.
Summer Break Vacation Program
Central Rock Gym Buffalo
Give your kids a summer break experience that they'll never forget!
Summer Day Camp 2026
Boys & Girls Club of Elma, Marilla & Wales
Meet new friends and have a blast at our Summer Day Camp with themed weeks, large playground on site, weekly field trips, big outdoor space to play, crafts, sports in the gym, games room and more!
Build It Up Summer Camp at Zion Lutheran Church - Clarence Center
Zion Lutheran Church - Clarence Center
Build It Up Summer Camp is a fun, character-focused program for students in grades K–5, running July 6 through August 22. Campers grow through engaging activities that build confidence, teamwork, and positive values in a supportive environment. Flexible enrollment options, discounted rates, and affordable $35 sessions are available—visit our website to pre-register today! Offered over seven exciting weeks, this engaging program is designed for elementary-aged children to grow, connect, and thrive in a fun, supportive environment.
Horseback riding summer camp
Strides of Grace Equestrian, LLC
Camp Days will include: Arts & Crafts, Horse Care, Grooming, Bathing, Painting, and Games! Your child will be encouraged to explore and learn about horses in a safe and nurturing environment. Horseback riding & activities have numerous benefits for children such as instilling confidence, independence, and responsibility, and communication skills.
Summer Junior Sailing
BYC Foundation
Get ready for an unforgettable summer with our Junior Sailing Program! Running July 29th to August 21st, Monday – Friday, 9am–4pm, it’s perfect for kids ages 6 to 17 years old. With 7 classes for all skill levels, no experience is needed. Led by US Sailing certified instructors, kids will learn, grow, and have fun on the water all summer long!
Father/Son Weekend 4 at Falling Creek Camp
Falling Creek Camp
Father/Son Weekend is the time where boys (and dads!) can be boys! Partnering with families to help boys develop into strong, healthy men is one mission of Falling Creek. A critical part of this journey is the relationship a son has with his father. A Father/Son Weekend is the perfect time for dads and sons in kindergarten through high school to spend quality time together.
Camp Poyntelle (Ages 6-16) - Overnight Camp - Poyntelle, PA
Commonpoint
Camp Poyntelle has been making children’s summer dreams come true since 1947. As a premier Jewish summer camp, we offer a traditional sleepaway experience filled with amazing memories, lasting friendships and nurturing and compassionate staff. We feel that camp is one of the few places a child can be their own person, without judgment or social pressure. Our intentional community is designed to allow kids to be kids, in a low key, fun and inclusive environment.
Crew (Rowing) Camp
Mount St. Mary Academy
Crew (rowing) is a premiere sport at MSM! Join our Novice and Varsity rowers, as well as coaches, at West Side Rowing Club to get out on the water and learn new skills. Come experience first hand the team-first mindset, work outs and strength/conditioning training that rowers perfect. For girls in grades 4-8.
Full Rock Band Camp (Week 2)
Mount St. Mary Academy
Always wondered what it takes to start a rock band? This camp not only reviews the basics of playing "rock" instruments, but will highlight elements of songwriting, marketing/promotion, and dive into the development of pop, rock, and other genres that brought us the music we hear today. This camp is best for girls entering grades 6 - 8 and playing or are looking to play guitar, bass, keys, drums, or vocals.
Volleyball Camp
Mount St. Mary Academy
This camp is our most popular athletic camp and fills up FAST! This camp is appropriate for players with all experience levels and gives opportunities for more individualized attention. For girls in grades 4-8.