Day Camps in Greater Buffalo, NY
The following are camps that have elected to be featured on this page, and below them are additional camps of which we at KidsOutAndAbout.com are aware.
If there is a day camp that we have missed, please email us to let us know, and we'll add it promptly. Thank you!
Explore & More
Did you know? Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson, Jr. Children's Museum has the perfect summer camp program for your little ones! From art and cooking to science and sports, children ages 4-12 are invited to join in the fun and play into possibilities! Plus, we are an OCFS Licensed School Age Child Care Program. Space is limited so be sure to register today at exploreandmore.org!
Buffalo Audubon Nature Camp
Buffalo Audubon at Beaver Meadow offers an authentic nature camp, blending nature education with enriching sensory experiences, expeditions, and immersive outdoor opportunities. Campers learn about, explore and enjoy the natural world with their peers through unique daily programming, activities, and games set in meadows, forests, and wetlands. They will see and experience ponds, trees, insects, birds, plants, reptiles, and more.
Located just 40 minutes from the city of Buffalo, Beaver Meadow is a 364-acre nature preserve offers a newly renovated nature center, 8 miles of trails, arboretum, and outdoor amphitheater. Limited, shared workspace is available for adults. New this year - each camper receives one complimentary pair of children’s Vortex binoculars.
Ninja Camp @ The Warrior Factory Buffalo
TWF BUFFALO - Voted “BEST SUMMER CAMP” (2 YEARS IN A ROW)Are you looking for a fun and exciting camp that will keep your child active? The Warrior Factory has just that! Voted BEST SUMMER CAMP by Best of 716, with sessions beginning as early as June 24th. Sessions alternate between ages 6-8 and 9-12.
Ninja Camp includes structured and unstructured time on professionally fabricated obstacles, games, activities, competitions and more! Campers are sure to have a blast under the supervision of our ninja coaches at Buffalo’s Premiere Ninja facility. Multiple sign-up options are available: full week-full day (9am-3pm), full week-half day (9am-12pm), single day (9am-3pm), and a late pick-up option (4pm) as well.
Buffalo Museum of Science
School break Discovery Camps are available throughout the year at the Buffalo Museum of Science and Tifft Nature Preserve and offer quality counselors, a variety of educational themes, and most of all – fun!
Check website for summer camps as well as school break camps in October, November, December, February, and April!
Learn more at www.sciencebuff.org/programs/discovery-camps/.
Sail Buffalo
Jr Sail CampWelcome to Sail Buffalo's Nautical Day Summer Camp! From June 30 to September 5, our ten weekly sessions offer young sailors aged 7-17 an exciting maritime adventure. Located in Buffalo's Inner Harbor, we teach essential sailing skills like rigging, steering, and tacking while developing self-confidence and teamwork. Our safety-focused, leisure-based approach ensures enjoyment for all skill levels. Daily activities include technical instruction, group reflections, and fun events like pizza parties and club racing. Campers learn boat handling, respect for nature, and personal growth through specialized programs tailored to their abilities. Join us for an unforgettable summer of nautical exploration and skill-building!
Summer at SEM
Buffalo SeminarySummer at SEM is a unique experience designed for girls entering fourth through ninth grade.
Camp runs between June & August, and offers a variety of themes and activities that change weekly. Register for one week, or more!
Campers are invited to experience all SEM has to offer, ranging from a creative science class to a knitting workshop.
We value each camper's interests and hobbies, allowing them to customize their weekly schedules complete with four daily activities. Each camper is encouraged to try new things and learn as much as possible about what camp is all about: fun!
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Stutelage Innovations
Looking for an exciting way to keep your children engaged during school breaks? Stutelage offers enriching camps at our East Amherst and North Tonawanda locations, taught by NYS-certified teachers! Our camps provide a safe, structured, and educational environment for children aged 3-10.
Join us for MLK Jr. Day, Lunar New Year, February Break, and Spring Break camps! With themes like Harry Potter, Minecraft, Pokemon, Star Wars, Roblox, and Delicious Donuts, there’s something for everyone.
Don’t forget to watch for our list of 140 summer camps across 6 WNY locations, launching March 1st! Visit our website to register today!
Summer Camp 2025 - Buffalo Zoo
Join us for an unforgettable summer camp experience at the Buffalo Zoo! Campers will embark on a thrilling journey of discovery, exploring the wonders of the animal kingdom. Through exciting activities like interactive habitat visits, up-close animal encounters, and engaging crafts, campers will learn about wildlife conservation, develop essential life skills, and make lasting memories. Our experienced camp counselors will guide campers through a fun-filled day of learning and adventure, fostering a deep appreciation for the amazing animals and the vital work of the Buffalo Zoo in protecting wildlife.
Genesee Country Village & Museum
Genesee Country Village & Museum Camps Enrolling Now!The Museum offers several great day camps, starting with Spring Break Camp in April and running through the end of summer! All of our day camps offer kids (ages 4-15) the chance to explore the natural world, get hands-on with history, and let their creativity run wild. With over 600 acres of outdoor space and 68 historic buildings and artifacts, your child will have a week of adventure! Summer day camps (July 7 through August 18) come with convenient options for extended care, bus transportation, and lunch. For something really different, check out Camp Hard Hat, a one-week camp (capacity only 30) where campers complete a real construction project! Members get 10% off all camps!
Hunters Ridge Summer Camp
Does your child love horses? Looking to learn to ride? Summer camp is a great way to start!
In our summer camp program, riders take one riding lesson per day with our knowledgeable instructors on our seasoned and safe lesson horses. They also do one unmounted lesson per day to learn about horses.
Topics for unmounted lessons include Parts of the horse, Cleaning tack, Parts of the saddle and bridle, safety and general horse caretaking to name a few. Riders also do crafts and participate in a horse show and pizza party on Fridays!
Give Lindsay a call to schedule a visit or leave a camp deposit ($50). Cost for the week is $300. Discounts given for multiple weeks: 716-622-7303
