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Best Summer Camps Metro Vancouver 2026
- February 27, 2026
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Best Summer Camps Metro Vancouver 2026. This post is sponsored by the vendors featured below.
Looking for the best summer camps in Metro Vancouver 2026? From day camps to overnight adventures, and programs in STEM, arts, sports, and specialty camps, this guide has everything you need to plan your child’s perfect summer. Explore options across Vancouver, Richmond, Burnaby, Surrey, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver, and discover programs for every age and interest.
This list of Metro Vancouver summer camps 2026 is continuously updated! We’ll add new day camps, overnight programs, and specialty camps, so check back often for the latest options for kids and teens.
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All Summer long, Alliance Française Vancouver offer bi-weekly Morning intensive French classes + optional weekly Afternoon camp of French activities. They have been teaching children and adults since 1904, you can count on their expertise and excellence in teaching French!
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Kids boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai classes at Art of Kickboxing in Richmond, BC, provide the perfect summer activities for kids to create memorable experiences and develop lifelong skills. Children aged 6-13 learn boxing, kickboxing, and Muay Thai through structured lessons designed for beginners. With two age-appropriate kids programs and a unique kickboxing belt system, your children will train in three different martial arts in a single affordable program. We have a strict no-sparring policy for our kids’ classes, ensuring the utmost safety for your children. Your kids will practice discipline, learn practical self-defence skills, develop self-efficacy and self-esteem, make friends, and have fun, with games included!
Our kids program runs after school year-round and is an especially popular Metro Vancouver summer activity with kids, youth, and adults. See if your child is interested by contacting Art of Kickboxing for a FREE trial class today!
For more information: Website
In the summer of 2000, the renowned Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. Summer Camp made history as the first music school to introduce a professional, arts-based, interdisciplinary camp to the North Shore community. Over the years, our summer camp has earned global acclaim for its diverse array of programs, with a primary focus on enabling campers to explore four fundamental domains of study: Music, Art, Dance, and Film. We offer both half-day and full-day camp options.
Our facility is comprised of seven studios and walking access to three different parks, enabling us to offer multiple lessons to our students at a time and provide them with a different adventure every day. Campers are divided into groups based on their age (Juniors, 3-6; Intermediates, 7-12; Seniors; 13-18) and experience level. Many of our campers have discovered their passion for a specific art form in our camp and have gone on to pursue private lessons!
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Our Kids Camps in Whistler and Squamish are all about wilderness adventures, new friendships, and confidence-building fun in the outdoors! Whether your child joins our Kids Adventure Camp, Kids Climbing & Adventure Camp, or our Teen Climbing Camp, they’ll spend their days exploring local trails and crags, learning real outdoor skills, and challenging themselves in a supportive environment. Led by fully certified, experienced guides who specialize in youth instruction, each camp blends hands-on learning with exciting activities. Depending on the camp, activities range from rock climbing, hiking, via ferratas, biking, canoeing, team challenges & outdoor games. Safety is always our top priority. With small group sizes, industry-standard equipment, and structured risk management, kids can push their comfort zones while parents feel confident they are in expert hands. It’s the perfect mix of adventure, education, and unforgettable summer memories in the Sea to Sky.
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Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Mulgrave’s Summer Programme, a high-energy, four-week experience in West Vancouver launching July 6th! Open to local and international students entering Preschool (age 4) through Grade 12 for the 2026–2027 year, our camps offers a glimpse of the Mulgrave education packed into an action-packed schedule of STEM, athletics, outdoor exploration, and the arts. Whether you’re looking for Early Years discovery for preschoolers and Kindergarteners, flexible Grades 1–12 camps that let you mix and match half-day sessions, or Academic Enrichment and for-credit courses to get ahead, an adventure is waiting for every student.
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Located on Jericho Beach, MacSailing’s summer camps offer sailing, Canoeing, Marine Ecology, and Beach Sports for kids aged 6-16. Led by certified instructors, our camps provide a safe, inclusive environment where kids build skills, confidence, and a love for the water.
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Vancouver offers a wide range of day and specialty camps for kids and teens, including STEM, arts, sports, and outdoor programs. Popular locations include downtown, Kitsilano, and East Vancouver, making it easy for families across the city to find the perfect fit.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Alliance Française Vancouver | 5 to 12 years old and up | French |
| FDT Academy Inc. | Debate | |
| Jericho Beach Kayak | 7 – 14 years old | Kayaking, Nature Exploration |
| LWL Education | 3 – 13 years old | Education, STEM |
| Petit Architect | 4 – 14 years old | Architect |
| Royal City Soccer Club | 5 to 13 years old | Soccer |
| The Cut Design Academy | 8 to 14 years old | Art and Fashion |
| This World’s Ours Centre | Arts, Education | |
| Windsure Adventure Watersports | 7 to 15 years old | Watersports |
Richmond is home to cultural, sports, and creative camps for children of all ages. Families can find programs ranging from arts and music to soccer and swimming, all conveniently located within the city.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Art of Kickboxing | 6 – 13 years old | Sports: Kickboxing, Boxing, Muay Thai, MMA, Martial Arts |
| LWL Education | 3 – 13 years old | Education, STEM |
| Zebra Robotics Richmond | Grade 1 to Grade 8+ | Robotics & Coding |
North Vancouver offers outdoor adventure and environmental camps that take advantage of the city’s scenic mountains and waterfront. Programs include hiking, kayaking, nature exploration, and creative arts, perfect for kids who love being active outdoors.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Ava Music & Art Centre Ltd. | 3 to 17 years old | Music: piano, guitar, bass, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, violin, viola, cello, clarinet, saxophone, flute, drums, and voice, musical theatre |
| Presentation House Theatre | 5 to 13 years old | Theatre |
| Roll Jiu Jitsu Academy | 5 to 12 years old | Jiu Jitsu |
West Vancouver provides premium day and specialty camps with a focus on arts, STEM, and sports programs. Camps often include small group activities, hands-on learning, and personalized attention, ideal for families seeking quality programs close to home.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Mulgrave School | Preschool (age 4) to Grade 12 | Arts, Education, Nature, Sports, STEM |
| Aspire Learning Academy | Grade 1 – 11 | Literacy, Math, SSAT |
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Skills Academy & Adventures | 7 to 16 years old | Sports & Outdoor Activities including rock climbing, hiking, biking, canoeing, team challenges & outdoor games |
Burnaby’s camps include STEM programs, art studios, and outdoor adventure camps, perfect for school-aged kids and teens. Many camps are located near Burnaby Mountain and central Burnaby, offering easy access for local families.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Queen’s Academy | 4 – 14 years old | Art, Musical Theatre |
Surrey features sports, arts, and nature-focused camps, ideal for active and creative children. Programs include multi-sport, dance, music, and outdoor exploration, designed to keep kids engaged all summer.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Queen’s Academy | 4 – 14 years old | Art, Musical Theatre |
| White Rock Gymnastics Athletics Society | 3 to 12 years old | Gymnastics |
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Port Coquitlam‘s Best Summer Camps | 5 to 11 years old | Activities, Arts, Sport |
| Excel Martial Arts Port Coquitlam | 7 – 12 years old | Martial Arts |
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Theatrix Youtheatre Society | 5 to 13 years old | Theatre, Musical |
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Bowen Island Sea Kayaking | 8 to 12 years old | Kayaking |
Camps in this category offer multiple camps across different locations throughout Metro Vancouver.
| Summer Camps | Ages | Type / Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Rainforest Adventure Camps | 5 – 12 + years old | Outdoor Adventures |
