Looking for a summer program? Consider an affordable choice at one of our community centres, parks or facilities.

On this page:

  1. Advanced program registration
  2. Summer camps registration dates
  3. Save time on registration day 
  4. Register for a summer program
  5. Camps for those with disabilities
  6. Mobile skatium
  7. BYLD program
  8. School year programs
  9. Camp readiness
  10. Accessibility and support

Advanced program registration  

NEW in 2025 for Kitchener residents! Summer camps and city-run programs requiring registration for the summer of 2025 will be open to Kitchener residents (proof of address may be required) for 7 days before registration opens to non-Kitchener residents. Participants from outside of Kitchener are welcome to register once the 7-day window has passed.

This new approach to registration was introduced in response to growing concerns that Kitchener residents, who are the primary funders of city-operated and taxpayer-supported facilities and programs, have struggled to secure spots due to high demand from non-Kitchener residents.

Summer Camp Registration Dates:

  • Kitchener residents: Tuesday, March 18 - opens at 8:30 a.m.
  • Non-Kitchener residents: Tuesday, March 25 - opens at 8:30 a.m. 

Programs will be viewable on ActiveNet at least 2 weeks prior to registration opening. Camps are listed in order of dates offered, not location. If you're looking for a specific location, use the search by location feature in ActiveNet.

 


**NEW:  Save time on Registration Day form

We have a new form available to complete ahead of registration day that will make registering your child (up to 18) for camp or programs easier and faster!  

  • Complete the free form anytime before registration opens.
  • Your answers will be saved and automatically populate the form when registering.
  • One form required per participant

NOTE: This DOES NOT REGISTER you for the program itself, but it will save you the step of filling out all the forms when you return to register for spring programs and summer camps.

Submit the form 


 

ActiveNet code for each camp week
Summer camps weekCamp themeActivenet code
Week 1: July 2-4 Imaginarium 174461
Week 2: July 7-11 Barnyard Palooza 174486
Week 3: July 14-18 Storybook Summer 174511
Week 4: July 21-25 Night at the Museum 174536
Week 5: July 28-Aug 1 Under the Big Top 174560
Week 6: Aug 5 - 8 Game On! 174583
Week 7: Aug 11-15  Superhero Academy 174607
Week 8: Aug 18-22 Galactic Adventures 174628
Week 9: Aug 25-29  Underwater Wonders 174634

 Download the Summer Camp information Package for 2025

Register for a summer program

Age requirement

For all 2025 summer camps, campers must be at least four years old by December 31, 2024. Specific age requirements vary.

Refund Policy:

Full refunds for Summer Camps are only available for cancellations received before June 15. Refunds for cancellations to these camps made after June 15 are available for special circumstances as authorized by the program coordinator. To request a refund after June 15, customers are required to submit a refund request form.


Summer day camps

Throughout the summer months, the City of Kitchener provides a variety of affordable weekly day camps at locations across the city and offers a new experience each week!

Summer day camps are more than just something fun to keep your child entertained in the summer months. Research shows that the camp experience: 

  • gives children increased independence and social skills 
  • sparks their interest for exploration and adventure 
  • helps them unplug (no devices at camp!)  
  • enhances their self-confidence 
  • invites them to try new things and challenge themselves 
  • provides the opportunity to make friends outside of regular school and family circles 
  • helps children discover a bit more of their own individual identities 

Most importantly, our camp staff work hard to help them feel that they are safe and belong.

 

2025 camps

Open the accordions below to find information about our 2025 summer camps.

Neighbourhood camps

For ages 4 -11 years (must be at least 4 years old by Dec. 31, 2024)

Our weekly day camp programs include age-appropriate active and quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities and sports, camp games and songs, arts and crafts, science activities, water days and special guest or trips (trips are for those 8 years of age and older)- all within a weekly theme sure to engage your child and help them have a summer of fun and great memories. 

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 22, 2025
9am to 4:30 p.m.
$122.77/ week
Before and after care available from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., $13.50/ week.

Locations:

  • Chandler Mowat Community Centre

  • Country Hills Community Centre

  • Doon Pioneer Park Community Centre

  • Downtown Community Centre

  • Forest Heights Community Centre

  • Huron Community Centre

  • Kingsdale Community Centre (those 7+ years old at this site swim at least once per week)

  • Stanley Park Community Centre

  • Victoria Hills Community Centre

  • Bridgeport Community Centre **4 -8 years

  • Williamsburg Community Centre **4 -8 years

  • Breithaupt Community Centre **4- 6 years (available week 9, August 25 - 29)

  • Grand River Arena ** 4 - 6 years 

Swim Every Day Camps
For ages 7 - 13 years

This weekly day camp program includes all the fun of a neighbourhood camp (arts, crafts, active games, quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities) as well as a daily swim. 

Offered weekly from July 2 to Aug 22nd, 2025 (until Aug 29 at Breithaupt Centre ONLY). 
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
$180.25
Before and aftercare available from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. $13.50/week

Locations:

  • Breithaupt Centre
  • Kiwanis Park
  • Cameron Heights Pool/ Highschool
  • Grand River Arena/ Lyle Hallman Pool
School’s Out Camp
For ages 4– 8 years,  (must be at least 4 years old by December 31, 2024)

This weekly day camp runs similar to school times 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Children will be engaged in age-appropriate active and quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities and sports, camp games and songs, arts and crafts, science activities, and special guest - all within a weekly theme.

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 15, 2025, 
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (**no before or after care available)
$98.22

Locations: to be determined

Eco-Camp
For ages 9 – 13 years

Explore the Huron Natural Area and enjoy outdoor adventure activities, environmental art and nature-based crafts and science activities. Through a play-based learning approach, participants will experience nature in unique ways, build their understanding of how the earth works and see the positive impact they can have on their environment. Each day will include a variety of environmentally informed activities that provide opportunities to be creative and use our imaginations with a focus on the environment and the impact of our actions on the earth around us. Join us to explore, imagine, learn and grow. All supplies are included.

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 22, 2025
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (**no before and after care available)
Location: Huron Natural Area
$122.77

All About the Arts Camp
For ages 9 - 13 years

Explore art, music, movement, drama and individual creativity in this arts-focused summer camp for those who are interested in getting their creative juices flowing. Each day will include quiet and active games, indoor and outdoor activities and participants will be encouraged to try new art forms. Each week will also include a special guest or an outing. All supplies and outings are included in the cost. 

Offered Weekly from July 2 to August 15, 2025 
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (**no before and aftercare available).
Location - School site, TBD
$118.22

Skateboarding and Sports Camp
For ages 9 – 13 years

Each week our leaders will use games and activities to engage participants in developing their skills and finesse in skateboarding as well as other sports like basketball, badminton, pickleball, dodgeball, soccer, kickball, etc.). Leaders will be responsive to the interests of the participants and will focus on building character and teamship. Each day will include indoor and outdoor activities and each week will have special guests or an outing.

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 22, 2025,
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (**no before and aftercare available)
Location: Lions Arena
$122.77

The Brain Factory Camp
For ages 9 - 13 years

The Brain Factory camp for 9-13 years olds is perfect for the young person who likes to challenge their brain and get their scientific or logical creative juices flowing. Each day will include quiet and active games and indoor and outdoor activities with this focus. Participants will enjoy solving puzzles, doing science experiments, competing in building challenges and learning new logic games and activities. Each week will also include a special guest or an outing. All supplies and outings are included in the cost.

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 15, 2025, 
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (**no before and aftercare available)
$118.22

Location- school site - TBD

Multisport Camp
For ages 8-13 years

Multisport camp is perfect for the active child who loves to run, jump, throw, catch, and kick. Each week our leaders will use games and activities to teach the skills and rules of specific sports (basketball, badminton, pickleball, dodgeball, soccer, kickball, etc.). and focus on building children’s confidence and developmental skills to be successful and have fun! Each day will include indoor and outdoor activities and each week will have special guests or an outing.

Offered weekly from July 2 to August 22, 2025
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
$122.77/ week
Before and after care available from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m to 5 p.m., $13.50/ week.

Location: Don McLaren Arena

Junior Golf Half-Day Camp (Ages 6-8)

Dates: weekly from June 30 to August 29, 2025

Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.  

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Age: 6 to 8 years old  

Cost: $190+ tax

Junior golfers, ages 6-8, will enjoy half-day camp with a week of golf, sports, games, competition, prizes and adventure.  Nine weeks to choose from June 30 through August 29. This camp runs from 9 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and does not include lunch. No experience or equipment is required.

 

Register

Junior Golf Full-Day Camp (Ages 9-15)
Dates: weekly from June 30 to August 29, 2025

Time:  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

Location: Doon Valley Golf Course

Age: 9 to 15 years old  

Cost: $335

Junior golfers, ages 9-15, will enjoy a fun-filled week of golf, sports, games, competition, prizes and adventure.  Nine weeks to choose from June 30 through August 29. This camp runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and includes lunch. No experience or equipment required.


Register

  • Week one: June 30 to July 4, 2025  
  • Week two: July 7 to 11, 2025
  • Week three: July 14 to 18, 2025
  • Week four: July 21 to 25, 2025
  • Week five: July 28 to August 1, 2025
  • Week six: August 4 to 8, 2025  
  • Week seven: August 11 to 15, 2025
  • Week eight:  August 18 to 22, 2025
  • Week nine:  August 25 to 29, 2025

 

Before and after care

Before and after care is available for the full day camp participants (ages 9-15) for an additional $40 per week (plus tax). Registration is required.

Register

 


Camps for those with disabilities

We offer specialized camps for children and youth with disabilities:


Mobile skatepark

Visit our mobile skatepark page to find the skatepark schedule and more information.


BYLD program

Our Building Youth Leadership Development (BYLD) gives young people aged 12 to 15 the opportunity to learn leadership skills, responsibility and self-confidence.

Learn more and register on our BYLD program page.


School year programs

We offer these programs during the school year:

  • after-school programs
  • weekend programs
  • winter holiday break camp
  • Easter Monday camp
  • March Break camp
  • P.D. day camps

Learn more about school year programs.


Camp readiness

All campers must be program ready. To be program ready, a camper must be able to:

  • take direction and instruction from a staff person
  • interact and participate within the camp environment (based on the camper’s abilities)
  • interact and participate in a way that is safe for themselves and others
  • attend school successfully (if school-aged)

Some campers may need more support to help them be successful at camp. With support from Every Kid Counts or another program, campers must be able to show that they are program ready.

If a camper is not showing that they are program ready, they may be removed from the program.

Age requirement

For all 2025 summer camps, campers must be at least four years old by December 31, 2024. Specific age requirements vary.


Accessibility and support

If you have a child with a disability or special needs, consider a City of Kitchener or City of Waterloo summer camp. Our inclusion support staff will help make your camper’s summer fun and safe. You can register your child for up to two weeks of summer camp inclusion support each year, based on availability. Personal Support Workers and volunteers are also welcome.

Visit our inclusion support page or call 519-904-5793 to learn more.

Visit our Leisure Access (fee assistance) page to apply for lower registration fees. Our goal is to make city-run programs accessible to everyone.