Summer Programs Directory
Summer Programs Directory 2026
Residential Camps & Overnight Expeditions:
YMCA Camp Shaver, ymcacnm.org/camp-shaver, Questions? Email our Director Travis Merrill at tmerrill@ymcacnm.org, Serves youth age 7-16, Dates: May 31st – July 31st , Located in the picturesque Jemez Mountains, YMCA Camp Shaver provides a beautiful setting to offer our youth the summer of a lifetime! Camp Shaver offers meaningful activities such as hiking, fishing, archery, high ropes challenges, arts & crafts, campfires, drama and much more! Now offering Traditional camp (ages 7-13), Senior Traditional camp (ages 13-15) PLUS Leaders in Training camp (ages 13-15) and Counselors in Training camp (ages 14-16). Traditional camp runs for one-week sessions from Sunday to Friday and campers have the option to register for multiple weeks! For YMCA members, Traditional and Senior Traditional camp is $700/week. At Camp Shaver we believe all children should leave camp feeling a sense of accomplishment and belonging and feeling confident in their character. Join us this summer! See website for more pricing and session details. Financial aid is available. Don’t wait registration is open now!
Day Programs:
Santa Fe & Surrounding Areas
Art School Santa Fe MINI Art Camps! 3600 Cerillios Rd. Unit #717 (700 Lofts), SF, NM. Phone: 505-364-3256; Email: ronny@artschoolsantafe.com; Contact: Ronny Beeman. Mini art camps for passionate artists ages 7 - 15. Age 7 and up only: 10: 30 AM - 2 :30PM Kawaii to Kaiju (Japanese culture inspired) camp 6/1 - 6/5. Surrealism 6/8 - 6/12, Watercolor painting 6/15 - 6/19, Fantasy creature camp 6/22 - 6/26. Camps ages 10 and up: 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM Portraits and figures 7/13 - 7/17, The creative Self 7/20 - 7/24, Oil Painting 7/27 - 7/31st. Tuition $280 - $320. NM Kids readers: Get a 10% discount until May 5th! Use the code 'family' when signing up.
Glorieta Camps - Glorieta Day Camp, 11 State Road 50, Glorieta, NM 87535. Phone: 505.757.6161; Email: info@glorieta.org; Website: www.Glorieta.org; Camp Contact: Mackenzie Bell, Day Camp Manager or Erin Gabriel, Retreats Manager. Glorieta Day Camp is a five-day, 8 AM–5 PM camp experience unlike any other! Kids, ages 6-14, are invited to our fun-filled, action-packed, Christ-centered program that’s loaded with activities and learning experiences. Fill your kids’ summer with adventure and treasured memories! Cost: $375 with scholarships available. Optional transportation comes with additional costs. For more information and dates, please visit www.Glorieta.org/daycamp. Plan to bring the whole family for Community Retreats Day, August 1st, at a new low cost in 2026! $10 per vehicle when you pre-register includes parking, activities, and swimming. $20 per vehicle at the gate. Learn more and register at www.glorieta.org/retreats/communityday.
Institute for Applied Ecology - Forest Bound, 1202 Parkway Dr., SF, NM 87507. Phone: 505-490-4910; Email: tannerjohnson@appliedeco.org; Website: https://appliedeco.org/education/forestbound/; Camp Contact: Tanner Johnson, Education and Outreach Coordinator. A free botany immersion program for teens! Curious about the plants around you? Forest Bound is here to help! Many of us go through life without noticing the incredible diversity of plants around us. Forest Bound’s mission is to cure this “plant blindness” through fun, hands-on experiences. Get to know your plant neighbors while exploring how they support animals, human cultures, and entire ecosystems. Along the way, enjoy engaging games, creative art projects, and experiential lessons that make learning unforgettable!
What you’ll learn about:
- How to identify native plants
- Seed collection
- Cultural uses of plants
- Medicinal and edible plants
- Pollinators and plants
- Careers in the outdoors
- Observation skills
- Plants and art
Forest Bound is a free program open to all participants ages 13-18.
Date and Location:
June 22-26, 2026
Field Location: Cibola National Forest and surrounding natural areas
To apply, please visit our website: https://appliedeco.org/education/forestbound/
Jiujitsu Dharma Academy 1400 Agua Fria St. SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-479-0993; Email: admin@darruma.com; Website: www.jiujitsudharmaacademy.com; Contact: Professor Sach Prakash. Our Jiujitsu Dharma program is more than just an after school activity—it’s a transformative experience that nurtures your child’s body, mind, and spirit. This unique program teaches children self-discipline, confidence, and adaptability in a fun and engaging way. Through dynamic jiujitsu training, breathwork, mindfulness exercises, and ethical lessons, kids develop focus, resilience, and respect for themselves and others. Unlike traditional martial arts camps, this immersive experience goes beyond physical techniques, integrating meditation, problem-solving skills, and non-dualistic thinking to help children navigate life’s challenges with clarity and composure. Whether your child is a beginner or experienced in martial arts, they’ll gain invaluable tools for self-mastery while making new friends and enjoying a week filled with movement, art, learning, and growth.
Mountain Kids - Summer Camp and After School Program, Patrick Smith Park, 1010-1098 E Alameda St. SF, NM 87501. Phone: 505-886-1207; Email: hello@mountainkidsnm.org; Website: www.mountainkidsnm.org; Camp Contact: Gwen Lyons, Program Director. At Mountain Kids!, summer is a season for adventure, discovery, and joy in the outdoors. Our nature-based day camps connect children ages 5–14 with the mountains, rivers, and forests of Santa Fe through play, exploration, hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, and hands-on learning. Our small groups, with 1:6 ratio and highly trained staff, enable kids to thrive, as they feel safe, supported, challenged, and free to be themselves. Our programs are intentionally designed to grow alongside them, summer after summer. Weekly sessions, June 1-August 7. 8:30-3:30 (After Care available until 5:30). Sliding Scale Tuition. $415-$575 weekly. Overnight campouts available for ages 9-14. Learn More and Register at www.mountainkidsnm.org. Questions? Call or text 505-886-1207 or email Gwen@mountainkidsnm.org. Get Your Kids Out to Play!
Santa Fe Art Camp, 32 Puesta Del Sol, SF NM 87505 (physical). Phone: 505-216-6365; Email: info@santafeartcamp.com; Website: santafeartcamp.com; Camp Contact: Sarah Gilman - Owner/Educator. Santa Fe Art Camp offers summer week-long sessions for ages 6-15. Each session is centered around age-appropriate themed material mastery. Sarah Gilman, local educator, artist, and mom, leads sessions that explore fiber, metal, painting, eco-art, glass, sculpture, and regional art. Students learn how ideas take shape through process, problem-solving, and craftsmanship. Hands-on studio work is at the center of our camps, and we pride ourselves on high quality project production. Sessions run from June 1 – July 24. Tuition $285 - $435 all materials included.
Santa Fe Botanical Garden - Garden Camp, 715 Camino Lejo, SF, NM 87508. Phone: 505-471-9103; Email: christie@santafebotanicalgarden.org; Website: https://visitsfbg.org/learn/public-programs/; Camp Contact: Christie Collins Director of Education and Interpretation. Grow your experiences! Dig into some fun with our week-long day camps. All camps include a variety of activities that allow campers to discover the world of plants through art, science, gardening and outdoor exploration. Connecting children to plants and each other through structured activities and unstructured play. Campers will hike the arroyos, explore the piñon-juniper woodland, learn animal tracking, plant ID along and much more. Registration opens March 2nd, 8AM. Dates: July 6-10 Youth 6-8 years old, July 13-17 Youth 9-12 years old. Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Cost: $275 (includes all 5 days, does not include cost for after care.)
Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival - Summer Young People's Concert, 107 W Palace Ave., SF NM 87501. Phone: 202-445-6669; Email: ivy@sfcmf.org; Website: https://santafechambermusic.org/free-concerts/; Camp Contact: Ivy Ross Director of Education and Engagement. The Festival’s interactive Summer Young People’s Concert is a great way to get kids excited about music. This summer, join
conductor and arts educator Oliver Prezant for fun and friendly explorations of Stravinsky’s Suite italienne, with excerpts performed and demonstrated by Festival musicians Jennifer Gilbert and Anna Polonsky. The Summer Young People’s Concert is a FREE, ALL AGES event.
MONDAY, JULY 27 - 10 AM - St Francis Auditorium - NM MUSEUM OF ART
STRAVINSKY Suite italienne - Jennifer Gilbert, violin - Anna Polonsky, piano
Santa Fe Girls' School Girls Explore! 310 W. Zia Rd., SF, NM 87505. Phone: 505-820-3188; Email: camp@santafegirlsschool.org; Website: santafegirlsschool.org/summer-camp; Camp Contact: Rosie Williams, Co-Director. Girls entering grades 4, 5, or 6 are invited to join us for full-day (8:30-3:30) summer camp as we explore weekly themes through writing, cooking, field trips, art projects, and more!
Skateboard Camps in Santa Fe: Young riders will get expert instruction at Public Skate Parks learning the basics of riding ramps and bowls. Ages 8 and up, 9am to 3pm. May 25-May 29, June 1-5, June 15-19, July 13-17. Cost $350 plus tax. Cruiser Camps in Santa Fe: Ride our school's long boards and learn to turn, stop and slide while riding local bike paths and quiet neighborhoods. Ages 9 and up. 9am to 3pm. June 8-10, July 6-8, July 20-22. Cost $220 plus tax. 1219 Camino Carlos Rey, SF, NM 87507. Website: SkateboardSafety.com: Phone: 505-920-5448
Summer Camps at the Santa Fe Climbing Center (FULL and HALF DAY CAMPS @ClimbSantaFe) create a stimulating environment in which climbers at all levels will push their physical and mental limits while having fun and exploring the world of indoor rock climbing! The challenges and climbing games led by our experienced instructors promote teamwork, confidence, flexibility, balance, problem solving and more. We have weekly Summer Camp sessions available for the Mornings (8:30-11:30am), Afternoons (12:30-3:30pm) or Full Day (8:30-3:30pm) starting May 26th. The camps are divided in the following age groups, 5-8 year old, 9-13 year old and 12-16 year old climbers and start at $249.00 per week. 3008 Cielo Court, SF, NM. Call 505-986-8944, Email info@climbsantafe.com or visit https://climbsantafe.com/classes-programs/youth-programs/after-school-summer-camps/.
Theatre Santa Fe – Youth Summer Theatre Camp, Center for Progress and Justice, 1420 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505. Phone: 505-670-4854; Website: https://theatresantafe.org/
YMCA Day Camp Santa Fe, Office: 6537 Airport Road, SF, NM 87507 Questions: Email our Director, Felicia Pacheco fpacheco@ymcacnm.org or call 505-595-1515 ext. 8101, serves youth ages 5-11, Capacity: 60 per week, program runs from June 1st through August 1st, Pricing: $165 per week, ECECD payment assistance accepted. YMCA Day Camp is a curriculum-based summer program designed to keep your child active and safe throughout the summer. Character development plays a big role in our camps. Respect, responsibility, honesty, and caring are values we use daily with our campers. You can rest assured that your child will be in a nurturing environment that offers a different activity for him/her to participate in every hour of the day. The curriculum is based on weekly themes and includes arts & humanities, health, wellness & fitness, literacy, character development, and social skills. At Santa Fe YMCA summer day camp, children make friends of all ages and experience hands on learning activities that challenge their thinking in a fun way. Children develop skills that support their developmental growth while creating wonderful memories!
Albuquerque & Surrounding Areas
505 Skate School, 6216 Agate Ave. NW, ABQ, NM 87120. Phone: 505-377-0305; Email: 505skateschool@gmail.com; Website: 505skateschool.com; Camp Contact: Nicholas Martinez (Founder). We are a skate school teaching ages 5-60 how to skate. Whether you are just starting or have some skills of your own, 505 Skate School is here to help. We have classes all week, including weekends, 8:30-12, individual or group. Rates start at 40 an hour and will be dropped depending on class size as well as lesson length. Flexible hours as well to accommodate students (set up a meeting on the website or call the number included). Helmets and kneepads are required. At the start of the lesson, students/parents will be required to sign a form. Payments include tap to pay, PayPal, Cash App, Apple Pay, and cash. Lesson appointments at any skatepark, home, park, and surrounding Albuquerque Area.
Albuquerque Museum School, 2000 Mountain Rd. NW, ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-7255; Email: jvanesky@cabq.gov; Website: albuquerquemuseum.org; Camp Contact: Jody Vanesky, Assistant for Education. Make the Museum your classroom! Weeklong classes for ages 6-14. Morning or afternoon sessions in June and July. $125 per week.
Archaeology Summer Camp 11776 Hwy 337 (Museum behind the Sandia Ranger Station), Tijeras, NM 87059. Phone: 505-281-3304, Email: sandra.coambs@usda.gov. Sponsored by the Cibola National Forest/Sandia Ranger District. Spend a week outdoors at the Tijeras Pueblo Archaeological Site with professional and avocational archaeologists learning excavation, survey methods, artifact analysis, local history, and how to identify/document archaeological sites. Camp runs July 27-31 (9am-noon). Ages: 10-14. Limited to 12 students, registration closes June 26. Suggested Donation: $100 (donation supports the Friends of Sandia Mountains). For more information contact Forest Service Archaeologist, Sandra Arazi-Coambs: sandra.coambs@usda.gov
Ballet Repertory Theatre of New Mexico BRT's Academy, 6913 Natalie Ave NE, ABQ, NM 87110, Phone: 505-888-1054; Email: brt@brtnm.com; Website: brtnm.com; Contact: Katherine Giese, Executive/Artistic Director. Ballet Repertory Theatre’s Academy has ballet, modern, and special workshops offered throughout the summer. Monthly tuition ranges from $54-$84 for one class per week. Please email brt@brtnm.com if you are interested and check our website www.brtnm.com for more information.
Bosque Summer, 4000 Bosque School Rd. NW, ABQ, NM 87120. Phone: 505-898-6388; Email: bosquesummer@bosqueschool.org; Website: https://www.bosqueschool.org/bosquesummer; Camp Contact: Phoebe Cooper, Summer Program Assistant Director. Discover why Bosque Summer has been chosen as the best summer camp in Albuquerque year after year by voters in the Albuquerque Journal Readers’ Choice Awards and Albuquerque the Magazine readers! With Bosque Summer, your child can build their own adventure with the flexibility of our weeklong, half-day, and full-day programs for students entering grades K–8. Our diverse selection of courses is designed to spark your child’s curiosity and encourage them to explore new interests. Whether you seek academic enrichment, creative adventures, skill development, meaningful movement, or just plain fun, Bosque Summer will keep your child active, engaged, and excited about learning.
Caravelas Spanish Academy - Summer Spanish Workshops 2026, 4715 Cayetana Place NW, ABQ, NM 87120. Phone: 505-263-0385; Email: CARAVELAS.LSSA@GMAIL.COM; Website: www.caravelasspanishacademy.com; Camp Contact: Rossana Bartra – Director. An exciting Spanish adventure designed for young explorers! At Caravelas, we offer a fun, interactive, and thoughtfully structured after school full year program for children to learn Spanish as a second language
in a multicultural, supportive, and engaging environment. Our classes are divided into two age groups to better meet the developmental and linguistic needs of each child:
Group 1: Little Explorers (Ages 5–8) Focus: Introduce the Spanish language through play, music, stories, and movement.
Each class includes:
• Greetings and basic introductions
• Colors, numbers, animals, body parts
• Simple everyday phrases
• Thematic vocabulary through songs and storytelling
• Expressions for emotions and daily routines
Method: Multisensory learning using puppets, games, songs, drama, and hands-on crafts. Emphasis is placed on listening comprehension and oral expression in a nurturing environment.
Group 2: Curious Navigators (Ages 9–11) Focus: Expand understanding and oral expression using simple Spanish structures and practical vocabulary.
Each class includes:
• Introducing themselves and talking about personal topics
• Describing people, objects, and places
• Asking and answering basic questions
• Participating in role-plays and mini dialogues
• Reading and understanding short texts
Method: Dynamic lessons with visual support, dramatization, language games, songs, guided writing, and collaborative activities. Emphasis is placed on interaction and active language use.
City of Albuquerque | Outdoor Adventure - Summer Adventures, 7701 San Pedro Drive NE, ABQ, NM 87109. Phone: 505-224-6700; Email: outdooradventure@cabq.gov; Website:
https://nmalbuquerqueweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/search.html?module=Global&keyword=23404151&_csrf_token=bf6Q1C041R6C1V4A37363Z; Camp Contact: Outdoor Adventure Office 505-224-6700. Our Adventure Camp is designed for young explorers ages 11–14 who are eager to take on new challenges, build confidence, and have serious fun in nature. Campers can choose from rock climbing & rappelling, caving, and stand-up paddleboarding, with the option to experience more than one type of adventure. June - August dates vary
Escape In Time - Honor Camp, 1100 San Mateo Blvd NE Unit 21, ABQ, NM 87110. Phone: 505-386-1386; Email: escapeintimeabq@gmail.com; Website: escapeintimeabq.com; Camp Contact: Keith Cox, Director.
Honor Camp - Where Boys Become Brave. For boys ages 6–12
Week-long sessions | 1:00–4:00 PM
Dates: June 22-26 | July 6-10 | July 20-24 $250 per boy (sibling discounts available) Honor Camp is a week-long, half-day adventure designed to build courage, integrity, and leadership. Each day, boys study a legendary hero—like Beowulf, King Arthur, and George Washington—and discover what it means to
live with honor and valor. Campers craft their own swords, shields, tabards, and notebooks, participate
in strength-building exercises, practice gentlemanly etiquette, and engage in team challenges that foster confidence and brotherhood.
Escape In Time - Victorian Tea Camp, 1100 San Mateo Blvd NE Unit 21, ABQ, NM 87110. Phone: 505-386-1386; Email: escapeintimeabq@gmail.com; Website: www.escapeintimeabq.com; Camp Contact: Penny Cox, Director.
Victorian Tea Camp - A Christ-Centered Summer Experience for Girls Ages 6–12
What if one summer week could strengthen your daughter’s confidence,
character, and faith? We offer a half-day, week-long experience designed to nurture girls in Christ-centered identity, kindness, courage, and grace. Each afternoon blends Scripture, meaningful conversation, creative handwork, tea etiquette, journaling, learning the Virginia Reel, self-defense basics, and friendship in a warm, structured setting. This is more than camp — it’s intentional formation during some of her most shaping years.
Dates: June 8–12 | June 15–19 | July 13–17
Time: 1:00–4:00 PM
Cost: $250 (sibling discounts available). Space is limited to preserve a mentorship-focused experience.
Esperanza Bicycle Safety Education Center - Mountain Biking Skills Camp, 7701 San Pedro Dr. NE, ABQ, NM 87109. Phone: 505-768-2453; Email: bikesafe@cabq.gov; Website: cabq.gov/bikesafe; Camp Contact: Eli Kosko - Education Coordinator. Esperanza's Mountain Biking Skills Camp is a two-day summer camp for 11-14 year olds. During these sessions, riders will learn and refine new mountain biking skills, learn and practice basic bike maintenance, and participate in a group mountain bike ride in the East Mountains! Choose from 5 different session dates: June 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, June 30-July 1, and July 7-8. Sessions last from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm each day. Registration and participation is free, and riders will receive a free helmet and bike water bottle. Participants must be able to ride a bike, though no prior mountain biking knowledge is required. Bikes will be provided.
Explora Summer Break Camps for preK-12th grade, 1701 Mountain Rd., ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us/camps/programs. June 1-July 31, 2026 Each of these camps is a multi-age collaborative camp experience; Morning camps run from 9am-12pm. Afterschool camps run from 1pm-4pm. $170 for members/$195 for non-members. Looking for camp all day? Enroll in morning and afternoon camp sessions. Campers staying all day will be supervised during lunch time. Explora offers a variety of Summer programs that provide STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) engagement and enrichment. Explora offers unique investigations for a range of grade levels, in order to keep imaginations and brain cells active with STEAM! Supervised lunchtime is included in all-day camps. Before care is available from 8 am- 9 am, and aftercare is available from 4 pm - 5:30 pm, $10 per session. Pre-register for the day or pay by the session (card only). Pre-register for $50 for a week of before care or $50 for a week of aftercare. Financial assistance is available for all programs, on request. We don’t want anyone to miss out on Explora programs.
Explora Eco Camps, 1701 Mountain Rd., ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us/camps/programs. June 1-July17, 2026. Get outside, explore nature, learn more about the environment around you, and more in these eco, nature, and farm-focused camps. Each full-week camp is a multi-age, collaborative summer camp experience. Eco campers spend time indoors and outdoors throughout the day. Each of these camps is a multi-age collaborative camp experience; Week-long camps run from 9:00-3:00, $300 for members/$340 for non-members. Half-day camps run from 9:00-12:00, $170 for members/$195 for non-members. Financial assistance is available for all programs, on request. We don’t want anyone to miss out on Explora programs.
Explora Camp at the Balloon Museum, 1701 Mountain Rd., ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us/camps/programs. June 15-July 31, 2026. Week long camps run from 9:00-4:00, $340 for members/$370 for non-members. Spend the week investigating the science of ballooning in New Mexico and building your own balloons. Financial assistance is available for all programs, on request. We don’t want anyone to miss out on Explora programs.
Explora Sensory-Friendly Camps, 1701 Mountain Rd., ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-600-6072; Email: reservations@explora.us; Website: explora.us/camps/programs. June 22-26 & July 6-10. Designed for neurodivergent individuals and led by staff trained in education, speech therapy, and behavior therapy. Campers need to be able to have independent personal skills (bathroom and feeding skills) and have communication skills (i.e. verbal, communication device/system) Offered in collaboration with LSG and Associates. Each of these camps is a multi-age collaborative camp experience; Week-long camps run from 1:00-4:00, $170 for members/$195 for non-members. Financial assistance is available for all programs, on request. We don’t want anyone to miss out on Explora programs.
Harwood Art Center’s Summer Art Camp, 1114 7th St. NW, ABQ, NM 87102. Phone: 505-242-6367; Email: artcamp@harwoodartcenter.org. Website: harwoodartcenter.org/summer-art-camp; Summer Art Camp offers multi-disciplinary, multicultural experiences for youth in grades 1-9. Since 1996, Harwood’s summer programming has fostered creativity and curiosity in young artists of all skill levels. Art Camp provides fun skill building projects as well as opportunities for both individual and collaborative creative exploration. Summer Art Camp runs over two-week sessions from June 1 through July 10.
HOPE Christian School - 6721 Palomas Ave NE and 6800 Palomas Ave NE, ABQ, NM 87109. Phone: 505-822-5399 Website: HCSNM.org/sportscamps HOPE Engage Athletic Camps range from 2-5 days in length and give students the opportunity to learn about specific sports from our high school coaches and players through games, competitions, and workshops. Soccer, basketball, volleyball, football, cheer/drill, and more. Additionally, HOPE's All-Star Bible Sports Camp, a one-week summer day camp for incoming 1st - 5th graders, combines a Vacation Bible School style opening followed by a different sport each day. Visit HOPEEngage.com for details.
Instituto Cervantes – Summer Camp, 1701 4th Street, ABQ, NM 87102. Phone: 505-724-4777. Email: cenabq@cervantes.es; Website: https://albuquerque.cervantes.es; Camp Contact: Amada Torres, Administrative Assistant. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays: from June 8 to July 24, 2026, (except the week of June 29 to July 3) (6 hours per day, 9- 3 pm). For children from 5 to 12 years old. Registration - Dates: from March 2 to May 15, 2026. Holidays: July 4th – Independence Day. Curriculum: Spanish will be taught through interactive and playful activities. The following workshops will be offered: Art and Design, Storytelling and Theatre, Music and Movement.
Prices for the 2026 Summer Camp: Full summer camp: Instituto Cervantes is a non-profit institution; full camp tuition (6 weeks) is based on a sliding scale with a minimum payment of 1650 USD and a maximum of 1900 USD.
Duration: 6 weeks: Based on a sliding scale with a minimum payout of $1,650 and a maximum of $1,900; 5 weeks: $1,350; 4 weeks: $1,100; 3 weeks: $870; 2 weeks: $700; 1 week: $375.
Likewise, we have a daycare service for those children who need to stay later after finishing the class and/or workshop if there are enough students registered by May 15, 2026.
Aftercare: from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.: 6 weeks: $460; 5 weeks: $380; 4 weeks: $310; 3 weeks: $240; 2 weeks: $160; 1 week: $100; Per day: $20. For registrations before April 1 (early bird): 10% discount. Children enrolled in early bird Summer Camp without Afterschool will receive a 10% discount. Children enrolled in early bird summer Camp with Afterschool will receive a 15% discount. For forms and registration information, you can contact cenabq@cervantes.es.
Jungle Jam - Jam Camp, 9227 Coors Blvd NW, ABQ, NM 87114. Phone: 505-200-2345; Email: info@junglejamplay.com; Website: www.junglejamplay.com/jamcamp; Camp Contact: Jovonne Roybal, Operations Manager. JAM CAMP is the ultimate summer adventure packed with fun every day! Campers grades 1-8 will enjoy creative arts & crafts, exciting team games, arcade play, board games, and awesome themed days, and a Friday pizza party all included with the excitement of Jungle Jam featuring trampolines, a 3-story playground, and a fan favorite airbag. $385+tax.
Camp Weeks:
• June 8–12
• June 15–19
• June 22–26
• June 29–July 3
Perfect for making friends, staying active, and creating unforgettable summer memories! Call us for more information.
Keshet Dance and Center for the Arts - Keshet Summer Dance Camps, 4121 Cutler Ave NE, ABQ, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Email: info@KeshetArts.org; Website: www.keshetarts.org; Camp Contact: Laura Orozco Garrett, Community Education & KP3 Program Manager.
June 22-26, 2026 Little Movers Camp (Ages 4-5) 9am-12pm. A half-day camp designed just for the youngest dancers. Dancers will take Ballet, Contemporary, and Creative Movement classes. Dancers will perform short pieces that they have learned for their family and friends at the conclusion of camp on Friday! No experience necessary. Half days from 9:00am-12:00pm. $100-$200 sliding scale, OR $45/day.
June 22-26, 2026 Dance Sampler (Ages 6-8) 1pm-4pm. A half-day camp designed just for our growing dancers to sample various dance forms!!. Dancers will take Contemporary, Ballet and Improvisation! Dancers will perform short pieces that they have learned for their family and friends at the conclusion of camp on Friday! No experience necessary. Half days from 1:00pm-4:00pm. $100-$200 sliding scale, OR $45/day.
July 13-17, 2026 Contemporary, Choreography and Ballet (Ages 9-17) 9:30am-3:30pm OR half day option 9.30am-12:30pm
Build dance foundations in our one-week camp. Explore Contemporary and Ballet techniques. Performance showcase at the end. No experience necessary. $150-$300 sliding scale, OR $75/day, Half day option $100-$175 sliding scale
Keshet Dance and Center for the Arts - Keshet Pre-Professional Summer Camp, 4121 Cutler Ave NE, ABQ, NM 87110. Phone: 505-224-9808; Email: info@KeshetArts.org; Website: www.KeshetArts.org; Camp Contact: Laura Orozco Garrett, Community Education & KP3 Program Manager.
Pre-Professional Program Immersion, July 27-31, 2026 (Ages 9-17) 9:30am-3:30pm. This one-week Pre-Professional Program Immersion is designed for motivated and experienced dancers ages 10-18. Dancers will take daily classes in contemporary, ballet, and more, refining technique while broadening understanding of various dance styles. Dancers must have significant prior training in contemporary and/or ballet in order to attend this Immersion. Placement auditions take place on the first day in ballet class. This is a great way to kick off the 2025-2026 pre-professional training season! *Prior experience required. Pre-registration and dress code is required. $150-$300 sliding scale, OR $75/day
Manzano Day School Summer Discovery, 1801 Central Ave. NW, ABQ, NM 87104. Phone: 505-243-6659; Website: https://www.manzanodayschool.org/campus-life/summer-program. Simple for families, safe for kids, structured for success. Manzano Day School’s Summer Discovery program offers a summer experience that combines fun exploration with real academic growth. Built on our educational philosophy, the program encourages curiosity, confidence, and Joy in Learning®, while helping children get ready for the next school year. Our 6-week program is divided into three flexible 2-week blocks, providing children with hands-on, interactive activities. Each day is designed to encourage trying new things, solving problems, and learning about themselves, supported by caring, qualified teachers who ensure every child feels safe and supported. Summer Discovery mixes fun and learning with a clear goal: helping children build skills and confidence for the grade they’ll start in the fall, while still enjoying summer. The program is open to children ages 3 1/2 and up who are potty-trained by April 1, 2026. Classes are for students entering pre-k through fifth grade in the 2026-2027 school year. Summer Discovery is open to everyone—you don’t have to be a Manzano Day School student to join. The program runs from June 8 to July 17, 2026. You can sign up for all three blocks or just the ones that work for your summer plans!
Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque, 6260 Riverside Plaza Ln. ABQ, NM 87120. Phone: 505-873-6035; Email: atrisco.reception@atrisco.org; Website: https://mariachispectacular.com/conference/; Camp Contact: Jeaneatte Salazar. Mariachi Spectacular de Albuquerque (MSA) is a Mariachi
conference where you can spend 3 days learning from colleagues and maestros! THE MSA CONFERENCE TRANSFERS KNOWLEDGE TO FUTURE GENERATIONS, AS STUDENTS
LEARN DIRECTLY FROM CELEBRATED MARIACHI MAESTROS. Classes are offered at beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. As a bridge between masters and new generations of mariachi music enthusiasts, this event helps to preserve the music genre. The program is designed to bring together the elements of the conference to reinforce the interfacing of students with maestros, teachers, and performers.
Moonbeams Waldorf Inspired Community - Variety of Nature Based Camps, 3606 Rio Grande Blvd., ABQ, NM 87107. Phone: 505-350-3861; Email: waldorfmoonbeams@gmail.com; Camp Contact: Camella Rogers - Outdoor Educator. Summer Camps for Children (Ages 3–12)
Join us for a magical summer of creativity, nature, and hands-on learning!
Things we will explore:
• Waldorf Crafts & Fiber Arts
• Whittling & Outdoor Adventures
• Art & Color Exploration
• Water Play & Science
• Gardening & Summer Cooking
• Nature Crafts & Imaginative Play
Our camps blend creativity, outdoor exploration, and practical skills in a warm, nurturing environment.
June–August | 2-4 days a camp | 9:00am – 1:30pm
$90–$195 | Limited Drop-In Days Available
Spots are limited—come create, explore, and play with us this summer!
National Museum of Nuclear Science & History’s Summer Camp 2026, 601 Eubank Blvd. SE, ABQ, NM 87123. Phone: 505-245-2137; Email: gnemiroff@nuclearmuseum.org; Website: nuclearmuseum.org; Contact: Gabriel Nemiroff, Director of Education. Weeklong, "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps, June 1-August 7. Students Pre-K – 6th grade can enroll in one, two, or all week-long camps, and they will experience exciting science and fun activities at the museum from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Please note that some camps held during holiday weeks are shorter and charge a lower fee. Five-day camps are $380 per child/per week Four-day camp is $304 per child/per camp. Our education team will divide camp topics into week-long, multi-age, collaborative camper experiences. The full-day camp programs run from 8:30 am-3:30 pm. Before-care is available from 7:30-8:30 am, and after-care is available from 3:30-5:30 pm. There is no additional cost for before and after-care, and they are available regardless of the camper's use. Museum members receive a discount after February 9. A member discount code will be sent to members. For more information on our "Science is Everywhere" Summer Camps, please email our Director of Education at gnemiroff@nuclearmuseum.org. Please note that if you register after May 11, your child may not receive a summer camp T-shirt.
New Mexico Young Actors Summer Theater Workshops, Menaul School, 301 Menaul Blvd. NE, ABQ, NM 87107. Phone: 505-821-8055; Email: info@nmyoungactors.org; Website: nmyoungactors.org; Camp Contact: Rachel Ribeiro, Executive Director. NMYA has been training kids in the dramatic arts since 1979! Our summer program is held in the month of June. Drama I (ages 9-19, M-Th, 9:30-11:30 am, $400) Learn the basics of stage acting with emphasis on movement, improv and character development, culminating in a class play! Musical Theater Intensive (ages 9-19, M-Th,12:00-2:15 pm, $440) Join us for a month of singing and dancing, together creating a musical cabaret performance. Summer Shakespeare Fest (ages 9-19, M-Th, 2:30-5:00 pm, $440) Dive into Shakespeare with no fear in our 4th Annual Shakespeare Fest, featuring a festival performance of Macbeth. Summer Stars Camp (ages 5-8, M-Fr, 9:00-11:30 am, $140/week). Multi-camp and sibling discounts offered. For more info and registration, go to www.nmyoungactors.org.
R4Creating Summer Programs, 1650A Rio Rancho Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124. Phone: 505-273-2487; Email: Info@R4creating.org; Website: r4creating.org; Camp Contact: Tiffany Pettit - Operations Assistant. Join us for a Summer of STEM Exploration! From a week-long adventure at the Balloon Museum diving into robots, coding, and drones to hands-on camps in our brand-new space exploring engineering, 3D printing, and CAD — there’s something for every curious mind! We’re also excited to offer: A week-long Girls in Technology Camp! Our brand-new Curiosity Camp, designed to spark imagination through STEM discovery The Robotics Training Institute for high schoolers focused on emerging technologies and STEM career exploration for students involved in competitive robotics. With camps and classes for students ages 6–17, this summer is packed with innovation, creativity, and fun!
Visit R4Creating.org to explore the full lineup of summer programs and save your spot!
R4Creating and TEDxABQ - Curiosity Camp, R4Creating: 1650 Rio Rancho Blvd. SE Suite A., RR, NM 87124. Phone: 505-273-2487; Email: info@r4creating.org; Website:
https://be-greater-than-average-llc.jumbula.com/LeadershipPrograms/2026CuriosityCampTheR4CreatingCenter; Camp Contact: Bethany Cannon Camp Coordinator. Embark on a journey of innovation and discovery at our Curiosity Summer Camp! Delve into the dynamic world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics as you explore hands-on projects, engaging workshops, and interactive sessions designed to ignite your curious spirit. From coding and robotics to biotechnology and sustainable design, unlock your creativity and problem-solving skills while collaborating with like-minded peers. Gain invaluable insights into the startup ecosystem, business fundamentals, and real-world applications of STEM concepts, empowering you to turn your innovative ideas into impactful ventures. Join us this summer and embark on a path towards becoming the next generation of visionary leaders and change makers!
Ready, Set, Violin! – A play based, music filled, commitment-free introduction to violin for ages 3-9! Wondering if violin is right for your family? Not sure if your little one is ready for lessons? Looking for a beautiful way to bond with your child? This mini-camp lets them explore the world of violin with engaging activities! Classes run 1 hour per day with multiple time options. All materials are included (including violin!), taught by world-renowned faculty.
Phone: 505-633-2614
Email: hello@rootsandwingsmusic.org
Camp Contact: Alissa Rieb, Co-Director
Learn more: rootsandwingsmusic.org
RGEC - Summer Spectacular, 6260 Riverside Plaza Ln. ABQ, NM 87121. Phone: 505-873-6035; Email: vsantillan@atrisco.org; Website: https://www.rgec.org/summer/; Camp Contact: Crystal Garcia. Prepare for a summer filled with hands-on discovery, teamwork, and adventure! This year’s theme, “SPECTACULAR SUMMER,” takes students on an interactive journey through STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), combining fun activities, outdoor exploration, and
academic enrichment.
Why Choose RGEC’s Summer Programs?
Engaging STEM Activities: Hands-on experiments and learning aligned with weekly themes.
Outdoor Games & Physical Fitness: Active learning through sports and outdoor play. Literacy & Enrichment: Programs designed to prevent summer learning loss. Safe & Supportive Environment: We follow the latest health and safety guidelines.
Sandia Preparatory School – SummerPrep, 532 Osuna Road NE, ABQ, NM 87113. Phone: 505-338-3045; Email: summerprep@sandiaprep.org; Website: summerprep.org; Camp Contact: Melissa Adams, Director of SummerPrep. Online registration is now open for SummerPrep 2026 at Sandia Prep! SummerPrep takes place June 1–July 24 and is open to students from any school in grades Pre-K through 10. Check out new adventures like Fused Glass, African Dance and Drum, and Mystery Makers, and don’t miss returning favorites, including Bulls and Bears Investing Camp and Retro Arcade Game Design. Plus, we’re raising the curtain on two full-scale musical theater productions: Disney’s The Lion King JR. and Disney’s Mary Poppins JR! Choose from more than 100 tech, art, athletic, and academic offerings and discover why SummerPrep was recently named a top 5 summer camp in "Albuquerque The Magazine"’s Best of the City. As one SummerPrep parent put it last year: “Every class felt purposeful and fun -- a perfect balance of structure and creativity.” With a customized mix-and-match schedule for each camper, SummerPrep fosters discovery and exploration for every curious mind and encourages students in Pre-K through high school to enjoy themselves in a safe, supportive environment. More classes, more friendships, and more ways to learn, laugh, and grow: SummerPrep is the ultimate summer experience!
View the SummerPrep catalog and register today at summerprep.org!
St. John's United Methodist Church - Music Camp/AM & VBS Camp/PM, 2626 Arizona Street NE, ABQ, NM 87110; Phone: 505-883-9717; Email: childrensdirector@stjohns-abq.org; Website: stjohns-abq.org; Camp Contact: Angela Lybarger, Director of Children's & Family Ministries. Full-day camp fun with two different options! Kids can experience creative music opportunities in the morning and explore the Alaskan wilderness in the afternoon. Come join us for music camp, VBS camp, or BOTH! Kids ages 3 years through rising 5th grade are welcome. Camps are June 8-12, Monday-Friday, 9am-4:30pm. Lunch & snacks provided daily. Music camp only/$125, VBS camp only/$40, or $150 to attend both camps all week. Extended drop-off & pick-up available at $7.35/hour. Registration begins March 15th at stjohns-abq.org Questions? Email Angela Lybarger at childrensdirector@stjohns-abq.org. Come join us for a week of fun experiences & learning in a welcoming, supportive environment!
The Public Library Albuquerque Bernalillo County - Summer Reading Program, 501 Copper Ave NW ABQ, NM 87102. Phone: 505-768-5141; Email: library@cabq.gov; Website: abqlibrary.org; Camp Contact: Cody Wesner-Ellis. The Public Library of Albuquerque-Bernalillo County invites everyone to join us for our 2026 Summer Reading Program, a celebration of reading, learning, and fun for children, tweens, teens, and adults! Read books, attend events, earn prizes, and more. All for free! This 8-week
program kicks off May 30 and runs through July 25. Register online beginning May 8 or in person at one of our 19 locations beginning May 30.
The Vortex Theatre, 2900 Carlisle Blvd NE 87110 - Experience a space opera reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic tale of betrayal. Marooned on a storm-ravaged exoplanet, brilliant astrophysicist Prospero harnesses the strange physics of his galactic prison to orchestrate his vengeance, all while fiercely protecting his isolated daughter, Miranda. He commands his domain with the help of Ariel, a hyper-advanced AI humanoid, and subjugates Caliban, an indigenous alien. When the royal star-cruiser carrying his usurping enemies’ ventures near, Prospero unleashes a devastating gravitational anomaly to shipwreck them across the alien landscape. What follows is a thrilling saga of celestial illusions, the zero-gravity comic hijinks of bumbling space sailors, interstellar power struggles, and ultimately forgiveness. Camp is daily June 8 - July 10, 10 am to 2 pm at The Vortex Theatre. Performances are July 11 and 18, at 11 am and 2 pm, July 12 and 19 at 10 am. https://www.vortexabq.org/youthproductioncamps
Ultimate Ninja Gym - Ninja Summer Camp, 7901 4th St NW, ABQ, NM 87114. Phone: 505-433-4175; Email: ultimateninjagym@gmail.com; Website: https://www.ultimateninjagym.com/; Camp Contact: Iriana Valentino, Assistant Manager. Any age from 5 to 15 June weekdays, 9am-12pm and 12-3pm, 3 hours, day program, Ninja obstacles similar to American ninja warrior, warped wall, rings, and balance, team challenges, Games like tag and hide and seek, $40 per 3 hours with discounts for booking multiple sessions.
YMCA of Central New Mexico Day Camp, Office: 4901 Indian School Rd. NE, ABQ, NM 87110 Questions? Email the School Age Childcare Director, Sarah Montoya, at smontoya@ymcacnm.org or call 505-595-1515 ext. 3106. Day camp serves children ages 6-12 at 9 different locations across Albuquerque, go online (www.ymcacnm.org) to find the closest location to you! Pricing: $135/week for YMCA Members, $270/week for non-members, ECECD contracts accepted! Weekly field trips, swimming trips, and themes are implemented to ensure an exciting and engaging summer from June 1st until July 31st . Embark on an exciting summer adventure at YMCA Day Camp! Our curriculum ignites curiosity by introducing kids to a variety of educational topics, fostering character development in a safe and fun environment. Join us for a season of growth, respect, and memorable moments in 2026! Don’t wait! Registration opened on February 4th!
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