Looking for great summer camps and activities for kids in Central Bergen County? We've got a lineup of camps to choose from in Paramus, Englewood, Tenafly, Cresskill, Emerson, Ridgewood, and other towns in New Jersey and New York!
This year's guide to great local camps includes themes such as Art and STEM Camps, Music Camps, Dance Camps, Day Camps, Nature Camps, Theater Camps & more.
Explore each local camp option below - contact the camp to register or visit their site for more details!
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Please note: We are continuing to add Bergen County summer camps to this 2025 guide, so please check back often! Have a camp you'd like to list? It's not too late to take part! Email KendraD@macaronikid.com for details.
If you have children, then you know planning for summer can be a challenge: Choosing a variety of activities. Planning around vacations and friends. Committing to weekly sessions 6 months in advance. But with Steve & Kate’s Camp, your entire summer could be solved!
Steve & Kate’s Camp, a San Francisco Bay Area staple since 1980, will be in 90+ locations around the country this summer!
Read MoreSummer Dance Camp 2025!
Children ages 4-7 years old are introduced to an exciting world of creativity, movement and fun through dance. Individual creativity is encouraged using movement, dance steps, music, arts, crafts and games.
Young Dancers 2025!
This 2-week workshop provides the opportunity for young dancers, ages 7 - 13 yrs, to flourish in a small nurturing environment. The outstanding faculty of Ballet Arts provide excellent instruction while remaining sensitive to the developmental needs of younger dancers.
Summer Intensive 2025!
This three-week intensive is for serious ballet students aged 13 -19 years old who are ready to achieve a new level in their dancing. Focus is on developing the complete dancer in an inclusive and fun environment.
July Session
July 7th - July 24th
End of Camp Performance: July 24th at 5:00 pm
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August Session
August 4th - August 21st
End of Camp Performance: August 21st at 5:00pm
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Days & Times
Monday - Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Both sessions end with a performance on the bergenPAC stage.
Cost: $1,300 plus $40 registration
$100 early bird discount if you sign up by May 30, 2025.
Can't pay right now? Payment plans and scholarships are available!
Apply Now
*SPACE IS LIMITED, register to reserve your spot today!
The deadline for enrollment is June 1, 2025.
30 North Van Brunt Street, , Englewood, NJ Read MoreBerkshire Lake Arts Camp provides top-tier dance, theater and visual arts instruction, plus all the magic of traditional camp for girls ages 7-15.
Hinsdale, Massachusetts
Read MoreWith 350 basketball camps in nearly every state nationwide, Breakthrough Basketball coaches firmly believe that they have a very important responsibility and an amazing opportunity to have a positive impact on their players' lives.
Score big in 2025 - at a Breakthrough Basketball Camp!
Locations Nationwide
Read MoreRamaquois campers have made countless friends, learned important lessons, experienced success, and grown through challenges. We are proud that Ramaquois changes kids’ lives and are also passionate about creating a loving environment for each child.
Campers go home each day with a true sense of accomplishment. Each and every child plays a role in our supportive and thriving community.
We invite you to schedule a personal tour so that we can answer all of your individual questions. Please request more information or give us a call to find out why so many parents choose Ramaquois for their children.
30 Mountain Road, Pomona, NY Read MoreUnlock your child's creativity and future potential with Code Ninjas Summer Camps! Whether they're creating in 3D, exploring robotics, or modding in Minecraft, your child will explore the exciting world of coding, game development, and tech creation—all while having an absolute blast! Guided by expert instructors, kids will enhance their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, gaining confidence that extends far beyond the screen. It’s not just about tech—it’s about preparing for the future while having an unforgettable summer with new friends.
Don’t wait—our spots fill up fast! Give your child the opportunity to think bigger, dream brighter, and code smarter. Sign up today for a summer of fun, learning, and discovery!
Multiple Locations
Read MoreLocated in Suffern, NY, Deerkill Day Camp serves New York City, Hoboken, Weehawken, Jersey City and Bergen, Rockland, Orange, Westchester and Essex Counties. Our reputation within the community has been built upon our pristine facilities with manicured fields and professional instruction in swimming, athletics, arts and specialty programs. Each of our groups is led by an adult and our staff is hand selected by our Directors. Our focus is providing your child with a safe environment in which to forge new friendships and develop new skills.
54 Wilder Road, Suffern, NY Read MoreEcho Hill Camp on the Chesapeake Bay offers a unique free-choice program where children chart their own adventure, and every day brings new possibilities. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Chesapeake Bay, campers master favorites like sailing and water skiing and build essential life skills while being guided by exceptional counselors who truly understand today's youth.
Here, campers experience the kind of summer they will remember – one filled with starlit campfires, rustic living, and genuine human connections away from screens and social media. Our century-old tradition of outdoor living creates the perfect environment for kids to develop independence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. Worton, Maryland Read MoreCamp Hoover has been creating life-changing experiences since 1953. Nestled within 340 acres of forests, hills, and a tranquil lakefront in Middleville, it offers campers in first through 12th grade opportunities to embrace independence, build friendships, and connect with nature. Campers enjoy activities like horseback riding, canoeing, hiking, and STEM programs, fostering growth and discovery in a supportive environment. Whether developing new skills or conquering fears, every moment at Camp Hoover reflects Girl Scout values, inspiring confidence, resilience, and lifelong memories. It’s a place where campers expand their horizons and experience the transformative power of the outdoors.
Middleville, New Jersey
Read MoreSunshine, friendships and Wonder of Learning™ combine to make our summer program one-of-a-kind.
Summer at Goddard is an exciting extension of the school year, designed to embrace how children learn best — through curiosity. Our summer program gives your child the chance to reconnect with friends, make new ones, and continue building essential social-emotional skills through hands-on learning. Your child's summer adventure is waiting — just don't forget the sunscreen!
15 Brook Street, Norwood, NJ Read MoreOur school’s year-round availability is one factor that makes parents adore JumpinJax. Our school transforms into a summer camp, welcoming kids between 2 and 10.
We provide camp hours from 8 AM to 6 PM with lunch, and a snack included to accommodate working parents. For stay-at-home parents, we also offer half-day options with camp hours from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM with lunch included. Register for a week, a month, or the whole summer. Just be aware that they will only want to leave once they arrive!
Ten weeks of fun for a lifetime of JumpinJax memories, who could ask for more! For pricing, details, and registration please contact us at 201.261.3000.
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The last full week of June through the whole last week of August are the dates for our 10-week theme-based summer programs. Every week, the kids will engage in activities exploring different subjects, including arts & crafts, projects, games, books, and songs. They’ll also enjoy playing on our indoor playground and getting wet in the outdoor water play area.
Our campers will be prepared for school in September after receiving age-appropriate academic evaluations over the summer.
Our summer camp challenges both the body and the intellect, keeping campers busy and learning while having an unforgettable experience.
Call (201) 500-2951 to learn more about our summer camp pricing, daily schedule, lunch menu, weekly themes, and sibling discounts.
600 Winters Avenue, Suite B , Paramus, NJ Read MoreLabel Daddy provides premium, peel and stick, customized, and washable labels to keep personal items organized and out of the Lost and Found — perfect for summer camp and beyond.
Read MoreHave a camp experience like no other when they join us for our all-new 2025 summer camp programs! Our Summer Explorers and Real Science camps combine the Real Discovery of awesome STEAM-based projects and the Real Fun of traditional day camp indoor & outdoor activities– all with a 21st-Century twist! Great for kids of all interest and skill levels!
We are conveniently located in Ridgewood (@Camp LIA) & in the Pascack Valley/Rockland County, NY Area(@ SJR Campus) with separate, age-appropriate programs for your 1st-2nd, 3rd-5th and 6th-8th graders– all including our optional Extended Camp Day program!
Catch a Break with Multi-week or Sibling Discount When You Register Today!
660 East Glen Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ Read MoreModel United Nations Institute Summer Camp - Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, enhance your public speaking and debate skills, get daily personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends!
Multiple Locations
Read MoreSend your kid to the ultimate summer music experience at School of Rock Cresskill. Summer music camps are the perfect way to spend your summer break, where students learn to play songs through live performances like real musicians.
Featuring camps like Green Day Camp , Pop Punk Camp, Taylor Swift Camp, The Beatles Camp, and
80s Rock Camp.
Are you ready for some football?
Sports International Academies offers Overnight and Day Football Camps in the Winter and Summer months. Camps are staffed with elite college and high school coaches along with current and former NFL players from your favorite team.
Camps are for players ages 7-18. Players will be placed in their respective age group and broken down by position, ability and skill level. An unforgettable experience to be shared with teammates or to make lifelong friends! You WILL go back to your team as a better player.
Read MoreChildren who like nature love camp at the Tenafly Nature Center! Our professional Environmental Educators lead outdoor activities that are fun and educational: hiking along TNC’s trails, engaging in nature-based crafts, games and activities. Campers will learn to identify native species and understand ecosystems and habitats throughout our nearly 400 acre forest. Sharp-eyed campers may spot native animals that live in TNC’s preserve; from snapping turtles to white-tailed deer, wild turkeys, bullfrogs, and red-tailed hawks.
We welcome kids of all abilities and will work closely with you to make sure your child has a wonderful summer camp experience!
Join the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth this summer for rigorous, fresh, and fun in-person academic programs held at 10 locations in California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. CTY's three-week day and residential programs for advanced learners in grades 2-12 offer 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus social activities like talent shows and dances. CTY challenges students and connects them with an engaged community of learners from around the world. Residential students in grades 5-12 experience learning and living on a college campus. Before and after care is available for day students in grades 2-6 and lunch is included. Online programs in dynamic virtual classrooms are also enrolling.
Read MoreLooking for a fun, creative, and educational summer experience for your kids?
Look no further! Our Summer Art Camp is the perfect place for your children to explore their creativity, make new friends, and enjoy a summer full of exciting activities.
67 S washington Avenue , Bergenfield, NJ Read MoreWe are so excited to offer our Camp Program at We Rock the Spectrum – We Rock the Spectrum – Bergen! This program is designed for maximum flexibility. Book one session, a full week, or a month!
One-on-One Attendant Care available for any children who require behavior assistance and/or if there is a safety concern such as eloping. Please contact us if you feel your child needs this assistance.
11 Park Pl, Paramus, NJ Read MoreHi, I'm Kendra and I am the Publisher of Paramus Macaroni KID! If you are looking for family fun in Bergen County, you've come to the right place. We cover all of the family-friendly, fun things for kids to do in Paramus and surrounding areas (Hackensack, Maywood, Alpine, Bergenfield, Cresskill, Demarest, Dumont, Haworth, New Milford, Oradell, River Edge, and Rochelle Park). There is so much for families in our towns, we hope to connect you with all of the resources you need to have fun as a family.
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