The Herndon Parks & Rec Department always has something exciting going on. That’s why they were awarded and recognized as one of the Best Summer Camps 2023 by Northern Virginia Magazine!
Get excited about their summer opportunities, ideal for kids and teens looking to make new friends, improve or learn new skills, and so much more. Each camp is guaranteed to entertain, excite, and enrich your child’s summer! Plus, camps are open to non-Town of Herndon residents and are offered in full-, half-, and even partial-day options, making scheduling a breeze.
2023 summer camps include:
Storybook Dance Camps
Ages 4-11
More than exploring dance and movement, Storybook Dance camps are a multi-art experience centered around a theme with stories and daily craft projects!
I Love Animals!
June 20-23, 2023
Age 5-8
Fairytale Adventures
June 26-30, 2023
Age 4-6
Ahoy, Matey!
July 3-7, 2023
Age 5-8
Dancing Royalty
July 11-15, 2023
Age 6-8
Under the Sea
July 17-21, 2023
Age 4-6
We Don’t Talk About Bruno
July 24-28, 2023
Age 5-8
Safari Adventure
July 31-Aug 4, 2023
Age 5-8
Broadway Babies
Aug 7-11, 2023
Age 8-11
Nature Camp
Ages 5-8
Campers will explore nature through hands-on activities and outdoor learning, using their senses to discover a joy and appreciation for nature! Each week, we will investigate a different theme centered around science experiments, nature walks, art projects, environmental education, and fun!
Slime & Scales
June 20-23, 2023
Ages 5-8
Beneath the Surface
June 26-30, 2023
Ages 5-8
Things With Wings
July 3-7, 2023
Ages 5-8
Pollinator’s Paradise
July 10-14, 2023
Ages 5-8
So Much Soil
July 17-21, 2023
Ages 5-8
Mammal Madness
July 24-28, 2023
Ages 5-8
What Can We Do?
July 31-Aug 4, 2023
Ages 5-8
Eco-Librium/Best of Biodiversity
Aug 7-11, 2023
Ages 5-8
Herndon Odyssey
Age 6-11
At Herndon Odyssey, your child will make memories that last a lifetime! Every day brings a new adventure through a variety of programs such as crafts, free play, sports, games, and other team-building activities. Plus, they’ll enjoy a field trip, too!
• June 20-30, 2023
• July 3-14, 2023
• July 17-28, 2023
• July 31-Aug 11, 2023
• Aug 14-18, 2023
Outdoor Science Camp
Ages 8-12
Campers are invited to enjoy a world of imagination for curious kids! At this camp, kids will participate in small group science activities, as well as traditional summer camp fun. Their curiosity will be engaged through science experiments, discussions, observations, arts & crafts, and games with newfound friends!
Fossils & Earth History
June 20-23, 2023
Ages 8-12
Have Some Backbone
June 26-30, 2023
Ages 8-12
Force & Motion
July 3-7, 2023
Ages 8-12
Chemistry Galore
July 10-14, 2023
Ages 8-12
Earth & Space Science
July 17-21, 2023
Ages 8-12
Life Science
July 24-28, 2023
Ages 8-12
Science Rocks!
July 31-Aug 4, 2023
Ages 8-12
Atmospheric Science
Aug 7-11, 2023
Ages 8-12
Tennis Camps
Ages 7-13
Tennis Camp is an excellent way for kids to spend their summer outdoors, learning tennis and having fun! Camp will feature on and off-court instruction, warmups, and conditioning.
• June 20-23, 2023
• June 26-30, 2023
• July 3-7, 2023
• July 10-14, 2023
• July 17-21, 2023
• July 24-28, 2023
Tennis Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Ages 14-15
Want to be a tennis instructor someday? Get an early start on training for the position! Tennis Counselor-in-Training’s valuable experience on how to instruct, run drills, supervise kids, and more tennis-related items in our summer camp setting. Tennis experience is required to participate in the program.
• June 20-23, 2023
• June 26-30, 2023
• July 3-7, 2023
• July 10-14, 2023
• July 17-21, 2023
• July 24-28, 2023
Teen Discovery
Ages 12-15
Teen Discovery allows teenagers to spend a week with friends while traveling to their favorite summer destinations! Each day promises a new adventure through field trips, games, and activities. Trips may include Kings Dominion, Dave & Busters, Top Golf, water parks, horseback riding, white water rafting, trampoline park, regional parks, and more!
• June 26-30, 2023
• July 3-7, 2023
• July 10-14, 2023
• July 17-21, 2023
• July 24-28, 2023
Counselor-in-Training (CIT)
Ages 13-16
The program allows kids to learn how to plan, teach, and execute youth programs and activities. CITs will work in camp units and shadow counselors while developing these skills. In addition, the CIT program is designed to create leaders and role models and prepare participants to become effective and talented counselors.
• June 20-30, 2023
• July 3-14, 2023
• July 17-28, 2023
• July 31-Aug 11, 2023
CONNECT
• (703) 787-7300
• Website • Summer Camps
• Facebook • Twitter • Instagram
• Herndon Community Center, 814 Ferndale Ave., Herndon, VA 20170 (Map)
• Fairfax County
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