When school’s out, camp’s in! Here’s a recap of some awesome Fall, Winter, Spring & Holiday Break Camps throughout San Diego!

From adventurous fall and turkey day camps to themed winter camps, there’s something for everyone. So, whether your little ones are budding scientists, nature enthusiasts, or simply looking for an adventure, you’ll find a camp that suits their interests and keeps their school breaks both entertaining and educational. Let’s explore the top-notch holiday break camps that make the holidays even more special for kids!

Want to add your seasonal camp? Email Niki@sandiegomoms.com. Also, remember to check out our Summer Camp Guide, as we will update it soon for summer 2025.

AR Workshop ARt Camp

AR Workshop Coronado: 1033 B Ave. Suite 101, Coronado, CA 92118

Calling all parents! Register your child for a hands-on crafting experience in one of our Youth Series! Check out our calendar for individual Youth or Family-Friendly workshops. Summer Camp 2025 info is coming in February!

Feb 17 from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM:
1-Day Camp: Mini Wood Workshop

Seaside Arts Center

Seaside Arts Center: 11130 E Ocean Air Drive, Ste. C-105, San Diego, 92130
Phone: (858) 299-9038

Dynasty Dance Co. Camps

Dynasty Dance Co.: ​6506 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, 92115
Phone: (619)363-2199

Dynasty Dance Co. camps are designed to keep your children engaged and entertained during breaks, our camps feature a variety of activities including dance, STEM projects, and creative arts.

Full-day camps are weekdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, with additional before and aftercare available.

Thanksgiving Week Camp | Ages 4+
Session: November 25 – 27 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $220 or $75/day

Winter Break Camp | Ages 4+
Session: December 23 – January 6 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $229/week or $75/day

Martin Luther King Day Camp | Ages 4+
Session: January 20 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $75/day

President’s Day Camp | Ages 4+
Session: February 14 & 17 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $75/day

Spring Break Camp | Ages 4+
Session: March 31 – April 18 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $299/week or $75/day

Memorial Day Camp | Ages 4+
Session: May 26 | 9AM – 3PM​ | $75/day

G3Kids Point Loma and La Jolla UTC

Locations: Point Loma (Liberty Station), Pacific Beach and La Jolla UTC Mall
Phone: (858) 333-9009

Our Children’s Summer and Seasonal Camps foster friendship, skills development, and happiness for your children. Our camps are unforgettable! Gymnastics, Ninja obstacle courses, teamwork games, art & crafts, and outdoors play. Our team provides an exciting day through active play, friendship building, social and emotional skill development, and energy burning fun!

Presidents Day Camp: February 14th & 17th

FULL DAY: 9am-3pm
Price: 1 day $110, 2 days $220, 3 days $330. 4 days $399, 5 days $449

HALF DAY

Morning session: 9am-12:30pm
Afternoon session: 12:30pm-4pm
Price: 1 day $80, 2 days $160, 3 days $240, 4 days $300, 5 days $325

Extended Care available until 5pm for $15/hour

Little Explorers Spring Camp 

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum·320 N Broadway, San Diego, 92025

Explore the life of a bug this spring! Join San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for a full week of outdoor exploration. Campers will enjoy learning about insects big and small through daily art and science activities. Ages: 4 – 8 years old.

Full-week sign-ups only. 10% discounts for siblings. After Care available. 

Spring Camp
April 14 – 18, 2025

Price
$300-375

Coastal Kiddos

Location: Various Locations Near Encinitas or La Jolla
Phone: (858) 952-4129

Coastal Kiddos is an outdoor education and recreation program. We use games, activities, and lessons to teach children about the natural world. Our camp rotates locations and activities each meeting, so every session is something new.  ​ From the beaches to the chaparall and everything in between, Coastal Kiddos covers all the different ecosystems in the San Diego area.

Time: 9am-2pm

Presidents Day: February 14th & 17th

Spring Break Week One: March 24th – 28th

Spring Break Week Two: March 31st – April 4th

Fleet Science Center

Location: 1875 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 238-1233

Your kids will experience exciting new adventures every day when they join our seasonal STEM Camps. They will have a unique opportunity to explore and learn about the fascinating world of science in a fun and engaging way. With a variety of activities and programs, STEM Camps offer diverse and enriching experiences.

Designed with a focus on inquiry and play, STEM Camps encourage children to investigate some of the most fascinating and exciting concepts in science. Your kids will have the chance to learn about everything from air pressure and electrical currents to life cycles and chemical reactions during their school breaks.

Spring Camp
Week 1
Tiny but Mighty: The World of Bugs | March 31-April 4 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | TK-Kinder | Members: $140, General: $165

Week 1
Soaring Science: Flight & Aerodynamics | March 31-April 4 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | 1-3 grade | Members: $310, General: $370

Week 1
Spy Academy: Secret Agents in Training | March 31-April 4 | 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. | 4-6 grade | Members: $310, General: $370

Week 2
Heroes & Villains: The Science of Superpowers | April 7-11 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | 1-3 grade | Members: $310, General: $370

Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center

Address: 4126 Executive Drive, San Diego, 92037
Phone: (858) 457-3030

Come join in on the fun at Thanksgiving Camp, Winter Camp and Holiday Break Camps at the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center! They offer a variety of fun, hands on activities from creating delicious treats to crafting up a storm of possibilities All camps include sports, art, games and more, as well as swimming (weather permitting).

Extended Care Options:
AM Extended Care: 7:30am until 9:00am | PM Extended Care: 3:30pm until 5:30pm

Presidents Day Camp
Friday, February 14 & Monday, February 17, 2025 | 8:00 am – 5:30 pm

Spring Camps: MARCH 29, APRIL 1 & 2 (3 Days) – Grades K–7
9:00 A.M.–3:30 P.M.

Phoenix Sports

Location: New Song Church – 3780 Pio Pico Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Phone: (760) 587-7452

Phoenix Sports is the perfect backup when Carlsbad public schools are closed for winter, spring, or summer break. Learn about our engaging camp & childcare programs. Ages 3-10. Camp runs 8:30am-4pm with full and half day options.

Presidents Day Camp
February 17th & Monday, February 21st

Spring Break Camp
March 24th – 28th
March 31st – April 4th
April 7th – 11th

Memorial Break Camp:
May 26th

Living Coast Discovery Center Wildlife Camp 

With options for Pre-K through 6th grade, we’ve got something for every wildlife enthusiast in the family. Our campers will spend their days exploring, learning about local wildlife and conservation, interacting with the animals that call the Living Coast their home, and so much more! View all camps here.

Spring Break Camp Info Coming Soon!

Paintbox Art Studio

Location: 1101 Washington Pl, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (858) 382-2696

Campers will work on 2 organized sew projects (kids will be able to insert their own flare, of course) and might just slime it up or do some cookie or Valentine decorating. Early drop-off and late pick up are available, and a week’s discount is available.

Full Day: 9am-3pm & Half Day: 9am- 12pm

Presidents Day Camp: February 14th & 17th

Ski Week: March 3rd – 7th

Spring Break Camp: March 31st- April 4th

KidWonder

Linda Vista Location: 5261 Linda Vista Road, San Diego 92110
Encinitas Location: 333 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
Pacific Beach Location: 929 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109
Phone: (619) 432-4120

An action-packed schedule consisting of everything Ninja, Gymnastics, Team building, Arts Crafts, Outdoor Fun and More!

KidWonder Camp is designed to give your child a great experience as they engage in American Ninja Warrior training, Gymnastics, Arts n Crafts, Capture the Flag, Team Building, Character Building and more.

Encinitas:
Turkey Camp
November 25-27 (9:00 AM – 3:00 PM)

Linda Vista:
Presidents Day Camp
February 19-23 | 9am-3pm

Spring Break Camp
Jungle Gym Ninja
APRIL 1-5 | 9am-3pm

Summer Camps (Both Locations) Starts June 10th!

YMCA of San Diego County (YMCA)

While camp may look different this year at the YMCA, the fun, educational and energetic experience you’ve come to expect from our Y camps will remain the same. Children will enjoy a wide variety of activities for their child to explore, outdoor play, the opportunity to make friends, and peace of mind for working parents. Prices may vary depending on the camp.

Upcoming Camp Sessions (Varies by Location)

Thanksgiving Camp:
November 25–27

Winter Camp Week 1:
December 23-27 — No Camp December 24 and 25
(Single day options available.)

Winter Camp Week 2
December 30-January 3 — No Camp December 31 and January 1. (Single day options available.)

Winter Camp Week 3:
January 6-10, 2025

Locations: 13 YMCA Camp Locations

San Diego Gymnastics 

Six Locations: Grossmont Center,  La Costa, Otay Mesa, Mission Valley, Rancho Bernardo and Point Loma

You’ll find the perfect mix of play and structure at San Diego Gymnastics. With a team of experienced coaches and state-of-the-art facilities, kids can learn new skills, make friends, and enjoy activities that keep them engaged. Whether it’s flipping on the trampoline, playing games, or having fun outside, each day at camp is an adventure. Camp hours are 9am-3pm and must enroll in full week, no single day options. Please send campers to SDG with an allergen friendly lunch.

Spring Break Camps: 

Ski Week (Rancho Bernardo): 2/17-2/21

Spring Out of This World (La Costa & Otay Ranch): 3/24- 3/28

Adventure Awaits (Mission Valley, Point Loma, La Costa, Otay Ranch): 3/31- 4/4

Spring Out of This World (Grossmont): 4/7- 4/11

Spirit Week (Grossmont, Rancho Bernardo): 4/14- 4/18

Coastal Roots “Farm” Camp

Location: Coastal Roots Farm, 441 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA 92024
Phone: (760) 479-6505

After-School Programs Available

Spring Break Camp:
March 25th-29th (Session 1) and April 1st-5th (Session 2)

San Diego Kroc Center

Location: 6845 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115
Phone: (619) 269-1470

The Kroc Center provide programs that offer a variety of life-changing opportunities for people of all ages in the areas of sports, fitness, arts, education, and personal and spiritual enrichment. They offer traditional and specialty camp programs.

Thanksgiving Camp:
November 25-27

Single Days Camps:
December 20th, January 6th, January 20th

Week long Camps:
Week 1: December 23-27 (no camp on December 24, 25)
Week 2: December 30 – January 3 (no camp on January 1)

San Diego Animal Sanctuary And Farm 

Alpine:·5178 Japatul Spur, Alpine, CA 91901
Phone: (619) 320-4942

Shadow our experienced animal keepers for the entire day from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm in the intimacy of your private group with up to 3 children. You will have the opportunity to help your keeper with their duties while interacting, at length, with all our animals. Something new is always happening at the Farm – no day is the same.

MLK Day Camp: January 15th

• 3-Day Week: $495 per week
  5-Day Week: $695 per week

June Care

Location: A home near you!

If you are looking for an alternative to Winter Camps or just want an option to supplement your busy holiday schedule. With June Care’s community-based approach to childcare, you’ll be matched with local families who share your values and can offer the flexibility you need for a stress-free holiday season!

Holiday & Spring Camp: You choose the schedule based on your needs

East County Surf Soccer Club

East County Surf Fall & Winter Camps are designed for the benefit of all Staff, Players & Parents, and are open to all players from all clubs! Camp runs from 9am – 12:30pm.

Spring Break Camps: 

Session One: April 3rd – 6th
Santee Town Center Park: 550 Park Center Dr., Santee, Ca 92071

Session Two: April 10th – 14th
Hillsdale Middle School: 1301 Brabham St., El Cajon, CA 92019

Snapology {Solana Beach}

Call: 858-356-4224

Whether it’s a holiday, a teacher workshop day, or a weekend that needs a productive and fun activity, Snapology has you covered. Our fun one-day, 3-hour workshops keep your kids happy, busy, and learning!

At Snapology, we understand that it’s not just summer breaks that leave you looking for something fun and educational for your kids to do. Forget about endless hours of TV and give your kids some entertainment that is also educational. Our workshops are designed to teach STEAM skills with fun, hands-on activities. Our 3-hour workshop gives you time to get some work done, run errands, or just take a little time to yourself. Don’t worry, your kids will be having so much fun, they’ll be extra excited for their next school break.

SEACAMP Spring Break Camp

Location: Mission Bay

SEACAMP Spring Break Camp is a five-day, day camp program designed to introduce students to the ocean and local marine life of Southern California. Enrollment is open to students 5th through 8th grade. Throughout the program, our Marine Science Instructors will use our extensive aquarium facilities to teach hands-on labs and workshops. Our labs and workshops encourage students to touch and observe our wide variety of live and preserved specimens and introduce them to the variety of marine life they will encounter during field activities. This program is an excellent way to give your ocean-interested student more exposure to marine biology. We will introduce students to the marine environment, engage students in marine science, and spark their interest in the ocean.

Elementary Institute of Science

Location: 608 51st Street, San Diego, CA 92114
Phone: 619.263.2302

Join us for a hands-on, tech-filled Thanksgiving adventure where boys and girls ages 6-14 will explore the exciting world of technology through interactive workshops and creative projects! At this camp, young minds will dive into a variety of activities that foster problem-solving, teamwork, and digital skills in a fun, engaging environment. Multi-day themed Camp programs are offered during Thanksgiving, Spring, and Summer Breaks. Students rotate through different hands-on STEM lab activities daily. All camps include a presentation by a guest STEM professional. Summer and Spring Break Camps include a field trip.

The Whole Child Learning Company

4044 Lark Street & 7654 Herschel Ave

Our President’s Weekend Day Camps for kids include fun hands-on experiments, Valentine themed art projects, and Lego Robotics and Engineering stations. All of our camps include time spent outdoors and fun educational projects.

Presidents Day: February 14th & 17th

Monart School of Art

Location: 2590 Truxtun Rd #204, San Diego, CA 92106
CALL: 619.222.DRAW

Monart & APT 4 Music have teamed up to provide 10am to 3pm coverage over the holiday breaks in these fun and educational art & music workshops! Have your kids get creative over the holiday break, recording music together as a group and making several beautiful works of art inspired by the holiday season.

Spring Break Camp: March 31st-April 2nd

Elementary Institute of Science

Location: 608 51st Street, San Diego, CA 92114
Phone: 619.263.2302

Join us for a hands-on, tech-filled Thanksgiving adventure where boys and girls ages 6-14 will explore the exciting world of technology through interactive workshops and creative projects! At this camp, young minds will dive into a variety of activities that foster problem-solving, teamwork, and digital skills in a fun, engaging environment. Multi-day themed Camp programs are offered during Thanksgiving, Spring, and Summer Breaks. Students rotate through different hands-on STEM lab activities daily. All camps include a presentation by a guest STEM professional. Summer and Spring Break Camps include a field trip.

Keep checking back as we will be updating this list!!

Want to add your holiday camp or after-school program to this list? Email Niki@sandiegomoms.com/.