Get ready for an unforgettable summer! ☀️ Our Macaroni KID Summer Camp Guide is here to help you discover an amazing variety of camps for kids of all ages and interests. From outdoor adventures and creative arts to sports, STEM, and more, there’s something for every child to explore, learn, and love this season. Start planning now and find the perfect fit for a summer full of fun, friendship, and lasting memories!
Be sure to check out our Spotlight Camps below—these featured programs are going the extra mile to offer unique experiences, top-notch activities, and can’t-miss summer fun. If you’re looking for something extra special, this is a great place to start!
Spotlight Camps
Summer STEAM Camps!
Looking for a hands-on, high-energy summer camp your kids will actually be excited about? The Summer STEAM Camps with Mrs. Hiroyasu are back for another summer of creativity, curiosity, and fun!
Choose from three unique 3-day camps: Makers Lab (July 20–22), Mad Scientist (July 27–29), and Culinary Creators (August 3–5). Each camp is packed with engaging, hands-on activities like building roller coasters and hydraulic launchers, experimenting with oobleck and polymers, and creating delicious science-inspired treats.
Designed for students entering K–5, camps are offered in small groups to keep things engaging, supportive, and fun. Led by a local elementary teacher, each session blends learning with creativity in a way that builds confidence and keeps kids excited to come back each day.
✨ Morning (K–1st): 9:00–12:30
✨Afternoon (2nd–5th): 1:30–5:00
Multi-camp discounts and scholarships are available to ensure every child can join the fun!
Register Here: Summer STEAM Camp Series!
YMCA Camp Casey
Looking for the perfect summer camp close to home? YMCA Camp Casey on Whidbey Island offers unforgettable day camp and overnight camp experiences for local families all summer long. Campers build confidence, friendships, and independence while enjoying the best parts of summer in a safe, supportive environment.
From climbing, archery, and games to arts, team challenges, and classic camp traditions, every day is packed with adventure led by caring, highly trained staff. Overnight camp gives youth the chance to unplug, stay in cabins, and experience the magic of camp life, while day camp provides flexible options for families looking for exciting summer opportunities nearby.
Whether it is a camper’s first summer or a returning favorite, Camp Casey is a place where kids can explore, belong, and create memories that last a lifetime.
Register Here: YMCA Camp Casey Registration
Camp Trail Blaze!
Make a Splash This Summer at Camp Trail Blaze! An ALL DAY summer camp featuring daily swim lessons, open swim, outdoor activities, and MORE! Camp Trail Blaze offers a structured yet fun summer experience where kids can stay active, build friendships, and explore new interests. Our program blends recreation, creativity, and outdoor play in a safe and supportive environment. With experienced staff and engaging weekly activities, campers gain confidence, independence, and lasting summer memories. Whether they’re swimming at the pool, kayaking at the lagoon, exploring outdoor adventures, getting creative with hands-on projects, or joining in group games and challenges, campers are sure to enjoy their summer at Camp Trail Blaze. The best part? Camp runs ALL DAY!
Register Here: Camp Trail Blaze Registration and Info
Summer Adventure Awaits at The Salish Sea School in Anacortes!
Looking for an unforgettable summer experience for your child? We still have a few spots available in several of our hands-on marine science camps and research programs!
Student Training as Research Scientists (Ages 14–18)
Become a real marine researcher while collecting data, exploring islands, and contributing to ongoing conservation projects.
📅June 22–26 & July 6–10
Puffin Protectors (Ages 6–8)
Young ocean explorers will discover seabirds, tidepools, marine mammals, and the amazing wildlife of the Salish Sea.📅
📅 July 20–24
Marine Wildlife Academy (Ages 11–14)
Spend the week studying whales, seabirds, marine mammals, and ecosystems through field adventures and hands-on science.
📅 July 20–24 & August 3–7
Orca Friends (Ages 6–8)
A fun-filled week of marine wildlife exploration, beach discoveries, and ocean-themed adventures.
📅 August 17–21
Salish Sea Adventures (Ages 11–14)
Explore beaches, islands, boats, and marine wildlife while building outdoor skills and connections to the natural world.
📅 August 17–21
Spaces are limited and many camps fill quickly. Join us for a summer of discovery, adventure, science, and connection on and around the Salish Sea!
Learn more and register at The Salish Sea School: https://www.thesalishseaschool.org/summer-camps
☀️ Summer Camps Start Next Week at WILASC! ☀️
Looking for a summer filled with creativity, discovery, friendship, and hands-on learning? WILASC is excited to offer one of our most diverse summer camp seasons yet for Whidbey Island kids and teens ages 5–17.
🚀 This year, we're especially excited to offer several unique camps that families won't easily find elsewhere on the island:
• 3D Printing Camp – Design and create real objects using modern maker technology
• Drone Engineering & Flight Camp – Build, test, and fly your own drone
• Architecture & Design Studio – Sketch, model, and design dream spaces and structures
• Creative Writing Camp – Craft stories, characters, and imaginative worlds with guidance from a published author
🎨 Students can also explore robotics, coding, science, art, music, clay, outdoor adventures, beach exploration, and nature-based creativity throughout the summer!
✨ Our camps are designed to help children build confidence, creativity, problem-solving skills, independence, and meaningful friendships while discovering new interests and talents.
For busy families, we offer:
✅ Half-day and full-day options
✅ Supervised lunch break and extended-day care
✅ Locations in South Whidbey (Freeland) and Oak Harbor
❤️ We believe every child deserves access to enriching summer experiences. Need-based scholarships, military family discounts, payment plans, and free lunch options are available for qualifying families.
Whether your child loves building, inventing, creating, performing, exploring, or imagining, there's a place for them at WILASC this summer!
🎉 Macaroni KID families receive 10% OFF with code MK10
Browse camps and register today: https://www.wilasc.com/summer-camp-2026
Whidbey Island Waldorf School Summer Camps
Join us for imaginative play, music, forest walks, stories, puppetry, water play, circle time and games on our early childhood playground, throughout the forest and in our sunny meadows. Join us for a wonderful summer together!
Half Day (9am to 12pm) and Full Day (9am to 3pm) options.
Half Day 5 Day - $390 per week
Full Day 5 Day - $780 per week
More information here: https://wiws.org/
Sponsored Camp Fernwood
Camp Fernwood is an all-girls residential summer camp located in Poland, Maine for campers ages 7 to 15. Founded in 1921, Camp Fernwood is rooted in the four principles of living simply, enjoying the beauty and wonder of natural surroundings, nurturing tolerance and unselfishness, and developing loving, lifelong friendships.
Camp Fernwood's program is intentional, allowing for friendships to form, independence and resilience to develop, and girls to fully immerse themselves in the complete camp experience.
Sponsored Camp Trail Blaze (NWPPRD)
☀️ Your child’s best summer starts here! 🌲💦 Camp Trail Blaze is back from July 6–August 13, and every day is packed with adventure, creativity, and FUN! From swim lessons and open swim to kayaking, crafts, outdoor games, and more, there’s something every kid will love. 🛶🎨🏃♂️ Flexible weekly registration makes it easy to build a summer that works for your family! Our program is designed for kids entering 1st through 6th grade for the 2026/27 school year.
85 SE Jerome St., Oak Harbor, WA Read More
Coupeville Tennis Youth Camp
The 3rd annual Coupeville Tennis Youth Camp, open to students entering grades 3-7, hits the CHS courts in July.
Oak Harbor, WA Read More
Sponsored Full Moon Rising Farm
We have hosted summer camps since 1997. Our 10 acre farm is a combination of forest, field, paddock, pasture, orchard, and gardens. Children enjoy the magical, rural setting, nestled on the edge of a vast forest between two bays. There is an intricate trail system from farm to lake and everything in between. One of the more popular trails reaches all the way to the beach. Art, nature, storytelling, gardening, whittling, yoga, games, and more all come together to teach stewardship of the land.
Freeland, WA Read More
Sponsored Idyllwild Arts Academy & Summer Programs
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program offers unique summer arts camp opportunities for adults, teens, and children. From high school intensive workshops, to kids overnight art camps, to adult workshops and programs, there is an amazing experience for everyone to develop and grow as an authentic artist. There is something for everyone here to build skills, hone a craft, and get detailed technical instruction and personal attention to individual artistic needs.
Join our community of Idyllwild Artists and let your spirit soar!
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Sponsored Jameson Ranch Camp
Since 1934, Jameson Ranch Camp has given kids ages 6–16 the summer childhood was meant to be — tech-free, on a working California ranch in the Sierra Nevada. Horseback riding, campfires, real friendships, and genuine independence. Three generations of the Jameson family. One unforgettable two weeks offline.
Sponsored Life Church - Free Kid's Camp!
June 23rd-26th FREE Kids' Camp and June 28th FREE family fun and BBQ at the 9a,, 10:30am and 12pm services.
1767 NE Regatta Dr., Oak Harbor, WA Read More
Living Hope on Whidbey
Rainforest Falls Vacation Bible School is a fun-filled week of games, music, science experiments, Bible stories, crafts, and more for kids ages 4 through those entering 6th grade. Join the adventure July 20–23 from 9:30 AM–12:00 PM at Living Hope in Coupeville for just $10 per child! 🌿🦜🦋
105 NW Broadway St., Coupeville, WA Read More
Sponsored Model United Nations Institute Summer Camp
Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, and enhance your public speaking and debate skills this summer! Get personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends. Enjoy dynamic Model United Nations simulations, trivia, improv games, transformative lessons, socials, and explore your dream campus!
Multiple Locations
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Sponsored Ms- Ashley’s Preschool
520 SE Pioneer way , Oak Harbor , WA Read More
Sponsored Spark Movement Academy
Dance and Tumbling studio for children ages 2 years and older. Offering classes in tumbling, ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, musical theater, hip hop and acro dance. During the summer months in addition to our evening classes we also offer full day week long themed day camps with customizable options to fit your family!
628 Oak St, Oak Harbor, WA Read More
Sponsored Summer STEAM Camps 2026
Hands-on, high-energy STEAM summer camps for K–5 students led by an experienced elementary teacher! Choose from Makers Lab, Mad Scientist, or Culinary Creators—each packed with fun experiments, building challenges, and creative projects. Small groups, engaging activities, and scholarship options available!
6 Main Street, Coupeville Elementary School MPR, Coupeville, WA Read More
The Backyard
The Backyard is a nonprofit alternative fitness playground making indoor play and quality fitness available to everyone.
723 Camano Avenue, Langley, WA Read More
Sponsored The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth offers rigorous, fun, three-week summer day and residential programs at 11 U.S. locations. CTY has 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus activities like talent shows and dances. Year-round online courses are also enrolling. Join our engaging community of learners!
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Sponsored The Salish Sea School
The Salish Sea School is a nonprofit marine education organization that connects people of all ages with the wildlife, waters, and ecosystems of the Salish Sea through hands-on learning and outdoor adventures. Through summer camps, family programs, field trips, wildlife excursions, and community events, we inspire curiosity, stewardship, and lasting connections to the natural world.
2201 Skyline Way, Unit 101, Anacortes, WA Read More
Sponsored Whidbey Island Language, Art & STEM Center (WILASC)
SUMMER CAMPS: STEM • Art • Music • Coding • Robotics • Outdoor Adventures in Whidbey Island. Now open for registration! Payment plans and scholarships are available. Check out the full list of camps at https://www.wilasc.com/summer-camp-2026🎁 Macaroni Kids readers: Enjoy 10% OFF with code MK10
Across Whidbey Island, WA Read More
Sponsored Whidbey Island Waldorf School
Join us for imaginative play, music, forest walks, stories, puppetry, water play, circle time and games on our early childhood playground, throughout the forest and in our sunny meadows. Join us for a wonderful summer together!Half Day (9am to 12pm) and Full Day (9am to 3pm) options.
Half Day 5 Day - $390 per week
Full Day 5 Day - $780 per week 6335 Old Pietila Road , Clinton, WA Read More
Sponsored Whidbey Volleyball Club
To increase the footprint of volleyball on Whidbey Island. We strive to offer the competitive goals of providing a opportunities for every young athlete to participate in an organized, competitive and well-coached environment while increasing their skills and confidence.
Oak Harbor, WA Read More
Sponsored YMCA Camp Casey
YMCA Camp Casey offers day camp and overnight camp experiences right here on Whidbey Island, helping youth build confidence, friendships, and a sense of belonging.
1276 Engle Rd, Coupeville, WA Read MoreWelcome to Macaroni Kid Whidbey Island / Anacortes! I am a mother of three who grew up on Whidbey Island. I am excited to share my love of family fun adventures with all of you!
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