New Seattle-Area Summer Camps Worth a Look

Tired of the same old summer camps? We have so many fabulous camps in the Seattle area and sometimes it’s fun to try something new. So I’ve done the legwork to unearth five new day camps for kids around Puget Sound that are packed with fun and learning.

At McVander Hockey or Let’s Play Pickleball kids can scrimmage on the hockey “rink” in ball hockey or give Pickleball a try. The new Tumbles gym has camps that will help your child develop confidence in their physical skills through gymnastics, ninja training and more. Speaking of ninjas, Ninja Quest Adventures will host camps at their Issaquah location and their new spot in Northgate, where kids will hone ninja skills in scenarios based on storylines. And if you have a kid who loves to perform, try out Emerald City Drama, where they can sing and act their hearts out.

Emerald City Drama Camps, Seattle

For their second year, Emerald City Drama Club is hosting weeklong summer camps for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. Kids can choose from a wide variety of day camps. Depending on the session, they can learn the magic of stagecraft, bring fairy tales to life on stage, learn acting skills, sing Broadway showstoppers and more. Camps are held at Emerald City Drama Club, located in West Seattle and run June 29–Aug. 28, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Grades: K–5 
Cost: $400–$500

McVander Hockey, Bellevue, Kirkland and Redmond

McVander Hockey was started in 2024 by two hockey-enthusiast dads who just wanted to play hockey with their kids. They offer “ball hockey,” which is played on a hard surface and in tennis shoes — no need for ice skates! They are offering summer camps for the second year in 2026. Kids will learn the fundamentals of the game while scrimmaging and getting in-game instruction from coaches. Camps are half-day, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., and are run through the Parks and Community Services Department. Last year, programming was available for kids ages 6–12; dates and pricing information for 2026 camps will be available Feb. 1.

Ages: TBA 
Cost: TBA

Let’s Play Pickleball, Seattle

After a successful first summer camp season in 2025, Let’s Play Pickleball is offering 11 camps in 2026. Campers ages 7–13 of all levels are welcome. Kids will learn the fundamental skills, rules and strategies of America’s fastest growing sport. Camp instructors will foster sportsmanship, teamwork and love for pickleball through individual instruction, drills and games. Camps run July 13–Aug. 17, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., and are held at the Bitter Lake and Rainier Beach Playfields pickleball courts.

Ages: 7–13 
Cost: $496

Tumbles, Seattle

Tumbles opened in November of 2025 and this brand-new facility is described as “the learning playground for ages 4 months to 12 years.” Tumbles will offer summer camps for kids ages 4–10 this year. From learning how to do cartwheels with confidence to flying on a trapeze, kids will develop a love of physical fitness while building social skills in these developmental milestones-based camps. There are many camp themes to choose from, including gymnastics, ninja warrior, circus, pirate, superhero, gym + STEAM and more. Registration information for 2026 is coming soon.

Ages: 4–10 
Cost: TBA

Ninja Quest Adventures, Issaquah and Northgate

This is the second year Ninja Quest Adventures will be offering summer camps for kids ages 5–12 at their Issaquah location; the new Northgate location will also offer camps. These ninja day camps are built around different storylines, offering a blend of physical activity and creativity. Campers can expect to hone their ninja warrior skills by learning the art of balance, agility and swinging from the experienced instructors, test limits on obstacle course challenges and enjoy open play time in the adventure zone to practice new skills. Camps run from June 18–Aug. 28, 9 a.m.–2 p.m., and have weeklong or single day attendance options.

Ages: 5–12 
Cost: $95 per day; $380–$425 for five-day camps