2025 Aurora Summer Day Camps (June-Aug.)

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June to August

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Our Kidz Care Camp weeklong programs are designed to provide a fun and exciting week with two days of swimming, two in-house provider days*, one excursion trip, gym games, art projects and other activities. On swimming days, youth will be taken to a city of Aurora indoor or outdoor pool**, depending on the weather. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Field trip locations vary from week to week and campers will be transported by school bus to the destination. Excursion and in-house providers are subject to change. If changes occur, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

*An in-house provider day is when outside organizations come to the camp location and provide unique experiences for campers.

**Campers who are 6 years old at the Meadowood Preschool location will be unable to participate in swimming. During swim times, 6-year-olds will be with a program leader who will provide alternate activities.

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WEEK 1

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. The in-house providers include STEM activities with Inspire to Learn and Imagine and going on a bug safari with the Butterfly Pavilion.

June 2 to 6

96142 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

$344 ($275 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96180 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 27

WEEK 2

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to the Colorado State University Spur Education Center, and the in-house providers include chalk art with Art Students League of Denver and learning about owls with Denver Audubon.

June 9 to 13

96144 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96181 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

$344 ($275 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 2

WEEK 3

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to Candeeland Indoor Play Park, and the in-house providers include explorations with the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and thrilling experiments with Mad Science.

June 16 to 20 (Excluding June 19)

96146 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $255 ($210 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96182 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $255 ($210 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 9

WEEK 4

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to Ninja Nation Indoor Challenge Park, and the in-house providers include Denver Magic Academy and Art Students League of Denver.

June 23 to 27

96148 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident) Meadowood Preschool

96183 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 16

WEEK 5

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to Pirate’s Cove Outdoor Water Park, and the in-house providers include learning about pollinators with the Butterfly Pavilion and an interactive lesson on water in our community from Aurora Water.

July 7 to 11

96176 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96184 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident) Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 30

WEEK 6

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to the Denver Zoo and the in-house providers include STEAM activities with Snapology and music discovery with Swallow Hill Music.

July 14 to 18

96177 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96185 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

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WEEK 7

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to the Butterfly Pavilion and the in-house providers include STEM activities with Snapology and a junior survivor game with Inspire to Learn and Imagine.

July 21 to 25

96178 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

Meadowood Preschool

96186 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 14

WEEK 8

This week’s Kidz Camp field trip is to the Children’s Museum and the in-house providers include exploring Soil Superheroes with Denver Urban Gardens and learning about sharks with the Denver Aquarium.

July 28 to Aug. 1

96179 Ages 6 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

• Meadowood Preschool

96187 Ages 7 to 12

• Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

• $344 ($275 Resident)

Moorhead Recreation Center

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 21

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Our Daily Discovery single-day programs are designed for youth, who want to participate in a particular enrichment program or activity on specific days during the week. For summer 2025, we are offering three different styles of single-day Daily Discovery Camps: Fun Day, Provider Day and Field Trip Day.

FUN DAYS

Ages 7 to 12

Fun Days are designed to provide a dynamic and entertaining day of camp with creative art projects, active group games and swimming in the afternoon. Each Fun Day will provide new experiences for campers to ensure each day is entertaining and fresh. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. June 2 to July 29

• Mondays and Tuesdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• $69 ($55 Resident)

• Central Recreation Center

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95965 July 7

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Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 27

Registration deadline: Monday, June 2

Registration deadline: Monday, June 9

Registration deadline: Monday, June 16

Registration deadline: Monday, June 30

Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

Registration deadline: Monday, July 14

Registration deadline: Monday, July 21

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95960 June 17

95964 June 24

95966 July 8

95969 July 15

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95973 July 29

Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 27

Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 3

Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 10

Registration deadline: Tuesday, June 17

Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 1

Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 8

Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 15

Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 22

PROVIDER DAYS

Ages 7 to 12

Provider Days give campers the opportunity to experience programs and activities at the recreation center that are facilitated by outside organizations. Kids will have the opportunity to participate in other activities planned by our summer camp staff outside of the allotted provider time. Campers should come prepared to swim in the afternoon. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Providers are subject to change. If changes occur, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

June 4 to July 31 (No class June 19)

• Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• $88 ($70 Resident)

• Central Recreation Center

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96484 June 4

Butterfly Pavilion: Bug Safari

96497 June 11

Denver Audubon

96506 June 18

Mad Science

96513 June 25

Art Students League of Denver

96530 July 9

Butterfly Pavilion: Powerful Pollinators

96539 July 16 Snapology

96555 July 23 Snapology

96560 July 30

Denver Urban Gardens

Registration deadline: Wednesday, May 28

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 4

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 11

Registration deadline: Wednesday, June 18

Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 2

Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 9

Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 16

Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 22

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96492 June 5

Inspire to Learn and Imagine: STEM Lego

96504 June 12

Art Students League of Denver: Chalk Art

96509 June 26

Denver Magic Academy

96533 July 10

Aurora Water

96557 July 17

Swallow Hill Music

96559 July 24

Inspire to Learn and Imagine: Junior Survivor

96562 July 31

Denver Aquarium

Registration deadline: Thursday, May 29

Registration deadline: Thursday, June 5

Registration deadline: Friday, June 20

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 3

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 17

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 24

Provider Descriptions

ART STUDENTS LEAGUE OF DENVER (ASLD)

ASLD provides hands-on, in-depth art programs with instruction on a variety of mediums. The June 12 session will have a focus of chalk art, while the June 25 session will focus on visual arts.

AURORA WATER

Campers will get to learn about the water cycle, measuring snow and the water heroes that we have in the city of Aurora, who bring drinking water to our community. It is a great experience to learn about a community-based system.

BUTTERFLY PAVILION

The Butterfly Pavilion will visit camps twice this summer, bringing a unique program each time. The June 4 session will take learners on a journey to discover invertebrates from diverse environments around the globe, finding out more about habitats, characteristics and roles in their ecosystems. The July 9 class will show participants a wide array of pollinators, beyond the well-known honeybee and how they play crucial roles in their ecosystems.

DENVER AUDUBON

Uncover the superpowers that enable owls to hunt efficiently at night. Participants will examine owl wings, feet, skulls, beaks and will get to dissect owl pellets. Denver Audubon strives to protect birds, other wildlife and their habitats through education, conservation and research.

DENVER MAGIC ACADEMY

This session will provide hands-on instruction of magic tricks and techniques. Participants will learn these tactics as well as the traits of being a successful magician.

DENVER URBAN GARDENS

Join us on an exciting journey to discover the underground world of worms, our very own soil superheroes! In this class, kids get up close and personal with red wiggler worms, learning why they’re crucial for healthy soil and plants. Participants will explore a worm bin, find out what worms love to eat and get close and personal with our wriggly visitors.

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM

Participants will discover how different species of sharks have adapted to become apex predators. They will learn about the unique anatomy and behaviors of sharks to see how these creatures spend their time and why they are necessary for balance in the ocean ecosystem.

INSPIRE TO LEARN AND IMAGINE

These programs offer a safe place for kids to enjoy playing, learning and creating, all while they build self-confidence and friendships. The June 5 session will be Lego® engineering where students will build different motorized models. The July 24 session will be a teamwork session focused on survival. Participants will explore challenges inspired by survival TV shows and explore steps to survival with their group.

MAD SCIENCE OF COLORADO

The experiments are endless with this fun and hands-on science provider. Mad Science teaches the basics of science in everyday life in a way that is as entertaining as it is educational.

SNAPOLOGY-SNAPOLOGY

provides hands-on STEAM activities which encourage actively designing, creating, interacting and inventing. This provider will encourage social skills and teamwork, while teaching STEAM concepts. Each session of Snapology will have different challenges for participants.

SWALLOW HILL MUSIC

An engaging musical experience through songs, stories and instruments. This provider offers a hands-on experience with music, which is great for seasoned music lovers or those who are new to exploring.

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FIELD TRIP DAY

Ages 7 to 12

Field Trip excursions will be to exciting locations around the metro area. Depending on field trip location timing, campers may go to an outdoor park or play games and activities at the recreation center prior to visiting their field trip destination. A lunch and afternoon snack will be provided by Aurora Public Schools. Field trip locations are subject to change. If changes occur, parents/ guardians will be notified as soon as possible. June 6 to Aug. 1

• Fridays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• $94 ($75 Resident)

• Central Recreation Center

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96012 June 6

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

96013 June 13

Colorado State University Spur

96014 June 20

Candeeland

96015 June 27

Ninja Nation

96016 July 11

Pirates Cove

96017 July 18

Denver Zoo

96018 July 25

Butterfly Pavilion

96021 Aug. 1

Children’s Museum

Registration deadline: Friday, May 30

Registration deadline: Friday, June 6

Registration deadline: Friday, June 13

Registration deadline: Friday, June 20

Registration deadline: Thursday, July 3

Registration deadline: Friday, July 11

Registration deadline: Friday, July 18

Registration deadline: Friday, July 25

LOCATIONS:

Central Recreation Center

18150 E. Vassar Place

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GET YOUR GEEK ON CAMP

Ages 10 to 15

Dive into the world of cosplay! Students will learn what cosplay is and how to create their own projects. Explore the basics of character creation, costume-making tips, and sustainable practices, encouraging creativity. Drawing kit included.

96771 June 9 to 13

Monday to Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.

• $156 ($125 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

ART CAMP

Ages 6 to 12

Explore art basics through fun and engaging hands-on projects! Students will learn foundational techniques, try out different materials, and express their creativity while developing their unique style. This camp offers a relaxing way to create art, make friends, and enjoy summer fun. Drawing kit included.

96756 June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.

96757 July 14 to 18

• Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• $144 ($115 Resident)

Aurora Central Library

CRAFTOPIA CAMP

Ages 7 to 13

Welcome to Craftopia Camp, where creativity knows no bounds! Students will explore a variety of arts and crafts, learning techniques to create polymer clay projects, jewelry, festive decorations and more. This camp is a fun way to experiment with new materials, develop artistic skills and create one-of-a-kind crafts to take home! Drawing kit included.

96772 July 7 to 11

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.

• $156 ($125 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

COMICS AND MANGA DRAWING CAMP

Ages 10 to 15

Learn the fundamentals of drawing in comic and manga styles, from character design and facial expressions to dynamic poses and storytelling. Campers will explore different techniques for creating eye-catching artwork and developing unique characters and stories. Drawing kit provided.

96769 July 14 to 18

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 3 p.m.

96759 July 21 and 25

• Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• $144 ($115 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

LOCATION:

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Junior Golf in Aurora

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• Grip, stance, short game fundamentals and full swing

• Directed by PGA Golf Pros

• Clubs provided if needed

• No refunds or make-ups

Register at GolfAurora.com, click on Jr. Golf Camps/Programs for more info.

AURORA HILLS JR. CAMP

Ages 6 to 17

June 2 to 5

Monday to Thursday, 9 to 10:30 a.m.

• June 5: Play Day at Springhill

• $90

• Aurora Hills Golf Course

MEADOW HILLS JR. CAMP

Ages 6 to 17

June 10 to 13

• Session 1: Tuesday to Friday, 8 to 9:30 a.m.

• Session 2: Tuesday to Friday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

July 15 to 18

• Session 1: Tuesday to Friday, 8 to 9:30 a.m.

• Session 2: Tuesday to Friday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

• $125

• Meadow Hills Golf Course

MURPHY CREEK JR. CAMP

Ages 6 to 17

June 24 to 27

• Session 1: Tuesday to Friday, 8:30 to 10 a.m.

• Session 2: Tuesday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to noon

July 15 to 18

• Session 1: Tuesday to Friday, 8:30 to 10 a.m

Session 2: Tuesday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to noon

• $125

• Murphy Creek Golf Course

SADDLE ROCK JR. CAMP

Ages 6 to 17

June 9 to 12

• Session 1: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 to 10 a.m.

• Session 2: Monday to Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to noon

June 23 to 26

• Session 1: Monday to Thursday, 8:30 to 10 a.m.

Session 2: Monday to Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to noon

• $125

• Saddle Rock Golf Course

SPRINGHILL JR. CAMP

Ages 6 to 11

June 9 to 12

• Monday to Thursday, 8 to 9:30 a.m.

Ages 12 to 17

June 9 to 12

• Monday to Thursday, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

• June 13: Play Day at Springhill

• $90

Springhill Golf Course

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KIDS GOLF FREE

Daily After 2 p.m.

• Ages 17 or younger free with paying adult

• $5 per additional kid

• Available at all five golf courses.

• Normal cart fees apply for adults No cart fees for kids

* Please note, start time moves to 1 p.m. when the time changes in the fall and will revert back to 2 p.m. in the spring. Offer not valid on holidays or for leagues.

AURORA PGA JR. LEAGUE

For information on Aurora’s teams or to register, contact Caine Fitzgerald at 303.326.8450 or cfitzger@auroragov.org

JR. PREMIER CARD

Ages 17 or younger

• Pay $150 + We’ll add $50

• $200 OF GOLFING FUN

• Juniors can use it for green fees, push carts, range balls and club rentals

JUNIOR PASS @ MURPHY CREEK

Ages 17 or younger*

• Monday to Friday, During all hours of operation

• Saturday to Sunday and Holidays –After 1 p.m.

• Unlimited green fees

• Unlimited range balls

• $400

*10 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

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BOARD GAME DESIGN CAMP

Ages 8 to 16

Unleash your child’s creativity and strategic thinking in our Board Game Design Camp! Students will learn the language, concepts and skills of professional game designers, while creating their own roll-and-move board game. It’s a hands-on opportunity for game-lovers to practice critical thinking and creative problem solving as they learn. The week culminates with a chance for students to present their games to family and friends. This camp is perfect for beginning game designers, though experienced designers will learn to improve their games with a better understanding of game design and mechanics. Don’t miss your chance; the last session sold out fast! Students will be divided into groups by age, attendance allowing. 97082 June 9 to 13

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

• $131 ($105 Resident)

• Aurora History Museum

PREHISTORY CAMP

Ages 8 to 16

Travel back millions of years and uncover the amazing secrets of the distant past in our Prehistory Camp! Did you know the area that is now Aurora used to be a great sea? Did you know dinosaurs roamed your neighborhood? Step WAY back in time to learn how this area was originally formed and discuss the scientific processes involved in piecing together the mysteries of our distant past. Your child will explore geological process that made the Rocky Mountains and the High Plains, plus about prehistoric plants and animals that lived here, including dinosaurs. Through fun activities, interactive lessons and exciting discoveries, campers will connect the prehistoric past to our present-day world, gaining a deeper understanding of the earth’s history. Students will be divided into groups by age, attendance allowing. 97083 July 7 to 11

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

$131 ($105 Resident)

• Aurora History Museum

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Please register for programs directly on the website, AuroraGov.org/NaturePrograms.

Please note that if participants plan on bringing a walker or wheelchair or need special accessibility accommodations or dietary considerations, they must notify the Morrison Nature Center at 303.326.8445 when they register to ensure accommodations are met.

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Morrison Nature Center at Star K Ranch

SUMMER NATURE ADVENTURES

Spend your summer days exploring the Star K Ranch and all its unique habitats! We’ll get our hands dirty with nature activities, learn about summertime wildlife and explore the trails. Each week includes fun topics and each day focuses on a specific nature skill.

FOREST FUN: A COTTONWOOD TREE ADVENTURE

Ages 8 to 12

Step into the shade of the towering cottonwoods and discover a world of adventure beneath their branches! Campers will explore the forest floor to learn about these majestic trees and uncover the secrets of the ecosystem they support. From nature hikes to tree-inspired art projects, this camp is all about connecting with the wild beauty of the cottonwood forest.

95672 June 3 to 6

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

PARTY LIKE A POLLINATOR

Ages 8 to 12

What if the world had no pollinators? Let’s just say it’d be a buzzkill! Join us for a week packed with fun as we celebrate the tiny heroes of the natural world, from buzzing bees to fluttering butterflies. Get ready for hands-on adventures, like building pollinator hotels, playing insect-themed games and meeting the flying friends that make our world bloom. It’s a week of wild wings, buzzing fun and the magical connections that keep nature buzzing along. Let’s make this week a pollinator party you won’t forget!

95676 June 10 to 13

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

ENCHANTED EXPEDITION: UNCOVERING NATURE’S SECRETS

Ages 6 to 10

On this enchanted expedition, campers will team up to explore forests, fields, and streams in search of ancient fossils, buried treasure, and secret hideaways. From unearthing mysterious rock formations to concocting potions, every day is a new opportunity to uncover something extraordinary in the wild.

95678 June 24 to 27

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

NATURE’S ART STUDIO

Ages 6 to 12

Get ready to unleash your creativity in the great outdoors! At the Naturalist Art Studio, young artists explore the beauty of nature while creating their own masterpieces. From painting with wildflowers to crafting sculptures from sticks and stones, this camp combines art and adventure.

95677 July 15 to 18

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

LOCATION:

Morrison Nature Center 16002 E. Smith Road | 303.326.8445

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Senac Creek Nature Center at Aurora Reservoir

While attending programs at Senac Creek Nature Center, reservoir entry is free for the time of the program.

SUMMER NATURE ADVENTURES

Spend your summer days exploring the Aurora Reservoir and all its unique habitats! We’ll get our hands dirty with nature activities, learn about summertime wildlife, explore the trails, and splash around in the water. Each week has fun topics, and each day focuses on a specific nature skill.

UNDERWATER DISCOVERY

Ages 8 to 12

They scuttle, swim, hop and dart through the water. Aurora’s aquatic habitats are filled with life. See the bounty that lives underwater and learn how they support healthy ecosystems. You’ll have a chance to catch crawdads, be in and around Aurora Reservoir and learn all about our relationship with water!

95675 July 8 to 11

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

SPLISH SPLASH SAFARI

Ages 6 to 10

Get ready to make a splash during this nature camp where every creek, stream and puddle is an exciting new adventure! Campers will dive into the world of crawdads, using nets and hands-on techniques to catch these fascinating creatures while discovering the hidden aquatic habitats beneath the surface. From mastering water safety to exploring the incredible life that thrives in and around the water, every day brings a fresh adventure.

95674 July 22 to 25

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $65 per person

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GENERAL MUSIC CAMP

Ages 7 to 13

This camp introduces young musicians to basic music concepts, including rhythm, melody and instruments. Through fun activities and interactive lessons, students will explore a variety of musical styles and learn to appreciate the joy of making music. It’s a playful and supportive environment where kids can express themselves, discover their musical talents and have a blast with new friends.

96746 June 9 to 13

96748 July 7 to 11

• Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• $138 ($110 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

STOMP JAM CAMP

Ages 10 to 15

Master drumming basics, explore dynamic rhythm patterns, and feel the energy of playing in a lively group! Boost coordination and perfect timing with exciting, hands-on activities and exercises that unleash the inner percussionist.

96751 June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• $138 ($110 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

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Beck Preschool

SUMMER EXPLORATION CAMP

Ages 4 to 6

Join us for a summer full of discovery and learning. Each week features a different fun theme for exploring, learning and playing. The full day camp focuses on essential learning through games, crafts and skill building activities, along with social experiences and outdoor adventures! Child must be potty trained to attend. Pack a healthy lunch, snack and water bottle.

95525 June 2 to 5

Jurassic Adventure

95522 June 9 to 12

Space Expedition

95530 June 16 to 18* (No class June 19)

Pirates and Mermaids

95531 June 23 to 26

Symphony of the Five Senses

95532 June 30 to July 3

Top Chef Junior

95523 July 7 to 10

Shark Week

95520 July 14 to 17

Time Travelers

• Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• $280 ($221 Resident)

• $210 ($165.75 Resident)*

MINI MAKER STEAM CAMP

Ages 3 to 4

If you love to tinker, explore how things work, create something from nothing or just get messy and create, then this is the camp for you! Come be a mini maker at Beck to solve new challenges, create new works of art and explore the fields of (STEAM) science, technology, engineering, art and math. Child must be potty trained to attend. Pack a healthy lunch and water bottle.

95519 June 3 to 5

95521 June 10 to 12

95526 June 17 and 18* (No class June 19)

95524 June 24 to 26

95529 July 1 to 3

95527 July 8 to 10

95528 July 15 to 17

• Tuesday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• $129 ($102 Resident)

• $86 ($68 Resident)*

PRESCHOOL

Meadowood Preschool

SUMMERTIME ADVENTURES

Ages 3 to 4

Welcome summer! Let’s wonder, explore and learn! Join us weekly for a different adventure as we journey through storybooks, let our creative sides take charge with music and art and discover new and exciting activities together! Child must be potty trained to attend. Pack a healthy lunch, snack and water bottle.

95534 June 2 to 5

All Aboard the Dinosaur Train

95538 June 9 to 12

Superhero Power Pack Camp

95539 June 16 to 18* (No class June 19)

Food Fun Science

95542 June 23 to 26

Stars and Space

95544 June 30 to July 3

Music Makers

95543 July 7 to 10

Let’s Go Camping

95535 July 14 to 17

It’s S.T.E.A.M.in’

• Monday to Thursday 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• $215 ($170 Resident)

• $161.50 ($127.50 Resident)*

SUMMER FUN EXPLORATION

Ages 5 to 6

Let’s have a summer of fun! Join us weekly for a new learning theme filled with non-stop explorations that support essential learning through games, arts and crafts, social experiences and outdoor adventures! Child must be potty trained to attend. Pack a healthy lunch, snack and water bottle.

95537 June 2 to 5

PAW’some Pets

95545 June 9 to 12

The 5 Senses

95541 June 16 to 18* (No class June 19)

Storybook Summer

95533 June 23 to 26

Gardens and Gardeners

95664 June 30 to July 3

Simple Machines

95540 July 7 to 10

Pirates and Mermaids

95536 July 14 to 17

Hawaiian Summer

• Monday to Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

• $215 ($170 Resident)

• $161.50 ($127.50 Resident)*

Summer Valley Preschool

SUMMER EXPLORATION CAMP

Ages 3 to 6

Join us for a summer full of discovery and learning. Camp offers a variety of activities that include gross motor, math, art, science and engineering. Each day will be filled with a new experience. This is a full day camp. Child must be potty trained to attend. Pack a healthy snack, lunch and water bottle. Please apply sunscreen each morning.

95551 June 2 to 5

To Infinity and Beyond

95550 June 9 to 12

Walk the Plank

95547 June 16 to 18* (No class on June 19)

A Whale of a Tale

95546 June 23 to 26

Roaming with the Dinosaurs

95548 June 30 to July 3

The Wild, Wild West

95549 July 7 to 10

The Great Outdoors

95552 July 14 to 17

Super Sleuth Science

• Monday to Thursday. 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

• $280 ($221 Resident)

• $210 ($165.75 Resident)*

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Village Green Preschool

MUNCHKIN MINI CAMP

Ages 3 to 4

Join friends old and new as we spend the summer exploring a new theme each week. There is lots of learning and FUN to be had in our beautiful park setting! We will explore science, art and literacy while also supporting social and emotional skills. Child must be potty trained. Bring a healthy snack, lunch and water bottle. Milk will be provided. Please apply sunscreen before class.

95553 June 2 to 5

Super-Secret Spy School

95572 June 9 to 12

Oooey, Gooey Science

95573 June 16 to 18* (No class June 19)

Culinary Creations

95562 June 23 to 26

Let’s Build It

95554 June 30 to July 3

Art Explosion

95561 July 7 to 10

Nature Exploration

95560 July 14 to 17

Jr. STEAM

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

• $215 ($170 Resident)

• $161.50 ($127.50 Resident)*

KINDER CAMP

Ages 5 to 6 (by 10/1/2025)

This hands-on play-based camp will focus on school readiness skills including social-emotional, literacy, language, math, science and creative arts. We will be adding lots of summer fun outdoor activities in our beautiful park setting! Child must be potty trained. Bring a healthy snack, lunch and a water bottle. Milk will be provided. Please apply sunscreen before class.

95564 June 2 to 5

Under Construction

95567 June 9 to 12

We Dig Dinosaurs

95559 June 16 to 18* (No class June 19)

Creative Campers

95571 June 23 to 26

Mad Scientist Week

95557 June 30 to July 3

Superhero Training

95569 July 7 to 10

Adventures in Space

95565 July 14 to 17

Under the Sea

• Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

$215 ($170 Resident)

• $161.50 ($127.50 Resident)*

LOCATIONS:

READING PROGRAM

READING PROGRAM

SUMMER OF IMAGINATION: COLOR OUR WORLD

All Ages

Visit Aurora Public Library to color your world! For eight weeks, children, teens and adults can explore their library and be part of the summer reading program, for free! Participants who sign up will receive a free book, an activity log filled with reading challenges and colorful activities, and the chance to win exciting prizes along the way! Visit the Aurora Public Library’s website for more information and for a calendar of fun programs and performances for all ages to enjoy!

• May 27 to July 19

• Free Details at

SPORTS CAMPS

SPORTS CAMPS

SUMMER SOCCER CAMPS

Ages 6 to 15

Our sports camps are for all abilities and geared toward individual improvement and play. Our coaches teach the basics and build skills in a supportive and fun environment. Players are grouped by age and ability. Kids will have a day full of games, scrimmages and soccerthemed fun. The week ends with the Dutch Style tournament where participants showcase their skills!

97081 June 2 to 6 (Ages 6 to 9) Monday to Friday, 12:30 to 3 p.m.

97043 June 23 to 27 (Ages 6 to 9)

• Monday to Friday, 12:30 to 3 p.m.

97044 July 7 to 11 (Ages 10 to 15)

• Monday to Friday, 12:30 to 3 p.m.

• $188 ($150 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMPS-INDOOR

Ages 3 to 14

Coached by a team of international and USbased staff, Challenger Sports soccer camps improve your child’s soccer skills whilst providing a unique cultural experience. This camp is a week of fun, energy, and passion for the game. As industry experts, Challenger Sports have crafted an approach which uses methodologies from all around the world to truly reflect the global nature of the sport today, using age-appropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace, learn brand new skills and become an allround better player...while having an amazing time with their international coaching staff! Camps include an educational approach that uses soccer to teach the core values of responsibility, integrity, respect, sportsmanship and leadership. Each participant receives a ball and a jersey at camp.

Ages 3 to 5

• June 16 to 20

• July 14 to 18

• July 28 to Aug. 1

• Monday to Friday, 8 to 8:45 a.m.

• $114

Ages 5 to 14 (Half-Day)

• June 16 to 20 July 14 to 18

• July 28 to Aug. 1

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $205

Ages 5 to 14 (Full Day)

• June 16 to 20

• July 14 to 18

• July 28 to Aug. 1 Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Friday is morning only)

• $310

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Register at AuroraPROS.org/ChallengerSports

SPORTS CAMPS

CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMPSOUTDOOR

Ages 3 to 14

Coached by a team of international and USbased staff, Challenger Sports soccer camps improve your child’s soccer skills whilst providing a unique cultural experience. This camp is a week of fun, energy and passion for the game. As industry experts, Challenger Sports have crafted an approach which uses methodologies from all around the world to truly reflect the global nature of the sport today, using age-appropriate practices to help players develop at their own pace, learn brand new skills and become an allround better player, while having an amazing time with their international coaching staff! Camps include an educational approach that uses soccer to teach the core values of responsibility, integrity, respect, sportsmanship and leadership. Each participant receives a ball and a jersey at camp.

Ages 3 to 5

• June 2 to 6

• Monday to Friday, 8 to 8:45 a.m.

• $109

Ages 5 to 14

• June 2 to 6

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $195

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Friday is morning only)

• $295

• Aurora Sports Park

Ages 3 to 5

• June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 8 to 8:45 a.m.

• $109

Ages 5 to 14

• June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

$195

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Friday is morning only)

• $295

• Skills Park

• Register at AuroraPROS.org/ChallengerSports

CREATIVE SKILLS SOCCER CAMP

Ages 6 to 14

Take soccer training to the next level with our one-of-a-kind Creative Skills Camp! Designed to inspire and energize, this camp offers a dynamic blend of skill-building and fun in an exciting environment featuring inflatable fields, music and guidance from professional international coaches. Over the course of five action-packed days, your child will enjoy three hours of expert coaching each day, focusing on essential skills like passing, dribbling, shooting, gameplay and more. Perfect for players of all skill levels, this camp promises an unforgettable soccer experience! Maybe this description doesn’t do the camp justice—see the magic for yourself by watching the video below of our camp in action!

July 21 to 25

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

$217

• Red-tailed Hawk Park

• Register at AuroraPROS.org/ChallengerSports

LOCATIONS:

Aurora Sports Park 19300 E. Colfax Ave.

Red-tailed Hawk Park 23701 E. Hinsdale Way

Skills Park 20101 E. Hampden Ave.

Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse 25400 E. Alexander Drive | 720.859.4949

SPORTS CAMPS

Skyhawks Camps

SKYHAWKS SOFT LACROSSE CAMP

Ages 6 to 12

Skyhawks Soft Lacrosse teaches the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing and shooting in a fun, non-checking, non-contact environment. We use soft training balls and provide lacrosse sticks, but you can bring your own! We do not use helmets or gloves.

June 2 to 6

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Ages 8 to 14

Skyhawks volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting and serving.

June 2 to 6

• Olympic Park

June 23 to 27

July 28 to Aug. 1

• Red-tailed Hawk Park

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS GAME ON! CAMP

Ages 6 to 12

This one-of-a-kind Skyhawks camp includes a mix of popular PE games such as kickball, dodgeball, ultimate, capture the flag and more! A chance for everyone to burn some energy and have a great time while playing with friends. No specific sport skills will be taught in this camp.

June 9 to 13

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Olympic Park

June 30 to July 3

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $152

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS TRACK AND FIELD CAMP

Ages 8 to 14

Skyhawks track and field camps combine technical development, fundamental techniques and safety with a major focus on fun! For track events, we teach the fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching and cooldown techniques. This camp also includes field events such as shot put, long jump and javelin. Some track and field camps are held at a park instead of an actual track.

June 16 to 20

July 7 to 11

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

MINI-HAWK CAMP (BASEBALL, BASKETBALL AND SOCCER)

Ages 4 to 6

This baseball, basketball and soccer program gives children a positive first step into athletics with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun. Through games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace.

June 23 to 27

July 7 to 11

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

July 21 to 25

• Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Great Plains Park

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SPORTS CAMPS

SKYHAWKS FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Ages 8 to 12

Campers learn skills on both sides of the ball including the fundamentals like passing, receiving, kicking and flag pulling in a fun, positive environment. The week ends with the skills showcase!

July 9 to 13

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Olympic Park

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS BASEBALL CAMP

Ages 6 to 12

Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running, all in a fun, positive environment. All equipment except baseball gloves are provided. We use soft safety baseballs and SuperSafe InvinciBats. Please do not bring bats from home.

July 14 to 18

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $190

• Olympic Park

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

STEM AND SPORTS CAMPS

STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

STEM AND SPORTS CAMPS

SKYHAWKS STEM AND PLAY SOCCER CAMP

Ages 8 to 14

This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional Skyhawks soccer instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® soccer curriculum gives participants the opportunity to get behind the sport they love with modules on soccer ball design, throw-in science, angles goal-line technology and more!

June 9 to 12

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• $285

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS STEM AND PLAY BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages 8 to 14

This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional Skyhawks basketball instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® basketball curriculum educates participants on subjects including velocity and acceleration, basketball shoe design, tracking with technology and much more!

June 16 to 19

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• $285

• Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School

• Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

SKYHAWKS STEM AND PLAY VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Ages 8 to 14

This program combines strategic STEM-based activities with traditional Skyhawks soccer instruction and a focus on life skills such as teamwork and sportsmanship. The STEM Sports® soccer curriculum gives participants the opportunity to get behind the sport they love with modules on soccer ball design, throw-in science, angles, goal-line technology and more!

July 14 to 17

• Monday to Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

• $285

• Sky Vista or Falcon Creek Middle School Register at: skyhawks.fun/aurora

eSPORTS CAMPS

LEGO ROBOTICS CAMP

Ages 7 to 10

Explore the Lego Robotics world with us! Participants gain real-world problem-solving experiences through a guided, global robotics program, helping today’s youth build a better future.

96821 June 9 to 13

Monday to Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

• $80 ($64 Resident)

• Expo Community Center

• Registration Deadline: June 9

MINECRAFT ENGINEERING CAMPS

Ages 7 to 10

Join Minecraft Engineering Camp and bring your creativity to life! Campers will design epic structures, tackle engineering challenges and learn teamwork – all within the world of Minecraft. Plus, enjoy hands-on activities and outdoor fun that connect gaming with realworld skills.

96827 June 16 to 20

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96829 June 16 to 20

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

$120 ($100 Resident)

• Expo Community Center

• Deadline to register: June 16

FORTNITE BATTLE CAMPS

Ages 10 to 14

Gear up for action at Fortnite Battle Camp, where strategy meets adventure! Campers will squad up to sharpen their gaming skills, compete in fun challenges, and learn teamwork and sportsmanship. Off-screen, enjoy outdoor activities and games inspired by Fortnite’s epic battles. Whether you’re aiming for Victory Royale or just love the thrill of competition, this camp is packed with excitement

96825 June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon 96826 June 23 to 27

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $120 ($100 Resident)

• Expo Community Center

• Deadline to register: June 21

ROCKET LEAGUE READY CAMP

Ages 7 to 10

Ever curious about what it is like to be a part of a Rocket League Team? In this camp, players will engage with their teammates in and out of the game to develop in-game skills and strategies designed to help them become better players. Come practice communication, work ethics, interpersonal techniques, and problem solving in your efforts to win matches.

96832 July 21 to 25

• Monday to Friday, noon to 3 p.m.

• $120 ($100 Resident)

• Expo Community Center

• Registration Deadline: July 21

STEAM CAMPS

Science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) camps are provided by outside organizations to offer unique experiences for youth in a city of Aurora location. These camps have a specific area of focus that can allow a child to explore and learn about a particular program. STEAM camps are offered in a morning session and afternoon session. Campers can attend both sessions, if applicable ages, but must be picked up during the hour break between sessions. Our staff will not be responsible for attendees during the break between sessions.

STEAM CAMPS

WEEK 1 (MINECRAFT ENGINEERING)

This week we are hosting Minecraft Engineering with Play-Well TEKnologies. Participants will venture into the world of Minecraft in a unique LEGO® experience. We will craft mystical items, harvest resources with a Minecart and battle to save the Minecraft world. This camp is the perfect way for your Minecraft lover to spend their day! Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96204 June 2 to 6 (Ages 5 to 7)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96206 June 2 to 6 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Tuesday, May 27

WEEK 2 (POKÉMON MASTER ENGINEERING)

This week we are hosting Pokémon Master Engineering with Play-Well TEKnologies. Calling all Pokémon trainers, we choose you! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champion you will learn to build your favorite Pokémon with LEGO® materials, level them up with special moves and will eventually come face to face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Morning and afternoon session activities are identical. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96207 June 9 to 13 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon 96208 June 9 to 13 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 2

WEEK 3 (STEM ADVENTURES)

This week we are hosting STEM Adventures with Play-Well TEKnologies. Camp attendees will get to let their imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts to craft up projects. They will get to apply concepts in physics, engineering and architecture, while bringing to life their wildest ideas. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/ guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96209 June 16 to 20 (Ages 5 to 7)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96210 June 16 to 20 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $200 ($160 Resident)*

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 9

• No class on June 19

WEEK 4 (WIZARDING WORLD OF ENGINEERING)

This week we are hosting Wizarding World of Engineering with Play-Well TEKnologies. Seize the opportunity to master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®. Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch and duel to defeat the evil Lord Voldemort. Participants will master their magical skills while learning a range of STEM concepts. Morning and afternoon session activities are identical. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96212 June 23 to 27 (Ages 5 to 7)

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96213 June 23 to 27 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 16

STEAM CAMPS

WEEK 5 (BASH ‘EM BOTS)

This week we are hosting Bash ‘Em Bots with Play-Well TEKnologies. Participants will design a custom LEGO® bot to take on challenges. They will mix and match designs using wheels, treads or walking legs. Combining these with tools like drills, hammers and battering rams to refine their masterpiece by sparring with friends and overcoming obstacles. Real-world engineering and physics concepts will be targeted to help the bots bash and crash to victory! Morning and afternoon session activities are identical. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96215 July 7 to 11 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon 96216 July 7 to 11 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, June 30

WEEK 6 (MOVIE-MAKING)

This week we are hosting movie-making camps with IncrediFlix. In the morning session, campers will make up to five stop motion movies, using a different medium each day! They will animate with ducks, green screens and film, with anime characters. In the afternoon session, it’s all about a Minecraft stop motion movie. Working in groups, attendees will get to bring Steve, the creepers and more to life. We will make sets, Minecraft blocks, film, animate with effects and do voiceovers. Final flix will be emailed within a month after camp ends. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96221 July 14 to 18 (Ages 7 to 13)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon 96222 July 14 to 18 (Ages 7 to 13) Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $313 ($250 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 7

WEEK 7 (LEGO® ENGINEERING)

This week we are hosting LEGO® Engineering Design Challenge with Play-Well TEKnologies. Are you ready to up your engineering game? Class instructors will introduce mechanisms to get your gears turning; then, it’s your job to take it to the next level! Go head-to-head or work towards a new personal best as we get ready to apply realworld concepts to LEGO® challenges! Morning and afternoon session activities are identical. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible. soon as possible.

96694 July 21 to 25 (Ages 7 to 13)

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96696 July 21 to 25 (Ages 7 to 13)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 14

WEEK 8 (SPECIAL EFFECTS MOVIEMAKING)

This week we are hosting movie-making camps with IncrediFlix. In the morning session, participants will focus on Special Effects: explosions, tornados, meteors and even superpowers! In these high intensity live action movies, the special effects will blow your mind. In groups, they’ll get to direct, act and even select special effects to include while filming. In the afternoon session, we will bring Lego worlds to life! We provide LEGOS®, campers provide their imagination. Working in groups, everyone will create a LEGO® set with characters for a stopmotion movie. Provider details are subject to change. If changes are made, parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible.

96299 July 28 to Aug. 1 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

96301 July 28 to Aug. 1 (Ages 7 to 12)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $313 ($250 Resident)

• Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Registration deadline: Monday, July 21

STEAM CAMPS

GAME ON!

Ages 7 to 12

Level up your summer with Game On! Youth Camp, where eSports meets outdoor fun! Campers will sharpen their gaming skills, explore teamwork and strategy and compete in exciting eSports challenges. Alongside the gaming action, enjoy outdoor play and activities that keep the fun going off-screen. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a future pro, this camp offers the perfect mix of competition, teamwork and adventure! A lunch and afternoon snack are provided by Aurora Public Schools 96714 July 14 to 18

• Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• $250 ($200 Resident)

• Expo Community Center

• Registration Deadline: Monday, July 7

THEATER CAMPS

THEATER CAMPS

LAND OF STORIES CAMP

Ages

7 to 11

Create a play based on the “Land of Stories” book series with guidance from a professional theatre director and educator. Learn about creating characters, dialogue, scenes and staging. Perform for family and friends on the final day of class. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Second grade reading level recommended. This is a beginning level camp.

96388 June 2 to 13

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Tallyn’s Reach Library

EDGAR ALLEN POE CAMP

Ages 11 to 16

Learn about staging, characterization, building suspense and mystery within scenes, while rehearsing a play. Terrify your audience while performing for them on the last day of class. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Fifth grade reading level recommended.

96803 June 2 to 13

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Aurora Fox Arts Center

LAND OF OZ CAMP

Ages

7 to 11

Create a play based on the “Wizard of Oz” book series with guidance from a professional theatre director and educator. Learn about creating characters, dialogue, scenes and staging. Perform for family and friends on the final day of class. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Second grade reading level recommended. This is an advanced beginning level camp.

96450 June 16 to 27 (No class June 19)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Tallyn’s Reach Library

EMERALD CITY MUSICAL CAMP

Ages 11 to 16

Create a musical revue, based on characters, scenes, monologues and music from “The Wizard of Oz”, “The Wiz”, “Wicked” and a few surprises. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Fifth grade reading level recommended.

96818 June 16 to 27 (No class June 19)

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Aurora Fox Arts Center

FOXLIGHT THATRE LAB CAMP PRESENTS “PETER AND THE STARCATCHER”

Ages 12 to 17

This exciting, affordable four-week program emphasizes production-centered learning. Students will gain hands-on experience as they bring the hit musical “Peter and the Starcatcher” to life. All roles will be performed by students, with auditions for principal roles scheduled in spring 2025. Every student who registers will be cast, ensuring an inclusive and rewarding experience. This is an exciting opportunity for teens to engage in a transformative summer theater experience. Performances will take place July 24 to July 27. June 30 to July 27

• Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to noon

• $299

• Aurora Fox Theatre

• Register for this program at AuroraFoxArtsCenter.org/Foxlight-Theatre-Lab

THEATER CAMPS

JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH CAMP

Ages 7 to 11

Rehearse and perform plays adapted from “James and the Giant Peach”. Portray whacky characters, learn about blocking, how to memorize lines and perform for family and friends on the last day of class. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Second grade reading level recommended. This is an intermediate level camp.

96470 July 7 to 18

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Tallyn’s Reach Library

MY ZOMBIE ROMEO CAMP

Ages 11 to 16

Rehearse and perform a modern romantic horror play for family and friends. Learn about character, stage movement, how to memorize lines and how to balance humor, romance and horror. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Fifth grade reading level recommended.

96819 July 7 to 18

Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Aurora Fox Arts Center

THE SNEETCHES CAMP

Ages 7 to 11

Learn staging, characterization and how preposterous prejudices are perfectly pointless from a theatre professional. Perform this powerful play perfectly for your family on the last day of class. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Second grade reading level recommended. This is a beginning level camp.

96834 July 21 to Aug. 1

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Aurora Central Library

MATILDA CAMP

Ages 7 to 11

Rehearse and perform plays adapted from “Matilda”. Portray whacky characters, learn about blocking, how to memorize lines and perform for family and friends on the last day of class. Intermediate/advanced Level. Requires consistent attendance, outside classwork and memorization. Second grade reading level recommended. This is an intermediate/advanced level camp.

96486 July 21 to Aug. 1

• Monday to Friday, 1 to 4 p.m.

• $160 ($128 Resident)

• Tallyn’s Reach Library

WE ARE AURORA YOUTH

WE ARE AURORA YOUTHSUMMER BREAK

Ages 13 to 18

We Are Aurora Youth is a program designed to give youth who are Aurora residents a fun and safe place to hang out during school breaks. Youth can receive free entry to designated recreation centers on weekdays from noon to 7 p.m. Youth will be able to participate in staff led opportunities such as basketball, volleyball, flag football, soccer, esports and competitions to win gift cards.

May 27 to Aug. 1

(No Programs on June 19 and July 4) Weekdays, noon to 7 p.m.

• Central Recreation Center, Moorhead Recreation Center and Southeast Recreation Center and Fieldhouse

• Free, registration upon first visit is required

• *Activities vary depending on location.

Visit AuroraGov.org/WeAreAuroraYouth to learn more.

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