2018 Bay Area Summer Camps You’ve Gotta Book Early

Galore Team
Galore
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6 min readJan 19, 2018

Take a moment to think back to last May, let’s say May 1st, specifically. Remember that day? The day you said, “Oh my God. It’s May already?!” We don’t have to tell you, time flies when you’re a parent. Get prepared this year and we’re even going to reward you for being an early-birds.

Save up to $200 on kids’ camps with Galore’s limited time offer on all upcoming camps. Whether you’re looking for fashion camp, robotics camp, or music camp, you’ll find them here.

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Camp prices can vary quite a bit, depending on the location and offering. On Galore we’re proud to offer a wide range of camps at varying price points.

Read on to see our rundown of some of the popular camps you may want to book early (some even offering early-bird discounts), or browse all upcoming upcoming camps and filter by area, age, and more to find the perfect camp for your kiddo.

For the kid who loves to stay active…

Adventure Camp (Palo Alto)

Run for Fun’s Adventure Camps are perfect for those kids who love to run around. Each week of camp features two to three adventures along with options for overnight camps too!

Ages 5–13|Camps begin June 4 |$460 each week

Multi-Sports Summer Camp (Central Richmond, SF)

While on their teams, campers spend the day doing what they love most — participating in the major team sports. Campers will learn to develop their skills through daily “teaching stations” and actual games.

Ages 5–9|Camps begin May 29|$399 each week

Summer Baseball Camp (San Carlos)

This camp is dedicated to teaching kids about the game that we all love. They don’t focus too much on the results of the games, but instead on the process of playing the game. Drills, scrimmages, and fun baseball-related games happen daily.

Ages 5–12|Camps begin June 25|$380 each week

For the future Adele…

Songwriting Summer Camp

Songbird Studios’ camp will teach kids the craft of writing their own songs and give the tips on how to become an even stronger singer.

Ages 8–14|Camps begin June 18|$575 each week

Little Theater Company’s Summer Camp (Alameda)

From Trolls, to Annie Jr, to Boss Baby—campers will work on arts & crafts, dance moves, and singing inspired by their favorite movies! Each week will end with a special performance by the kids.

Ages 5–11|Camps begin June 11|$295 each week

For kids wanting to try something new…

French Summer Camps (Locations throughout Bay Area)

Don’t think your kids will be sitting in a classroom reading books to learn French. No! With camps like The Wizard School Tournament (Harry Potter vs. Bourgougnage) and The Enigmatic Treasure of Corsica, kids are sure to have the adventure of a lifetime this Summer.

Ages 5to 11|Camps begin June 18|$310–$450 each week Early Bird Discounts before Feb 28!

Camp Marco Polo’s Cultural Immersion Camps (Palo Alto)

Kids will learn about history and cultures of the world with Camp Marco Polo. From the Ottoman Empire to Discovering China, and beyond kids will learn history is about adventures and lives of amazingly dynamic individuals whose accomplishments have endured in our collective imagination.

Ages 5–13|Camps begin June 4|$475 each week

Culinary Camps (Ghirardelli Square, SF)

Camps with Culinary Artistas will have kids baking bread, chopping salads, serving up dumplings and more. Kids also make their own morning and afternoon snacks, so there is no need to pack lunch or snacks.

Ages 4–9|Camps begin June 4|$550 each week

For the science-loving kiddos…

Camp EDMO (Locations throughout Bay Area)

Looking for a Minecraft: Spy Coder camp? How about Lego Animation Camp or Toymania Camp, where campers will imagine and design their own toys? Camp EDMO has it all. Whether your kid is 4 or 14, Camp EDMO shapes their programs so they can unleash their inner awesome and become the ultimate inventor.

Ages 4–13|Camps begin June 1|$239–$559 each week Early Bird Discounts before Feb 1!

Mi Casita Español Camps (Palo Alto)

These science-themed Spanish immersion camps will get both sides of every kids’ brain working hard. Whether it’s Dancing with Dinosaurs week or Young Environmentalist week, your kid will come home with an appreciation for learning about our planet along with a new language.

Ages 2½ to 7|Camps begin June 11|$380–$580 each week

For the future Banksy…

Sketchbook Studio Summer Camp (Mission, SF)

If learning to sew a gigantic plush ice cream cone sounds perfect for your kiddo, then Sketchbook Studio is what you’re looking for. A summer full of camps teaching kids to sew and paint will keep them entertained while coming home with new skills.

Ages 5–12|Camps begin June 4|$450 each week Early Bird Discounts before Mar 1!

Creative IQ’s Art Camps (Outer Richmond, SF)

Give your kiddo a summer full of painting, drawing and fine craft projects with Creative IQ. With themes like urban wildlife, sweet treats, and more, they’ll take weekly field trips for inspiration and play tons of games and activities to keep the creative juices flowing.

Ages 5–11|Camps begin June 4|$393 each week

Little Artistas Summer Camp (Noe Valley & Glen Park, SF)

The whimsical, super-fun camps from Little Artistas will have themes like Street Art, Unicorns & Rainbows, Mural Camp, and more!. They’ll do colorful projects that will fill your kids’ hearts with happiness and unleash their imaginations.

Ages 3–10|Camps begin May 28|$500 each week

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