571 camps found • Ages 1–18 • Prices from $50/week
San Jose is the largest city in the Bay Area and home to one of the most diverse summer camp markets in Northern California. As the heart of Silicon Valley, the city naturally produces an outsized number of STEM and technology programs — but the camp scene extends far beyond coding. From the Guadalupe River Park trails to the lush grounds of Kelley Park, San Jose's geography supports a wide variety of outdoor adventure programs alongside the more structured academic camps.
Families in Willow Glen and Rose Garden gravitate toward arts programs at venues like the San Jose Museum of Art and the Children's Discovery Museum near the SAP Center. Almaden Valley parents often look south toward nature-based camps in the Almaden Quicksilver County Park corridor, while Berryessa and North San Jose families have strong access to YMCA and Parks & Recreation programs at the Alviso Environmental Education Center.
San Jose's Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services department runs one of the most extensive city camp systems in the Bay Area, with drop-in day camps at neighborhood recreation centers starting as low as $25/week for qualifying families. These programs are the best-kept secret for parents managing a tight summer budget — many fill up in February, so early registration is critical.
On the private side, Camp Galileo runs multiple San Jose sites with its signature project-based learning model targeting ages 4–10. iD Tech has a strong presence at San Jose State University and several private school campuses throughout the city, offering week-long intensives in coding, game design, and AI. Science camps from providers like Mad Science and California STEM offer half-day and full-day options for younger kids (ages 4–8) who aren't ready for a full week of tech immersion.
For sports-minded families, San Jose has strong youth soccer and basketball programs through organizations like Wolves FC and the YMCA Silicon Valley. Gymnastics-focused families will find several well-regarded programs in the Cambrian Park neighborhood. Baseball and softball camps affiliated with the San Jose Giants minor league system run throughout July at Excite Ballpark.
Transportation note: most San Jose camps do not include bus service, so plan for morning drop-off logistics. The city's VTA light rail serves some camp-dense corridors, but the majority of families drive. Register early — the most popular programs open in January and competitive spots are gone by mid-February.
Last updated: 2026-05-03
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Aspiring veterinarians learn veterinary skills, suturing, and pet care through hands-on experiments, including dissections and pet CPR.
San Jose Christian School; Stratford Preparatory - Blackford Campus
Aspiring veterinarians learn veterinary skills, suturing, and pet care through hands-on experiments, including dissections and pet CPR.
San Jose Christian School; Stratford Preparatory - Blackford Campus
A middle-school level math course using the Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) curriculum to build a rigorous foundation in pre-algebra.
1921 Clarinda Way
An introduction to number theory covering topics such as prime factorization, divisibility, the Euclidean algorithm, and base number systems.
1921 Clarinda Way
A course designed to bridge elementary math and Algebra, covering numbers, operations, and linear functions. Note: No classes June 29 - July 3.
1921 Clarinda Way
A competitive math course using the Art of Problem Solving (AoPS) curriculum for students in grades 6-7 (or advanced 5th graders) focused on number theory.
1921 Clarinda Way
A competitive math program for students in grades 2-6 designed to develop problem-solving strategies and prepare for math competitions.
1921 Clarinda Way
A 3-week intensive mathematical enrichment program part of the Enlighten Exploration Camp series, focusing on advanced problem-solving and logic.
1921 Clarinda Way
An advanced track of the MathSpring intensive program designed to challenge middle and high school students with higher-level mathematical concepts.
1921 Clarinda Way
Young entertainers learn puppet-making and acting skills at The Puppet Castle Theater, one of the oldest puppet theaters in the nation.
San Jose, CA 95112
Hands-on environmental science, art, kayaking, construction, music, bicycling, and outdoor challenges. Plus coding, public speaking and summer bootcamps.
1491 Hope St
City of San Jose F.I.T. Camp (Fitness, Interactive, Together) for ages 7-12 at multiple community centers. Fitness activities, enrichment, interactive games, and a healthy cooking club. Evidence-based curriculum building confidence and lifelong healthy habits. Monday-Friday 9am-3pm.
San Jose, CA 95112
Come be part of our dance family! The Dance affair offers a variety of dance and movement based classes for adults, teens, and children including yoga, tap, ballet, acro, and more! Check out our website to find the class that is perfect for you!
850 North Winchester Boulevard
Futurebytes is transforming creative young minds (K-8 Gr) into Innovators and Makers, offering a compendious coding curriculum, specialized in Robotics and Electronic circuits. We believe interactive learning allows students to channel their creativity!
1054 South De Anza Boulevard, Suite 118
Silver Creek Academy's award-winning programs feature differentiated curriculum, credentialed teachers, and individual support that will challenge students and build a strong academic foundation.
5619 Silver Creek Valley Road
A dedicated multi-sports camp for girls entering 2nd through 6th grade, focusing on fun, teamwork, and building self-esteem through sports.
2650 New Jersey Ave.
Come be part of our dance family! The Dance affair offers a variety of dance and movement based classes for adults, teens, and children including yoga, tap, ballet, acro, and more! Check out our website to find the class that is perfect for you!
850 North Winchester Boulevard
A high-energy camp featuring 9 exciting activities daily, including basketball, soccer, bounce houses, and black light skating.
800 Embedded Way
An action-packed sports camp featuring 9 different activities daily, including basketball, soccer, bounce houses, and black light skating.
800 Embedded Way
Young artists explore their creativity through hands-on projects including painting, sculpture, leaf prints, and mixed media crafts.
800 Embedded Way
GrowFit’s game-based approach allows children to gain age-appropriate sports skills and build confidence while having fun. GrowFit offers sports programs and physical education to children four to twelve years of age.
800 Embedded Way
A leadership and sports program for students entering 8th through 10th grades, where participants mentor younger campers, assist coaches, and participate in sports activities.
800 Embedded Way
A problem-solving focused camp where children tackle creative design challenges and hands-on building projects to grow their confidence.
800 Embedded Way
A creative camp focused on imagination and hands-on fun through dynamic builds, robotics projects, and engineering challenges.
800 Embedded Way
A full-day program for grades 1-3 combining morning scientific experiments and discovery with an afternoon of multi-sport activities.
800 Embedded Way
A full-day program in San Jose combining morning LEGO building, design, and robotics with afternoon multi-sports activities from 12 PM to 4 PM.
800 Embedded Way
A high-energy sports camp featuring nine daily activities including basketball, soccer, bounce houses, and black light skating.
800 Embedded Way
A leadership track for students in grades 8-10 to mentor younger campers and assist coaches while participating in sports action.
800 Embedded Way
A creative lab focused on morning design challenges and hands-on building projects to develop critical thinking skills.
800 Embedded Way
A creative building camp where children explore engineering concepts through dynamic LEGO projects and robotics challenges.
800 Embedded Way
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Summer camps in San Jose range from free (city recreation programs for qualifying families) to $900/week for specialized STEM intensives. City Parks & Recreation programs run $25–$150/week. Private day camps average $350–$500/week. Half-day programs for younger kids typically run $150–$250/week.
Most San Jose camps open registration in January or February 2026. City recreation programs and popular providers like Camp Galileo and iD Tech sell out by March. If you missed early registration, check back in April for newly added sessions or waitlist openings.
Yes. San Jose Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services offers subsidized programs starting at $25/week for income-qualifying families. Several YMCA branches offer sliding-scale pricing. Many camps also offer financial aid — filter by 'financial aid available' on KidPlanr to find them.
Most San Jose summer camps serve ages 4–18, with the largest concentration of programs for ages 6–14. Half-day programs for ages 4–5 are available through city rec centers and some YMCA branches. High school programs (ages 14–18) are primarily STEM and pre-college academies.
STEM and coding camps are the most numerous, reflecting San Jose's tech industry roots. Sports camps (soccer, basketball, gymnastics) and arts programs are also strongly represented. Outdoor/nature camps operating in the Santa Cruz Mountains or Almaden Quicksilver Park are popular with families in south San Jose.
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