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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Young physicists explore forces, motion, relativity, and dark matter through hands-on rocket launches and cosmic modeling.
3800 Union Ave
Learn serving, volleys, and court movement in one of the fastest growing racket sports.
3800 Blackford Ave
An early learning program for 4- and 5-year-olds emphasizing hands-on learning, intentional play, and workshops in Art, Music & Movement, and STEM.
4300 Bucknall Road, San Jose, CA 95130
Multi-level robotics tracks using LEGO Mindstorms EV3, mBot Neo, and VEX V5 to solve engineering challenges and missions.
3800 Union Ave
Hands-on exploration of biotechnology, physics, bioengineering, and original scientific research in a top-notch facility.
3800 Blackford Ave
Highly motivated students experience original science research, hypothesis formulation, and data analysis in a top-notch facility.
3800 Union Ave
Learn programming in Python or Java, explore web and app design, or build complex robots using LEGO Mindstorms EV3 and VEX V5 platforms.
3800 Blackford Ave
Workshops focused on academic writing, creative fantasy fiction, mythological analysis, and reading comprehension.
3800 Blackford Ave
Celebrate and perform the harder-edged side of Rock and Roll in this 5-day camp featuring the music of pioneers like Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden.
5035 Almaden Expy
Celebrate and perform the harder-edged side of Rock and Roll in this 5-day camp featuring the music of pioneers like Black Sabbath, Judas Priest, and Iron Maiden.
5035 Almaden Expy
Hands-on history activities, museum visits, period crafts, games, and exploring daily life in the past
1650 Senter Road, San Jose, CA, 95112
Ball handling, shooting, agility drills, defensive awareness, rebounding, scrimmages, and basketball fundamentals
3800 Blackford Avenue, San Jose, CA, 95117
We at HoopRight want to guide young individuals on their journey through the game of basketball by teaching them fundamental techniques and proper forms to help develop and enhance their skill sets.
3800 Blackford Ave.
Little Champs is your one stop shop for all your after school enrichment activities and variety of summer camps onsite for kids aged 5 to 13.
5178 Moorpark Avenue
Little Champs is your one stop shop for all your after school enrichment activities and variety of summer camps onsite for kids aged 5 to 13.
1500 S 10th St
A 12-week competitive esports league where students play Fortnite in a safe, coach-supervised environment while developing teamwork and strategic thinking skills.
A 12-week competitive esports league for students to play Fortnite in a safe, coach-supervised environment while developing teamwork and strategic thinking skills.
iCode Cambrian Park STEM summer camps for ages 6-17. Coding, robotics, game design, AI, and cybersecurity. Hands-on programs with professional-grade equipment in a gamified learning environment.
San Jose, CA 95124
iCode San Jose Southeast STEM summer camps for ages 6-17. Coding, robotics, game design, AI, cybersecurity, and drone programming. Full-day and half-day options. Students work with gaming computers, 3D printers, robotics kits, and drones in a gamified learning environment.
San Jose, CA 95135
An intensive, two-week pre-college STEM experience for teens, offering in-depth workshops and a portfolio-building curriculum in coding, robotics, and game dev.
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192
An intensive, two-week pre-college STEM experience for teens, offering in-depth workshops and a portfolio-building curriculum in coding, robotics, and game dev.
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192
Young creators in grades 1–3 tackle hands-on innovation challenges in the morning followed by an action-packed All-Sports Camp in the afternoon.
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
Applied Computing Foundation is an exciting place to intrigue and empower students and communities with coding. We encourage participation in science fairs competitions and hackathons to create team solutions.
1425 Lincoln Ave
An introduction to AI and machine learning where campers use visual programming tools like Scratch to create personalized chatbots and learn basic algorithms.
San Jose Christian School
An introduction to AI and machine learning where campers use visual programming tools like Scratch to create personalized chatbots and learn basic algorithms.
San Jose Christian School
STEM4kids has been providing technology-focused Camps and Classes for students and we have loved and achieved every moment of it. Our offerings include summer and winter break programs, School Year enrichment courses.
15040 Union Ave
Young learners explore the human body through hands-on experiments, learning about anatomy, vital signs, and physiology while using real medical tools like stethoscopes.
San Jose Christian School
Young engineers explore how machines work using KNEX, circuits, and hands-on robot construction including a take-home RC Snap Rover and Artbot.
San Jose Christian School
Young engineers explore how machines work using KNEX, circuits, and hands-on robot construction including a take-home RC Snap Rover and Artbot.
San Jose Christian School
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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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