Summer Camp Themes

Kids playing games during carnival week at the YMCA summer camp.
January 24, 2025

Are you ready for an amazing camp experience in 2025? 

We offer traditional day camp at eight locations across Chester County. Our traditional day camps offer our best combination of fun and affordability. 

Each week throughout the summer, our camp staff keeps things fresh and exciting by planning camp activities around a central theme. PLUS - our team welcomes a different special event each week for our campers to enjoy. Check back for those special in-house experiences in early Spring 2025 or sign up to receive email notifications.  
 

Week 1 | June 16: Big Top Bonanza
Step right up to the most exciting summer day camp experience ever – the Big Top Bonanza! This thrilling theme will take campers on a journey into the heart of a classic circus. Each day, children will get to explore the magic and wonder of circus life through fun activities and games!  End the week by sending your camper dressed as their favorite circus performer!  No camp on June 19, 2025.

Week 2 | June 23: Disney Week
Get ready for a week filled with enchantment, excitement, and Disney magic! During Disney Week, campers will step into the worlds of their favorite Disney characters, from classic princesses to brave heroes and whimsical creatures. Each day will bring a new adventure with themed crafts, games, and activities inspired by beloved Disney movies and stories.  

Week 3 | June 30: Surf and Sand Week
Catch the wave and dive into an action-packed week of sun, surf, and sand! Surf and Sand Week is all about embracing the beach lifestyle, with a mix of exciting outdoor activities, water games, and creative sand-inspired crafts.  Whether you’re catching the “waves” or crafting your own coastal creations, Surf and Sand Week will bring the best of the beach to camp, making it an unforgettable summer experience!  No camp on July 4, 2025.

Week 4 | July 7: Jurassic Jungle Week
Get ready to travel back in time to the age of dinosaurs during Jurassic Adventure Week! Campers will embark on a thrilling expedition through the world of prehistoric creatures with fun activities, games, and hands-on learning experiences.  From digging for fossils to creating dinosaur-themed crafts, this week is packed with dino-mite fun!  Jurassic Adventure Week is the perfect blend of exploration, imagination, and adventure for any young dino enthusiast!

Week 5 | July 14: Spooktacular Halloweek
Get ready for a week of eerie excitement during Spooky Spectacular Week! Campers will dive into all things Halloween with fun, spooky-themed activities, crafts, and games. From pumpkin crafts to friendly monster challenges, this week is filled with thrills and chills – all in good fun!  Spooky Spectacular Week will bring the magic of Halloween to life in a safe, fun, and unforgettable way!

Week 6 | July 21: Winter Wonderland  
Get ready for a frosty, fun-filled week during Winter Wonderland Week, where the cool magic of winter meets the warmth of summer adventure! This week is packed with icy-themed games, snow-inspired crafts, and epic wars that will have campers competing in the ultimate frozen battle.  Winter Wonderland Week brings the magic of a snow-filled holiday to summer, with the excitement of an epic camp wide battle and endless frosty fun!

Week 7 | July 28: Mission Impossible Week
Gear up for an action-packed week of thrilling missions, secret codes, and high-stakes adventure during Mission Impossible Week! Campers will become elite secret agents as they work together to complete daring tasks, crack codes, and solve mysteries. From obstacle courses to secret missions, each day will bring a new challenge in the world of espionage! Mission Impossible Week is the ultimate test of teamwork, intelligence, and agility – a week full of action and excitement for every aspiring secret agent!

Week 8 | August 4: Cultural Quest Week
Get ready to embark on a journey around the world during Cultural Quest Week! Campers will explore the rich traditions, art, food, and music of different cultures from every corner of the globe. Through hands-on activities, games, and international celebrations, this week will inspire curiosity and appreciation for the diverse world we live in.  Cultural Quest Week is an exciting, educational adventure that celebrates the beauty and diversity of our world, offering campers a chance to connect with cultures far and wide!

Week 9 | August 11: Space Odyssey
Blast off into an intergalactic adventure during Space Odyssey Week! Campers will journey through the stars, exploring the mysteries of space, planets, and galaxies far, far away. Packed with out-of-this-world activities, cosmic crafts, and stellar games, this week will ignite curiosity and imagination about the universe.  Space Odyssey Week is the perfect opportunity for campers to launch into an unforgettable cosmic adventure, where the sky’s the limit!

Week 10 | August 18: Camp Chella
Get ready to experience the ultimate celebration of music, arts, and creativity at Camp Chella! Inspired by the vibrant energy of music festivals, this week is all about self-expression, hands-on arts, and unforgettable fun. Campers will dive into a world of creativity, from painting and crafting to dancing and performing, all while enjoying the high-energy atmosphere of a festival!  Camp Chella is the perfect mix of artistic expression, dance, and festival vibes, creating a week filled with color, creativity, and endless fun!