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Summer Camp in West Chester

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There is so much fun in store this summer at acac! Come be a kid with us and make memories filled with connection, adventure, and creativity.

Early birds who register in January save 10% on camp tuition!

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Something for Everyone

From swimming to sports to arts and crafts, acac Summer Camp is the place to be for summer fun.

Registration for Summer Camp 2026 is now open!
  • Camp is open to both members and non-members
  • Open 7:00am – 6:00pm, Monday through Friday, June through August
  • Highly qualified counselors certified in CPR, AED, and First Aid
  • Indoor & outdoor camp activities
  • Before and after care included
  • Swimming/water activities offered each day
  • Lunch Program
  • Payment plans available
group photo of summer campers and counselors under the outdoor acac summer camp banner

2026 Day Camp (rising 1st grade – 8th grade)

Member $399/week | Non-Member $445/week
Early birds who register in January save 10% on camp tuition!

Camp activities range from swimming to crafts, science experiments to sports, group team building to field trips, and everything in between! Specialty themes and activities will be included in day camp for all campers.

2026 Weekly Themes

Week 1 (June 8 – 12) | Outdoor Explorers Week
Adventure awaits in the great outdoors! Campers will splash in the creek, search for critters, learn about local plants and wildlife, and take on nature-themed games and challenges. From stream play to scavenger hunts, it’s a week full of discovery, fresh air, and outdoor fun.

Week 2 (June 15 – 19) | Passport to Fun Week
Come travel the globe! Each day, campers explore a new place through art projects, games, music, and themed snacks, collecting “stamps” in their camp passports as they go. It’s a colorful, hands-on journey celebrating the traditions and cultures from around the world.

Week 3 (June 22 – 26) | Maker and Move Week
Campers will get hands-on with building, DIY projects, and creative challenges, then put their energy into active games and team competitions. A week full of making, moving, and nonstop fun for kids who love to create and play!

Week 4 (June 29 – July 3) | Stranger Things: Upside-Down Adventures Week
Based on the hit TV show, campers will step into the Upside-Down for a week of puzzles, secret clues, and thrilling team challenges. Strange mysteries, retro adventures, and unexpected surprises make this a week full of curiosity, fun, and camp excitement.

Week 5 (July 6 – 10) | Wild Science Week
Get ready for wild, wacky, hands-on science! From foamy explosions to mini experiments, campers become scientists for a week of discovery and curiosity. Big laughs, big learning, and big fun guaranteed.

Week 6 (July 13 – 17) | Carnival Week
Step right up, it’s Carnival Week! Campers will enjoy classic carnival games, prizes, and special surprises like a petting zoo. Each day brings the thrills, energy, and joy of a real carnival!

Week 7 (July 20 – 24) | Say YES to the Mess Week
The messier, the better! This fan-favorite week is all about slime, splatter, goo, and giant creative chaos. Campers dive into messy art, wild challenges, and activities they dream of doing at home, but can only do here!

Week 8 (July 27 – 31) | Top Chef Week
Aprons on, chefs! Campers whip up creativity in the kitchen with kid-friendly cooking projects, taste tests, and fun food challenges. It’s a delicious way to wrap up the summer with teamwork, creativity, and lots of treats.

Week 9 (August 3 – 7) | Wet & Wild Water Week
Get ready to make a splash! From giant water slides and sprinklers to water balloons and pool games, every day is packed with refreshing outdoor adventures. It’s a full week of laughter, movement, and staying cool in the sun.

Week 10 (August 10 – 14) | Camp Olympics Week
Let the games begin! Campers join their Olympic color teams for a week of friendly competition, challenges, and teamwork. From relays to spirit events, this is one of our most high-energy, unforgettable weeks of the summer.

Week 11 (August 17 – 21) | Festival of Fun: Color, Glitter, and Glow Week
End summer in a whirlwind of color, glitter, and fun! Campers will race through color powder runs, dance under glow-in-the-dark lights, and play vibrant festival-style team games. Glitter, glow, and nonstop laughter make this week an unforgettable celebration of summer.

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2026 Camp Registration – now open!

New Camper Registration
Returning Camper Registration

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Frequently Asked Questions

Summer Camp registration is accepted through the Campsite parent portal linked above.
If you are new to camp, please use the ‘New Camper Registration‘ button to create a Campsite parent portal account.
If you are a returning camper, please use the ‘Returning Camper Registration‘ button. Forgot your password? Not to worry! You can reset it on the login page; just click “What’s my password?”
acac Summer Camp is open to both members and non-members. However, we encourage campers to become members as they receive discounted pricing on camp registration and add-ons.
Please note:
– The camper must be included on the family membership plan to receive member pricing
– Your acac membership status and type at the time of camp registration locks in your camp price
Yes! Camp registration is broken down into weeks, so campers can come for individual weeks, making summer planning even easier. Come for just one week or all of them, although we recommend registering for as many weeks as you can to get the most out of summer!
Pro tip: This also means that you can register for remaining weeks even after the first week of camp begins.
We pride ourselves on our highly transitional and lively camp experience that keeps campers active and engaged. We offer a variety of structured and free play time, like swimming, arts & crafts, gaga pit, bounce houses, group games, and indoor and outdoor activities.
We offer daily trips to the pool and waterpark with group swim times based on swim ability and age. If your camper doesn’t want to swim, we offer alternative poolside activities. Campers can also learn to swim and become more confident in the water with a swim lesson add-on while they’re at camp!
Camp is all about making new friendships and creating fun memories! We place campers in groups based on age/grade at registration. At this time, we are unable to accept placement requests.
Registered families will receive an email from your camp director close to the start of your camp detailing what to bring.
Yes! For an additional fee, we offer a variety of add-ons, including:
– field trips
– swim lessons
– lunch
Yes, it is available at the time of camp enrollment for a fee of $50 per week / per child. This non-refundable fee entitles you to a full refund of fees for the applicable week. In order to receive a refund under the refund policy, the cancellation must be made in writing 5 business days prior to the start of the camp week. Once enrolled in refund protection, the fee may not be transferred between weeks.
Yes, we happily offer monthly payment plans. The $25 Family Registration Fee and any cancellation insurance purchased are still collected at the time of registration.
Please reach out via the contact form below!
camper in a green shirt and counselor in an orange shirt biting gold medals during olympic themed camp week

What Our Families Say about ACAC Summer Camp

“I cannot say enough good things about the amazing people that work with our kids! They are fantastic and I have never met a more energetic group who loves kids and puts their needs first.” – Becca T.

“Conor had another fun summer with you all. Thank you all for providing a safe, fun environment for him!” – Melissa H.

“Sam was sad to go back to school because of leaving acac camp! We had a wonderful experience and are so thankful for the acac team and everything they do to provide a safe and fun environment for the kids.” – Britt F.

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