All year long, kids find themselves encased in rigid structure.
When summer comes, we give them what they desperately need — freedom to expand and evolve. At Steve & Kate’s, campers choose which activities they do, whom they do it with and for how long. For kids, this experience is pure joy. It’s also a kind of training ground for life, where they’ll need to be empowered and independent and resilient and responsible for their own decisions. Happy human-ing starts here.
Grown-ups adore freedom, too.
We’ve described the magical gift you give your kids when you empower them to make their own decisions. Now let’s talk hardcore convenience for you:
Buy a Summer Pass and send your kid to camp any day you want? Check.
Drop them off and pick them up whenever you want? Yup.
Long camp hours, all included in your camp fee? Totally.
Tasty meals and snacks, also included? You bet.
Get an automatic refund for unused days at summer’s end? For sure.
Coding. Sewing. Baking. Making. Sporting. Lounging. Every day, campers face the excruciating task of choosing from these and many more engrossing activities. Some select a mix of many. Others burrow deep into one or two. Every morning, they face a brand new day bristling with terrible trade-offs and tantalizing possibilities.
STOP-MOTION ANIMATION
Create animated art in our bustling Media Lab, as you breathe life into your stories via stop-motion “shorts” filmed on our purpose-built animation stages.
SEWING SALON
Use customized patterns and challenges—and a mix of hand and machine sewing—to manufacture bags, clothing and other fashionable, funky creations. This year campers can even use stencils to design their own fabric.
CODING
Absorb hands-on coding concepts using curated iPad apps with drag-and-drop platforms that cater to both early and advanced readers. Our approach gamifies the learning process to put power in the hands of new coders.
THE STAGE
Move and groove with motion-based games like Just Dance, or film your own music videos with friends. New this year campers can also make puppets for our custom theater. Want to burst out in song and dance, or act out a gripping dramatic scene? This is your big moment.
ROBOTICS
Leverage leading-edge robotic technology to empower your learning and problem-solving. Choose from guided activities and self-directed games, plus tools like robot landscapes and custom mazes.
BAKERY
Bake up a storm in our wildly popular test kitchen. Choose fillings, spices, and add-ons, explore new flavors, and customize confections to satisfy your discerning palate.
TINKER LAB
Release your inner innovator with crafts, inventor kits, 3D pens, and giant foam blocks. Construct take-home projects or collaborate on large-scale builds such as forts or thrones. Our hand-selected STEAM-based materials fuel your curiosity and inspire exploration.
S&K TRADITIONS
Participate in decades-old Steve & Kate’s traditions like Find Chuckie—our beloved, elusive, rubber chicken—and Friday Pie-Day—where you can cap off a productive week by treating friends and camp staffers to a refreshing pie in the face.
SPORTS & REC
Run, jump, throw, kick, play. Each site is equipped with go-karts and additional athletic gear optimized for the available fields and play spaces. Team up with peers and staffers to play sports, design games, concoct obstacle courses and more.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Every day, experience a special, show- stopping activity. A giant inflatable, a musical performance or guest speaker, a movement class, obstacle course—anything’s possible. We’ll announce our official 2024 specials lineup this spring.
WATER PLAY
On a sweltering summer afternoon, nothing keeps you cooler than games and activities like water tag, balloon toss, and giant sprinklers. Wherever space, weather, and local water restrictions allow ‘em, we provide ‘em.
LOUNGE
Enter a pulsating paradise of foosball, marble mazes and other indoor diversions. Retreat to a quiet corner with sensory objects, puzzles and fidget toys. Or immerse yourself in a selection from our library of books curated for all ages and interests.
At Steve & Kate’s, enough is never enough. So every week we supplement our main offering of awesome activities with thrill-inducing weekly specials. Here’s what’s coming this summer to your location:
June 10 - June 14
5in1 Castle Bounce House with Slide
Monday–Wednesday
Have a bouncing good time in this 5in1 Castle Combo that features a bouncing area, obstacle popups, basketball hoop, climber, and slide.
Go Carts AM/ Mad Science Workshop PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our mad science workshop as we explore the science of toys. Our campers and mad science instructors will test, play, and ponder over what makes toys work.
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
June 17 - June 21
40′ Inflatable Obstacle Course
Monday–Wednesday
This 40-foot inflatable Obstacle Course is a thrill of fun! Jump through the hoops, push through the obstacles, crawl through the hurdles, go up the climber, and make your way down the slide as you race to victory! Are you ready to take on the challenge and become the ultimate champion of this thrilling obstacle course?
Go Carts AM/ Reptile Show PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our reptile show! Campers get to meet several different reptiles including various snakes, lizards, a tortoise, and Madagascar hissing cockroaches. Our interactive experience allows everyone to pet the animals and learn all about their adaptations and natural behaviors.
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
June 24 - June 28
5in1 Blocks Bounce House with Slide
Monday–Wednesday
Have a bouncing good time in this Large 5in1 Blocks Combo Dual Lane that features a big bouncing area, basketball hoop, climber and dual lane slide.
Go Carts AM/ Glow in the Dark Dance Party PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our Glow in the Dark Dance Party! Bust out your favorite dance moves surrounded by glow sticks and glow balloons!
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
July 1 - July 5; CLOSED July 4th
Jumbo Extreme Bounce House
Monday–Wednesday
With 20 feet by 20 feet of bouncing area, this Jumbo Extreme Inflatable is sure to leave your camper with a bouncing good time!
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
July 8 - July 12
35′ Inflatable Incline Obstacle Course
Monday–Wednesday
Race through 8 different elements in this unique and exciting 35′ Inflatable Inclined Obstacle Course.
Go Carts AM/ Bird Show PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our bird show! Watch birds of prey in flight. Learn about the natural behaviors and adaptations of these amazing animals. We focus on conservation and how we can protect these special birds. Meet a falcon, hawk, and owl! Campers will also get to pet an owl at the end of the show.
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
July 15 - July 19
5in1 Sports Combo Bounce House with Slide
Monday–Wednesday
Have a bouncing good time in this 5in1 Sports Combo that features a bouncing area, obstacle popups, basketball hoop, climber, and slide.
Go Carts AM/ Tie-Dye Workshop PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our Tie-Dye Workshop. Please bring an extra white shirt so we can create our Tie-Dye masterpieces! If you would like to participate and forget a shirt, we will have a limited supply of extras.
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
July 22- July 26
Jumbo Dome Bounce House
Monday–Wednesday
Jump, jump, jump around! In the biggest bounce house available, the Jumbo Dome.
Go Carts AM/ Mad Science Workshop PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our mad science workshop as we uncover the science of aerodynamics and the properties of air. Campers will participate in several experiments including suspending ping pong balls in moving columns of air.
Go Carts AM/ Slip and Slide PM
Friday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon we will have a giant Slip and Slide! Please send your camper with a bathing suit, towel, and a change of clothes if they wish to participate.
July 29 - August 2nd
56′ U-Shaped Inflatable Obstacle Course
Monday–Wednesday
A 56′ U-Shaped inflatable Obstacle Course that features a crawl through, push through race, as well as a climber and a slide!
Go Carts AM/ Camper Talent Show PM
Thursday
During our morning activity period, campers will be able to use our Crazy Cart Shift and Crazy Cart Shuffle Go-Carts!
In the afternoon, join us for our first ever Steve & Kate Talent Show! Our campers will have the opportunity to show off their talents.
CARNIVAL DAY
Our final day, Camp Carnival. Campers will be collecting raffle tickets through our staff-led games/activities for a chance to win some amazing prizes!
Youngest campers fly solo, but there’s a net.
Most kids take to life at Steve & Kate’s like the naturally hardy individuals they are. For some, especially our younger campers, it can take a little longer to get their wings. That’s why each camp has staff dedicated specifically to supporting our youngest campers. Helping these campers discover their camp magic is the whole point of our Youngest Camper Support Staff, and every time it’s exhilarating to behold.
Food
Eat your heart out.
Life without delicious food sucks. That’s why our cuisine de camp features a mouth-watering array of tasty, nourishing grub. In partnership with fan favorite restaurants, we keep kids fired up with food they love — from piping hot pizza to salubrious Caesar salads to tangy tomato soup, and much more. Our menus include rotating specials as well as healthy snacks and sides kids can grab whenever their fuel gauge dips into the red. Chomp, chomp. Munch, munch.
What’s on the menu.
MONDAY
Cheese Pizza
(VG)(EF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)(SF)
Bagel w/ cream cheese or vegan nut-free butter spread
(VG)(VV)(DF)(EF)(SF)
Creamy Tomato Soup w/ fresh baguette
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Salad w/ choice of dressing
Italian (VG)(VV)(GF)(DF)(EF), Caesar (GF), Ranch (VG)(GF)
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
(VG)(EF)(SF)
TUESDAY
Cheese Pizza
(VG)(EF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)(SF)
Bagel w/ cream cheese or vegan nut-free butter spread
(VG)(VV)(DF)(EF)(SF)
Creamy Tomato Soup w/ fresh baguette
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Salad w/ choice of dressing
Italian (VG)(VV)(GF)(DF)(EF), Caesar (GF), Ranch (VG)(GF)
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
(VG)(EF)
WEDNESDAY
Cheese Pizza
(VG)(EF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)(SF)
Bagel w/ cream cheese or vegan nut-free butter spread
(VG)(VV)(DF)(EF)(SF)
Creamy Tomato Soup w/ fresh baguette
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Salad w/ choice of dressing
Italian (VG)(VV)(GF)(DF)(EF), Caesar (GF), Ranch (VG)(GF)
Homestyle Chicken Noodle Soup
(DF)(SF)
THURSDAY
Cheese Pizza
(VG)(EF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)(SF)
Bagel w/ cream cheese or vegan nut-free butter spread
(VG)(VV)(DF)(EF)(SF)
Creamy Tomato Soup w/ fresh baguette
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Salad w/ choice of dressing
Italian (VG)(VV)(GF)(DF)(EF), Caesar (GF), Ranch (VG)(GF)
Signature Mac & Cheese
(VG)
FRIDAY
Cheese Pizza
(VG)(EF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)(SF)
Bagel w/ cream cheese or vegan nut-free butter spread
(VG)(VV)(DF)(EF)(SF)
Creamy Tomato Soup w/ fresh baguette
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Salad w/ choice of dressing
Italian (VG)(VV)(GF)(DF)(EF), Caesar (GF), Ranch (VG)(GF)
Mediterranean Veggie Sandwich
(VG)(EF)(SF)
DAILY SIDES & SNACKS
Bananas
Yogurt
Graham crackers
Clementines
Pretzels
Snack Bar
Smartfood popcorn
Apple Sauce
String Cheese
Kettle Chips
*Items subject to daily availability
Fees
What camp costs.
Perhaps you are a grown-up who loves to plan. Or maybe you’re an expert of the fine art of logistical improvisation. Miraculously, our camp fees are designed to scratch both of your respective itches. Buy any number of Day Passes or a Summer Pass, and use them whenever you want during the summer. Don’t even bother to let us know when you’re coming — just roll up. If your plans change, don’t sweat it. We’ll automatically refund your unused Passes in full at summer’s end. How many other camps can offer you that level of flexibility?*
*Not one that we know of.
Day Pass and Summer Pass fees cover the entire Steve & Kate’s experience, including lunch, snacks, activities and the entire day from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.
Buy any number of Day Passes and use them anytime
Upgrade to a Summer Pass at any time by purchasing 30 Day Passes per a given child
Unused Day Passes are automatically refunded in mid September
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am to 6:00pm.
One fee covers the entire summer–that’s up to 39 days of camp in San Diego!
If you purchase a Summer Pass and use less than 30 days of camp, we’ll calculate what you would have paid at the Day Pass rate and refund you the difference automatically in mid September
Check out our virtual camp orientation for everything you need to know before your first day of camp, coming this spring. Once we get closer to summer, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as camp drop-off & pick-up procedures, how to check-in and check-out of camp each day, what to bring (and not bring), and a few more camp details.
Campus & Accessibility Details
Urban Discovery Academy is ADA-accessible
Testimonials
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(My daughter's) first day was a blast. She was very happy about it when she came home and had only good things to share.
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(Our daughter) had a nice first day and my husband was very impressed with the level of organization, care and activities. I really appreciate you sunscreening her as my husband forgot!
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Staff
So much more than a job.
For our team members, giving kids the space to liberate their true potential becomes a kind of calling. Think of them as a high-energy, warm-hearted crew of child advocates who deftly balance two invaluable skills — that of providing structure and guidance, and that of staying the heck out of campers’ ways. If that’s not enough, they’re all background-checked and trained in CPR and first-aid. Say “hi” to them at camp — they’d love to meet you.
Events
Steve & Kate's Events
Join us at an upcoming virtual Information Session to learn all the camp basics. We’ll give a quick presentation and overview on our program, and then answer any questions you have. Please note that Information Sessions are open to all Steve & Kate’s Camps, and are not specific to any given location. All Information Sessions are listed in ET.
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