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 any number of days and send your kid to camp any day you want? Check.
Drop the kiddos off and pick them up whenever you want? Yup.
Long camp hours, all included? Totally.
Tasty meals and snacks, also included? You bet.
Get an automatic refund for unused days at summer’s end? For sure.
As we get closer to summer, we’ll email registered families a link to our virtual, camp orientation. This will provide important information such as our local 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.
Activities
Choosing activities: the daily dilemma.
Coding. Sewing. Baking. Making. Sporting. Filming. 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. Either way, each day they face new experiences bristling with trade-offs and tantalizing possibilities.
In the early morning and late afternoon, campers ramp up and wind down with recreational choices. For the bulk of the day, children will choose from the activities listed below.
STOP-MOTION ANIMATION
Learn the craft of stop-motion animation as you create unique characters and stories to produce your own short films on our custom-built animation stages. Available within the Media Lab.
SEWING SALON
Discover or deepen your love for sewing with colorful custom fabric patterns and exciting sewing challenges. Use hand-sewing and machine sewing techniques to design and create garments, accessories, and other cloth creations!
CODING
Practice hands-on coding with our carefully selected iPad apps, designed for both early and advanced readers. These interactive programs gamify learning, making coding fun and accessible for all skill levels.
MEDIA LAB
Alongside film, coding, and robotics, you can unleash your digital creativity in the Media Lab. Explore 3D worlds with an interactive virtual reality experience or dive into interactive art apps to bring your vision to life
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
Explore new baked creations with fillings, spices, and add-ons, as you customize your confections to satisfy your sweet and savory palate.
TINKER LAB
Tinker endlessly with a thoughtful supply of arts and crafts, custom ‘maker packs’ made to spur innovation, and even 3D pens for the coolest collaborative and take-home projects.
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.
GAMEROOM & LOUNGE
Join friends for some get-your-wiggles-out fun playing tabletop games, building marble mazes and forts, or retreat to a quiet corner filled with satisfying sensory objects and a thoughtfully stocked bookshelf to engage all ages and interests.
WEEKLY SPECIALS
Jump into a new special experience every single day! Whether it’s an obstacle course, a musical performance, a carnival game, a movement workshop, or a pop-up petting zoo, you can count on this boredom-busting daily activity to switch things up! Additional activity schedule coming soon!
At Steve & Kate’s, enough is never enough. So every week we supplement our main offering of activities with thrill-inducing weekly specials. Here’s what’s coming this summer to your location:
Jun 1–5
Monday
Dance Ribbon Creations
Campers design and create their own colorful ribbon rings, then bring them to life through movement, dance, and creative play.
Tuesday
Creative Movement & Dance
Through imaginative games and music, campers explore creative movement and self-expression while building confidence and emotional awareness, led by a guest instructor.
Wednesday
Worm Exploration Day
Campers get hands-on with live worms as they explore, observe, and learn about these fascinating creatures in a fun and engaging way.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jun 8–12
Tuesday
Yoga & Mindfulness
A calm and engaging session where campers practice yoga poses, breathing, and mindfulness techniques to support focus, relaxation, and body awareness, guided by a professional instructor.
Wednesday
Squishy Creation Station
Campers design and make their own squishy creations to take home! A fun, hands-on project that doubles as a great fidget toy.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jun 15–19
Monday
Storytelling Games & Imagination Lab
Campers explore storytelling through games, movement, and creative play as they build characters, imagine new worlds, and bring stories to life together, guided by a visiting instructor.
Tuesday
World Dance Styles
Take a journey around the world through dance as campers try a variety of global styles and build rhythm, coordination, and cultural appreciation in a workshop led by a professional dance educator.
Thursday
Texture Art Creations
Campers create bold, textured artwork by designing with glue and layering colorful materials on top, turning simple drawings into eye-popping creations.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jun 22–26
Monday
Fossil & Dino Discovery
Campers dig into a hands-on excavation experience as they uncover toy dinosaurs and search for real fossils, shark teeth, petrified wood, and shells.
Tuesday
Music Workshop
Campers explore rhythm, instruments, and collaborative music-making in an engaging hands-on workshop led by a professional musician. From drums to string instruments and more, each workshop brings something new to discover.
Wednesday
Scooter Board Volleyball
A fun twist on volleyball where campers roll, pass, and rally using balloons and scooter boards, building teamwork, coordination, and lots of laughs.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jun 29–Jul 2
Monday
Magic Show
Billy Bonkers Magic is stopping by to perform an interactive show full of tricks and illusions.
Tuesday
Karate Basics
Step into the world of karate as campers learn foundational skills that build discipline, focus, and confidence through guided instruction with a martial arts coach.
Thursday
Celebration Lantern Creations
Campers design and decorate their own lanterns using bright colors and creative patterns, creating a festive craft they can take home.
Jul 6–10
Tuesday
Body-Based Storytelling
Campers use movement, mime, and creative expression to tell stories, building confidence, spatial awareness, and teamwork as they create a collaborative performance.
Thursday
DIY Paper Snakes
Campers create their own colorful paper snakes using simple materials and creative design. Then campers can watch them twist, turn, and come to life with the power of imagination.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jul 13–17
Tuesday
Creative Movement & Dance
Through imaginative games and music, campers explore creative movement and self-expression while building confidence and emotional awareness, led by a guest instructor.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jul 20–24
Monday
Storytelling Games & Imagination Lab
Campers explore storytelling through games, movement, and creative play as they build characters, imagine new worlds, and bring stories to life together, guided by a visiting instructor.
Tuesday
Yoga & Mindfulness
A calm and engaging session where campers practice yoga poses, breathing, and mindfulness techniques to support focus, relaxation, and body awareness, guided by a professional instructor.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Jul 27–31
Tuesday
World Dance Styles
Take a journey around the world through dance as campers try a variety of global styles and build rhythm, coordination, and cultural appreciation in a workshop led by a professional dance educator.
Friday
Club S&K Dance Party
Campers hit the dance floor for a high-energy party with music, DJ-style lights, and space to move, groove, and celebrate with friends.
Aug 3–7
Tuesday
Music Workshop
Campers explore rhythm, instruments, and collaborative music-making in an engaging hands-on workshop led by a professional musician. From drums to string instruments and more, each workshop brings something new to discover.
Wednesday
Magic Show
Billy Bonkers Magic is stopping by again with a brand new show full of tricks and illusions that is interactive for all ages.
Friday
Carnival
Kids try their hand at classic carnival-style games that mix skill, luck, and giggles.
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. (It’s included.)
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
Caesar Salad
Cheese Pizza
(VG)
Creamy Tomato Soup
(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)
TUESDAY
Caesar Salad
Cheese Pizza
(VG)
Creamy Tomato Soup
(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)
WEDNESDAY
Caesar Salad
Cheese Pizza
(VG)
Creamy Tomato Soup
(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)
THURSDAY
Caesar Salad
Cheese Pizza
(VG)
Creamy Tomato Soup
(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)
FRIDAY
Caesar Salad
Cheese Pizza
(VG)
Creamy Tomato Soup
(VG)(GF)(EF)(SF)
Plain Bagel with Cream Cheese
(VG)(EF)(SF)
Turkey & Cheese Sandwich
(EF)
DAILY SIDES & SNACKS
Banana
Yogurt
Graham crackers
Clementine
Pretzels
Snack Bars
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 summer 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 8:00am – 6:00pm.
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am – 6:00pm.
Buy any number of Day Passes and use them any day at any open location.
Add more Day Passes to your account at any time.
All unused passes are automatically refunded back at the rate you paid, by September 18, 2026.
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am – 6:00pm.
Buy 15+ Day Passes per child and receive our 15-day rate.
Add more Day Passes to your account at any time at the 15-day rate of $109/day.
All unused passes are automatically refunded back at the rate you paid, by September 18, 2026.
Fee includes lunch, snacks, activities and all hours 8:00am – 6:00pm.
One fee covers the entire summer–That’s up to 49 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 15-Day Pass rate and refund you the difference automatically by September 18, 2026.
These people are very smart. You should listen to them.
I really like that you've carved out something truly unique - a completely low-stress experience for parents. No pre-planning, no need to make lunch, no need to decide which days to attend, automatic refunds. It took some stress out of planning our summer.
Dan C.
(S&K parent)
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Even though there are so many kids, she was able to put a personal touch to it by remembering every kid’s name, being open to suggestions as well as remembering to remind my 4 year old daughter to go to the bathroom! My daughter had so much fun making a dress for her bear, making bread, dancing, playing with the weekly specials and the list goes on and on.
Elaine C.
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It's great to pick up your kid from camp with a smile and excited about the day they spent doing various activities. Staff was wonderful and not having to think about food was such a relief.
Christian K.
(S&K parent)
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Staff
Our dedicated camp team.
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.