Summer Activities Guide
Discover community activities for kids and teens this summer in Spokane! Explore our collection of summer camps, events, activities and more. EngageIRL is an initiative of Spokane Public Schools, LaunchNW and local contributing partners. Click the button below to explore Spokane Public School’s summer camps and programs.
Cost free activities indicated by Free Activity 🏷️. Adaptive recreational activities are indicated by Adaptive Activity 🔷.
Summer Camps
Sports Camps
The 90+ Project believes that soccer is a powerful tool for promoting the physical, mental, and emotional development, well-being, and recreation of young people. We’re passionate about using the beautiful game to create a strong sense of community, support mental wellness, and build character, sportsmanship, and leadership. Our goal is to empower youth to reach their full potential—regardless of economic background.
⚽ 90+ Summer Soccer Camps 2025
- Ages: 6 – 12 years
- Dates: Session 1: June 23rd – June 26th, Session 2: July 7th – July 10th, Session 3: July 21st – July 24th
- Locations: Session 1: Franklin Park, Session 2: Southeast Sports Complex, Session 3: Whitworth University
⚽ 90+ Advanced Soccer Camp
- Ages: 12 – 18 years
- Dates: 6/23/25 – 7/24/25
- Location: Dwight Merkel Complex
- Description: Top specialized training sessions focus on technical and tactical development and creative match awareness.
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⚽ 90+ Chess Camp 2025
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: 7/28/25 – 7/31/25
- Location: 518 W 3rd Ave Spokane WA 99201
- Description: In many ways, soccer is like a chess game in motion. Our camp is designed to help players of all levels, from complete beginners to experienced players, improve their chess skills and develop a love for the game. Each day will be packed with engaging activities, including interactive lessons, practice games, and fun tournaments.
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Over the last 25 years, Dynamic has offered quality gymnastic and dance programs all over the Spokane community.
🤸♂️ Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer Classes and Camps
- Ages: Pre-K – High School
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/23/25
- Location: 5512 N. Havana Spokane, WA 99217
- Description: Weekly themed summer day camps and classes. Gymnastics, dance, and cheer classes for kids ages 16 months to 18 years. Both co-ed and boys-only classes are offered. Open gym for athletes 7 and up on Fridays, birthday party packages, and weekly skill clinics are also available!
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Free Rein is a non-profit organization in Spokane, Washington dedicated to providing health, hope, and happiness for children and adults with special needs through equine-assisted services.
🐎 Horseback Riding Summer Camps
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: Camp 1: 6/16/25 – 6/19/25, Camp 2: 6/23/25 – 6/26/25
- Location: 6919 N Walnut Rd. Spokane, WA 99217
- Description: Maximum of 9 participants per week so space is limited. There will be 3 groups of 3 that will rotate through 3 activities (Horseback riding, horsemanship/science, and art.) Snacks and waters provided. Certified instructors for the horseback riding.
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Girls on the Run has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire participants to recognize their inner strength, increase their level of physical activity, imagine their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves and others
👟 Camp GOTR
- Ages: Rising 3rd to 6th grade girls
- Dates: Camps are one week long, click “Get Connected” for date options.
- Location: Multiple locations
- Description: At Camp GOTR, girls will enjoy building friendships through interactive games, being physically active, and expressing creativity through arts & crafts and storytelling. Led by caring and qualified Girls on the Run coaches, Camp GOTR combines the best of the Girls on the Run program with all the fun of camp.
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Inland Northwest (INW) Rugby Academy serves to empower young women and gender nonconforming through the spirit of rugby. Our community-driven team is dedicated to fostering confidence, resilience, and teamwork both on and off the field. Alongside players and families, we will build an inclusive, supportive environment where every player can develop their mental and physical skills, build lifelong friendships, and challenge themselves to reach their full potential. We aim to inspire the next generation of strong, fearless leaders who will make a positive impact in their communities and beyond!
🏉 Try Girls Rugby! Camp
- Ages: 10 – 18 years
- Dates: 6/20/25
- Location: 19619 E Cataldo Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99016
- Description: Try Girls Rugby Camps are designed to introduce new players to the game in a safe and supportive environment where girls can feel included and empowered! Rugby is a fast-paced, team-oriented sport that builds resilience, confidence, and teamwork. With engaging activities for all skill levels, our camps prioritize games where everyone can contribute! Give it a try—you might just find your new favorite sport!
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NBC Camp focus on training the total athlete with an emphasis on skill improvement, mental toughness, servant leadership, and personal faith. Camps combine Christian values with cutting-edge research on talent development, building confidence, and the importance of commitment. With our motto, “Nothing Beats Commitment,” we believe daily habits shape future success. Register early, as spots fill quickly!
Pro Tip: Select “NBC Camps” under “Organizations” on our activity table to explore our complete selection of NBC camps.
🏀 NBC Basketball Camps
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: Dates vary, click “Get Connected” to explore date options.
- Location: Locations vary
- Description: Improve your basketball skills this summer at NBC Camps! Camps are offered at all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Click “Get Connected” to explore NBC Basketball Camps.
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🏐 NBC Volleyball Camps
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: Dates vary, click “Get Connected” to explore date options.
- Location: Locations vary
- Description: Improve your volleyball skills this summer at NBC Camps! Camps are offered at all skill levels from beginner to advanced. Click “Get Connected” to explore NBC Volleyball Camps.
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Welcome to Ninja Nation! The ultimate indoor play space for kids and families. We offer open-gym, classes, birthday parties, camps, special events & more.
⭐ Ninja Camp
- Ages: Pre-K – Middle School
- Dates: All Summer Long
- Location: 8016 N Division StSpokane, WA 99208
- Description: Schools out and looking for great childcare? Ninja Camp is our all day Ninja drop off day care. Ninja Camp features professional instruction on obstacles, camp games, team-building exercises, competitions, and lots of fun.
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The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the professional management and prudent caretaking of all park land and park facilities including Riverfront Park, Manito Park, Gaiser Conservatory and the many city-wide gardens, Finch Arboretum and the Urban Forestry Program, and 87 neighborhood parks.
🥏 Disc Golf Super Summer Camp!
- Ages: 10 – 16 years
- Dates: Camp 1: 6/23/25 – 6/27/25, Camp 2: 7/7/25 – 7/11/25
- Location: North YMCA – 10727 N Newport Hwy Spokane. Spokane WA, 99218
- Description: Learn and discover new skills and talents or tune up your game with personal skill development. Enjoy being outside in nature, building new friendships and playing disc golf! First two days at North YMCA Disc Golf Course, second two days at Liberty Park Disc Golf Course and Pool, and a final tournament Whitewater Disc Golf Course will conclude the week with prizes. All students receive a new beginner or advanced disc.
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🐎 Horseback Riding Camp
- Ages: 8 – 13 years
- Dates: Multiple options
- Location: Relational Riding Academy, 3714 W Anderson Rd. Cheney WA, 99004
- Description: Open to beginners and kids of all levels of experience. Limited to 20 participants working in groups of 5 for both riding and other activities. Kids will not only learn to ride they will also learn all about horses! Time spent at camp includes horse themed crafts, games and educational activities. Each group has a qualified adult supervisor at all times. While on horseback, each rider has a helper as needed in addition to the instructor. This program is open to 2nd year campers and experienced riders.
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🛟 Jr. Lifeguard Camp
- Ages: 10 – 15 years
- Dates: Multiple options
- Location: Comstock or Shadle Aquatic Centers
- Description: Participants learn what it takes to be a Spokane Aquatics Lifeguard by introducing them to water safety, rescue skills, first aid, CPR, health and wellness, and sustainability. Camp participants will learn the ins and outs of pool operations beyond what happens on deck. Through games and fun activities, swimming and diving skills will be refined, and endurance increased. This camp goes beyond fun, it will prepare your child to take a lifeguard class or join our Aqua Ducks Novice Swim Team. Prerequisite: demonstration of Barracuda skills. Please note that this camp does not certify your child to become a lifeguard. If you are interested in becoming a certified lifeguard, visit our lifeguarding course page.
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Browse the various camps and clinics offered at Washington State Univeristy:
🏀 WSU Youth Basketball Camp 1
- Ages: Open to boys and girls entering 1st – 8th grade
- Dates: 6/18/25 – 6/20/25
- Location: Washington State University
- Description: Join Coach Riley and the Cougs this summer for basketball camp! The WSU coaches and student-athletes will lead campers through basic offense and defense fundamentals and skill development. Coach Riley and his staff have a hands-on approach and are involved in every drill throughout the camp. Campers receive a Cougar Basketball t-shirt.
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🏀 WSU Youth Basketball Camp 2
- Ages: Open to boys and girls entering 1st – 6th grade
- Dates: 7/21/25 – 7/23/25
- Location: Washington State University
- Description: Join Coach Riley and the Cougs this summer for basketball camp! The WSU coaches and student-athletes will lead campers through basic offense and defense fundamentals and skill development. Coach Riley and his staff have a hands-on approach and are involved in every drill throughout the camp. Campers receive a Cougar Basketball t-shirt.
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🏀 WSU MBB 2025 Elite Camp
- Ages: High School
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 6/25/25
- Location: Washington State University
- Description: Elite level camp for all 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade. Coach Riley and his staff have a hands-on approach and are involved in every drill throughout the camp. Players get personal feedback on skill development. Individual instruction provided for all players. Skill development stressing the importance of fundamentals. Camp will be staffed by WSU basketball coaches along with current WSU basketball players. This is an overnight camp. Campers will stay in Washington State dorms.
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Theatre & Arts Camps
Blue Door Theatre is dedicated to the advancement of improvisation, the performing arts, and community building through innovative entertainment and education.
🎭 All Day Improv Camp
- Ages: 7 – 18 years
- Dates: 7/14/25 – 7/18/25
- Location: The Blue Door Theatre – 319 S Cedar St. Spokane, WA 99201
- Description:
At All Day Improv, we will dive deeper into the art of improv. In addition to mastering the fundamentals, you’ll discover various forms of improvisation, including different type of games, movement, and performance techniques. Students will have the opportunity to take four classes taught by various instructors, covering topics such as Improv Tools, Games, Stage, and Character. This improv camp is great for honing your improv skills and applying them on stage and in everyday life.
🎭 Sketch Camp
- Ages: 7 – 18 years
- Dates: 7/28/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: The Blue Door Theatre – 319 S Cedar St. Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: The Blue Door Theatre presents Sketch Camp. At sketch camp, you’ll discover how to apply improv fundamentals to write and craft engaging sketches. Throughout this program, you’ll explore techniques for heightening scenes, developing characters, and creating group sketches to share with family and friends!
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Founded in 1916, the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture is the largest cultural organization in the Inland Northwest, serving more than 100,000 visitors a year. It is one of Washington State’s five Smithsonian affiliates and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The museum resides in the historic Browne’s Addition neighborhood of Spokane, Washington.
🎨 Art Adventures: Art Camp for Grades 1 – 5
- Ages: Elementary School
- Dates: 7/15/25 – 7/18/25
- Location: The MAC – 2316 West First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Get creative! Enjoy working with a variety of 2D and 3D techniques and materials to produce unique artwork. Get hands-on with printmaking, clay, painting, freeform sculpture, leather, beading and more.
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🎨 Full STEAM Ahead! Steam for Grades 1 – 5
- Ages: Elementary School
- Dates: 7/22/25 – 7/25/25
- Location: The MAC – 2316 West First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Explore where art, STEM, and nature collide! Campers will create recycled art, build Rube Goldberg machines, get creative with electronics, and much more over 4 themed days.
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🎨 Full STEAM Ahead! Steam for Grades 6 – 8
- Ages: Middle School
- Dates: 7/29/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: The MAC – 2316 West First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Explore where art, STEM, and nature collide! Campers will create recycled art, build Rube Goldberg machines, get creative with electronics, and much more over 4 themed days.
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🎨 MAC to Basics: Art Camp for grades 6 – 8
- Ages: Middle School
- Dates: 8/5/25 – 8/8/25
- Location: The MAC – 2316 West First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Get creative! Enjoy working with a variety of 2D and 3D techniques and materials to produce unique artwork. Get hands-on with printmaking, clay, painting, freeform sculpture, leather, beading and more.
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Each summer Spokane Children’s Theatre provides classes in the theatre arts for young people. We are excited to announce that this summer we are expanding our Summer Camps to offer two ability levels for students to expand their theatre skills and have tons of fun! All of our camps are taught by experienced members of our Spokane Children’s Theatre community.
🎭 Summer Theatre Camp: Broadway Bound
- Ages: 8 – 12 years
- Dates: 7/28/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: Spokane Children’s Theatre: 2727 N Madelia St, Spokane, WA
- Description: You can’t stop the beat and neither can we! Campers ages 8 to 12 will dive into Tony Award winning Broadway musicals as they learn basic theatre skills and how to work together as a team. This camp runs July 28 to August 1 from 9am to 3pm.
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🎭 Summer Theatre Camp: History Through Musicals
- Ages: 8 – 12 years
- Dates: 7/21/25 – 7/25/25
- Location: Spokane Children’s Theatre: 2727 N Madelia St, Spokane, WA
- Description: Consider registering your child(ren) ages 8 to 12 for a historical week (July 21-25 from 9am to 3pm) of learning the foundations of musical theatre themed around shows based on a historical story! Participants will dive into the stories of Hamilton, Newsies, Les Miserable, and more!
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Civic Education is an evolving space for arts education excellence and community development. Civic classes and workshops provide opportunities to receive comprehensive, high-quality theatrical education experiences led by well-qualified theatre artists. In line with our Mission statement, Civic Education is an outlet to ‘foster an enduring love for live theatre,’ regardless of experience or means.
🎭 Civic Theatre Classes
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/21/25
- Location: 1020 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Classes include Acting Through Song, Auditioning and Preparing for a Play, Ballet Fundamentals for Musical Theatre, Character Development, Creative Adventures: An Actor’s Voice & Movement, Creative Movement, Dance Styles of Broadway, Improv, Musical Theatre Masterclass, Playwriting, Scene Study, Technical Theatre: Designing the Show, and more.
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Other Summer Camps
Blue Sky camps immerse children in the wonder of nature and introduce them to a vast array of creative expressions from building birdhouses and crafting wind chimes, singing songs and hiking outdoors to painting with watercolors and learning to work as a team. This rich tapestry of experiences nurtures their mind, body, and spirit. By connecting with the natural world and cultivating their imaginations, kids tune in to themselves, become aware of their emotions, and build community.
🌲 Blue Sky Summer Camp – I AM Capable
- Ages: 6 – 13 years
- Dates: Camp 1: 07/07/2025 – 07/11/2025, Camp 2: 07/28/2025 – 08/01/2025
- Location: Harmony Woods, 11507 S Keeney Rd, Spokane, WA 99224
- Description: Children are born with the spark of the divine housed in them. Their eagerness to learn and develop only needs to be encouraged and witnessed. At Blue Sky camps we know that children are both the student and the teacher and we can learn from each other. During this week activities will encourage confidence in innate abilities. A variety of skills-based learning opportunities will be offered from fort building and wind chime creations to rock climbing excursions and making play dough from scratch. Activities will be age-appropriate so your 6-year-old may not be doing the same thing as a 12 or 13 year-old.
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🌲 Blue Sky Summer Camp – I AM Connected
- Ages: 6 – 13 years
- Dates: Camp 1: 06/23/2025 – 06/27/2025, Camp 2: 07/21/2025 – 07/25/2025
- Location: Liberty Lake Regional Park, 3707 S Zephyr Rd, Liberty Lake, WA 99019
- Description: Hands-on nature experiences that foster belonging In a culture that is driven by all things digital and lacks deep human interaction, this week of camp will remind children that they are part of a collective much bigger than themselves. Through nature-based play they will remember they are one with the earth. There will be daily hikes, outdoor play, and gardening together. Practices that focus on collaboration and teamwork help kids learn to work together and discover the beauty of community. Campers will get on the water, learn about photosynthesis, identify native flora and fauna, and so much more.
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🌲 Blue Sky Summer Camp – I AM Creative
- Ages: 6 – 13 years
- Dates: Camp 1: 07/14/2025 – 07/18/2025, Camp 2: 08/04/2025 – 08/08/2025
- Location: Harmony Woods, 11507 S Keeney Rd, Spokane, WA 99224
- Description: At Blue Sky Camps, we believe every child is born creative. Creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about listening inward, expressing truth, and finding joy in the process. This week is all about exploring self-expression in playful, hands-on ways. Campers will dive into projects like balsa wood wind chimes, handmade stamps, rock and nature-based painting, and even tie-dyeing t-shirts using natural dyes from plants, teas, and flowers. They’ll also sculpt with clay to create essential oil diffusers, necklaces, and pendants using leaves and flowers as imprints. Through daily creative exploration, movement, and time in nature, campers will learn to follow their inner spark and honor their own rhythm. This week offers the freedom to simply be—and to feel the joy that comes from creating something that is truly their own.
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The NATIVE Project’s mission is to provide quality services that promote wellness and balance of mind, body, and spirit for individuals, staff, families, and communities.
☀️ NATIVE Youth Summer Program
- Ages: Youth 1st – 8th grade
- Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: Audubon Elementary, 2020 W. Carlisle Ave., Spokane, WA 99205
- Description: Native Youth Summer Program is held in the West Central Community of Spokane for youth entering 1st grade thru 8th grade for school year 2025/2026. The program is hosted by The NATIVE Project, Spokane School District 81, and Title 7 Indian Education.
During summer break we provide NP active patients (Medical/Dental/BH/SUD) a 4-week program from July 7 – August 1, 2025, Monday-Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, youth in 1st-8th grade. Our goal is to address and eliminate health disparities in BIPOC communities and to increase on-time HS graduation, while creating a strong and healthy & vibrant community. We have mentors from all over the community to provide a safe, educational and fun experience through weekly field trips, cultural, math, reading, science, and physical activities.
Fast Enterprises and Camp Code for Girls is empowering the next generation of women tech innovators and leaders.
Pro Tip: Camp Code for Girls is full for the summer of 2025. Interested parties are advised to join the waitlist! If a spot does not open up for this year, eligible waitlist registrants will receive priority registration for Camp Code 2026.
💻 Camp Code for Girls
- Ages: Girls grades 7th – 9th
- Dates: 6/23/25 – 6/27/25
- Location: Eastern Washington University, Catalyst Building 601 E. Riverside Ave, Spokane, WA 99202
- Description: Camp Code for Girls is a free week-long program that makes computer programming fun and accessible for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade girls. Campers gain hands-on experience in coding, while learning how to solve real-world problems, build mobile apps, and make a positive impact. Instructors and guest speakers—all accomplished tech professionals—connect with the campers to introduce them to the opportunities open to women in tech from programming to engineering to cybersecurity, and more!
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Spokane County Library District’s mission is to provide resources, experiences, and places that empower people to learn, explore, and succeed.
📚 Camp Read-a-Rama – Free Camp!
- Ages: Grades 2 – 5
- Dates: Camp 1: 06/23/2025 – 06/26/2025, Camp 2: 06/30/2025 – 07/03/2025
- Location: North Spokane Library, 44 E Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA 99218
- Description: Registration is required. Have an adventure at the library! We read and explore children’s books and then use the books’ themes for our camp activities, crafts, music, and games! When you make reading part of your summer, you set yourself up for success in the coming school year.
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💻 Coding Camp – Free Camp!
- Ages: 10 – 14 years
- Dates: 7/9/25 – 7/11/25
- Location: North Spokane Library, 44 E Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA 99218
- Description: Registration is required. In this three-day camp, learn the basic principles of program design and apply those skills to create instructions for different gadgets, both virtual and physical. There will be plenty of activities, including individual and collaborative challenges to tackle. All supplies are provided.
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The City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for the professional management and prudent caretaking of all park land and park facilities including Riverfront Park, Manito Park, Gaiser Conservatory and the many city-wide gardens, Finch Arboretum and the Urban Forestry Program, and 87 neighborhood parks.
🌲 B.A.S.E. Camp- Big Adventure Skills and Exploration
- Ages: 8 – 10 years
- Dates: Multiple options
- Location: Riverside State Park Bowl & Pitcher
- Description: Welcome to B.A.S.E. Camp! From here, big adventures await. During daily excursions, you will expand your skills in a variety of activities with awesome counselors and professional guides. Take aim with disc golf, come together as a team to paddle raft down the river, seek out wildlife on kayaks, explore meandering shorelines on a paddleboard, and take yourself to new heights with outdoor rock climbing! Campers will enjoy the small group sizes of no more than 12 per week.
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🛟 Jr. Lifeguard Camp
- Ages: 10 – 15 years
- Dates: Multiple options
- Location: Comstock or Shadle Aquatic Centers
- Description: Participants learn what it takes to be a Spokane Aquatics Lifeguard by introducing them to water safety, rescue skills, first aid, CPR, health and wellness, and sustainability. Camp participants will learn the ins and outs of pool operations beyond what happens on deck. Through games and fun activities, swimming and diving skills will be refined, and endurance increased. This camp goes beyond fun, it will prepare your child to take a lifeguard class or join our Aqua Ducks Novice Swim Team. Prerequisite: demonstration of Barracuda skills. Please note that this camp does not certify your child to become a lifeguard. If you are interested in becoming a certified lifeguard, visit our lifeguarding course page.
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⛺ Wilderness Survival Camp for Youth
- Ages: 6 – 14 years
- Dates: Multiple options
- Location: 3402 N Equestrian Lane Spokane WA, 99224
- Description: No prerequisites needed. A day of building survival skills and testing yourself against real life survival scenarios! Skills taught/practiced include shelters, fire safety/building, knife safety, tracking, foraging teamwork, traps, orienteering, cordage and knots, and primitive skills. We dive even deeper into skills the group finds most engaging. Our goal is building initiative, self control, and judgment skills while connecting with the natural world and having fun. The week ends with an exciting final scenario and a certificate of achievement.
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Therapeutic Recreation Services strives to provide enjoyable specialized and adaptive recreational activities for individuals with disabilities. Our purpose is to create positive experiences that develop appropriate leisure and social skills in our participants. By developing these skills participants can become increasingly self-confident, courageous, and independent. We want our customers to feel right at home and to make new friends with staff and other participants.
☀️ TRS Funshine Day Camp – 4 Weeks
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: 7/7/25 – 8/8/25
- Location: Shadle Park Library, 2111 W Wellesley Ave, Spokane, WA 99205
- Description: 4 weeks Funshine Day Camp is a fun-filled camp for those with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Campers will have the opportunity to interact and socialize with their peers through crafts, music, science experiments, books, board games, group activities, and more. Fridays are field trip days to a variety of exciting locations. Each week the camp centers around a different theme. We celebrate the end of summer with our annual Potluck BBQ & Carnival. Drop off and pick up will be at the Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Call 509-625-6245 or email Alice Busch at [email protected] for more information.
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☀️ TRS Funshine Day Camp – 3 days
- Ages: Middle – High School
- Dates: 7/1/25 – 7/3/25
- Location: Shadle Park Library, 2111 W Wellesley Ave, Spokane, WA 99205
- Description: 3 daysFunshine Day Camp is a fun-filled camp for those with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Campers will have the opportunity to interact and socialize with their peers through crafts, music, science experiments, books, board games, group activities, and more. Fridays are field trip days to a variety of exciting locations. Each week the camp centers around a different theme. We celebrate the end of summer with our annual Potluck BBQ & Carnival. Drop off and pick up will be at the Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Call 509-625-6245 or email Alice Busch at [email protected] for more information.
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Welcome to the Y. A cause-driven, inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.
☀️ YMCA Summer Day Camp
- Ages: Elementary – Middle School
- Dates: 6/18/25 – 8/27/25
- Locations: Central YMCA, North YMCA, Valley YMCA
- Description: Get ready for an unforgettable summer at the YMCA! We’re excited to offer enriching activities, new friendships, and lasting memories for your child. Our day camps are designed to provide a safe and fun environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Campers will enjoy: Exciting field trips and activities, Opportunities to develop new skills. Lifelong friendships and memories. Don’t wait—start planning your child’s best summer yet with the YMCA!
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... More Summer Fun!
Explore our collection of other youth opportunities in Spokane for the summer of 2025. Clubs, events, activities and more!
Athletics
The 90+ Project believes that soccer is a powerful tool for promoting the physical, mental, and emotional development, well-being, and recreation of young people. We’re passionate about using the beautiful game to create a strong sense of community, support mental wellness, and build character, sportsmanship, and leadership. Our goal is to empower youth to reach their full potential—regardless of economic background.
⚽ 90+ Free Soccer Jamborees
- Ages: Elementary – Middle School
- Dates & Locations: Friday, June 27th – Franklin Park | Friday, July 11th – South Complex | Friday, July 25th – Whitworth
- Description: Join 90+ for a Free Jamboree Day! Summer camp participants are highly encouraged to join us for a 5th day extension of their camp week. Each Friday Jamboree option coincides with one of our Monday-Thursday camp weeks. The jamboree will be split up into fields of 4v4, 5v5 and 6v6. Camp players… invite your friends out to join you for this exciting Free Jamboree option! All players in the birth years below are welcome to register regardless of if you are registered for summer camp. We encourage players to sign up for all three Jamboree dates if you are able!
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Bikesaretheanswer.org is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit founded to help kids and families thrive. Our mission is to foster a fun and inclusive environment where students can find community and healthy competition through biking. We focus on delivering a fun and inclusive environment because it unleashes internal motivation and drive in ways coaches and parents typically can’t. We make it easy for parents and families to connect and build friendships through volunteering and coaching because everyone seems to thrive when this happens. We named ourselves bikesaretheanswer because as a tool set, biking outside with friends, in the form we are structured to deliver, helps kids and families thrive.
🚲 Bike Team
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: 3/1/25 – 10/25/25
- Locations: Camp Sekani/Beacon Hill and Riverside State Park
- Description: Spokane’s bike team focuses on a fun and inclusive environment where students can find community through biking. Practices are held 3 times per week and student-athletes are grouped at each practice based on their experience, skill level, and desired output for the day. Races take place 2 times per month, and are optional. We make it easy for parents and families to connect and build friendships through volunteering since there are multiple on- and off-bike opportunities to become involved. On our bike team, there are no try-outs, beginners to experts are welcome, and everyone is on the same team.
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Over the last 25 years, Dynamic has offered quality gymnastic and dance programs all over the Spokane community.
🤸♂️ Gymnastics, Dance, Cheer Classes and Camps
- Ages: Pre-K – High School
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/23/25
- Location: 5512 N. Havana Spokane, WA 99217
- Description: Weekly themed summer day camps and classes. Gymnastics, dance, and cheer classes for kids ages 16 months to 18 years. Both co-ed and boys-only classes are offered. Open gym for athletes 7 and up on Fridays, birthday party packages, and weekly skill clinics are also available!
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Spokane Indians Youth Baseball & Softball (SIYBS) is a non-profit organization that provides a positive youth baseball and softball experience in the Inland Northwest for boys and girls, including players with special needs, by developing sportsmanship, leadership, teamwork, honesty, and character. SIYBS is governed by leaders in the community who work to establish longstanding working relationships, while raising funds for scholarships, fields, and players with physical challenges.
🧢 Summer Leagues
- Ages: 4 – 18 years
- Dates: 6/23/25 – 8/14/25
- Location: Various Locations
- Description: The Spokane Indians Youth Baseball and Softball Summer Leagues provide a fun, active, and inclusive environment for players of all skill levels—from beginners to experienced athletes. Designed for ages 4 through high school, our leagues help kids develop fundamental skills, build confidence, and form lasting friendships. We offer divisions for:
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Therapeutic Recreation Services strives to provide enjoyable specialized and adaptive recreational activities for individuals with disabilities. Our purpose is to create positive experiences that develop appropriate leisure and social skills in our participants. By developing these skills participants can become increasingly self-confident, courageous, and independent. We want our customers to feel right at home and to make new friends with staff and other participants.
💧 Sensory Sensitivity Swim
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Dates: 7/11/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: Cannon Aquatic Center, 1900 W Mission Ave, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Pool time designed for swimmers with sensory sensitivities. Each swimmer will be required to have an adult caregiver/parent to provide support as needed. The pool will be less crowded, whistles will not be used as frequently and swimmers can enjoy a zero depth entry, slides and play structure. Meet at A.M. Cannon Aquatic Center, 1900 W. Mission Ave. $40
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🥏 TRS Disc Golf
- Ages: 12 – 18 years
- Dates: 6/6/25 – 6/20/25
- Location: Liberty Park Library 402 S Pittsburg St, Spokane, WA 99202
- Description: We will visit a Spokane Parks and Recreation Park that host a Jr. Disc golf course. Safety and throwing fundamentals will be covered. Games played each week. Disc is included in the price. Discs provided if forget to bring. Pizza served at the end of each weekly play. Meet at a Liberty Park – Liberty Park Library 402 S. Pittsburg St. parking lot. $43
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Did you know? Spokane Youth Football & Cheer (SYFC) serves athletes across multiple school districts! We cover Spokane Public School boundaries as well as the Cheney, Medical Lake, Reardan, and Lind/Ritzville school districts. If your child attends school in any of these areas, they’re eligible to play for their local SYFC team! Register today and be part of the action!
📣 Spokane Youth Cheer
- Ages: Pre-K – High School
- Dates: 7/21/25 – 11/1/25
- Location: Teams located throughout Spokane
- Description: What are “summer intensives?” Just our fancy way of saying there’s like…a lot of practices in the beginning. Teams hit the ground running with 3-5x practices per week for the first several weeks of the season. These are required safety foundation practices in preparation for Jamboree! Jamboree is our all-day League-wide skills clinic with pro coaches and mentors! It is the PERFECT day for team-building, bonding and skill development. Get ready to work hard and learn a lot!
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YFC is a movement that reaches young people everywhere with the hope of Christ. We work with the local church and other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the Word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and commitment to social involvement. Spokane’s vision is to reach every young person living in Spokane’s most impoverished neighborhoods with the love and hope of Jesus and empower them to change their own community for Christ.
🌲 Adventure Day
- Ages: 11 – 19 years
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/28/25
- Location: 4603 N Market St Spokane, WA 99207
- Description: Join us for an adventure around town like lake day, hiking, or disc golf! No registration necessary.
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☀️ Pool and Club
- Ages: Middle – High School
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/28/25
- Location: 4603 N Market St Spokane, WA 99207
- Description: Pool and Bible Club at Spokane Youth for Christ.
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📝Workshops at Spokane YFC
- Ages: Middle – High School
- Dates: 6/24/25 – 8/28/25
- Location: 4603 N Market St Spokane, WA 99207
- Description: Summer workshops at Spokane YFC cover subjects such as: cooking and healthy eating, construction, financial literacy, online safety and more!
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Events
Moran Prairie Library offers a variety of free activities for kids in pre-k through high school! Select “Moran Prairie Library” under “Organizations” on our activity table to explore their complete selection of events and activities.
Youth opportunities include:
- Baby Play & Learn Storytime (0-18 months)
- LEGO Stop-Motion Studio
- Cupcake Decorating
- Mario Kart Coding & Crafts
- Produce Swap
& more!
Founded in 1916, the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture is the largest cultural organization in the Inland Northwest, serving more than 100,000 visitors a year. It is one of Washington State’s five Smithsonian affiliates and is accredited by the American Alliance of Museums. The museum resides in the historic Browne’s Addition neighborhood of Spokane, Washington.
📗 Our Stories: Black Families in Spokane
- Ages: Elementary – High School
- Date: 6/27/25
- Location: The MAC – 2316 West First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Experience Spokane’s rich history from the perspective of members of the Black community. Join us for a day of celebration filled with music, family histories, storytelling, and more!
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North Spokane Library offers a variety of free activities for kids in pre-k through high school! Select “North Spokane Library” under “Organizations” on our activity table to explore their complete selection of events and activities.
Youth opportunities include:
- Baby Play & Learn Storytime (0-18 months)
- Build Your Own Board Game
- Cupcake Decorating
- Fly Tying for Beginners
- Ping Pong Palooza
& more!
The mission of Unity in the Community is to be a vital, viable community resource for all citizens to enhance the betterment of the Northwest diverse communities. We strive to promote unity and connection amongst all people through community education and awareness, engaging the business community through support and financial backing, to serve the most underrepresented to create equity and inclusion.
☀️ Unity in the Community
- Ages: Pre-K – High School
- Date: 8/16/25
- Location: 507 N Howard St, Spokane, WA 99201
- Description: Unity in the Community, backed by the 501c3 NW Unity, is a special day for our children and their families to honor and enjoy the rich heritages that make our community great. This is a day where our children can hear dozens of languages and meet others who have come to our region from communities all over the world. Playing games and sharing different cultures is a great learning and growing experience for all. This wonderful day-long festival will feature diverse entertainment, cultural village displays, games, arts, food, and many other activities for both children and adults, including a job/career fair, health screening and more. As always, most of our proceeds go to worthy causes like providing 1,200 bags of school supplies, bicycle helmets, senior resources and other fun things for the children of our community.
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Washington Business Week (WBW) provides a hands-on, experiential environment that educates, empowers, and inspires a diverse group of high school students to recognize and achieve their potential. Business leaders, educators, high school students, and community volunteers teach and inspire one another to be responsible employees, employers and community members.
📝 Washington Business Week at Eastern Washington University
- Ages: High School
- Dates: 7/27/25 – 8/1/25
- Location: Eastern Washington University, 526 5th St, Cheney, WA 99004
- Description: In this overnight summer camp on the Eastern Washington University campus, students are placed in a dynamic simulation where they act as industry professionals, launch a company, sharpen their communication skills, and solve real-world challenges. Student led companies race against the clock to develop a world-changing idea and pitch it to potential investors at the end-of-week competition. Guided by a mentor from a local business, students learn to work as a team, explore careers, and build a network with professionals and future leaders. Each day, students and their companies dive into a real-world business simulation in the career pathway they’ve chosen. Students make strategic decisions as a team and participate in interactive projects alongside other companies. Business leaders from around the state share their experiences and challenges and provide valuable insight and direction as they mentor the teams.
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Outdoors
Spokane Parks and Recreation offers a variety of activities for kids in elementary through high school! Select “Spokane Parks and Recreation” under “Organizations” on our activity table to explore their complete selection of events and activities.
Youth opportunities include:
- Archery Introduction
- Karate Classes
- Kayak and Coffee Spokane River Upriver Dam
- Wildflower Walks with Transportation
- Yoga at Finch Arboretum
& more!
