Top Events and Camps to Keep your Child Entertained this Summer
By HEIDI PRUITT & BREE BRAGG
The Kokomo Post Staff
The weather is warming up, school is out and life is good. But how long before the “I’m bored” statements come from your child’s mouth? Don’t worry! We’ve created a resource with all the information to keep your kids entertained (and off of their electronics) this summer!
Trolls Kids Summer Camp at Fired Arts Studio | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 20 to 22
Registration is now open for the Fired Arts Studio summer camp! Your child will create their own masterpieces based on Trolls the movie! Call the studio at 765-450-3088 or click here to register!
Rainbows and Butterflies Summer Camp at Fired Arts Studio | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. June 27 to 29.
Join Fired Arts Studio Kids Summer Camp!🌈 This 3-day camp is open for grades K-12. Call the studio at 765-450-3088 or click here to register!
Fired Art’s Color Wars Camp | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 25 to 27
It’s Color Wars week at Fired Arts Studio! Join this 3-day camp for kids grades K-12 and create colorful masterpieces as unique as you are. There will be a snack provided during this event as well. Click here to purchase your ticket!
Cost: $25 Tuesday- Paint Crumble Vase
Cost: $25 Wednesday- Tie-Dye Pillowcase
Cost: $25 Thursday- Balloon Splatter
Full 3-day Camp Cost: $65
Coyote Kids Running Program
The Kokomo Road Runners running club is hosting its annual 6-week-long running program! It’s completely free and open to runners 0 to 18 years old! This program begins on June 1 and meets every Thursday evening at 6:15 p.m. Click here for more information and to register!
Camp Tycony - Summer Day Camps
The Kokomo Family YMCA’s Camp Tycony has a full summer planned of day camps, perfect for kids of all ages! Give your child the gift of summer memories with new friends. You can register here.
Week 1: Jump into Summer May 30 - June 2
Week 2 Outerspaced June 5-9
Week 3: Game Show June 12-16
Week 4: Nickelodeon June 19-23
Week 5: Around the World in Five Days June 26-30
Week 6: Party in the USA July 3-7
Week 7: H2 Oh Yeah! July 10-14
Week 8: Camp’s Got Talent July 17-21
Week 9: Survivor July 24-28
Register by clicking here!
Bridges Outreach Summer Slam
Bridges Outreach is inviting students from all schools going into grades 6th and up for Summer Slam at the Carver Center!
From June 19 to July 14 kids will enjoy two and a half hours of games, fun, snacks and Friday field trips!
Call 765-452-5723 to learn more about this fun summer event.
Swim Lessons at Kokomo Beach
Everyone age 6 months and older can participate in swim lessons this summer at Kokomo Beach!
Session 1: June 5-8 & June 12-15 Find more information and register by clicking here.
Session 2: June 26-29 and July 3-6 Find more information and register by clicking here.
Session 3: July 17-20 and July 24-27 Find more information and register by clicking here.
Tennis Lessons from Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department
Want to learn or get better at tennis? Sign up for lessons from the Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department! Available for ages 7 and older, register by clicking here!
Session 1: June 5-8 and June 12-15
Session 2: June 19-22 and June 26-29
Session 3: July 3-6 and July 10-13
Sweet Peas Play Cafe Preschool Summer Camp
Your child is going to love summer day camp at Sweet Peas Play Cafe! This program for ages 2 through 6 offers themed learning and play from a local preschool teacher.
Week 1: Under The Sea- June 6
Week 2: Let's Go Camping- June 12
Week 3: Things That Go- June 19
Week 4: Things That Go- June 26
Week 5: Trip to the Zoo- July 10
Week 6: Outter Space- July 17
Week 7: Color Fun- July 24
Week 8: Color Fun- July 31
Reserve your spot by clicking here!
Haynes Apperson Kids Track Meet
Give your child the opportunity to train for and participate in the Haynes Apperson Kids Track Meet this summer! At 7:45 a.m. Saturday, July 1, children ages 2 through 10 can participate in the long jump, 25-yard dash, and more! Click here to register and to find more information!
Library Summer Reading Programs
Head over to the Main Branch of the library from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. June 2 to kick off the All Together Now Summer Reading Program! Experience a summer full of prizes, activities, and more at the Kokomo Howard County Public Library!
EquiVenture
EquiVenture is Kokomo’s very own therapeutic horse riding program for children with special needs. This weekly program focuses on improving potential and building confidence with horses. Interested in learning more? Email Bonnie Flynn at bonnieflynn1@aol.com.
ART and Nature Workshop
Get creative at art and nature-inspired workshops this summer! Busy summer? No problem! There are multiple chances throughout the summer to experience this program for ages 5 through 12. Text Kendra Foreman at 310-739-4098 to reserve your child’s spot!
Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department Creature Features
This summer, The Kirkendall Nature Center in Jackson Morrow Park, is hosting several informative and interactive features of creatures from all over! Don’t miss the following opportunities:
Joy Journey Mobile Petting Zoo
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 20
Take Flight! Birds of Prey
11 a.m. to noon, and 1 to 2 p.m June 17
Squishy & Friends Interactive Reptile Show
11 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m. Aug. 12
Indiana Wild
11 a.m. to noon and 1 to 2 p.m. Sept. 23
Kokomo Parks and Recreation Department Super Explorers Camp
Children ages 5 through 12 years old get the chance to learn about the environment through activities and games this summer at the Super Explorers Camp!
Juniors: Ages 5-8 July 10-14
Seniors: Ages 9-12 July 17-21
Click here for more information!
Legacy Dance Academy
This summer, Legacy Dance Academy is offering the Summer of Dance Series where dancers ages 3 and up are welcome to come enjoy themed camp days and more!
Jungle Jam
5:30-6:30 p.m., June 13-15 for ages 3-7
Minion Mayhem
5:30-6:30 p.m., June 20-22 for ages 3-7
Barnyard Boogie
5:30-6:30 p.m., July 11-13 for ages 3-7
Aloha, End of Summer Luau
5:30-6:30 p.m., July 18-20for ages 3-7
Ballet
June 12, 13 & 15 for ages 6 & up
Jazz
June 19, 20 & 22 for ages 6 & up
Lyrical
July 3, 5 & 6 for ages 6 & up
Leaps/Turns/Jumps
July 10, 11 & 13 for ages 6 & up
Musical Theatre
June 19, 20 & 22 for ages 6 & up
Acro Camp
June 26, 27, 29 & July 24, 25, 27 for ages 6 & up
Click here for more information.
Wrangler and Friends Camps
Let your child get outside and get dirty with Wrangler and Friends day camps this summer! Ages 5-11 are invited to participate in hands-on activities with goats, sheep, rabbits, horses, and so much more!
You can join Wrangler and Friends from May 30 through Aug. 4! Registration is available for a day, a week, a month, or the entire summer. Register your child by visiting Wrangler and Friends website.
Jim “Moose” Kids Fishing Clinic
Registration for the 39th annual kids fishing clinic! There are so many surprises in store for this year’s event. Don’t miss it! Registration will be June 12 starting at 8 a.m. at the former Kokomo Conference and Event Center. The Clinic will begin July 17 and run through July 27.
Rhum Academy of Music
Rhum Academy of Music is also offering weekly, 30-minute long art classes for children 6 and older. Give the academy a call at (765) 236-0567 to sign up today!
There you have it, 15 different events and camps to keep your child entertained this summer! Did we miss an event you’d like to highlight? Comment down below!