General Day Camps in Harrisburg & West Shore: All-Day Fun, All-Summer Long
Looking for a summer camp where your kids can try a little bit of everything while you try everything to keep your calendar organized? Look no further! General day camps in the Harrisburg and West Shore area are like the buffet of summer fun—packed with activities, friends, and just enough structure to make everyone happy.
These camps offer a mix of sports, crafts, games, and outdoor adventures to keep kids engaged all day long. Whether they’re conquering the kickball field, creating macaroni masterpieces, or discovering the joy of a surprise water balloon fight, they’ll come home with enough stories to fill your dinner table—and hopefully enough tired to fall asleep early.
Parents love these camps for their flexibility, variety, and the glorious fact that someone else handles the daily schedule. Kids love them because they’re just plain fun. Search "general day camps near me" and you’ll find these local gems ready to turn your summer from chaos to carefree.
Let’s dive in and find the perfect day camp for your crew!
Sponsored * Jubilee Cake & Creative Studio Summer Camps (Mechanicsburg) (ages 5-12, Daily, 1/2 day)
Dive into a summer of sensory and pretend play at Jubilee’s Mini Mansion Summer Camps! Kids ages 5-12 will explore 15 magical playhouses, create arts and crafts, and enjoy snacks, pizza, and drinks. Camps run Tuesday-Thursday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM—perfect for an afternoon of fun and creativity. Reserve your spot today!
105 Gateway Dr , Mechanicsburg, PA Read More
Sponsored AROMA All-Sports Camps by Messiah University (Ages 7-14, Week Long, Full Day) (Multiple West Shore Locations)
AROMA All-Sports Camps: A Summer of Sports and Faith!
Messiah University’s AROMA All-Sports Camps provide boys and girls ages 7-14 with a faith-filled summer of athletic fun and personal growth. New for 2025: a Middle School Camp offering sport-specific training, strength and conditioning, team competitions, and Bible lessons. Multiple locations and dates are available. Discounts and payment plans offered—register now before spots fill!
Mechanicsburg, PA Read More
Camp GOTR (Girls entering 3rd-5th Grade, Full or Half day, Full week) Mechanicsburg & Harrisburg Locations
Camp GOTR: Empowering Girls Through Fun and Friendship!
Camp GOTR combines life skills, physical activity, and creativity in a supportive environment for girls entering grades 3-5. With full-day and half-day options at Harrisburg and Mechanicsburg locations, campers enjoy engaging lessons, field trips, and official GOTR gear. Financial assistance is available. Registration opens February 7, 2025—secure your spot today! Mechanicsburg, PA Read More
Sponsored Camp Urbie at Urban Air Adventure Park – Harrisburg, PA
Camp Urbie at Urban Air Adventure Park is the ultimate summer adventure for kids in Harrisburg, PA! With trampolines, obstacle courses, games, competitions, and open play, kids can burn energy, make friends, and have an absolute blast—all in a safe, air-conditioned environment. Half-day and full-day options available. Spots are limited—register now!
4200 Derry St ste 11, Harrisburg, PA Read More
Sponsored Challenge Island Summer Camps (Ages 4-12) (Various Locations in the West Shore Area)
Challenge Island Summer Camps: STEAM Adventures for Creative Minds!
Challenge Island Summer Camps offer kids hands-on STEAM activities and exciting weekly themes, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving. With adventures like designing roller coasters or exploring outer space, campers will learn, grow, and make lifelong memories. Perfect for elementary and middle school kids!
Mechanicsburg, PA Read MoreThe Children's Center in Camp Hill offers the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor activities for children ages 6-15. From creative arts and crafts to thrilling field trips and community service projects, your child will enjoy weekly themes designed to challenge their minds and bodies in a safe, nurturing environment. Flexible enrollment options let you choose the schedule that works for your family, whether it's part-time, full-time, or just a few weeks. With financial aid, multi-child discounts, and state-subsidized care accepted, a great summer experience is accessible for every family. Call today to secure your spot—spaces fill up fast! 🏕️
Camp Hill United Methodist Church , 417 S. 22nd street, Camp Hill , PA Read More
Sponsored Farm Camp at Paulus Farm Market: Hands-On Fun for Kids in Mechanicsburg! 🌾
🐷 Farm Camp at Paulus Farm Market gives kids a hands-on farm adventure in Mechanicsburg! From feeding animals to planting in the garden, this half-day camp is packed with outdoor fun, learning, and fresh air. Available for ages 3-12 with sessions throughout the summer. Spots fill fast—sign up today!
1216 S York St, Mechanicsburg, PA Read More
Sponsored Good & Rooted Nature School Summer Camps 🌿☀️
Immerse your child in a summer of adventure, creativity, and outdoor exploration with Good & Rooted Nature School! Offering six unique themed camps, kids (ages 5–12) will engage in hands-on experiences that blend nature, storytelling, art, S.T.E.A.M., and wilderness skills. Whether they’re crafting forest-inspired masterpieces, embarking on a medieval quest, building survival skills, or singing campfire songs, every week is filled with imaginative play, learning, and outdoor fun. Camps run June–July in various Harrisburg & West Shore locations.
🌿 Themes Include: Nature S.T.E.A.M., Forest Artist, Fairies & Gnomes, Knights & Dragons, Campfire Tales & Songs, and Wilderness Warriors. Camp Hill, PA Read More
Sponsored Humane Society of Harrisburg Area Summer Camp 2025 (Harrisburg)
Critter Camp 2025 at the Humane Society of Harrisburg Area
Calling all animal lovers ages 7-12! Join us for a week-long camp filled with hands-on animal care, fun workshops (like pet CPR and behavioral training), arts and crafts, team-building activities, and time spent with HSHA’s adoptable pets. Camp runs daily from 9 AM - 3 PM, with after-care options available. Registration includes a t-shirt, all materials, and unforgettable memories! Early Bird Discount available until March 15, 2025.
Location: 7790 Grayson Road, Harrisburg, PA 17111
Register today to save your spot!
Sponsored Label Daddy
Label Daddy provides premium, peel and stick, customized, and washable labels to keep personal items organized and out of the Lost and Found — perfect for summer camp and beyond.
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Sponsored My Gym Camp (Ages 4-10, 1/2 day, Daily) (Mechanicsburg)
My Gym Summer Camp
Ages 4-10 | June 9 – August 22, 2025
Make this summer unforgettable with My Gym Summer Camp! Your kids will enjoy three hours of nonstop fun featuring gymnastics, games, tumbling, relays, coloring, and more. Flexible session packages, a dynamic schedule, and a safe, nurturing environment make this the ultimate summer adventure. Sessions run Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1 PM to 4 PM—sign up now before spots fill up!
My Gym camp is simply the best! Children participate in energizing fitness games, noncompetitive gymnastics, music and so much more. Each camp program is uniquely designed to keep your children moving and active, as we emphasize physical development and personal success. Our activities change daily, so no two camp days at My Gym are ever the same. Whether you are looking for the best place to send your children on cold and rainy days or trying to keep them active and cool during the hot summer months, My Gym camp is the place to be. We make it easy for parents with our drop-off program, pay-by-the day options, and multi-day discounts.
Spooky Nook Sports Summer Camps (Manheim)
Spooky Nook Sports Summer Camps
Keep your kids active, engaged, and having fun this summer at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim! From sports-specific camps to multi-sport and recreational options, there’s something for every child, all within world-class facilities. Weekly full-day and half-day sessions offer flexible and exciting summer fun.
Sponsored The Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth
Join the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth this summer for rigorous, fresh, and fun in-person academic programs held at 10 locations in California, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island. CTY's three-week day and residential programs for advanced learners in grades 2-12 offer 70+ courses in math, science, writing, and the humanities, plus social activities like talent shows and dances. CTY challenges students and connects them with an engaged community of learners from around the world. Residential students in grades 5-12 experience learning and living on a college campus. Before and after care is available for day students in grades 2-6 and lunch is included. Online programs in dynamic virtual classrooms are also enrolling.
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Sponsored ZooVenture Wildlife Camp at Lake Tobias – Protectors of the Planet! 🌎🐾
Calling all young eco-warriors! 🌍🐾 Join ZooVenture Wildlife Camp at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park for an unforgettable 5-day adventure exploring ecosystems, meeting amazing animals, and learning how to protect the planet! 🦒💚 Goat snuggles included. 🐐
760 Tobias Road , Halifax, , PA Read More
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