Updated March 2026 • Curated by NaperKids
Pottery classes, workshops, and studio time for all skill levels. Wheel throwing and hand-building.
Kids program focuses on character building and leadership. Tiny Tigers program for young kids. Fun and safe environment.
Award-winning school. 3 weeks free martial arts training + complimentary uniform for new students. Family-friendly, 50+ years expertise.
50+ years of karate and martial arts expertise serving the Naperville community.
Self-defense and self-perfection training for the entire family. Teaches Banzenkan Aiki Ninjutsu, comprised of 12 authentic ninja and samurai arts fro...
Martial arts training for kids and adults in the Naperville area.
Art studio offering classes and workshops in Naperville.
Art studio offering classes and workshops in the Naperville area.
Mobile foam party service bringing high-energy fun to your yard, driveway, or outdoor space. Features pro-grade Super Foam Cannon, kid-friendly music,...
Leading martial arts instruction. Little Tigers program teaches courage and communication. Serves Aurora and Naperville.
Women-owned art studio. Young artists explore new mediums, discover famous artists, try new techniques. M-Th 4:30-9pm, F 4:30-6pm, Sat 12-2pm.
Traditional Shaolin Kung Fu training.
Local Glass Studio800 Roosevelt Rd.Building D10Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Venue for: Valhallan Esports Training Roblox Studio Summer Camp
Rock climbing facility designed for children as young as 2.5 years. Strictly ages 3-18. Admission $25. Opened spring 2025.
Open Studio (Elementary) with drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, interdisciplinary STEAM projects.
Kids classes, family discounts available.
Cutting-edge STEM programs including coding, robotics, game design, and AI. Facilities include gaming computers, 3D printers, robotics equipment, and ...
Physical development center offering non-competitive programs including parent/child classes, gymnastics, dance, sports prep, camps, and birthday part...
Walk-in crafts, DIY workshops, pop art-inspired crafts. Birthday parties and group events. Creative program for ages 3-5. Non-intimidating art space. ...
1-week theatre camps. Each session has a theme. Kids devise their own play, learn drama games, develop characters, learn Broadway musical numbers. Inf...
Taekwondo school founded by master instructor Michael Raiz. Comprehensive curriculum: technique, sparring, character development.
Coding and robotics programs for kids, with courses ranging from beginner coding to Minecraft, Robotics, and drones. Free trial class available.
Coding and robotics enrichment classes in-person or online, plus summer camps.
40+ types of art: acrylic, watercolor, charcoal, stained glass, clay. Weekly workshops summer (June-July) and school year (Sept-May).
FREE. Open grass field, basketball hoop, children's play structure, swings.
Sports, arts, dance, and safety education in a supervised environment. Summer and after-school programs.
Summer swim lessons Mon-Thu with Friday make-up days. Level 1 teaches basic movements and water comfort.
Coding, game development, robotics, 3D printing. Expert tech mentors. Summer camp format at Benedictine University campus.
Breakaway BasketballLocations in Oak Brook, Hinsdale, Lombard, Lemont, Orland Park, and Mt. Prospect
Celebrating its 39th year, NSA was the first traveling soccer club formed in Naperville in 1986. Offers elite travel soccer with USSF/NSCAA certified ...
Hidden gem. Unique museum with Chinese jade carvings, animal dioramas, mineral specimens, gemstones, interactive geological exhibits. Fully accessible...
Sports and Fun CampsWestmont Yard: 233 W. 63rd St., Westmont IL 60559Naperville Yard: 1607 Legacy Circle, Naperville, IL 60563
103,000 sq ft facility with indoor soccer fields, after-school sports, concession stand, playroom, acceleration training, daycare, birthday parties, a...
Age-appropriate sports instruction that's fun for kids and convenient for busy families. Multiple sports available.
Creative painting classes and birthday party experiences for children
Princess and character party entertainment for kids birthdays and events.
Martial arts classes specifically designed for children in the Naperville/Lisle area.
Taekwondo and karate classes for various age groups.
Basketball camp hosted at Illinois Basketball Academy focused on developing better scoring moves, ball handling, and playmaking ability. Coaches focus...
Youth Soccer Academy with a mission to make soccer accessible for the entire community. Serves areas including Oswego, Aurora, Plainfield, and Napervi...
Small group nature camps at McDonald Farm in Naperville. Half-day camps (9am-12pm) Mon-Fri with unique weekly themes. Children explore native prairie,...
Open by appointment for pottery painting (text 630-640-9442 for appointments, no set hours). Offers private pottery painting and clay making parties f...
Art school offering classical and contemporary art education.
Formal art lessons in painting, drawing, color theory.
Under 14 always free. Illinois residents get free admission on winter weekdays 11am-close through end of Feb 2026. Also free for Chicago teens under 1...
1,700 acres. Four-acre Children's Garden with climbing structures, secret streams, paved paths, wooden bridges. Maze Garden (shrub maze + toddler maze...
500-acre park. Tank Park (kids can climb tanks!), playground, gardens, walking trails, water features, picnic grounds. McCormick Museum and First Divi...
Nearly 100-year-old movie palace. Classic cinema and latest movies. Good for parties and gatherings.
Hidden gem. FREE admission. 13,000-year-old woolly mammoth skeleton, microscopes, spotting scopes, animal tracks. Nature backpacks available for trail...
40+ acres of forest along Fox River. Live animal exhibits, hands-on learning stations, 6 hiking trails. Summer camps for ages 2-13. Free parking. Phon...
Outdoor trails and interactive nature center where kids learn about local wildlife and ecosystems.
Free drop-in Nature Discovery Days during winter (Nov, Jan, Feb, Mar) and two weeks each summer (August). Indoor self-guided activities for families w...
Park especially good for young children 1-5 years. Features noise-making toys, rocking horses, large green dome with holes, smaller playgrounds with s...
Garden store and learning center with themed gardens and children's workshops
Obstacle course training for kids age 1-8. Weekly classes, open play, and birthday parties.
Ultimate Ninjas Academy Naperville1624 Route 59, Unit 104Naperville, IL 60564
Includes collaborative art projects and special themed events (e.g., Black History Month art projects).
Children's theater offering workshops, classes, and full stage performances. No auditions required to join. Alternative to traditional audition-based ...
30-minute lessons, 4:1 student-instructor ratio. Hours: Mon-Tue 3:30-7PM, Wed 9AM-7PM, Thu 3:30-7PM, Fri 3-7PM, Sat 9AM-1:30PM. Phone: (630) 348-6550.
1.75-mile pathway along the DuPage River featuring gardens, fountains, bridges, and splash areas. Free to enter. Hosts free activities and music throu...
Hands-on baking and decorating camps at Wilton corporate headquarters. Each camper gets own workstation and tools. Summer camps available.
Ninja gym with obstacle courses. Kids and adult open gym sessions (4 kids, 3 adult per week). Drop-ins welcome. Camps, parties, and competitions avail...
Ceramic arts center offering pottery and ceramics classes.
Longtime Aurora landmark. Parents credit classes for improving kids' focus and self-esteem.
Drop-in crafts, birthday parties, special events. STEM makerspace with finished crafts and supplies available. Studio open for making at any time.
Gymnastics, fitness classes, Mommy & Me, camps, birthday parties. Open gym for members. Non-competitive: bars, vault, beam, tumbling. Mon-Fri 9AM-7PM,...
9th degree Black Belt instructor with 40 years teaching experience. Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Aikido, Taekwondo, Karate, and self-defense classes.
Coding and junior coding classes for children ages 5-14. Programs include basic block coding, Minecraft and Roblox programming, and hands-on robotics.
Learn to code on proprietary platform. Camps run Mon-Fri, AM (9AM-12PM) and PM (12:30-3:30PM). Year-round programs and summer camps.
Coding and junior coding programming classes for children. Game-based curriculum teaching real programming skills.
Coed clinic combining expert coaching with cutting-edge Shoot 360 technology including AI-driven analytics, interactive drills, and live gameplay. Pla...
State-of-the-art basketball training facility using advanced technology including AI-driven analytics, NBA-level shot tracking, interactive drills, an...
Programs for ages 4 and older including LEGO creativity, art, and drawing classes.
Personalized coding and robotics classes. Summer camp options available.
Programs: Tiny Tigers (youngest), Karate for Kids, Adult Taekwondo, Black Belt Club, Leadership Club. Phone: (630) 681-0060.
Hiking, picnicking, archery, fishing, boating, tubing, camping. Camping Fri-Sat nights May-September. Great for family outings.
Living history museum recreating pioneer life through educational demonstrations and hands-on fun. Admission includes unlimited rides on train, hay wa...
Indoor slides, jungle gyms, multi-sport trampoline air courts. Full day of activities for all ages.
Indoor skydiving experience. Each flight in the wind tunnel lasts about 60 seconds. Two flights per person included. Safe for kids 3 and up.
Free STEM sessions at Commissioners Park on Mondays from 2-5 PM. Exposes elementary and middle school students to diverse STEM topics through hands-on...
Family entertainment center specializing in birthday parties. Also hosts scout, camp, school, and team building events. Activities include laser tag, ...
Features volleyball courts, basketball courts, soccer fields, and running tracks. Good for kids and families.
Year-round weekly swim lessons. No contracts or registration fees. Start and stop at any time.
Swim lessons blending expert instruction with SwimPlay methodology. Tropical 90-degree pool all year long with convenient lesson schedules.
Dynamic theatre day camp for young people on the autism spectrum. Campers ages 8-22 explore drama, music, and visual arts during three fun-filled week...
Interactive exhibits in historic fire station, designed to educate kids about fire safety.
Group, private, or semi-private horseback riding lessons for ages 12+ year-round. Seasonal camps for ages 10-14.
Weekly art classes and summer camps for ages 3 and up. Drawing, painting, and mixed media.
Multiple tumbling levels from beginner (handstands/cartwheels) to advanced. Focus on strength, coordination, self-esteem. Summer camps available.
Formed in 1976, provides over 600 year-round programs and special events annually for residents with disabilities. Programs range from fitness to craf...
Dance classes, camps, theatre programs. Ballet, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, creativity, performance. Award-winning competitive dance program.
Always free. One of the last free zoos in the country. Worth the 45-min drive from Naperville.
Worth the drive. Check chicagochildrensmuseum.org for all 2026 free days.
Grain bin sandbox, spring animals, pedal tractors, pony rides, gem mining, train rides, face painting. Seasonal (fall popular for apple picking/pumpki...
Sitting areas, lighted picnic spots, egret sculpture garden, canoe access along the Fox River.
Performing arts classes led by professional teaching artists. Drama games, improv, movement, and singing fostering confidence, empathy, and collaborat...
Painting, ceramics, collage classes. Phone: 630-682-5402 ext. 333.
Oswegoland Park District's first splash pad with 17 spray and play features. Seasonal outdoor.
Nature programs including archery, beekeeping, astronomy, wilderness skills. Field trips: Fascinating Forests, Wetland Wonders, Incredible Insects, So...
Paint-your-own pottery studio offering walk-in painting, parties, camps, and classes.
1.5 hour pottery painting classes allowing kids to create and express creativity.
Kids birthday parties, Mommy and Me, gymnastics camps and programs. Confidence-building activities for young children.
Karate for kids classes instilling respect, courtesy, and self-control.
Youth sports education program offering soccer classes, camps, and skill development at the Wheaton Park District Community Center. Programs include p...
Riding lessons, summer camps, parties, group events. Hands-on experience with horses. No trail riding or boarding.
Youth theater productions at Meiley Swallow Hall for kids ages 8-18.
Youth soccer programs affiliated with Chicago Fire FC professional club. Delivers high-level soccer training for ages 6-19 with professional coaches, ...
Check sheddaquarium.org for complete 2026 free day calendar.
Free zoo established 1915 with 100+ animals from 41 species. Bald eagles, wolves, mountain lions, otters, reptile house. Free splash pad and playgroun...
13-acre outdoor history museum with interactive exhibits, guided tours, seasonal events, Early Learning Playscape, splash pad, and summer camps. Admis...
Award-winning 13-acre outdoor history museum with 31 historical structures from the 1830s. Offers Sensory Friendly Saturdays with hands-on activities ...
Water slides, splash pads, family-friendly water park. Seasonal - opens summer 2026. Hours: Mon-Thu 12-7pm, Fri 11:30am-6pm, Sat-Sun 12-6pm. Phone: (6...
State-of-the-art facility serving the Naperville area since 2008 offering indoor environments for soccer, lacrosse, football, and other field sports.
95,000 sq ft indoor soccer center with youth classes ages 18 months+
The largest indoor soccer center in Chicagoland at 95,000 square feet. Features four indoor synthetic turf fields (three full-sized for 8v8, one small...
Premier ice skating rink near Naperville with ice skating lessons for all ages and abilities. Public skate times year round with character skates and ...
Open swim Mon-Sat 11AM-8PM, Sun 12PM-8PM (summer season). Water park features. Swim lessons available.
Weekly storytimes for different ages. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program. 2026 Bookmark Contest (grades K-8). Children's area has light-up wall, ...
Toddler sports programs in soccer, baseball, basketball, golf, and playactive classes for ages 2-6.
FREE. Great for kids interested in animals and birdwatching. Connect with local wildlife.
Over 40 years of recreational youth sports leagues including soccer (K-8th), baseball (pre-K-8th with T-ball), and basketball (K-12). Emphasizes funda...
Women's recreational and competitive gymnastics and tumbling facility serving the Burr Ridge, Hinsdale, Downers Grove, and western suburbs area. Teach...
Award-winning programs since 1977 for youth of all ages and abilities. Summer camps include Camp Exploration (school-age children with autism), Camp I...
USAG member gym. Classes for various age groups, camps, and birthday parties. Phone: (630) 251-5506.
After-school theater arts training. Weekly classes in voice, drama, dance, and specialty themes. Serves the greater Chicagoland area.
Formerly Academy of the Arts. Located inside The Matrix Club offering classes, camps, and performances for adolescents, teens, and adults.
Year-round indoor/outdoor aquatic park. Must register for time slots online. Max capacity 40 per slot, min 25 to avoid cancellation. Zero-depth entry ...
Wall-to-wall trampolines, SkySlam dunking, Ultimate Dodgeball, foam zone. Sky Camp programs for kids. Birthday parties available.
Interactive exhibits in math, science, and art designed for young minds. Features bubble station, mini river for water play, and hands-on learning act...
Offers Adaptive Play Time and Sensory Friendly Saturday programs with modified environments for children with disabilities, autism, and sensory proces...
Hands-on adventure where kids explore materials, chase curiosity, and experiment. Part of museum summer programming.
Nationally accredited 5-acre zoo with 150+ animals representing 60+ native Illinois species including bobcats, foxes, goats, and sheep. Free admission...
Fall festival with corn maze, pumpkin patch, outdoor family activities, bouncing trampoline, zip lines, petting zoo, slides, and more. About 25 minute...
Premier indoor/outdoor soccer facility. Lil' Kickers (18mo-7yr), skills development (8-10yr), 3v3, Futsal leagues. Off Wolf's Crossing, 2 miles west o...
Largest Badminton Club in Americas with 36+ courts for multiple sports
Guitar, drums, piano, bass, vocals, keys. Performance Program with live shows at local venues. Rock 101 for beginners (no experience needed). Music ca...
Indoor pool with family/open swim. Adult swim last 10 min of every hour. Year-round swimming. Swim lessons also available.
Free after-school and summer programs. Gym, conference room, multi-purpose room, open recreation area. Open Mon-Sat.
City-run summer youth programs including camps, activities, and free meal programs.
60,000 sq ft entertainment center since 1983. Indoor go-karts, laser tag, bumper cars, rides, mini bowling, miniature golf, two-story playland, VR, es...
Historic quarry swimming with zero-depth entry and 15-foot depths
Zero-depth entry leisure pool, drop-off slides, twisting enclosed body flume slides, kid-friendly spray area, lap swimming at designated times.
Horseback riding lessons (8+), pony lessons (5-7), pony rides, petting zoo, hayrides, and horse boarding.
Private and group swim lessons (starting at 6 months). Basketball and volleyball clinics. Early learning center, day camp, school age child care. Club...
Two pools (recreation pool with kid-friendly slide + lap pool). Family swim in recreation pool. Swim Academy lessons. Child care for members: Baby Roo...
Swim lessons for kids with multiple locations near Naperville. Aurora and Woodridge locations closest.
Family aquatic center. Swim lessons available. Part of Wheaton Park District.
Cooperative extension of the Naperville Park District providing year-round recreational and social programs for children, teens, and adults with speci...
60 forest preserves, 500+ miles of trails. Nature centers have free exhibits. Check calendar of events for free nature programs for kids.
Summer camps for kids entering 1st through 8th grades focusing on nature and STEM. Themes include Illinois rocks, bird watching, and fishing skills. Q...
Summer camps June 1 - August 14, 2026. Various programs for different grade levels.
Must register online ahead of time. One parent can register up to 4 children. Upcoming: Mar 7 Leprechaun Trap, Apr 4 Farm Planter. Kids get to keep wh...
Family entertainment center with arcade games, pizza, and kids birthday parties. Adventure Zone indoor playground with trampolines and slides.
Family farm with petting zoo for over 33 years. Friendly farm animals to pet and feed. Free pony rides on Saturdays & Sundays in October (11am-5pm). P...
Enrichment classes for grades 1-8 at Naperville Center. Programs include speech, creative writing, chess, archery, culinary arts, game design, and STE...
Family Aquatic Center & Indoor Waterpark, 8-lane lap pool, gymnasium, open gym hours, youth swim lessons, dance programs, sports leagues, summer day c...
Spring Break week activities in Billy Graham Center Museum, Sports & Rec Complex, Wade Center. Story time, scavenger hunts, open gym, open pool, movie...
Tennis, basketball, football, and more. Taught by Wheaton College coaches and athletes. Character development + athletic skills.
Three award-winning pools. Technique-focused instruction in small group settings. Group lessons from 6 months; semi-private and private lessons availa...
One of the largest US Figure Skating clubs in the nation, incorporated in 1976. Offers testing, competitions (DuPage Open), developmental clinics, cam...
Seasonal outdoor water park. 11 attractions: 5 water slides (2 flume, 2 free fall, 1 tot slide), zero-depth shallow end, sand play area, adults-only d...
700 S Bartlett RoadBartlett, IL 60103
Introduces children to cooking using nutritious ingredients in a professional kitchen. Parent & Child, Teen Camps, Summer/Winter Break Camps, Birthday...
Entertainment venue with blacklight bowling lanes, interactive arcade, laser tag, and bumper bowling for kids.
Free DIY workshops for kids at participating locations. Registration required. Recent project: Birdhouse (Feb 21).
Family entertainment center with go-karts, laser tag, bumper cars, mini golf, and immersive experiences.
Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 8am-8pm. Toddler Time: Tue/Thu 10am-12pm, Sun 8-10am (under 46" only, parent/child). Jump socks requir...
Multi-sport complex with gymnastics, sports training, and youth programs.
Taekwondo for all ages with specialty in teaching kids to stay focused and disciplined.
Nearly 30 years of professionally trained instructors teaching kids to swim and be safe in water.
90+ classes per session in theater, music, dance, and visual arts. Kindergarten through high school theater/acting classes. Connected to the Paramount...
Year-round indoor amusements. Adventures for all ages. Serves the Woodridge/Downers Grove/Bolingbrook/Naperville area.
Indoor adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, and obstacle courses. Note: Temporarily closed for renovations as of 2026.
10-court indoor tennis facility with junior development lessons. Open to both Members and Non-Members. 10% multi-class discount.
The elite club soccer program of the Wheatland Athletic Association, composed of boys and girls traveling soccer teams from U7 to U23. Offers Futures ...
Bowling (dragon ball ramps for young kids), laser tag, 100+ arcade games, high ropes, VR. Full restaurant. Kids Bowl Free program in summer. Mon-Thu 1...
1st Alliance | Lions Jrs Volleyball Summer ClubMAX-McCook: 4750 S. Vernon Ave, McCook1st Alliance Training: 1000 Davey Rd Suit 600, WoodridgeSawmill S...
After-school math enrichment based on elite Soviet math school methodology, adapted for American education. Classes meet 1.5 to 4 hours/week. Average ...
Not-for-profit volunteer organization offering session-based drawing classes teaching basics of line, value contrasts, and perspective.
Swim school with parent/tot lessons, open swim, and lap swim. Also serves as swim facility for Batavia Park District fall/winter/spring.
North Central College in downtown Naperville opens its campus each summer for youth sports camps including soccer. Camps are led by college coaching s...
Exclusive provider for tennis and pickleball programming for the City of Aurora. Offers a wide range of youth and adult programs at various recreation...
Nature education and programs through the city's parks system.
Baseball/Softball/T-ball, Basketball, Flag Football, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Volleyball. Register at AuroraPROS.org/Recreation.
Art education programs including Summer Art Classes and STEM-Powered History Camp.
Music classes and camps for all skill levels.
Weekly enrichment classes covering robotics, coding, and game design for ages 4-14. Kids as young as 4 learn coding basics with visual programming. Su...
Swim lessons inside LA Fitness. No LA Fitness membership required. Focus on water safety and survival skills.
STEM curriculum featuring hands-on experiments and projects for summer camps and after-school programs.
Summer day programs and Saturday programming. Robotics camp with Sphero BOLT robots, coding missions and challenges.
Step back in time to experience 1890s DuPage County farm life. Restored farmstead with historically-costumed interpreters. Hands-on farm activities fo...
Hands-on STEM camps designed to spark curiosity and build essential skills in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Indian dance classes in Naperville area including multiple dance forms for children and adults.
Related events happening in the Naperville area
Most Naperville summer camps open registration between January and March. Popular camps fill up fast, so register early. Check individual listings for registration dates and early-bird discounts.
Naperville offers sports camps, STEM/coding camps, art camps, theater camps, outdoor adventure camps, dance camps, music camps, swim camps, and multi-activity day camps. Most run weekly sessions June through August.
Half-day camps typically cost $150-$300/week, while full-day specialty camps range from $250-$500/week. Many offer sibling discounts, early-bird pricing, and multi-week packages.
Yes! Several programs offer mini-camps or summer sessions for ages 2-5, typically half-day programs focused on play, socialization, arts, and movement. Some require a parent to stay on-site.
Full-day summer camps in Naperville include multi-sport camps, adventure camps, creative arts programs, and academic enrichment. Many offer extended care (before 9 AM and after 3 PM) for working parents.
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