Find Your Fun. Find Your Y.
YMCA day camps offer convenient locations, a variety of programs, and extended hours—making YMCA summer camp ideal for working parents. From traditional camp experiences like arts & crafts and sports to specialized activities, our camps offer something for every kid to discover within themselves. With options for children of every age, this summer is shaping up to be even more rewarding and fun than ever. All day camps operate from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm.
Registration for Day Camp opens February 16 for members and February 19 for non-members.
YMCA members receive lower rates on summer camp. Not a member? Click here to join today.
Our YMCA Day Camp Programs are:
- Young Explorers Designed for current UPK students and campers entering UPK in Fall 2026 (Turning 4 by 12/1/2026) $290/$348 per week
- Day Camp Traditional Day Camp experience with a full day of activities for campers currently in Grades K-5. $290/$348 per week
- STEM Camp A hands-on adventure where campers become creators, scientists, and adventurers. For campers currently in Grades 1-6. $290/$348 per week
- Teen Camp Designed for teens that still want to enjoy just Day Camp activities. For campers currently in grades 6-9. $290/$348 per week
- Leaders-In-Training An energizing experience where teens build confidence, practice real leadership, and discover their own voice. For campers currently in grades 6 & 7. $290/$348 per week
- Counselors-In-Training A hands-on experience where teens learn leadership and camp-counseling skills—like teamwork, communication, and responsibility—while gaining confidence and still enjoying all the best parts of camp. For campers currently in grades 8 & up. $175/$210 per week
Outdoor Adventure Camps
Camp Eggert
S3636 Eggert Road, Orchard Park
- Day Camp
- Sports Camp
- Teen Camp
- Leaders-In-Training
- Counselors-In-Training
- Outdoor-based Camp Program
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Climbing Tower & Zip Line**
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
Camp Kenan Day Camp
8571 Lower Lake Road, Barker
- Day Camp
- Outdoor-based Camp Program
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Archery
- Climbing Tower & Zip Line**
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
- Free bussing provided to and from Camp from Lockport Family YMCA
- Free extended Care from 7:00 - 8:00 am and from 5:00 - 6:00 pm provided at Lockport Family YMCA
Camp Tahigwa
2432 Richley Road, Corfu
- Day Camp
- Teen Camp
- Leaders-In-Training
- Counselors-In-Training
- Outdoor-based Camp Program
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Archery
- Canoeing/Kayaking
- Climbing Tower & Zip Line**
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
- Free bussing provided to and from Camp from Independent Health YMCA or Como Park School (Lancaster)
- Free extended Care from 7:00 - 8:00 am and from 5:00 - 6:00 pm provided at Independent Health Family YMCA & Como Park School (Lancaster)
Day Camp Locations
Como Park Elementary School
1985 Como Park Blvd, Lancaster
- Day Camp
- Indoor Based Camp Program
- Afternoon Special Interest Clubs*
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 21
Hamilton Elementary
44 Westfall Drive, Tonawanda
- Young Explorers
- Indoor-based Camp Program
- Breakfast and Lunch Provided
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 21
Independent Health YMCA
150 Tech Drive, Amherst
- Young Explorers
- Day Camp
- Sports Camp
- Afternoon Special Interest Clubs*
- Indoor and Outdoor Camp Activities
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
Ken-Ton YMCA
535 Belmont Avenue, Kenmore
- Day Camp
- Leaders-In-Training
- Indoor and Outdoor Camp Activities
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- New Sensory Friendly Spaces
- Breakfast and Lunch Provided
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
Lewiston-Porter
4061 Creek Road, Youngstown
- Young Explorers
- Day Camp
- Indoor-Based Camp Program
- Afternoon Special Interest Clubs*
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 14
Lockport YMCA
5833 Snyder Drive, Lockport
- Young Explorers
- Day Camp
- Sports Camp
- Indoor and Outdoor Camp Activities
- Breakfast and Lunch Provided
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Indoor Rock Wall
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
Southtowns YMCA
1620 Southwestern Boulevard, West Seneca
- Young Explorers (Indoor-based Camp Program)
- STEM Camp (Outdoor-based camp program)
- Leaders-In-Training
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - August 28
William-Emslie YMCA
585 William Street, Buffalo
- Young Explorers
- Day Camp
- Teen Camp
- Indoor and Outdoor Camp Activities
- Breakfast and Lunch Provided
- Indoor Swimming Pool
- Runs Weekly from June 29 - September 4
* Afternoon Special Interest Clubs are focused activity groups where campers choose a topic they’re especially excited about—like art, robotics, drama, sports, building, etc—and dive deeper into it with guidance from enthusiastic staff. Club selection will vary by week and location.
**Campers must meet height and weight requirements to in order to fully utilize Rock Wall and Zipline.