2026 Day Camp Themes
At Day Camp, kids make new friends, practice teamwork, and enjoy unplugged experiences in the natural world. Each week of camp has a unique theme with corresponding games, activities, and crafts.
Additionally, every Wednesday is Dress Up Day—your kiddos can dress up according to the weekly theme. Plus, every Friday is Water Day—kids can enjoy extra water-themed outdoor play, weather permitting.
Click to explore our Southeast and Northwest Y themes:
Week 1 Themes (May 26-29)
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Southeast Y: Nature Exploration
Get ready to discover the great outdoors! Campers will explore the wonders of nature through hands-on adventures, outdoor games, and creative crafts. We’ll learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems as we investigate the world around us. From nature hikes to bug hunts and leaf art, every day is a new adventure waiting to be uncovered. Come ready to explore, observe, and connect with the wild side of camp!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as bug or something you might
find in nature!
Northwest Y: Animal Safari
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Take a walk on the wild side as we adventure through the different animal kingdoms and learn about the species living in each fauna.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite animal!
Week 2 Themes (June 1-5)
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Southeast Y: Once Upon a Time
Step into a world where every page comes alive! Campers will bring stories to life through creative games, dramatic play, art projects, and hands-on challenges inspired by their favorite tales. They’ll become authors and illustrators, design their own characters, and even create stories of their own.
On Dress-Up Day, dress up as favorite book character or author!
Northwest Y: Treasure Island
Ahoy, campers! Get ready to set sail on a week full of adventure, mystery, and buried treasure! Campers will join their pirate crew to explore uncharted “islands,” solve clues, and complete challenges to uncover hidden treasures. From map-making and ship-building crafts to sea-themed games and treasure hunts, every day brings a new quest. Grab your compass and your courage—it’s time for an unforgettable journey on Treasure Island!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a pirate, mermaid, or sea creature.
Week 3 Themes (June 8-12)
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Southeast Y: Superheroes Unite!
Superheroes, report for duty! Grab your cape and soar into a world of imagination as we explore those that we admire, fictional or real, and find our inner superhero.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite superhero or
real-life hero!
Northwest Y: When You Wish Upon a Star
Wish upon a star and join us as we soar into the magic of Disney! Celebrate all of your favorite characters, songs, and kingdoms from the magical world of Walt Disney.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite Disney character!
Week 4 Themes (June 15-19)
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Southeast Y: Animal Safari
Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Take a walk on the wild side as we adventure through the different animal kingdoms and learn about the species living in each fauna.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite animal!
Northwest Y: In a Theater Near You
Ticket, please! This week is all about movies. We’ll explore campers’ favorite characters, scenes, special effects, costumes, and more from a variety of age-appropriate movies.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a character from your favorite movie!
Week 5 Themes (June 22-26)
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Southeast Y: When You Wish Upon a Star
Wish upon a star and join us as we soar into the magic of Disney! Celebrate all of your favorite characters, songs, and kingdoms from the magical world of Walt Disney.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite Disney character!
Northwest Y: Messy Mayhem
Are you ready to get extra messy? You might need a change of clothes for this one! Whether you’re making slime, splatter painting, or dominating the gooey and gunky obstacle course, you’ll have a mess-tacular blast!
On Dress-Up Day, wear mix & match combinations!
Week 6 Themes (June 29-July 33)
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Southeast Y: Party in the USA
Get ready to celebrate summer, red, white, and blue style! Campers will dive into all things USA with patriotic crafts, star-spangled games, and all-American fun. We’ll play outdoor classics, and show off our spirit with music, dancing, and plenty of red, white, and blue! It’s a week full of laughter, friendship, and celebration.
On Dress-Up Day, wear red, white, or blue—or a combination of the three!
Northwest Y: Party in the USA
Get ready to celebrate summer, red, white, and blue style! Campers will dive into all things USA with patriotic crafts, star-spangled games, and all-American fun. We’ll play outdoor classics, and show off our spirit with music, dancing, and plenty of red, white, and blue! It’s a week full of laughter, friendship, and celebration.
On Dress-Up Day, wear red, white, or blue—or a combination of the three!
Week 7 Themes (July 6-10)
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Southeast Y: Shark Week
Get ready to dive into an unforgettable week of camp during Shark Week! Campers will explore the exciting world beneath the waves as they learn all about sharks— from the tiniest to the mightiest predators of the sea. Through ocean-themed games, crafts, and water fun, campers will have a jaw-some time with friends!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a shark!
Northwest Y: Shark Week
Get ready to dive into an unforgettable week of camp during Shark Week! Campers will explore the exciting world beneath the waves as they learn all about sharks— from the tiniest to the mightiest predators of the sea. Through ocean-themed games, crafts, and water fun, campers will have a jaw-some time with friends!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a shark!
Week 8 Themes (July 13-17)
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Southeast Y: Messy Mayhem
Are you ready to get extra messy? You might need a change of clothes for this one! Whether you’re making slime, splatter painting, or dominating the gooey and gunky obstacle course, you’ll have a mess-tacular blast!
On Dress-Up Day, wear mix & match combinations!
Northwest Y: Once Upon a Time
Step into a world where every page comes alive! Campers will bring stories to life through creative games, dramatic play, art projects, and hands-on challenges inspired by their favorite tales. They’ll become authors and illustrators, design their own characters, and even create stories of their own.
On Dress-Up Day, dress up as favorite book character or author!
Week 9 Themes (July 20-24)
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Southeast Y: In a Theater Near You
Ticket, please! This week is all about movies. We’ll explore campers’ favorite characters, scenes, special effects, costumes, and more from a variety of age-appropriate movies.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a character from your favorite movie!
Northwest Y: Superheros Unite!
Superheroes, report for duty! Grab your cape and soar into a world of imagination as we explore those that we admire, fictional or real, and find our inner superhero.
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite superhero or real-life hero!
Week 10 Themes (July 27-31)
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Southeast Y: Treasure Island
Ahoy, campers! Get ready to set sail on a week full of adventure, mystery, and buried treasure! Campers will join their pirate crew to explore uncharted “islands,” solve clues, and complete challenges to uncover hidden treasures. From map-making and ship-building crafts to sea-themed games and treasure hunts, every day brings a new quest. Grab your compass and your courage—it’s time for an unforgettable journey on Treasure Island!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as a pirate, mermaid, or sea creature.
Northwest Y: Nature Exploration
Get ready to discover the great outdoors! Campers will explore the wonders of nature through hands-on adventures, outdoor games, and creative crafts. We’ll learn about plants, animals, and ecosystems as we investigate the world around us. From nature hikes to bug hunts and leaf art, every day is a new adventure waiting to be uncovered. Come ready to explore, observe, and connect with the wild side of camp!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as bug or something you might find in nature!
Week 11 Themes (August 3-4)
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Southeast Y: Backyard Bonanza
Get ready for classic summer fun—right in our own backyard! Campers will enjoy some of our favorite camp games, creative crafts, and friendly competitions inspired by the best parts of our summer together. From water relays and nature scavenger hunts to classic field games and backyard challenges, every day is packed with laughter and adventure. It’s a week of simple joys, big fun, and memories made under the sun!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite counselor!
Northwest Y: Backyard Bonanza
Get ready for classic summer fun—right in our own backyard! Campers will enjoy some of our favorite camp games, creative crafts, and friendly competitions inspired by the best parts of our summer together. From water relays and nature scavenger hunts to classic field games and backyard challenges, every day is packed with laughter and adventure. It’s a week of simple joys, big fun, and memories made under the sun!
On Dress-Up Day, dress as your favorite counselor!
