Camps 'R' Us

Camps 'R' Us is a well-established, family-owned day camp serving children ages 3 and up across multiple Long Island locations, making it a practical option for many NYC families—particularly those in Queens or eastern Brooklyn who are looking for a traditional day camp experience outside the city. Accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), the camp emphasizes helping children grow socially, emotionally, physically, and intellectually through a balance of structured programming, caring staff, and age-appropriate activities. Flexible scheduling, extended care, and multiple enrollment options also make it appealing for working parents.

For younger campers, programs are divided by grade level, from preschool-aged Tiny Tots through elementary school, with daily schedules that rotate through activities every 35 minutes to keep children engaged. Campers enjoy a wide variety of experiences including swimming, STEAM projects, arts and crafts, dance, sports, Gaga, themed events, field trips, splash zones, and educational enrichment programs such as WonderWorks® and EDUCAMP®. The camp's "aspirational arc" philosophy means activities are intentionally designed to evolve alongside children's developmental milestones as they grow from year to year.

Older campers entering grades 5–8 can participate in the Explorers® program, which blends traditional camp with adventure-based travel. Explorers head off-campus three days each week on supervised field trips while also enjoying on-campus sports, swimming, and special events. Families can choose between a three-day travel option or a full-week schedule, with all trip fees included in tuition. For NYC parents seeking a camp that combines classic summer traditions with active outings and opportunities for independence, Camps 'R' Us offers a well-rounded program that's worth considering if a Long Island commute fits your family's summer plans.

June 29 - August 21, 2026

Main Office

‍35 Heisser Court

Farmingdale, NY 11735

9 camp locations across the city, plus another opening in 2027. Find your closest location here.

Full Day Programs 9 AM - 4:30 PM
1 week‍

• $810/full week
• $767/4 days
• $727/3 days
• $687/2 days

‍2 weeks‍

• $1,615/full week
• $1,535/4 days
• $1,453/3 days
• $1,373/2 days

‍3 weeks‍

• $2,422/full week
• $2,301/4 days
• $2,180/3 days
• $2,060/2 days

‍4 weeks‍

• $3,230/full week
• $3,068/4 days
• $2,906/3 days
• $2,745/2 days

‍5 weeks‍

• $3,768/full week
• $3,579/4 days
• $3,390/3 days
• $3,204/2 days

‍6 weeks‍

• $4,073/full week
• $3,869/4 days
• $3,665/3 days
• $3, 462/2 days

‍7 weeks‍

• $4,377/full week
• $4,157/4 days
• $3,940/3 days
• $3,721/2 days

‍8 weeks‍

• $4,675/full week
• $4,442/4 days
• $4,207/3 days
• $3,974/2 days

‍Mini Day Programs 9 AM - 2 PM
1 week‍

• $687/full week
• $653/4 days
• $618/3 days
• $584/2 days

‍2 weeks‍

• $1,373/full week
• $1,305/4 days
• $1,237/3 days
• $1,168/2 days

‍3 weeks‍

• $2,060/full week
• $1,957/4 days
• $1,853/3 days
• $1,752/2 days

4 weeks

• $2,745/full week
• $2,608/4 days
• $2,471/3 days
• $2,334/2 days

‍5 weeks‍

• $3,204/full week
• $3,043/4 days
• $2,882/3 days
• $2,722/2 days

‍6 weeks‍

• $3,462/full week
• $3,290/4 days
• $3,116/3 days
• $2,942/2 days

7 weeks

• $3,721/full week
• $3,536/4 days
• $3,350/3 days
• $3,164/2 days

‍8 weeks‍

• $3,974/full week
• $3,775/4 days
• $3,577/3 days
• $3,378/2 days

‍Half Day Programs 9 AM - 12 PM
1 week‍

• $588/full week
• $560/4 days
• $529/3 days
• $499/2 days

‍2 weeks‍

• $1,170/full week
• $1,110/4 days
• $1,052/3 days
• $993/2 days

‍3 weeks‍

• $1,749/full week
• $1,662/4 days
• $1,575/3 days
• $1,487/2 days

‍4 weeks‍

• $2,337/full week
• $2,222/4 days
• $2,104/3 days
• $1,988/2 days

‍5 weeks‍

• $2,720/full week
• $2,584/4 days
• $2,450/3 days
• $2,312/2 days

‍6 weeks‍

• $2,939/full week
• $2,793/4 days
• $2,646/3 days
• $2,499/2 days

‍7 weeks‍

• $3,164/full week
• $3,005/4 days
• $2,848/3 days
• $2,689/2 days

‍8 weeks‍

• $3,379/full week
• $3,209/4 days
• $3,042/3 days
• $2,872/2 days

‍Explorers® Program Pricing (9AM-5PM)
1 week‍

• $1,035/full week
• $983/4 days
• $941/3 days

‍2 weeks‍

• $2,065/full week
• $1,962/4 days
• $1,877/3 days

‍3 weeks‍

• $3,099/full week
• $2,944/4 days
• $2,816/3 days

‍4 weeks‍

• $4,131/full week
• $3,924/4 days
• $3,755/3 days

‍5 weeks‍

• $4,868/full week
• $4,625/4 days
• $4,425/3 days

‍6 weeks‍

• $5,347/full week
• $5,080/4 days
• $4,860/3 days

‍7 weeks‍

• $5,826/full week
• $5,535/4 days
• $5,296/3 days

‍8 weeks‍

• $6,298/full week
• $5,983/4 days
• $5,725/3 days

Programs can be registered for online here.

(516) 935-2267

Info@CampsRUs.org

‍Chat on their website

What Parents Like‍

• Friendly, caring, and attentive counselors who make children feel welcomed and supported throughout the summer. (1.5, 1)
• A wide variety of engaging activities—including swimming, sports, arts & crafts, STEAM, themed events, and field trips—that keeps campers excited and active. (1, 1.5)
• Many families report their children look forward to returning every summer, with some even asking to attend additional days or weeks. (1, 1.5)
• Well-organized drop-off and pick-up procedures, along with consistent communication through the camp app, emails, and parent updates. (1, 1.5)
• Parents frequently describe the camp as a good value, citing affordable tuition compared to other Long Island day camps without sacrificing programming or staff quality. (1, 1.75)
• Safe, fun environment with professional leadership and staff who are responsive to parent questions and concerns. (1, 1.75)

‍What Parents Think Could Be Improved

‍N/A

‍Our Take

‍Camps 'R' Us has built a loyal following among Long Island families by combining a traditional day camp experience with flexible scheduling, diverse programming, and approachable, caring staff. The strongest themes across parent reviews are enthusiastic returning campers, excellent communication, organized operations, and good overall value.

While experiences can vary somewhat by campus—as is common with multi-location organizations—the overwhelming sentiment is positive. For NYC families willing to commute to Long Island, Camps 'R' Us is a well-rounded option that consistently earns praise for creating a safe, engaging, and fun summer experience.