little explorers camp

AT THE museum

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend school holidays and breaks exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained educational staff, and an opportunity to make new friends.

kid at SDCDM blowing bubbles with bubble maker

little explorers camp

AT THE museum

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend school holidays and breaks exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained educational staff, and an opportunity to make new friends.

kid at SDCDM blowing bubbles with bubble maker

little explorers camp

AT THE museum

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend school holidays and breaks exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained educational staff, and an opportunity to make new friends.

kid at SDCDM blowing bubbles with bubble maker
Fall Camps little boy holding a stuffed elephant

OUR NEXT CAMP

little

explorers

FALL CAMP 2024

OUR NEXT CAMP

little

explorers

FALL CAMP 2024

Upcoming Camps at the Museum

San Diego Children's Discovery Museum little girl hula hooping

Spring Camp
2024

little boy playing in sand box with magnifying glass and paint brush

SUMMER Camp
2024

2 little girls sitting on bench reading a book together

Kindergarten Readiness Camp
August 5 – 9, 2024

winter camp at SDCDM two little boys sitting at table

WINTER Camp
December 30 – January 3, 2024

frequently asked

questions

Who will attend camp?

Children ages 4*– 7 years old are welcome to enroll. Camp is designed for children who have attended a formal school environment. All camps operate with mixed ages.

*All campers must be able to use bathroom facilities independently and unassisted. Museum Staff will not be able to assist campers in the restroom. If an accident occurs, a parent or guardian will be contacted and must arrive onsite to help their camper.

Enrollment for camp will not exceed 20 children per week.

The Museum will be open to the public Tuesday-Friday from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.. Only campers and designated staff will be allowed in the Indoor Classroom to observe camp activities.

Health & Safety

Yes, the Museum will be open to the public during camp hours. Campers and staff will be the only ones in the Indoor Classroom together; however, campers will be in close proximity with the public during our indoor and outdoor free play.

In accordance with state and federal guidelines for schools, early learning centers, and camp programs, the Museum asks that you keep campers home who show COVID-19 symptoms. COVID-19 symptoms can include any of the following:

  • Fever or chills
  • Cough
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
  • Fatigue
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headache
  • New loss of taste or smell
  • Sore throat
  • Congestion or runny nose
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Diarrhea

Campers showing any of the symptom(s) listed above will be asked to remain or return home. Camper must be symptom free (without the use of medication) for 24 hours and proof of a negative at home antigen (rapid) test.

Pricing and Cancellation policy

If fewer than 10 campers enroll in a camp session, the camp session will be canceled. In this instance, families will be issued a refund or can choose to apply their payment to another camp session pending open availability.

Any cancellations made up to 14 days in advance of camp will be entitled to a full refund. Any cancellations made 10 – 13 days in advance of camp will be entitled to a 50% refund. Cancellations made after these time periods are not eligible for a refund.
Please note: All cancellations regardless of timing will result in a $25 processing fee for each camp and registrant.

If you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, please contact Education@sdcdm.org about your COVID-19 refund and credit options

Drop-off & Pick-up

Morning drop-off will take place in our lobby right outside the doors to our Indoor Classroom. Afternoon pick-up will happen inside the Museum at the Indoor Classroom.

San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum Staff will open the doors for morning drop-off starting at 9:00 a.m. For safety purposes, please park your car and walk your camper to the designated check-in location. Your camper will be checked in and invited to begin arrival activities.

Pick-up will begin at 1:45 p.m. in the Indoor Classroom. Camp staff will verify parent/guardian photo ID at pick up. All authorized pick-up persons must be listed on the sign-out sheet.

Pick-up later than 10 minutes after the camp’s end time will incur a $25 fee. For every 10 minutes after that time, an additional $25 fee will be added. If you are late more than twice, your child may not be allowed back to camp and there will be no refund. If you are going to be late picking up or dropping off a child, please notify the Museum in advance so we can make arrangements as needed.
Yes, families are welcome to stay for museum exploration after camp hours. Campers are invited to play for free, but adults and siblings must pay for normal admission or use a membership.

Snack time

Yes, campers are allowed to bring snacks and/or lunch and a bottle of water each day. The Museum will NOT provide food. We have a water bottle refill station and water fountain near our outdoor sinks that campers are welcome to use with staff assistance.
The Museum is a peanut-free facility. Peanuts and peanut butter-based snacks are prohibited in order to protect those with severe allergies. Campers are not permitted to bring or consume peanut-based snacks while at the Museum.