Amazing Winter Camps for Kids in New York (2026)

In the heart of the Empire State, where the streets glisten with a fresh coat of snow and the city that never sleeps takes on a magical winter glow, parents in New York are on the lookout for exceptional opportunities to make the most of the frosty season. The year (2026) ushers in a spectacular array of Amazing Winter Camps in New York that are poised to transform the chilly months into a season of wonder and excitement for kids of all ages. From outdoor adventures in picturesque landscapes to indoor creative workshops, these camps offer a unique fusion of education and enjoyment, ensuring that your child’s winter break is not only unforgettable but also filled with enriching experiences. Join us as we explore the cream of the crop in winter camps, guaranteed to make your children eager to embrace the wonders of this snowy season.

1. Taste Buds Kitchen Cooking Camps

Calling all chefs ages four to teen! Taste Buds Kitchen offers cooking camps in New York City. Camps run all summer as well as every school-holiday from Veteran’s Day to Christmas week, MLK, winter/spring break, and more. Cooking camps for ages 4-17 are the perfect recipe for gaining kitchen confidence, learning essential cooking skills and making new friends.

2. Creatively Wild Art Camp for Kids

Our popular kids art camps burst with joy and give kiddos the opportunity to discover, create and play in a wide range of exciting art media. We work on two different projects a day (with time for free drawing) and delve into drawing, painting, mixed media, 3D works, recycled material art, and collage. Kids leave our space with giant smiles and new friends every day!

Camp projects are based on a variety of inspiring subjects and seasonal themes like the Earth and other planets, space (think aliens, robots, spaceships, stars!), architecture, our beloved Brooklyn Bridge, the natural world, fantasy worlds, travel, modern masters, portraits, pop stars, and just oh so much more.

3. Creatively Wild Art Camp for Kids- Half Day AM

Our Half Day morning Camp is perfect for busy bees!

Our awesome “Camp Theme of The Day” (a different one every day) provides exploration into a huge variety of cool subjects like: Planet Earth, Fauna, Flowers, Science, Space- think cool Aliens, Robots + Spaceships! Wild Animal Kingdoms + Underwater Seascapes with exotic sea creatures! Pop Stars + self portraits, plus design your own Cartoon Characters + more! Campers explore our theme through a huge variety of media: Painting in many styles: Traditional, Master Artist inspiration, Portait Painting, Pop, Graffiti + Street Art, Drawing + Cartooning styles like Manga + Anime plus Mixed Media, 3D Works + Found Object Art!

4. SKATEYOGI – Camps

SKATEYOGI offers skateboarding classes for all ages in a fun, creative environment. What started in 2013 as a skateboarding class at a yoga studio for adult beginners has expanded to kids and now everyone can join the fun! Through skateboarding, SKATEYOGI aims to create a space where our differences are celebrated with peace and respect. SKATEYOGI has taught students as young as 1 to grown-ups (grandparents included).

5. Young Adults Snowcamp

The caring community is what sets Snowcamp apart from other youth camps. Our qualified counselors from Word of Life Bible Institute are committed to helping campers step away from life’s hardships and encounter the hope of Jesus Christ. Students who come to camp with hurts, heartache, and unhealthy habits walk away with biblical truths to help them navigate their daily lives.

6. Playday Art5+

Our activities provide a fun and creative environment where children can explore their artistic talents and express themselves through various mediums such as painting, drawing, designing, and sculpting. Our experienced instructors guide students through different projects and techniques, while encouraging self-expression and experimentation. Activities are held hourly on weekdays after school as we all during NO SCHOOL DAYS. Sign up today and let your child’s imagination run wild at PLAYDAY!

7. Fall Mini Camp 

We offer a half-day and full-day camps program for 3-5-year-olds in a warm, nurturing environment. Campers will have live animal science lessons and up-close encounters with our animals daily in their classroom and in our indoor petting zoo. Activities include creating art masterpieces, cooking in the kitchen, playing instruments, and singing in music class. Every day, our campers will get fresh air outside at the Asphalt Green Playground which is just half a block away from our facility. All half-day and full-day campers should bring a nut-free lunch. Your child will eat lunch before pick up if they are enrolled in half day. All children will be split up into age-appropriate groups. If your child is not fully potty-trained, please send him or her in pull-ups. Children must be a minimum of 3 years old to join the camp. Completed medical forms are required for all campers.