• 2024 Community Summer Camps & Activities

    Boys & Girls Club of La Porte County 2024 Summer Camp
    FREE summer camp at the Charles R. Westcott Club in Michigan City.
    Camp runs from 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday (June 13 - July 24)
    This program is open to children who are in kindergarten through 8th grade during the 2023/2024 school year. Due to high demand, we ask that all registered members attend an average of at least three days per week.
    Pre-register online at https://www.bgclpc.org/registration/.
    Monday, April 29 - Pre-registration opens at 8:00 AM for all 2023/2024 school year Club members and 2023 Summer Club members
    Wednesday, May 1 - Pre-registration opens at 8:00 AM for all other families
     
    Dunes Summer Theatre Youth Program
    Led by dunesARTS Education Coordinator Michael Fallon and professional actors, students will develop their performative, creative, and collaborative skills as they work on solos, dramatic scenes, and group ensembles, toward a finale showcase production. Whether it's acting, singing, dancing, or all 3, students will be able to participate at a level tailored to their strengths and interests. Details:
    • Open to ages 8-18
    • Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 1-3pm (July 9-25)
    • Concludes with a showcase production on Saturday, July 27 at 11am
    • 1 enrollee - $225, 2 or more enrollees - $200 ea
    • Scholarships are available for MCAS students to attend at reduced or no cost!
    • For more info and an application visit: https://www.dunesarts.org/education

    The Leadership LaPorte County Summer Camp for Middle School Students
    Students entering grades 6th, 7th, or 8th for the fall 2024/25 school year
    July 22-25
    9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
    Creekridge County Park (7943 W 400 N)
    Click here to learn more and register.

    Lubeznik Center for the Arts
    A wide variety of summer classes and programs for ages 7 and up!
    Michigan City "City Kids" Day Camp
    For boys and girls 6-11 years old
    Location: Lake Hills Elementary School, 201 Ferguson Road
    Dates: Monday through Friday, June 3rd through July 26th
    (no camp on Wednesday, June 19 or Thursday, July 4)
    Times: 8 am to 3 pm
    Cost: $60 per student per week, or $30 per week for summer school students (1/2 day of camp)
    Register at the Park Office in City Hall, 100 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City, IN 46360. For more information, call (219) 873-1506.
     
    Michigan City Parks & Rec Youth Sports Programs
    • Youth Baseball
    • Girls Softball
    • Junior Golf Program
    • Michigan City Wolves Soccer Club
    • Soccer in the Sand
    • Youth Basketball Clinics
    • Summer Workouts in the Parks
     

    Michigan City Police Department Youth Leadership Academy
    Open to students entering grades 6, 7, and 8
    Dates: June 17-21 (Monday-Friday)
    Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
    Location: Michigan City Police Dept. (1201 E. Michigan Blvd.)
    About: This program will teach leadership and team-building with the purpose of identifying future leaders of our community. The academy will introduce participants to careers in public service, develop leadership skills, and promote physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle. Participants will be encouraged to embrace diversity and will take part in community service to emphasize the benefits of good citizenship. The academy will provide a fun and safe environment for participants to engage with local community role models.
    2024 MCPD Youth Leadership Academy Application & Information

    (Applications are also available at Barker, Krueger, MCHS, and the MC Police Dept.)

    Michigan City Special Events
    For information about the 2024 Kiddie Parade, Singing Sands Sand Sculpting Festival, Fireworks, Aqua Grand Prix, and more, visit https://www.emichigancity.com/175/Special-Events
     
    Purdue University Northwest (PNW) Youth Summer Programs
    PNW is offering a wide range of summer programs for middle and high school students interested in nursing, robotics, and STEM fields. 
    Programs include: Tech & Business, Engineering & Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Health Sciences
    Options are available at the Westville and Hammond locations.
    For more information visit www.PNW.edu/camps

    Purdue University Northwest Young Leaders Academy Summer Innovation Experience
    A free program on the Westville PNW campus for students entering grades 9 and 10
    June 19-22 or July 17-20
     
    Safe Harbor Elementary Camp 
    Location: Joy Elementary School, 1600 E. Coolspring Ave.
    Open to students who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade.
    June 3 - July 12
    Camp fee: $150 per student
    To register, contact the Safe Harbor Office at 219-873-2026
    Salvation Army of Michigan City Camps
    Location: Hidden Falls Camp in Bedford, Indiana
    Cost: FREE!
    Teen Camp - Kids Camp - STEM Camp - Sports Camp
    Open to children residing in Michigan City ages 6-17
    To register, contact Stacey or Major Dale Simmons at The Salvation Army of Michigan City
    Download a flyer here about Salvation Army Camps
     
    YMCA Summer Camp "Boundless Adventures"
    Location: Michigan City Elston YMCA  
    Dates: Weekly; camps start on Thursday, May 23
    To register, call the Elston Branch at (219)-221-4055
     
    MORE CAMP & ACTIVITY INFORMATION COMING SOON! PLEASE CHECK BACK!
    **If your nonprofit organization runs a summer camp or activity that is not listed above, please email details to m.daurer@mcas.k12.in.us**