Day Camps for Ages 14-18 in New York, NY
If your teen is ready for a day experience this season, New York has 17 listings worth a closer look. Every program on this page enrolls campers in the 14-18 year-old range. Most run during summer, though several offer flexible enrollment windows. Popular focus areas in this band include Sports, Stem, and Water. These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup before dinner. Tap into each listing for cost, schedule, and how to register.
Children's camp
Ramapo Anchorage Camp
New York, NY
Ramapo for Children believes that all young people want the same things: to learn, to feel valued for who they are, and to experience success.
5.0 stars · 1 reviews
Youth center
Best Buy Teen Tech Center
New York, NY
Providing high-quality programs and services to expand opportunities for New Yorkers, strengthen families, and advocate for our community since 1916.
5.0 stars · 1 reviews
Nonprofit
Writopia Lab
New York, NY
Writopia Lab offers creative writing instruction for young writers in New York through small group classes and workshops. Students develop storytelling skills while building confidence in a supportive community environment.
4.8 stars · 24 reviews
Children's camp
Camp SAY
New York, NY
Camp SAY is a two-week, sleep-away summer camp for young people who stutter, ages 8-18. Camp SAY is hosted at Camp Tel Yehudah, an idyllic camp with 75 years of history, located on 150 beautiful wooded acres on the banks of the Delaware River in Barryville, New York. Camp SAY is a program of SAY: The Stuttering Association for the Young, a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides support, advocacy, and life-changing programming for kids & teens who stutter.
4.8 stars · 5 reviews
Nonprofit
Fresh Air Fund
New York, NY
The Fresh Air Fund is a non-profit that provides summer camp adventures for underserved communities in New York City. Learn more, donate or volunteer!
4.5 stars · 139 reviews
Summer camp organizer
Steve & Kate's Camp - Upper East Side
New York, NY
Steve & Kate's Camp is a summer day camp for kids on the Upper East Side in Manhattan, NY. Kids choose minute to minute from our Media Lab, Sewing Salon, Bakery, Sports, Water Games, and more. Buy any number of Day Passes and use them any time.
4.5 stars · 17 reviews
Nonprofit
Ramapo for Children
New York, NY
Ramapo for Children believes that all young people want the same things: to learn, to feel valued for who they are, and to experience success.
4.3 stars · 20 reviews
Children's camp
Oasis Day Camp in Central Park
New York, NY
Oasis Day Camp offers outdoor play, games, and activities right in Central Park throughout the summer. Kids spend their days exploring nature, making friends, and staying active in one of New York's most iconic spaces.
4.1 stars · 38 reviews
Corporate office
Oasis Day Camp
New York, NY
Oasis Day Camp offers day camps programming in New York, NY. Families can compare activities, schedule, and fit for their child's summer.
4.0 stars · 1 reviews
children-s-camp
Lavner Summer Camps
New York, NY
Lavner's Manhattan day camp offers kids creative arts, sports, and STEM activities in the heart of New York City. Full-day and half-day options keep your schedule flexible while they learn and play.
2.8 stars · 14 reviews
Children's camp
Camp Pennbrook Inc
New York, NY
The premiere & exclusive girl's summer weight loss camp for kids and teenagers! Learn more & register now online before the summer! Or call us 800-442-7366.
2.0 stars · 4 reviews
Youth Activities
Play
New York, NY
CityParks Play's instruction keeps more than 7,100 children ages 6 - 17 healthy and active in parks while learning sports they can play for life -- tennis,
Youth Activities
Sports Camp
New York, NY
Kids build skills in multiple sports at this New York day camp with experienced coaches. Half-day and full-day options let families choose what works best.
Nonprofit
HYPOTHEkids
New York, NY
HYPOTHEkids provides STEAM education and internship opportunities to underrepresented K-12 students so that they can thrive in a high-tech economy.
Preschool
Nord Anglia International School, New York
New York, NY
Nord Anglia's New York preschool day camp combines structured learning with play-based exploration for young learners. Your child develops social skills, creativity, and confidence in a supportive environment.
Summer camp organizer
Hewitt Co-Ed Summer Camp
New York, NY
The Hewitt School's summer camp is a co-ed day camp in NYC that offers fun, hands-on learning for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
Youth Activities
Summer Day Camp for NYC Kids
New York, NY
Our summer camps for kids across New York City are for kids ages 3 to entering 8th grade. Activities include sports, fitness games, outdoor adventures, and more.
Frequently asked
- How many day camps accept teens in New York, NY?
- YouthCampsBase tracks 17 day camps in New York that enroll campers ages 14-18. The full list is shown above, ranked by parent rating and review depth.
- Are these day camps or overnight camps?
- These are primarily day camps — drop-off in the morning, pickup in the afternoon.
- When do day camps for teens in New York run?
- Most camps in New York run during summer break, with shorter sessions during spring and winter school breaks. Check each listing for exact dates — many post their session calendar before March.
- How do I shortlist the right camp for my 14-to-18-year-old?
- Start with the top-rated listings on this page, then click through for full descriptions, photos, and contact info. We recommend reaching out 4-8 weeks before your preferred session — the most popular programs in New York fill early.
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