Late August Day Camps in Montclair, New Jersey

Late August is one of the hardest parts of the summer to plan. Many camps end weeks before school starts, leaving families scrambling to cover workdays during a quiet but critical stretch of the calendar.

This page highlights day camps in and around Montclair that run through at least the third week of August, helping families bridge the gap between the end of camp season and the start of school. We focus on clearly stated program dates, daily hours, and age ranges so you can quickly see what coverage is actually available.

Camp Genie independently catalogs these programs using program-provided and publicly available information, and we regularly re-check key details to keep listings current. Camps here link directly to their own registration sites unless otherwise noted, so families can confirm dates and availability before enrolling.

 

Day camps with late August coverage

Programs that run through at least the third week of August, based on published schedules.

Centercourt

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 4-14

Typical hours: 9am-1pm or 9am-4pm (full day only for kids 7+)

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes

Transportation: No

Price range: $295-$495 

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 12/28/2025

Montclair Art Museum

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 9-16

Typical hours: 9am-3pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $900-975

Tags: Late August, Teens

Registration status: Opens Feb 2nd, 2026

Last Updated on: 01/21/2026

Oh Canary!

Town: Montclair, NJ and South Orange, NJ

Ages: 4-10

Typical hours: 9am-3pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes

Transportation: No

Price range: $625

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Open - Some weeks already full!

Last Updated on: 01/05/2026

MLC STEM Center

Town: Bloomfield, NJ

Ages: 3-12

Typical hours: 9am-3pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes

Transportation: No

Price range: $575

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/21/2026

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School of Rock

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 6-17 (depends on the week)

Typical hours: 8:30am-12:30pm or 8:30am-3:30pm

Type:  Day, Music

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $640-$999

Tags: Teens, Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 12/28/2025

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One River

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: TBC

Typical hours: 9:30am-12pm or 12:30pm-3pm or 3:30pm-6pm

Type:  Day, Visual Arts

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $365+

Tags: Late August, Affordable, Teens

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 12/28/2025

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The Gravity Vault

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 7-14

Typical hours: 8/9:30am-4pm (early start 2 days a week for off-site activities)

Type:  Day, Sports

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $650

Tags: Late August, Affordable

Registration status: TBA

Last Updated on: 01/27/2026

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Turtle Back Zoo

Town: West Orange, NJ

Ages: 5-13

Typical hours: 9am-4pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes

Transportation: No

Price range: $500/week (rising K through 6th grade, $550/week for rising 7th and 8th grade)

Tags: Affordable, Late August

Registration status: Opens March 14th, 2026 - Open House on Feb 7th, 2026

Last Updated on: 01/22/2026

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Kidville

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 3-5

Typical hours: 9:30am-12:30pm. 2 days, 3 days or 5 days a week.

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $149 for 2 days, $199 for 3 days and $299 for 5 days/week.

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Opens February, 2026

Last Updated on: 01/22/2026

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Steve & Kate's

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 4-16

Typical hours: 8am-6pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No. Long hours by default.

Transportation: No

Price range: $134/day

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Teens, Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/05/2026

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Montclair Farm Camp

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 6-12

Typical hours: 9am-1pm or 9am-3pm depending on the week.

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $450 for weeks running until 1pm. $700 for weeks running until 3pm.

Tags: Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/21/2026

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Kids Strong

Town: West Orange, NJ

Ages: 4-11

Typical hours: 9am-1pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $300

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/06/2026

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Flippin Out

Town: Nutley and Pompton Plains, NJ

Ages: 3-10

Typical hours: 9am-1pm or 9am-3pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes. Until 5:30pm

Transportation: No

Price range: $240/week for half-day, $300/week for full day, $360/week for extended day

Tags: Affordable, Under 5, Late August

Registration status: Opens Spring 2026

Last Updated on: 01/06/2026

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Gymnastika

Town: Woodland Park, NJ

Ages: 5-13

Typical hours: 9am-1pm or 9am-3pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $240/week for half-day, $290/week for full day

Tags: Affordable, Late August

Registration status: Opens Spring 2026

Last Updated on: 01/22/2026

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Essex Youth Summer Theater Day Camp

Town: Caldwell, NJ

Ages: 6-13

Typical hours: 10:30am-2:30pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $340/week

Tags: Late August

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/21/2026

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Code Ninjas Summer Camps

Town: Livingston, NJ

Ages: 5-15

Typical hours: 9am-12pm or 1pm-4pm or 9am-4pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: Yes, until 5pm

Transportation: No

Price range: $359 for half day and $678 for full day

Tags: Late August, Teens

Registration status: Open

Last Updated on: 01/21/2026

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Montclair Culinary Academy

Town: Montclair, NJ

Ages: 8-14

Typical hours: 9am-1pm

Type:  Day

Extended care: No

Transportation: No

Price range: $825

Tags: Late August

Registration status: TBA

Last Updated on: 01/22/2026

What “Late August” means on Camp Genie

A camp appears on this page only if its published schedule extends through at least the third full week of August. This helps families identify programs that provide meaningful end-of-summer coverage, not just isolated days.

We do not include camps that:

  • End in early or mid-August
  • Offer only one-off or sporadic late-summer sessions without a clear schedule

Because end-of-summer dates can change year to year, families should always confirm final session dates directly on the camp’s registration site.

Why families rely on Camp Genie for late-summer planning

  • Late-August tags are based on published session dates
  • Camps are not promoted or ranked based on payment
  • Listings are reviewed regularly during peak planning months

How families usually think about late August camps

Late August planning looks different for every family. These are the questions parents most often ask when deciding which camps actually fit that end-of-summer window.

If consistency matters most

Check whether the camp runs continuously throughout the summer or only adds a short late-August session. Programs that stay open all season tend to offer more predictable routines and staffing through the final weeks.

If you’re curious about enrichment programs

Some specialty or enrichment-focused camps use late August to pilot programs that continue into the school year. This can be a good opportunity to try a program before committing long-term.

If longer hours are essential

Many camps remain open in late August but reduce daily hours. If your workday doesn’t change at the end of summer, confirm whether extended care is still offered during this period.

 

Still searching for late-summer coverage?

We’re actively verifying late-August schedules and adding programs as details are released. If you know a camp that runs later than others — or you’re missing coverage you expected — let us know.