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.
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.