Searching for the best Spring Break camps in Kansas City for kids? Whether you’re looking for a few fun activities, a one-day camp or full-week childcare during Spring Break 2026, the KC metro offers plenty of options for families. From animal encounters and creative art camps to sports programs and hands-on STEM activities, these Kansas City Spring Break camps keep kids active, learning and having fun while school is out. KC Parent Pro Tip: many camps fill quickly, so early registration is recommended.
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Babysitter Training
Dates: 2 Courses Available starting 3/20/26
Location: Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS
Youth in grades six through nine learn safety and care skills to become confident sitters; Red Cross certificate included.
JCCC.edu/WDCEYouth
Createarium Spring Into Color Camp
Dates: March 31–April 3
Location: Createarium Studio, Kansas City Metro
Jump into a week of color, creativity and pure kid-magic with painting, creating and making new friends, ending with a mini art show so families can see all the colorful masterpieces.
Createarium.com
Club SciKidz
Dates: Thru March 20
Location: Church of the Resurrection, Leawood, KS
A week of STEM mini camps featuring science, technology, engineering and creative activities for grades one through three.
KansasCity.ClubSciKidz.com
Drama Camp
Dates: March 16-20
Location: Theatre of the Imagination, Kansas City Metro
Students play drama games, make movies and perform short plays, with an optional dance track.
DramaKC.com
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium Spring Break Camp
Dates: March 16–19, March 23–26, March 30–April 2
Location: 6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City, MO
Kids can explore animal habitats, participate in games and enjoy hands-on learning experiences led by zoo educators.
KansasCityZoo.org/Camp
Kansas City Zoo “School’s Out” Camp
Dates: March 20, March 27 and April 3
Location: 6800 Zoo Dr., Kansas City, MO
Need flexible childcare? These single-day camps offer fun educational activities during school breaks.
KansasCityZoo.org/Camp
Lenexa Rec Spring Break Camp – Kids Day Out
Dates: March 16–20, 7:30AM–5:30PM
Location: Lenexa Rec Center, 17201 W. 87th St Pkwy., Lenexa, KS
Our summer camp crew brings sunshine to Spring Break with swimming in the indoor pool, group games and plenty of fun while kids make new friends. Participants must currently be in kindergarten or higher.
Lenexa.com
Madam President Camp
Dates: March 16-20
Location: Johnson County Community College, Overland Park, KS
A weeklong leadership day camp for girls in grades six through eight focused on building civic skills, confidence and teamwork through engaging activities and discussion.
JCCC.edu/WDCEYouth
Puppets of Us!
Dates: Wednesday, March 18 @ 10:30
Location: The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, Kansas City, MO
Create puppet versions of your family in a guided workshop with What If Puppets!
ToyAndMiniatureMuseum.org
Science City at Union Station STEM Camps
Dates: March Break Week
Location: 30 W. Pershing Rd., Kansas City, MO
Hands-on science activities, engineering projects and interactive learning inside Union Station.
UnionStation.org
Spring Break Cookie Decorating
Dates: Monday, March 16 10:00
Location: Olathe Public Library (Downtown), Olathe, KS
Drop in to decorate cookies with frosting and sprinkles in this sweet spring break activity for kids.
OlatheLibrary.org
The Little Gym – Leawood Spring Break Camp
Dates: March 17–19, 9:00AM–12:00PM
Location: The Little Gym – Leawood, 4800 W. 135th St., Leawood, KS
Three hours of high-energy fun each day with games, movement activities and confidence-building skill play designed for ages 3–9 (potty independent).
TheLittleGym.com/LeawoodKS
Urban Air Adventure Park Spring Break Camp Days
Dates: Extended hours at both parks from March 13th through March 23rd
Location: Overland Park & Lenexa
Indoor adventure park fun with trampolines, climbing walls and games.
UrbanAir.com
Wonder & Whoa Creative Spring Break Camp
Dates: March 16-18
Location: Wonder and Whoa, Kansas City Metro
Three-day creative and culture infused retreat for kids ages 5–12 with crafts, music and cultural exploration.
WonderAndWhoa.com
Wonderscope Wonder Camp
Dates: March 16–20 and March 23–27, 8:45AM–4:15PM
Location: Wonderscope Children’s Museum, 433 E. Red Bridge Rd., Kansas City, MO
Kids explore STEAM challenges, creative art projects and imaginative museum play during this full-day Spring Break camp designed for curious young learners.
Wonderscope.org
YMCA Spring Break Day Camps
Dates: Multiple March weeks
Location: Various YMCA Locations
Classic day camp fun including games, crafts, swimming and outdoor play.
KansasCityYMCA.org
Kansas City Parks and Recreation – Spring Break Camp
Dates: Beginning as early as March 16 (varies by location)
Location: KC Parks Community Centers, Kansas City, MO
Ages 6–13 enjoy sports, games, crafts and a field trip. Camp runs 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. (bring a lunch; snack provided).
KCParks.org
360 Gymnastics Spring Break Fun
Dates: March 16–22
Location: 360 Gymnastics
Each day features different activities like Cheer Clinic, Tumbling Clinic and Play Plu Open Gym offered March 16–20 from 12–2 pm each day for $10. 360Gymnastics.com
BONUS SPRING BREAK FUN:
Chicken N Pickle – Spring Break Specials
Dates: March 16–18 (Overland Park); March 30–April 1 (North Kansas City)
Location: Chicken N Pickle, Overland Park & North Kansas City
Enjoy $2 kids meals (includes a drink!) from 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Monday–Wednesday, during Spring Break. Each day features bonus fun for kids — face painting on Monday, a balloon artist on Tuesday and a children’s musician on Wednesday — plus yard games like Giant Jenga, shuffleboard and cornhole for the whole family.
ChickenNPickle.com
Don’t forget to check out the KC Parent’s Ultimate Spring Break Fun Guide for more inspiration!