Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps – Milford Summer Day camps for kids ages 4-13 with fun weekly themes, games, swimming, sports, STEAM activities, crafts, and other traditional summer camp experiences.
Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps 2026
Registration is NOW OPEN for Carl’s Family YMCA Summer Camps and School’s Out Break Camps. REGISTER HERE.
At the Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps, kids make new friends, accomplish goals and learn new skills, and experience belonging in a way that only the Y can provide. Every new experience comes with a chance to learn and grow. At the Y, they strive to give every child and teen opportunities to test their own limits and explore their potential.
Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps – Themes 2026
June 8-11 – Summer Blast Off
Rockets, Dance Party, Tye Dye, Games. A week filled with awesome fun as kids blast off into summer
June 15-19 – Core Values
Kick off the summer by exploring the values that make the YMCA community strong—Caring, Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, and Inclusion. Through team games, cooperative challenges and creative crafts, campers will learn how these values show up in everyday life at camp and beyond. Expect friendship-building activities, group discussions, and fun scenarios that help campers practice being great teammates and leaders.
June 22-26 – Back In Time
Step back in time and embark on an epic journey through history. Each day kids will explore a fascinating era, bringing the past to life with fun and exciting camp activities.
June 29-July 3 – Red, White, & Blue Week
This week is packed with star-spangled fun, honoring american traditions and creating lasting memories. *NO PROGRAMS WILL RUN ON THE 4TH OF JULY
July 6-10 – Animal Kingdom
Take a walk on the wild side. Campers will learn all about different animals, including their habitats, what they eat, where they live and so much more.
July 13-17 – Color Wars
Campers will be divided into color teams and compete in a variety of friendly challenges all week long! From relay races and obstacle courses to trivia contests, water games, and team spirit events, everyone will have a chance to contribute points for their team!
July 20-24 – Wacky Water Week
Ride the wave of wacky water fun in the wettest week of the summer. Arm yourself with water balloons, pack your swimsuit, win a water relay, and prepare to get soaked.
July 27 – July 31 – Everyday’s a Holiday
Who says you have to wait all year for your favorite holiday? During this festive week, every day celebrates a different holiday from throughout the year. Campers might decorate pumpkins, hunt for eggs, or cool off with a summer-style celebration. Crafts, themed games, and treats help bring each holiday to life as campers celebrate the fun traditions that make each season special.
August 3 – 7 – Treasure Hunters
Adventure awaits as campers become explorers on the hunt for hidden treasures! Using clues, maps, riddles, and teamwork, campers will solve puzzles and search across camp grounds for secret discoveries.
August 10 – 14 – Spirit Week
Get ready to show your camp pride and unleash your creativity. Each day will be packed with themed fun, where campers can dress up, participate in exciting challenges, and make memories that last a lifetime.
August 17 – 21 – Best of Camp
Campers can relive the most popular activities of the summer in just one week. Water games, wacky science experiments, ice cream, and capture the flag, just to name a few. The best part? Campers get to vote to help create the schedule.
August 24 – 28 – So Long to Summer
As summer winds down, we celebrate all the memories made at camp. This special send-off week is filled with favorite camp games and creative projects where campers can share their best moments from the summer. We’ll wrap things up with fun celebrations, group activities, and plenty of laughs as we say goodbye to an amazing camp season and look forward to the adventures ahead!
Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps – TEEN Leaders in Training Program
June 15th through August 14th from 7a-6p
Milford Summer Teen Programs – Carl’s Family YMCA Leaders in Training Program
Carl’s Family YMCA (300 Family Dr, Milford, MI 48381, 248-685-3020, ymcadetroit.org/carls)
Leaders in Training (LIT) program is designed to develop leadership skills in youth by providing them with training and opportunities to practice leadership roles in a supervised camp setting, where youth learn skills like decision-making, communication, conflict resolution, and teamwork while assisting with activities and mentoring younger participants all preparing you to be a future camp counselor and leader. The Leaders in Training Program is intended for Teens ages 13 to 15 and runs from 7a to 6p on weekdays in the summer. Register here. Hosted by Carl’s Family YMCA.
Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps Early Bird Registration Discount
Save $10 on every week of Camp if you register before May 1st. REGISTER HERE.
YMCA Members Save an Additional $55 on every week of Camp they register for, and receive a 10% discount on every sibling of their first camper registered.
Financial assistance may be provided to eligible families, based upon need and available donor support. Contact andrew.mcinerney@ymcadetroit.org for more information.
Carls Family YMCA School Break Camps 2026
March 30 through April 6th from 7a-6p
Milford Winter Break Camps – Carl’s Family YMCA Spring Break Camp
Carl’s Family YMCA (300 Family Dr, Milford, MI 48381, 248-685-3020, ymcadetroit.org/carls)
When school is out, come have fun at the Y. The Y’s Break Camp offers your child a safe and engaging environment while participating in enriching camp activities. School break camps are for children ages 4 to 13 and run from 7a to 6p. Register here. Hosted by Carl’s Family YMCA.
Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps
Carls Family YMCA
300 Family Dr
Milford, MI 48381
248-685-3020
ymcadetroit.org/carls
For more information on Carls Family YMCA Summer Camps in Milford, visit ymcadetroit.org/carls.
