Winter break camps where Champaign-Urbana area kids can have epic fun
Parents, fear not: Some of the same Champaign-Urbana area institutions that excel at summer camps rev up their programming over winter break as well.
Whether you work full-time, part-time, at-home, overnight, or whatever the case may be, these are great options for parents who need to — or want to — send their kids for at least one of the events listed below. In most cases, paying for single days is possible. These programs all have fun featured front and center — the childcare is just a bonus! Pack a sack lunch and send your child on their merry way.

Champaign Park District School’s Out
Champaign Park District is your child’s destination for positive, educational, and productive programs when school is out! Their fun and professional staff will provide a wide variety of games, sports, arts and crafts, learning, and nature activities. Fee includes supplies, equipment, and field trips. Please pack a morning snack and a sack lunch. No peanut/nut products, please.
Adventures include The Children’s Museum of Illinois in Decatur, bowling, Elevate and more.
Dates: Dec. 23, Dec. 26-27, Dec. 30, Jan. 2-3, Jan. 6-7; 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Ages served: K-5th grade
Location: Leonhard Recreation Center
For more information: Call (217) 819-3988 or visit the website to register
Camp is guaranteed to keep your child active, engaged, and physically fit! Your child will expand their knowledge in gymnastics and have fun with friends and our energetic camp staff. Each day will include gymnastics, games, free time in the gym, crafts, and movie time after lunch. Camp is taught by experienced, professional I-Power Gymnastics staff.
Dates: Dec. 27, Dec. 30-31, Jan. 2-3, Jan. 6-7
Ages served: Ages 5-13
Location: I-Power School of Gymnastics
For more information: Website
Stephens Family YMCA – School’s Out Days
When school isn’t in session during winter break, spring break, holidays, or district in-service, the Y is your most convenient child care alternative. The school’s out day program includes supervised free play, interactive group games, crafts and indoor/outdoor physical exercise.
Dates: Dec. 23, Dec. 27, Dec. 30, Jan. 2-3, Jan. 6-7; 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Ages served: Ages 5-12
Location: Stephens Family YMCA
For more information: Call (217) 239-2811 or visit the website to register
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