Looking for winter camps and activities for the kids? Here's a few options from Richmond, Henrico and Hanover that can keep the kids entertained during the winter break downtime! We'll be updating regularly, so check back often!
Richmond
SPCA Winter Camps (December 23rd- January 3rd)
Address: Richmond SPCA, 2519 Hermitage Road, Richmond, VA 23220
Activities: Kids in grades K-5 can participate in three different full day camps: Happy Howlidays, Paw Solutions and Shelters for Frosty Paws.
More information: SPCA Winter Camps
SwimRVA's Winter Camps (Session 1: December 23rd, 26th, & 27th; Session 2: December 30th, 31st, & January 2nd-3rd)
Address: SwimRVA, 5050 Ridgedale Pkwy Richmond, VA 23234
Activities: Kids get to build self-confidence while learning the importance of water safety.
More information: SwimRVA Winter Camps
M14 Hoops Winter Break Camps (Session 1: December 27th)
Address: 410 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23173 (Building #361 Weinstein Center for Recreation, Court #3)
Activities: Ball Handling & Shooting Clinic
More information: 2024/5 Winter Break Camps: M14Hoops - Richmond West
University of Richmond Single Day Clinic - Go Fast! (starts, turns, and speed) (December 22nd)
Address: 365 College Rd., Richmond, VA 23173 (Building #361 Weinstein Center for Recreation, Court #3)
Activities: Train our starts, turns, and underwater kicking for power and speed. Ages 11 and older.
More information: Richmond Spiders Swim
The Mt. Everest Base Camp Winter Break Camp (December 23rd, 26th-27th, 30th-31st)
Address: Discovery Center at Stony Point, 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, 192A, Richmond, VA 23235
Activities: Creative "Make-and-Take" projects, Icy experiments and engineering challenges, Optional ice-skating adventures for added fun, Age-appropriate movies and documentaries tied to daily themes, Shared activities like hot cocoa jars and cookie decorating. Ages: 5–7 & 8–12.
More information: REGISTER — Discovery Center at Stony Point
Weinstein JCC Winter Camps (December 30th, January 2nd & 3rd)
Address: Weinstein JCC, 5403 Monument Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
Activities: A la carte classes in Basketball w/ Coach Nick, Pickleball w/ JB and Kids on the Move Movies & Bowling.
More information: Winter Break Camp: A La Carte - Weinstein JCC
SCOR-Richmond's Winter Camps (December 30th, January 2nd & 3rd)
Address: SCOR-Richmond, 1385 Overbrook Rd, Richmond, VA 23220
Activities: Full and half day soccer camps for ages 3- 12 years old.
More information: Camps - Summer Camp, No School Camp | Sports Center of Richmond
Henrico
Winter Camp @ Eastern Henrico (December 30th-31st)
Address: Eastern Henrico Recreation Center, 1440 N. Laburnum Ave. Henrico VA 23223
Activities: Two jam-packed days of sports, games, fitness, crafts and more!
More information: Winter Camp @ Eastern Henrico
Winter Wonders @ Deep Run (January 3rd)
Address: Deep Run Park & Recreation Center, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23233
Activities: A day full of activities that can include sports, games, fitness, crafts, and more!
More information: Winter Wonders @ Deep Run
Bella Ballerina Dance Camp (Short Pump - Dec 23rd, 26th, & 27th; Chesterfield - Dec 30th & Jan 2nd & 3rd)
Address:
Bella Ballerina Short Pump, 3411 Cox Road, Henrico, VA 23233; Bella Ballerina Chesterfield, 13924 Hull Street Road
Midlothian, VA 23112
Activities: Offering three different winter camps: Ice Queen Camp, Snow Princess Camp & Silly Snowman Camp.
More information: Bella Ballerina Camps
CORE Kids Academy Winter Camps (December: 23rd, 27th, 30th, 31st & January 2nd- 3rd)
Address: CORE Kids Academy, 8932 Quioccasin Rd, Richmond, VA 23229
Activities: Offering full day gymnastics and ninja camps.
More information: Gymnastics Camp / Ninja Camps
Winter Wonderland: Holiday Arts & Crafts Workshops (December 30th - 31st & January 2nd)
Address: Center for Creative Arts, 4825 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Activities: Each day will feature unique projects including watercolors, mixed media collage, mini sculptures with clay, printmaking, & acrylic painting on canvas.
More information: Center for Creative Arts
Code Ninja Camps (December 26th - January 3rd)
Address: Code Ninja, 10811 W Broad St. Suite 17, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Activities: Code Ninja is offering a Minecraft & Roblox 2-day camp and an Artificial Intelligence Explorers 2-day camp.
More information: Coding Camps For Kids in - Glen Allen (Glen Allen) | Code Ninjas
M14 Hoops Winter Break Camps (January 2nd-3rd)
Address: 1 All Star Boulevard, Glen Allen, VA 23059 (Court #5)
Activities: Shooting & Defense Camp
More information: 2024/5 Winter Break Camps: M14Hoops - Richmond West
Martial Arts of West End's Winter Break Camps 2024 (December 23rd - 24th; 30th - 31st & January 2nd - 3rd)
Address: Martial Arts of West End, 10454 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23233
Activities: You can pick 1 or all days.
More information: member-site.net/VIP/default.aspx?PR--bbPJJM
Young Chefs Academy Culinary Winter Camps (December 26th - 27th; 30th - 31st & January 2nd - 3rd)
Address: Young Chefs Academy, 2230 John Rolfe Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23233
Activities: Young chefs put their culinary skills to the test to produce their own mouth-watering SWEET and SAVORY creations. Every day is a new curriculum (so no two days are alike). Sign up for one day or all 6-days of Winter Camp. There's also a TEAMED Camp option.
More information: Kids Culinary Camps | Young Chefs Academy
Winter Holiday Hoopfest Basketball Camp (December 26th - 27th; 30th - 31st & January 2nd - 3rd)
Address: The Steward School, 11600 Gayton Rd, Richmond, VA 23238
Activities: Improve your skills with expert coaches, make new friends who share your passion and take part in fun games and competitions. Limited spots available.
More information: BOB FOLEY NEXT LEVEL BASKETBALL
Richmond Generals Hockey League - Youth Hockey's Free Goalie Clinics (December 29th & January 2nd)
Address: SkateNation Plus, 4350 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Activities: Goalie Training! Space is limited. Open to all current 2024-25 RGHL registered players 10U - 18U.
More information: FREE Goalie Clinics
Henrico County Recreation & Parks Drop-In Programs (All Winter)
Address: Belmont Community Center (1600 Hilliard Rd, Henrico, VA 23228), Deep Run Recreation Center (9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23233), Dorey Park Recreation Center (2999 Darbytown Rd, Henrico, VA 23231), Eastern Henrico Recreation Center (1440 N Laburnum Ave, Richmond, VA 23223) & The Springs (302 Lee Ave, Henrico, Va 23075)
Activities: Community game rooms, sports and more. Varies by age and location.
More information: Open Gym Schedules
Winter Break Camp @ Romp n' Roll (Richmond & Midlothian Locations) (January 2nd)
Address: Richmond (1600 Hilliard Rd, Henrico, VA 23228), Midlothian (9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA 23233)
Activities: Drop your preschooler off to enjoy 3 hours of socialization, gym time, group play, and imaginative thinking!
More information: Richmond: Romp n’ Roll - West End; Midlothian: Romp n’ Roll - Midlothian
Hanover
Winter Break @ Air Park Kids Zone (December 23rd - January 3rd)
Address: Airpark Kids Zone, 11169 Air Park Rd, Ashland, VA 23005
Activities: Crafts, relay games, fort building and more!
More information: Winter Break @ Air Park Kids Zone
Camp Hanover Winter Camp (December 28th - December 30th)
Address: Camp Hanover, 3163 Parsleys Mill Rd, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Activities: Two-night mini camp featuring archery, a climbing wall, and crafts. Cookouts, hikes, annual bonfire and songs around a campfire.
More information: Winter Camp - Camp Hanover
Winter Play Days @ Montpelier Recreation Center (December 26th & 27th; January 2nd & 3rd)
Address: Montpelier Recreation Center and Library, 15302 Clazemont Rd, Montpelier, VA 23192
Activities: Full day sports & games; arts & crafts, dance parties & more! Ages 6-10. Pre-registration required.
More information: Winter Play Days
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