Kidventure Camps
Kidventure Houston Summer Camps (multiple school and facility locations), 1601 Sunset Blvd, Houston, TX 77005
About
Kidventure Camps offers a wide range of activities, including Sensory Arts, Story Time, Music & Movement, Water Play, Team Games, STEM Projects, Sports & Recreation, Creative Arts, Leadership Training, Adventure Challenges, Service Projects, and Peer Mentoring. Campers may also take part in trips to Typhoon Texas, Top Golf, and Battlefield Houston, as well as volunteering at local food pantries and creating snack packs and hygiene kits for homeless individuals. Weekly group discussions focus on a core value such as trustworthiness and authentic communication.
• Ages: 3–16 years old
• Schedule: Spring Fest runs March 9–13, 2026 in Houston and March 16–20, 2026 in Austin and Dallas
Kidventure Camps began in 1994 as an outgrowth of a summer program at Biron Gymnastics in West Houston and has operated for over 30 years in Houston. The organization states that since 1994 its mission has been to help build kids’ lives, support their mental, physical, and social well-being, and create a place where confidence and hope thrive, with the goal of growing happy, healthy kids. Kidventure describes its approach as “More Than Camp. A Launchpad for Life,” and reports that 94% of parents see confidence growth, 85% of families return year after year, and the program serves over 10,000 families yearly with a 4.9/5 average parent rating.
Kidventure Camps reports a maximum 8:1 camper-to-staff ratio and more than 300 trained staff members. Every team member passes comprehensive background checks and receives ongoing training, and all counselors are certified in CPR, First Aid, and emergency response protocols. The program also notes secure check-in and check-out procedures, allergy management protocols, emergency communication plans, shaded outdoor areas, and hydration stations. Kidventure Camps is certified by the American Camp Association, and Kidventure is a registered trademark of Kidventure, Inc.
Kidventure offers day camps in Austin, Dallas, and Houston for children ages 3 to 14, as well as Safari Overnight Camps in the Hill Country with options for ages 8 to 16. The organization notes that it serves a record number of families at over 31 locations, including 15 area locations in Houston, and that camp sports fill fast in Houston. Options are available for afternoon extended care and meal plans, including pizza on Fridays. Overnight and seasonal camp registration is open, and Summer Camp 2026 registration begins February 4, 2026, at 9 AM.
Through its non-profit “Ollie’s Kids,” established in 2022, Kidventure has operated Camp Rainbow Days, which provides summer camp experiences to children experiencing homelessness. The program’s service projects include volunteering at local food pantries and creating snack packs and hygiene kits for homeless individuals.
Kidventure Camps lists Mike McDonell as Founder and President. The organization highlights that it has been in Houston for over 30 years and describes its focus as building character over that time.
Parent and staff testimonials describe Kidventure Camps as a place where children play all day without TV, enjoy trips such as Typhoon Texas and Top Golf, and take part in both fun activities and service projects. Families mention weekly group discussions centered on core values, options for extended care and meal plans like pizza on Fridays, and counselors who are patient, enthusiastic, and kind. Staff testimonials mention a family environment, caring coworkers, and leadership support that has helped them grow as leaders.
Last updated January 30, 2026.
• Ages: 3–16 years old
• Schedule: Spring Fest runs March 9–13, 2026 in Houston and March 16–20, 2026 in Austin and Dallas
Kidventure Camps began in 1994 as an outgrowth of a summer program at Biron Gymnastics in West Houston and has operated for over 30 years in Houston. The organization states that since 1994 its mission has been to help build kids’ lives, support their mental, physical, and social well-being, and create a place where confidence and hope thrive, with the goal of growing happy, healthy kids. Kidventure describes its approach as “More Than Camp. A Launchpad for Life,” and reports that 94% of parents see confidence growth, 85% of families return year after year, and the program serves over 10,000 families yearly with a 4.9/5 average parent rating.
Kidventure Camps reports a maximum 8:1 camper-to-staff ratio and more than 300 trained staff members. Every team member passes comprehensive background checks and receives ongoing training, and all counselors are certified in CPR, First Aid, and emergency response protocols. The program also notes secure check-in and check-out procedures, allergy management protocols, emergency communication plans, shaded outdoor areas, and hydration stations. Kidventure Camps is certified by the American Camp Association, and Kidventure is a registered trademark of Kidventure, Inc.
Kidventure offers day camps in Austin, Dallas, and Houston for children ages 3 to 14, as well as Safari Overnight Camps in the Hill Country with options for ages 8 to 16. The organization notes that it serves a record number of families at over 31 locations, including 15 area locations in Houston, and that camp sports fill fast in Houston. Options are available for afternoon extended care and meal plans, including pizza on Fridays. Overnight and seasonal camp registration is open, and Summer Camp 2026 registration begins February 4, 2026, at 9 AM.
Through its non-profit “Ollie’s Kids,” established in 2022, Kidventure has operated Camp Rainbow Days, which provides summer camp experiences to children experiencing homelessness. The program’s service projects include volunteering at local food pantries and creating snack packs and hygiene kits for homeless individuals.
Kidventure Camps lists Mike McDonell as Founder and President. The organization highlights that it has been in Houston for over 30 years and describes its focus as building character over that time.
Parent and staff testimonials describe Kidventure Camps as a place where children play all day without TV, enjoy trips such as Typhoon Texas and Top Golf, and take part in both fun activities and service projects. Families mention weekly group discussions centered on core values, options for extended care and meal plans like pizza on Fridays, and counselors who are patient, enthusiastic, and kind. Staff testimonials mention a family environment, caring coworkers, and leadership support that has helped them grow as leaders.
Last updated January 30, 2026.
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