WHAT'S THE COMMOTION?
Camp Commotion is a fun, exciting, and safe day camp for kids entering 1st-6th grade offering great programming, top-notch staff, and an all-around fantastic summer for your kids!
Registration opens Wednesday, February 18, at 10am. (To ensure successful registration please use a PC or laptop; the registration software does not work well on phones.)
Parents can access the registration website prior to registration being open to build camper profiles and access tax documents. Building a profile early is helpful in the registration process. Click below.
ABOUT CAMP 2026
Camp 2026 will run in St. Charles/South Elgin from June 1 to July 31. Our regular hours of operation are 9 am - 4 pm.
COST: $170 a week (for 9am-4pm)
Extended care is available in the morning and afternoon at the following rates:
AM - (7:30 am - 9 am) is $45/week in advance, or $10/day drop-in.
PM - (4 - 6 pm) is $45/week in advance, or $10/day drop-in.
At this time, we don’t offer discounts for families registering more than one child, nor do we offer the option to sign up for partial weeks or single days of camp. Thank you for your understanding.
FIND YOUR CREW
At Camp Commotion, kids can choose from over 20 different activity options, creating a unique experience each week. We call these activity options 'crews' and children can choose one crew to participate in each week. Not all crews are available each week.
Arts & Crafts | Campers can unleash their inner Picasso in this crew through a variety of arts and crafts projects, utilizing a range of media in creative ways.
NEW! Sound Check | Music, movement, and creativity take center stage in this upbeat crew. Campers will enjoy music-inspired games, crafts, and activities all week long!
Build It | In Build It, campers will use a variety of materials to construct some incredible projects using wood, glue, and much, much more!
Cheer | Learn the basics of cheerleading and have fun with friends, developing and performing a variety of routines.
Olympics | Wacky, high-energy sports and team spirit are what this crew is all about. Campers will learn cooperation & teamwork, as they strive to become the Olympic champions!
Culinary Creations | From appealing appetizers to delicious desserts, campers can experience an introduction to the basics of preparing & serving food and, of course, sampling their own creations.
Friends Forever | Campers in Friends Forever can expect spa treatments, special crafts, pajama days, and a fantastic time with friends. The perfect choice to sign up for with your best friends and to make some new ones!
Game On | Come on down! You're the next camper in, Game On! Campers will jump into live-action board games, apps, and participate in awesome game shows!
Great Outdoors | Campers in this crew will enjoy outdoor adventures in grilling, assembling tents, outdoor exploration, and more as they journey into nature around camp.
High Octane | Get your excitement up with this high-energy, fun-filled experience of indoor and outdoor activities, including epic hunts, laser tag, and much more!
H2O | Get ready to make a splash! H2O is a water-filled adventure that will see campers engaged in all kinds of activities involving water, from unique relay races to a dunk tank! Swimsuit required daily.
Lights, Camera, Action | This crew is a movie-themed extravaganza! From start to finish, campers will have a hand in making their own short movie, honing their acting skills, and learning more about cinema!
Mad Science | In this crew, campers discover the fascinating world of science while having fun making messes, testing crazy experiments from all fields of science, and saying, “Awesome!”
Maximum Sports | Play fun sports, test your abilities, and have a great time competing with friends old and new in a wide range of traditional sports, such as basketball and soccer.
Mix It Up | Why choose one crew when you can choose them all? In this crew, we take the best from many of our other crews and mix them together for one jam-packed, surprise-filled week of fun.
Pumped Up PE | Campers will pump up the PE games! As a matter of fact, they will be able to play all day! Campers will become the PE teachers themselves and create a day of fun for each of the small groups!
Randomania | In this crew, campers will spend the week with fun activities based on a variety of different themes, all completely random! Campers will participate in activities such as traveling to the wild west, up up and away in space, and more!
Superhero | Campers in Superhero will have a blast spending a week immersed in the superhero world of costumes, crime-fighting (don’t worry, parents - no real crime will be fought), and capers!
Top Secret | Campers will become special agents conducting a top-secret investigation. By collecting evidence, analyzing clues, cracking codes, and more, campers in this crew will need to work together to solve a puzzling mystery!
World Tour | Ever wondered what life is like across the world? Now you can find out! Whether it's cooking up an authentic regional dish or belting out a national anthem, this is the perfect crew for the budding traveler.
CAMPERS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
We want every child God sends our way to be able to enjoy the fun camp offers. If you have a camper with special needs who would benefit from additional support, we want to partner with you to help your camper get the most out of the camp experience.
Please complete the survey below to provide us with information about any additional supports your child may need while attending camp. Our Camper Support Director will reach out to you prior to the week your child attends camp to confirm any necessary support.
CANCELATION & REFUND POLICIES
The Camp Commotion cancelation policy has changed.
Please review your plans carefully before booking, as refunds are limited.
Cancel 14 days or more before the camp week starts:
●You will receive a refund minus the $65 nonrefundable deposit per week and per child.
● 5-day camp: $105 refund
● 4-day camp: $71 refund
Cancel within 13 days of the camp week start date:
● No refunds will be issued.
This policy helps us manage enrollment and provide the best experience for all campers and families. Thank you for your understanding.
QUESTIONS?
For the quickest response please email (campcommotion@ccclife.org). Phone: 630.733.8929