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EAST DALLAS SUMMER DAY CAMP

Through purposeful play, campers explore new interests, strengthen social skills, and build confidence in a supportive, engaging environment. Weekly themed activities combine outdoor adventures, creative and enriching activities, fitness, swimming, and fun-filled field trips.

Campers also learn leadership, responsibility, and teamwork. Each day is thoughtfully designed to help children grow while having an unforgettable summer experience.

Camp Estrella is an Indoor Camp. Campers at Indoor Camps spend approximately 30% of their time outside.

Camp Estrella Location: East Dallas Christian Church | 629 N. Peak St., Dallas, TX, 75246

Ages: 4 to 12-year-olds

Dates: Thursday 5/28/26 - Friday 8/7/26

Camp will be closed on Friday 7/3/2026 & Monday 8/3/2026

Field Trip Schedule 

Camp Regular Care Rates (7:00am to 5:30pm):  $205.00 per week for YMCA Members | $235.00 for Non-Members

Camp Extended Care Rates (7:00am to 6:00pm): $215.00 per week for YMCA Members | $245.00 for Non-Members

(Second child discounts are not automatically applied at the point of registration. Please email Tirzah.anderson@ymcadallas.org after completing the enrollment process for your weekly rate to be adjusted accordingly.)

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Camp Registration Fees (non-refundable/non-transferable): $100.00

Registration Fee is discounted 50% during the special promotional weekends listed below:

  • Super Sign-Up Weekend: Friday, February 27th through Monday, March 2nd
  • Race to Register Weekend: Friday, April 24th through Monday, April 27th

Camp Meals/Snack: Breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack included.

YMCA Dallas serves free summer meals at select summer camp locations that meet specific at-risk/income guidelines established by the Texas Department of Agriculture and the USDA. These meals are at no cost to our families and are not reflected in the price of the weekly camper week. Campers can choose to partake, or they can bring their own nut-free lunch.

Program Director: David Hagel | dhagel@ymcadallas.org 

Childcare Customer Support: Laura Ortiz | lortiz@ymcadallas.org or 469-722-7329

 

Wait List Update:

All weeks are on a first come first serve basis.  Once a camp is full, you can check back with us weekly on Wednesday morning or Friday at noon, as all availability will be public online. Click the "Register for Camp" to view availability.

Questions about enrollment? Contact your Customer Support Representative, Laura Ortiz.

Camp YMCA Explorers is an Indoor Camp. Campers at Indoor Camps spend approximately 30% of their time outside.

Camp YMCA Explorers Location: Mockingbird Elementary | 5828 E. Mockingbird Ln., Dallas, TX, 75206

Ages: 5 to 12-year-olds

Camp Dates: Camp will operate weekly Monday through Thursday from 7/6/2026 to 7/23/2026.

Camp will be closed on Fridays.

Camp Hours of Operation – Full Day Care: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Camp Hours of Operation – Half Day Care: 9:00am to 12:00pm OR 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Camp Full Day Care Rates:  $350.00 per week for YMCA Members Non-Members

Camp Half-Day Care Rates (Morning or Afternoon): $175.00 per week for YMCA Members/Non-Members

(Second child discounts are not automatically applied at the point of registration. Please email Tirzah.anderson@ymcadallas.org after completing the enrollment process for your weekly rate to be adjusted accordingly.)

Apply for Financial Assistance

Camp Registration Fees (non-refundable/non-transferable): $100.00

(Fee is discounted 50% during Race to Register Weekend April 24th – April 27th)

Camp Meals/Snacks: TBD

YMCA Dallas serves free summer meals at select summer camp locations that meet specific at-risk/income guidelines established by the Texas Department of Agriculture and the USDA. These meals are at no cost to our families and are not reflected in the price of the weekly camper week. Campers can choose to partake, or they can bring their own nut-free lunch.

Program Director: TBD

Childcare Customer Support: Laura Ortiz | lortiz@ymcadallas.org or 469-722-7329

Wait List Update:

Once a camp is full, you can check back with us weekly on Wednesday morning or Friday at noon, as all availability will be public online. Click the “Register for Camp” to view availability.

Questions about enrollment? Contact your Customer Support Representative, Laura Ortiz.