All the Animals

Lions and Tigers and Bears (oh my!). Any camps that involve animals ... Sac Zoo, SPCA, Horseback riding camps, etc ... will show up here.

Jr. Animal Keepers: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Junior zookeepers care for Fairytale Town's special animals, learning hands-on feeding, enrichment, and animal health techniques!

ages 7 to 9, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 7:00pm.

Bite Into Nature: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Experience farm-to-table magic! Kids plant seeds, tend gardens, and transform fresh harvests into delicious meals in this hands-on culinary adventure.

ages 8 to 9, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 7:00pm.

Little Entomologists: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Brave bug explorers meet tarantulas, bees, and other fascinating creatures while investigating insect habitats throughout Fairytale Town!

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 7:00pm.

Prehistoric Fun: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Young explorers uncover prehistoric mysteries through fossil investigation while discovering connections from dinosaurs to early humans!

ages 8 to 9, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 7:00pm.

Animal Scientists: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Young scientists explore animal behavior, genetics, and health through hands-on interactions with Fairytale Town's special animal residents!

ages 10 to 12, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 7:00pm.

Shark Week: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Dive into the world of ocean predators! Kids explore shark survival secrets while creating tooth replicas in this exciting camp.

ages 4 to 5, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 7:00pm.

Sky Explorers: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Young aviators discover flight secrets through hands-on experiments, airplane crafting, and exciting aviation challenges!

ages 8 to 9, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 23rd at 4:00pm to Friday, June 27th at 7:00pm.

Little Ranchers: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Experience life on the Ranch! Kids care for friendly farm animals while learning about barnyard history through hands-on activities.

ages 4 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 2 sessions from Monday, June 16th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 11:00pm.

Unhuggables (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Embrace the weird! Discover the fascinating world of gators, snakes, bugs, and sloths—strange creatures with uniquely lovable traits.

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 7:00pm.

Storybook Safari (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Stories leap from page to reality as you meet the animals who inspired your favorite books! Daily reading adventures come alive before your eyes.

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 16th at 4:00pm to Friday, June 20th at 7:00pm.

Art for Animals (5th & 6th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Create art that saves wildlife! Master new skills, then sell your masterpieces in a gallery fundraiser benefiting animal conservation.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 11:00pm.

Naturally Inspired (5th & 6th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Discover how nature inspires innovation! Explore biomimicry as you investigate how animal designs solve human problems in this hands-on adventure.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 23rd at 4:00pm to Friday, June 27th at 11:00pm.

Animal Olympics (3rd & 4th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Compete in Zoo Olympics! Challenge yourself alongside athletic animals in this Paris-inspired adventure celebrating nature's champions.

grades 3rd to 4th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.

Jr. Animal Keepers: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Junior zookeepers care for Fairytale Town's special animals, learning hands-on feeding, enrichment, and animal health techniques!

ages 7 to 9, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 11:00pm.

Bite Into Nature: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Experience farm-to-table magic! Kids plant seeds, tend gardens, and transform fresh harvests into delicious meals in this hands-on culinary adventure.

ages 8 to 9, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 11:00pm.

Little Entomologists: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Brave bug explorers meet tarantulas, bees, and other fascinating creatures while investigating insect habitats throughout Fairytale Town!

ages 6 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 11:00pm.

Prehistoric Fun: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Young explorers uncover prehistoric mysteries through fossil investigation while discovering connections from dinosaurs to early humans!

ages 8 to 9, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 11:00pm.

Animal Scientists: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Young scientists explore animal behavior, genetics, and health through hands-on interactions with Fairytale Town's special animal residents!

ages 10 to 12, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.

Shark Week: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Dive into the world of ocean predators! Kids explore shark survival secrets while creating tooth replicas in this exciting camp.

ages 4 to 5, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.

Hero Academy: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Unleash your child's inner superhero through action-packed challenges and crafts! Kids design costumes, conquer obstacles, and discover their unique powers.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 23rd at 4:00pm to Friday, June 27th at 7:00pm.

Scaled Safari: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Meet amazing reptiles through stories and hands-on encounters in this immersive camp blending literature with real animal interactions!

ages 4 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 2 sessions from Monday, June 9th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 7:00pm.

Things with Wings (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Discover the secret world of wings! Beyond birds, explore surprising winged creatures and learn which soar, which swim, and which simply show off.

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 7:00pm.

Treetop Trek (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Explore the mysterious treetop world where parrots, pythons, and other fascinating creatures make their homes above the forest floor!

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 9th at 4:00pm to Friday, June 13th at 7:00pm.

Zookeeper Kitchen (5th & 6th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Go behind-the-scenes in the zoo kitchen! Discover diverse animal diets, prepare meals, and help feed fascinating creatures in this hands-on experience.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 11:00pm.

Keeper Quest (5th & 6th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Experience zookeeping realities—the rewarding, challenging, and messy! Learn from professionals about this fascinating career behind the scenes.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 9th at 4:00pm to Friday, June 13th at 11:00pm.

In Living Color (3rd & 4th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Discover nature's vibrant palette beyond green leaves and blue skies! Create art inspired by the zoo's surprising rainbow of wildlife colors.

grades 3rd to 4th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 16th at 4:00pm to Friday, June 20th at 11:00pm.

Whittle Wonders: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Young makers learn essential crafting skills while creating with wood, vinyl, paint and tools in this hands-on DIY workshop adventure!

ages 8 to 10, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 11:00pm.

Mythical Creatures: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Mythical creatures spark imagination! Kids bring dragons, mermaids and unicorns to life through art, storytelling and theatrical adventures.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 11:00pm.

Animal Kingdom Gallery: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Animal enthusiasts explore fascinating creatures from around the world! Each day features a new animal through fun facts, stories, and creative art projects.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 11:00pm.

Jr. Beekeepers: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Discover the fascinating world of honeybees! Kids safely observe Fairytale Town's hives while learning about bee lifecycles and honey harvesting.

ages 8 to 9, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 21st at 4:00pm to Friday, July 25th at 7:00pm.

Nature Detectives: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Become a certified Nature Detective! Kids track wildlife, create fairy gardens, and explore the outdoors in this adventure-filled nature camp.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 7:00pm.

Dino Detectives: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Budding paleontologists unearth dinosaur secrets through fossil excavation while discovering fascinating connections to today's reptiles!

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 7th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 7:00pm.

Scaled Safari: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Meet amazing reptiles through stories and hands-on encounters in this immersive camp blending literature with real animal interactions!

ages 4 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 2 sessions from Monday, June 9th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 11:00pm.

Horse Camp

Saddle Up Sac

Bond with horses while mastering riding and care! Enjoy creative crafts and games, then showcase your new skills in an exciting final show.

ages 6 to 14, starts at $425. Located in Sacramento. 6 sessions from Monday, June 2nd at 3:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 7:00pm.

Wild Wardrobe (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Uncover nature's mysteries! Explore why jaguars sport spots, okapis wear stripes, and hedgehogs don spikes in this wild animal coverings adventure.

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 7:00pm.

Design a Zoo (7th & 8th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Design your dream zoo! Create animal habitats, map visitor paths, and plan guest amenities while collaborating in this hands-on architecture challenge.

grades 7th to 8th, starts at $450. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 11:00pm.

Zoo Scene Investigator (5th & 6th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Become a Zoo Scene Investigator! Use animal knowledge and sharp observation to uncover hidden clues and solve a thrilling zoo mystery.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 7th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 11:00pm.

Destination Conservation (3rd & 4th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Dive into global and California conservation! Learn how to protect endangered species while discovering Earth's remarkable wildlife.

grades 3rd to 4th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 11:00pm.

Survivor: Zoo Edition (3rd & 4th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Master survival like wild animals do! Outplay campers in exciting challenges while discovering how creatures outwit predators in nature.

grades 3rd to 4th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 9th at 4:00pm to Friday, June 13th at 11:00pm.

Whittle Wonders: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Young makers learn essential crafting skills while creating with wood, vinyl, paint and tools in this hands-on DIY workshop adventure!

ages 8 to 10, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 7:00pm.

Mythical Creatures: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Mythical creatures spark imagination! Kids bring dragons, mermaids and unicorns to life through art, storytelling and theatrical adventures.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 11th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 15th at 7:00pm.

Animal Kingdom Gallery: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Animal enthusiasts explore fascinating creatures from around the world! Each day features a new animal through fun facts, stories, and creative art projects.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, August 4th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 8th at 7:00pm.

Jr. Beekeepers: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Discover the fascinating world of honeybees! Kids safely observe Fairytale Town's hives while learning about bee lifecycles and honey harvesting.

ages 8 to 9, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 21st at 4:00pm to Friday, July 25th at 11:00pm.

Nature Detectives: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Become a certified Nature Detective! Kids track wildlife, create fairy gardens, and explore the outdoors in this adventure-filled nature camp.

ages 6 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.

Dino Detectives: FULL DAY

Fairytale Town

Budding paleontologists unearth dinosaur secrets through fossil excavation while discovering fascinating connections to today's reptiles!

ages 6 to 7, starts at $390. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 7th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 11:00pm.

Little Ranchers: AM ONLY

Fairytale Town

Experience life on the Ranch! Kids care for friendly farm animals while learning about barnyard history through hands-on activities.

ages 4 to 7, starts at $190. Located in Sacramento. 2 sessions from Monday, June 16th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 7:00pm.

Rainforest Romp (1st & 2nd grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Journey through rainforest layers from floor to canopy! Meet incredible creatures as you explore this spectacular ecosystem adventure.

grades 1st to 2nd, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.

Animals A-Z (Kindergarten)

The Sacramento Zoo

Discover the animal alphabet from anteaters to zebras! Combine wildlife exploration with letter learning in this educational zoo adventure.

Kindergarden only, starts at $275. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 7th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 11th at 7:00pm.

Community Connection (7th & 8th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Leave your mark by designing and building projects that enhance the zoo's ecosystem and benefit community partners for years to come!

grades 7th to 8th, starts at $360. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 30th at 4:00pm to Thursday, July 3rd at 11:00pm.

Conservation Champions (5th & 6th grade) -- 4 days; no camp on 7/4

The Sacramento Zoo

Join the mission to protect endangered habitats! Discover how your actions can save the homes of amazing zoo animals around the world.

grades 5th to 6th, starts at $320. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, June 30th at 4:00pm to Thursday, July 3rd at 11:00pm.

Animorphs (3rd & 4th grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Witness nature's magical transformations! From tadpoles to frogs and white chicks to pink flamingos—explore amazing animal metamorphoses.

grades 3rd to 4th, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 28th at 4:00pm to Friday, August 1st at 11:00pm.

Rainforest Romp (1st & 2nd grade)

The Sacramento Zoo

Journey through rainforest layers from floor to canopy! Meet incredible creatures as you explore this spectacular ecosystem adventure.

grades 1st to 2nd, starts at $400. Located in Sacramento. 1 session from Monday, July 14th at 4:00pm to Friday, July 18th at 11:00pm.