9 New York Day Camps to Check for Veterans Day, Wed 11 Nov
Guide · Published 18 October 2026
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Schools close on Wed 11 Nov for Veterans Day, and many parents need a single day of drop-off care. This list gathers nine New York-area day camps and their stated ages, hours, locations and booking steps. Most of the details below describe summer programs. Contact the camp to confirm whether any session runs on Wed 11 Nov before you plan around it. Where a camp lists school-break programs or flexible day passes, its entry notes this. A day camp usually means supervised activities during set hours, with children dropped off in the morning and collected in the afternoon. Check dates, prices and availability directly.
1. Camp Gnarly NYC
Camp Gnarly NYC lists a Whole Child Adventure Summer Day Camp for ages 3-12. It runs from June 29, 2026 to August 7, 2026 at The Global School BK, 760 Sterling Place, Brooklyn. Payments made before April 15, 2026 are refundable except the registration fee. From April 16, 2026 onward, all payments are final with no refunds or credits.
| Schedule | June 29, 2026 - August 7, 2026 |
| Ages | Ages 3-12 |
| Time needed | 6 weeks, June 29, 2026 - August 7, 2026 |
| Class types | Whole Child Adventure Summer Day Camp |
- Address: 760 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY 11216
- Hours: Mon–Fri 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (718) 866-7371 (from Google)
- Website: campgnarlynyc.com
2. Magic Day Camp
Magic Day Camp is at 216-01 Union Turnpike in Bayside, Queens. It runs a summer day camp with daily swimming, daily trips, sports programs and dance programs. It takes children ages 4-16, grouped 4-6, 7-9, 10-12 and 13-16. Summer hours are 9:00 am to 3:30 pm. Families send a completed enrollment form by email or mail. The contact email is contactus@magicdaycamp.com.
| Schedule | Summer camp hours 9:00 am to 3:30 pm |
| Ages | Ages 4-6 |
| Time needed | Flexible enrollment from two weeks to entire summer |
| Class types | Summer day camp with daily swimming, daily trips, sports programs, dance programs |
| How to book | Send completed Magic Day Camp Enrollment Form to email or mail |
- Address: 216-01 Union Turnpike Bayside, NY 11364
- Hours: Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (718) 360-1886 (from Google)
- Website: magicdaycamp.org
3. Legacy Summer Camps
Legacy Summer Camps lists School Breaks programs alongside its General Camp and PreK Group. General Camp is for ages 4-11. Its sites are 127 West 127th Street in Harlem and PS 135Q, 207-11 89th Avenue, Queens Village. The summer schedule runs 9 AM-5 PM, with extended care from 8 AM to 5:45 PM. Registration is online. The phone is 212-381-6099, with listed hours of 10 AM-12 PM Monday-Friday.
| Schedule | June 29-August 14, 2026, 9 AM-5 PM daily, with extended care 8 AM-5:45 PM |
| Ages | 4-11 years old for General Camp; four years old by June 29th, 2026 for PreK Group |
| Time needed | Session 1: June 29- Jul 10, 2026; Session 2: Jul 13- Jul 24, 2026; Session 3: Jul 27- Aug 7, 2026; Session 4: Aug 10- Aug 14, 2026 |
| Class types | Sports, outdoor activities, artistic endeavors, cultural experiences, and educational trips |
| How to book | Online registration through website |
| Booking | Enrollment interest form available on registration page |
- Address: 127th Street and Lenox Avenue, Harlem (and PS 135, Queens Village)
- Hours: 10 AM - 12 PM Monday - Friday
- Phone: 212-381-6099
- Website: legacysummercamp.com
More about Legacy Summer Camps
4. Mount Tom Day Camp
Mount Tom Day Camp is at 48 Mount Tom Road, New Rochelle, in lower Westchester. It offers Full Day 9-4 for ages 3-15, Mini Day 9-2 for ages 3-5.5 and Half Day Early Childhood 8:30-12:30 for ages 3-4.5. The 2027 season runs June 28 to August 20, and families can register for 2 to 8 weeks. A $800 down payment per child holds a spot. The phone is (914) 636-8130.
| Schedule | Summer 2027 June 28th - August 20th |
| Ages | Children ages 3-14 |
| Time needed | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 weeks |
| Class types | Summer day camp and early childhood programs |
| How to book | First come, first served registration with $800 down payment per child to hold spot |
- Address: 48 Mount Tom Road, New Rochelle, NY 10805
- Hours: Mon–Sun 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (from Google)
- Phone: (914) 636-8130
- Website: mounttomdaycamp.com
5. Oasis Day Camp Upper West Side in Central Park
Oasis Day Camp's Upper West Side location in Central Park has access to Basis Independent School facilities. It takes ages 3 to 15, and the youngest campers must turn 3 before starting and be potty-trained. Core hours are 9am to 4:30pm, with drop-off from 8am and pick-up until 6pm at no extra charge. Summer 2027 sessions run from 1 to 8 weeks. Registration and payment are online, and a health form is required. The phone is 646-698-1800.
| Schedule | Core day camp programming runs 9am to 4:30pm daily, with complimentary extended day from 8am to 6pm |
| Ages | Ages 3-5 years old through high school, with travel camps and CIT programs |
| Time needed | All summer |
| Class types | Field and Court Sports (soccer, basketball), Field Games (frisbee golf, ultimate frisbee), STEM (coding, rocketry), Performing Arts (theater, dance), Outdoor Exploration (nature walks, gardening), Arts and Crafts (painting, mixed materials), Culinary Arts (food art, health snacks) |
| How to book | Online registration and payment system; health form required |
- Address: Upper West Side – Central Park location with access to Basis Independent School facilities
- Hours: 8am-6pm daily
- Phone: 646-698-1800
- Website: oasischildren.com
More about Oasis Day Camp Upper West Side in Central Park
6. School of Wonder
School of Wonder runs all-weather, nature-based day camps and after-school programs in Prospect Park for children 5-11. The listed location is in front of Litchfield Villa (95 Prospect Park West). Hours are 9am-3pm, with late pick-up available at 4pm. Registration is online through Sawyer. Contact options are hola@theschoolofwonder.com or +1 (917)864-7948.
| Schedule | 9am-3pm (late pick-up available at 4pm) |
| Ages | 5-11 year olds |
| Class types | All weather nature-based day camps |
| How to book | Online registration system using Sawyer |
- Address: 53 Prospect Park W #4, Brooklyn, NY 11215 (from Google)
- Hours: Mon–Sat 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: +1 (917)864-7948
- Website: theschoolofwonder.com
7. Next Level Camp for Girls
Next Level Camp for Girls has a listed address at 1354 North Ave, New Rochelle, plus Demarest and Saddle River locations. Alongside week-long full or half day options, it offers Flex Passes to custom select days. Programs include traditional and non-traditional sports, electives such as DJ, magic and fencing, and STEM in electronics, coding and robotics. Booking is by online form, phone or email. The phone is (914) 341-1488.
| Ages | Girls |
| Time needed | 6 weeks of day camp |
| Class types | Skill-based elective camp with sports, arts, enrichment and unique activities |
| How to book | Online form, phone, or email |
- Address: 1354 North Ave, New Rochelle, NY 10804
- Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (914) 341-1488
- Website: nextlevelgirlscamp.com
More about Next Level Camp for Girls
8. Caedmon Discovery Camp
Caedmon Discovery Camp is at 416 E. 80th Street, New York, NY 10075. It runs a summer day camp program for ages 2.8-12. Weekly enrollment is available during the summer, with a flexible number of weeks. Registration is first-come, first-served and opens in December. The listed phone is +1 212-879-2296.
| Schedule | Weekly enrollment available during summer; flexible number of weeks |
| Ages | Ages 2.8-12 |
| Time needed | Summer day camp program |
| How to book | First-come, first-served basis with registration opening in December |
- Address: 416 E. 80th Street, New York, NY 10075
- Phone: +1 212-879-2296
- Website: caedmonschool.org
More about Caedmon Discovery Camp
9. Manhattan Beach Summer Camp
Manhattan Beach Summer Camp is at 60 West End Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235, and groups children of various ages by age. The 2026 season runs June 29 to August 21, with regular hours of 8:30am to 5:00pm. The camp is closed on July 3rd for Independence Day. Registration requires a $500 deposit. Check payment is accepted. The contact email is info@mbsummercamp.com.
| Schedule | June 29 – August 21, 2026. Regular camp hours are 8:30am – 5:00pm. Closed on July 3rd for Independence Day observance. |
| Ages | Children of various ages, grouped by age |
| Time needed | Summer day camp (daily attendance) |
| How to book | Registration required with $500 deposit at time of registration |
- Address: 60 West End Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11235
- Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sat–Sun Closed (from Google)
- Phone: (347) 788-8669 (from Google)
- Website: mbsummercamp.com
More about Manhattan Beach Summer Camp
Frequently asked questions
Which of these camps list school-break or single-day options?
Legacy Summer Camps lists School Breaks programs. Next Level Camp for Girls offers Flex Passes to custom select days. Ask about specific dates before you book.
Which camps offer early drop-off or late pick-up?
Oasis Day Camp offers drop-off from 8am and pick-up until 6pm at no extra charge. Legacy Summer Camps lists extended care from 8 AM to 5:45 PM. School of Wonder offers late pick-up at 4pm.
Which camps take the youngest children?
Caedmon Discovery Camp lists ages 2.8-12. Mount Tom Day Camp starts at age 3, with a Half Day Early Childhood option for ages 3-4.5. Camp Gnarly NYC lists ages 3-12.
Do any camps state a deposit to hold a place?
Mount Tom Day Camp asks for an $800 down payment per child to hold a spot. Manhattan Beach Summer Camp requires a $500 deposit at registration.
How we chose these businesses
We ranked every business in our day camps listings that publishes the relevant details on its own website. The ranking combines the business's Google rating, adjusted for how many reviews it has, how many of the facts this guide needs the business publishes, and how recently we checked them. Every price and detail listed here comes from the business's own website. We don't review or rate businesses ourselves, and no business paid to be included. Prices and menus change, so confirm with the business before you go or book. How we rank · Report a correction
Facts last checked against each business's website on 15 October 2026.