Fill your child’s summer with adventures, discoveries, new friendships, and a whole lot of fun. The municipality offers an exciting lineup of activities for kids ages 6-13, designed to spark curiosity and creativity. Whether your young one is a sports fan, nature lover or budding movie buff, there is something here for everyone.
Meaford Summer Camps 2026 — Unforgettable Fun Awaits!
Early Bird Registration Opens: Friday, February 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET.
Early Bird Pricing has been updated to be included in registrations (as of Feb 27 at 4:30 PM)
Early Bird Pricing Ends: Friday, March 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET.
Register online for Summer Camp!
PerfectMind will display Summer Camps on the Morning of February 27, 2026 and registration opens at 12:00 PM.
Summer Camps Programs
Week 1: July 6 to 10
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Meaford Ball Diamonds
Ages: 6-12
Spots Available: 20
Fees
$275
Calling all young athletes!
The Sports Camp is your chance to hit the field, court, and diamond for a week of high-energy fun. Each day features a new sport, new skills to learn, and exciting challenges to take on!
Camp highlights:
- Ball Hockey Day
- Basketball Day
- Baseball Day
- Soccer Day
- Flag Football Day
- And More!
No matter your skill level, this camp is all about teamwork, sportsmanship, and having a blast while trying new sports. See you on the field!
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Blue Dolphin Pool
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$325
Spots Available: 20
Join our seasonal camp and the YMCA aquatic staff for a week at the Blue Dolphin Pool! Swimmers participate in a variety of activities including a full session of swimming lessons, public swimming, water games, offsite activities and more! Passing is not guaranteed.
Parents and/or guardians may be required to enter the water with swimmers Level 3 and under. Swimmers unable to pass the YMCA swim test for public swimming will be required to wear a lifejacket.
Children will have 2 lessons per day from Monday to Thursday, held at 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, with a public swim taking place on Friday.
Week 2: July 13 to 17
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Kin Hall
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$300
Spots Available: 20
This newly combined camp will include instruction from our own Camp Counselor, Avery Aldred, who is completing her Bachelor of Earth Sciences, alongside Brooke Green, owner of Thrive Therapy & Wellness. Each day, the campers will be split into two groups. One half will begin with Avery, while the others begin with Brooke and her team.
Brooke’s sessions focus on themes such as positive self-talk, mindfulness, mind–body connection, friendship, communication, boundaries, confidence, gratitude, feelings, and emotional regulation. Activities might include practicing belly breathing, and participating in mindfulness freeze tag games.
As part of Avery’s lessons, campers will take care of seedlings and watch them grow throughout the week, while studying how our planet encompasses all of its physical and biological system. This could include the solid earth, water or atmosphere and their interactions.
Time: 9:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Meaford & St.Vincent Community Centre
Ages: 8-13
Fees
$275
Spots available: 20
The Meaford Pickleball Club, alongside Pickleball Coach, Brian Bell, will be bringing their racket skills to work with the Municipality with a full day summer camp. Brian and the MPC Volunteers will work with the kids for several hours each morning of the week, teaching them the rules and basics of the game.
Our camp councillors will take the kids for the rest of the day to walk to other parks or areas of Meaford for activities, games and more!
MPC are also planning for some prizes and take homes for all the campers for the week!
Week 3: July 20 to 24
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Meaford & St.Vincent Community Centre
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$275
Spots available: 20
Campers will be able to work closely with 2 or more Georgian Bay Applekings players in the mornings and also receive an Applekings ball cap and practice jersey. Applekings players will teach campers the basic skills of hockey and ball hockey, as well as some rules of the game and more advanced techniques later in the week. The players will keep it fun and light with some type of game each day for the campers before handing off the day to the camp councillors.
After a morning of ball hockey, camp staff will take kids on exciting outings to McCarroll Park or keep the fun going with activities around the Meaford Arena.
Required: Helmet with Face Shield, Gloves and Stick. Small Shin pads are recommended.
Time: 9:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Kin Hall
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$275
Spots available: 20
Calling all young creators! Join us for a week of fun, color, and creativity at Art Camp, hosted by the Municipality of Meaford. Whether your child loves painting, drawing, or getting their hands messy, this camp is the perfect place for them to explore their artistic side.
Our instructors will guide campers through exciting projects, helping them build skills, express themselves, and bring their imagination to life. Plus, we’ll enjoy outdoor inspiration breaks and creative games to keep the fun flowing!
Week 4: July 27 to 31
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Blue Dolphin Pool
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$325
Spots Available: 30
Join our seasonal camp and the YMCA aquatic staff for a week at the Blue Dolphin Pool! Swimmers participate in a variety of activities including a full session of swimming lessons, public swimming, water games, offsite activities and more! Passing is not guaranteed.
Parents and/or guardians may be required to enter the water with swimmers Level 3 and under. Swimmers unable to pass the YMCA swim test for public swimming will be required to wear a lifejacket.
Children will have 2 lessons per day from Monday to Thursday, held at 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, with a public swim taking place on Friday.
Week 5: August 4 to 7
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Meaford Baseball Diamonds
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$220
Spots Available: 20
Join in with Tanner, Griffin and Parker Almond to learn the fundamentals of baseball! Tanner was on a scholarship for baseball in the USA in Oklahoma Northeastern State University and Connors State State College. He was also a centre fielder with Northeastern in the NCAA and had a .268 Batting Average with 2 Home Runs and 9 Stolen Bases over 28 games played.
After a morning of baseball, camp staff will take kids on exciting outings to Memorial Park, or keep the fun going with activities around the Tennis Courts and Ball Diamonds.
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Blue Dolphin Pool
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$300
Spots available: 20
Join our seasonal camp and the YMCA aquatic staff for a week at the Blue Dolphin Pool! Swimmers participate in a variety of activities including a full session of swimming lessons, public swimming, water games, offsite activities and more! Passing is not guaranteed.
Parents and/or guardians may be required to enter the water with swimmers Level 3 and under. Swimmers unable to pass the YMCA swim test for public swimming will be required to wear a lifejacket.
Children will have 2 lessons per day from Monday to Thursday, held at 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, with a public swim taking place on Friday.
Week 6: August 10 to 14
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Blue Dolphin Pool
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$325
Spots available: 30
Join our seasonal camp and the YMCA aquatic staff for a week at the Blue Dolphin Pool! Swimmers participate in a variety of activities including a full session of swimming lessons, public swimming, water games, offsite activities and more! Passing is not guaranteed.
Parents and/or guardians may be required to enter the water with swimmers Level 3 and under. Swimmers unable to pass the YMCA swim test for public swimming will be required to wear a lifejacket.
Children will have 2 lessons per day from Monday to Thursday, held at 9:00 AM and 3:30 PM, with a public swim taking place on Friday.
Week 7: August 17 to 21
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Memorial Park
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$275
Spots available: 20
Get Ready for Science Camp!
Here, campers can expect a week full of discovery in the world of science. Through fun experiments, games and hands-on activities, campers will learn about topics such as: nature, space and water throughout Memorial Park.
Campers will get their brain activity firing with scavenger hunts, cool experiments and inventions and nature walks!
Time: 9:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Kin Hall at Memorial Park
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$275
Spots available: 20
Calling all young creators! Join us for a week of fun, color, and creativity at Art Camp, hosted by the Municipality of Meaford. Whether your child loves painting, drawing, or getting their hands messy, this camp is the perfect place for them to explore their artistic side.
Our instructors will guide campers through exciting projects, helping them build skills, express themselves, and bring their imagination to life. Plus, we’ll enjoy outdoor inspiration breaks and creative games to keep the fun flowing!
Week 8: August 24 to 28
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Drop-Off Location: Meaford & St.Vincent Community Centre
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$350
Spots available: 30
Get ready to embark on a week of adventures out of town! Each day, our councillors will be taking all campers to a new location within our surrounding area. Here’s what this will look like:
Monday: Day Trip to Story Book Park in Owen Sound.
Tuesday: Day Trip to Scenic Caves Nature Adventures in the Blue Mountains.
Wednesday: Stay in Meaford but hike down Trout Hollow Trail, ending with a picnic at Beautiful Joe Park.
Thursday: Day Trip to Rounds Ranch in Elmvale.
Friday: Day Trip to the Elmvale Jungle Zoo in Phelpston.
Week 9: August 31 to September 2
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Meaford & St.Vincent Community Centre
Ages: 6-12
Fees
$165
Spots available: 30
Lights, camera, action! Get ready for a three-day cinematic adventure where campers step into the worlds of their favorite movies through games, crafts, and activities inspired by the big screen. Each day brings a new theme, new magic, and tons of fun!
Day 1: Apparate into the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where campers will create their own wands, cast spells, brew potions, and compete in magical challenges.
Day 2: Tap into the Magic of Disney, where fairy tales come to life with themed games, creative crafts, and surprises.
Day 3: Dive into the Pixar Theory, exploring the connections between beloved Pixar films through exciting activities and fun storytelling.
Come dressed for the theme, bring your imagination, and get ready for a blockbuster experience you won’t forget!
Themes are subject to change slightly.
To register on Perfect Mind, please search for “Movie” in the search bar of the schedule.
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