Day Camp
UNPLUGGED. CONNECTED.
ALL SUMMER DAY CAMPS BEGIN: Monday, June 22, 2026.
PRIORITY MEMBER REGISTRATION BEGINS: Monday, January 12, 2026, at 9AM.
OPEN REGISTRATION FOR ALL BEGINS: Friday, January 16, 2026, at 9AM.
Registration for all Madison Area YMCA day camps is online. Use a desktop, laptop, or mobile device to register.
NOTE: If you are registering for the full summer with a combination of KIDSQUEST and SPECIALTYQUEST, please contact our Camp Leadership Team at QuestCamps@madisonymca.org to schedule an appointment to register.
At Quest Camps 2026, campers from preschool through entering grade 9 step into a summer that’s truly UNPLUGGED. CONNECTED. It is a return to the basics of outdoor fun, imagination, and friendships built face-to-face. Here, curiosity leads the way, and each day feels like a fresh start waiting to be filled with real-world adventure.
Quest Camps blends the classics of summer fun with hands-on experiences that spark creativity. From active games on the field to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics), campers unplug from the fast-paced, digital world and plug into something better: connection, teamwork, discovery, and simple summer joy. Whether attending for a session or joining us for a single week, campers experience meaningful moments that last long beyond the summer.
Join us at one of our three locations: Drew University, F.M. Kirby Children’s Center, and the Madison Area YMCA Family Center as we build unforgettable summer days that bring campers closer to nature, to each other, and to themselves.
From preschool through grade 9, campers grow by building character and independence through a variety of age-appropriate, unplugged activities led by thoughtful, caring staff. Explore our offerings:
- MiniQuest (preschool, ages 3–4) at the F.M. Kirby Children's Center
- KidsQuest (entering kindergarten–grade 5) at Drew University
- Leader in Training (entering grades 6–8) at Drew University
- SpecialtyQuest (entering kindergarten–grade 5) at the Family Center—providing opportunities for a deeper dive into focused program areas, including Fine Arts, Gymnastics, School of Performing Arts, Sports, and Y Ninja Gym.
- TravelQuest (entering grades 6–9). During weeks 9 and 10, campers will head out on daily trips, exploring new places and experiences in an unplugged, experiential way.
The health and safety of our campers and staff remain our top priority. We continue to follow the most current guidelines from health authorities, state and local governments, the CDC, and the American Camp Association to ensure a safe and healthy camp environment.
Questions? Email us at Quest Camps.
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CLICK HERE for Camp Payment information, including Camp Payment Schedule.
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