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Top Thanksgiving Break Camps in Los Angeles 2026: Art, Sports, Coding and More!

Oct 22
7 min read

While the turkey roasts and the pies cool, your kids could be throwing clay, scoring goals, climbing walls, or coding their own Minecraft worlds. Thanksgiving break camps in Los Angeles turn a few days off school into a mini adventure, and they give parents time to shop, cook, travel, or simply breathe.


We updated this guide for 2026 with camps that have already posted their Thanksgiving dates, plus favorites that usually run a holiday camp but haven't announced this year's schedule yet.


Key Takeaways


🦃 When: Most camps run Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026.


🦃 LAUSD heads-up: The district's Thanksgiving holiday is only Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27.


🦃 Cost: Most day rates fall between $110 and $150, and three-day sessions run about $250 to $420.


🦃 Ages: Options cover toddlers through tweens, plus online camps for grades K to 12.


Kids painting at a Thanksgiving break camp in Los Angeles

When Is Thanksgiving Break 2026 in Los Angeles?


Here is the big heads-up for LAUSD families: according to the LAUSD 2026-27 instructional calendar, the district's Thanksgiving holiday is only Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, 2026. That means Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, are regular school days for LAUSD students.


Most Thanksgiving camps below run Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, which works best for private schools and districts that take the whole week off. Before you register, check your own school calendar so you are not paying for camp on a school day.


Parent Tip: Several camps, including Got Game and Euro Soccer USA, also offer a one-day camp on Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11, 2026.



Thanksgiving Break Camps in Los Angeles With 2026 Dates



Mid-City, West LA, Encino, and West Valley campuses

Office: 408 S Fairfax Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90036

Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026


Got Game mixes sports like basketball, soccer, and hockey with arts, dance, and theater, so both athletes and performers find their thing. Campers are grouped into age-appropriate divisions, and weekly and daily rates are available. Campus addresses and prices are not posted yet, so check the Got Game registration page and filter for Thanksgiving Camp 2026.



1046 S Robertson Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90035

Thanksgiving week camp days, November 2026 (see the registration page for the exact days)

8:30 AM to 4:30 PM


RAZ Land is a bright, hands-on art studio where kids ages 5 to 12 paint, build with wood, sculpt clay, work with fabric, and mix media into projects they're proud to carry home. Its Fall & Winter 2026-27 art camp season runs September 16 through January 29, with camp days during school breaks and holidays, including Thanksgiving week.


Families can book a full week or single days, which makes it easy to plan around holiday travel, and siblings automatically get 10% off. Rates appear at checkout, so check the RAZ Land Fall & Winter Camps page or call (424) 303-7868 for this year's prices.


Parent Tip: Send your little artist in play clothes. Paint, clay, and sawdust are all part of a great camp day here.



The Sports Park

13196 Bluff Creek Dr

Los Angeles, CA 90094

Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026

Full day 9 AM to 4 PM; half day 9 AM to 12 PM or 12 to 4 PM


Budding soccer stars can sharpen their footwork, play games, and make new friends at this Playa Vista camp. Full-day camp for ages 4 to 12 costs $315 for all three days, and half-day camp costs $198. Toddlers ages 2 to 3 can join 45-minute sessions for $84.


Families can book one, two, or three days, which makes it easy to fit around holiday travel.



Wildfolk East Valley

12020 Burbank Blvd

Valley Village, CA 91607

Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026


Camp Wildfolk lets kids choose their own adventure. Options include Clay Makers, Escape Room Makers, Young Folks Cozy, Crafty Explorers, Tinker Explorers, and a single-day Wacky Wednesday, with groups for Pre-K, TK, and kindergarten (ages 4 and up) and grades 1 to 5.


Three-day programs cost $390 to $420, and some offer single days for $140 to $150. Hours have not been posted. Sign up through the Camp Wildfolk registration portal.



Walden School

74 S San Gabriel Blvd

Pasadena, CA 91107

Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026

8 AM to 6 PM


Steve & Kate's is famous for letting kids ages 4 to 12 pick what they do all day, from baking and film to sewing and free play. Day passes cost $129 and include meals, which is a gift during the busiest cooking week of the year. Pasadena is the only LA-area location running a November break camp.



24215 Garnier St

Torrance, CA 90505

Monday to Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026

9 AM to 2 PM


Young ballplayers ages 7 and up get three days of baseball training and plenty of quality reps at this South Bay baseball and softball facility. It's a smart pick for kids who would rather spend the holiday week in the batting cage than on the couch.


The three-day camp costs $249 with early-bird pricing through October 26, 2026, then $299. Walk-in drop-in days are $125 each, paid in person, and spots are limited.



Live online classes

Four days during Thanksgiving week, one hour per day


Traveling for the holiday? Create & Learn offers live online coding camps for grades K through 12 in topics like Scratch, AI, Minecraft, Python, and Roblox. Specific dates, times, and prices are listed on the camp's registration pages.



Popular Thanksgiving Camps With 2026 Dates to Be Announced


These camps have offered Thanksgiving programs before, but their 2026 schedules are not final yet. Bookmark them and check back.



Central Los Angeles

Dates and times to be announced.


JCamp's break camps follow LAUSD's school-break calendar, with specialties that range from sports and arts to science and magic, plus swimming, music, drama, and game-room time. Break camp days generally run 8 AM to 5 PM and cost $110 per day for members or $130 for the public.


The Turkey Camp listing currently shows dates that overlap Thanksgiving Day, so confirm the final 2026 schedule with The J before you book.



Alonzo Martial Arts

12474 W Washington Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90066

Dates and times to be announced.


This empowerment camp for ages 6 to 12 and up blends martial arts and self-defense with games, mindfulness, and lessons on empathy and setting boundaries. It is a great fit for kids who could use a confidence boost.



Various locations

Office: 10101 Jefferson Blvd

Culver City, CA 90232

Dates and times to be announced.


STAR Education runs Thanksgiving camps at school sites across Los Angeles. The 2026 dates, grades, and prices have not been posted yet.



11220 Hindry Ave

Los Angeles, CA 90045

Dates and times to be announced.


Sender One offers Thanksgiving break climbing camps where kids build strength, focus, and confidence on the walls with trained coaches. The 2026 schedule has not been posted yet.



13401 Ventura Blvd #104, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423

9420 Reseda Blvd, Unit 10, Northridge, CA 91324

Dates and times to be announced.


Drawn2Art offers a Thanksgiving art camp for ages 6 and up, with registration through each studio's page on the Drawn2Art camps page. Note that the Sherman Oaks and Northridge studios are closed on November 26 and 27.



Various Los Angeles locations

Dates and times to be announced.


If your kids would rather be outside, keep an eye on HAWKs for nature-based holiday camps with hikes and hands-on outdoor learning.



Various LA City recreation centers

Dates and times to be announced.


Many neighborhood recreation centers, from Eagle Rock to Highland Park and Cypress Park, run budget-friendly Turkey Camps during Thanksgiving week. Flyers usually go up in the fall, so check your local rec center's page on the LA Parks website.



Tips for Choosing a Thanksgiving Camp


Check your school calendar first. LAUSD's 2026 Thanksgiving holiday is only November 26 and 27, while most camps run November 23 to 25.


Register early. Holiday camps are short and popular, and spots fill quickly once dates are posted. Some, like Hit Factory, reward early birds with lower prices.


Ask about extended care and meals. Hours vary a lot. Some camps run a full workday, while others end mid-afternoon.


Mix camp with family time. Planning to cook with the kids? Try our 15 fun Thanksgiving crafts and our guide to hosting a kid-friendly Thanksgiving at home. Already thinking ahead? Our winter break camps guide covers December and January.



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Takeaway


Thanksgiving break camps in Los Angeles give kids a few days of creativity, movement, and new friends while parents tackle the holiday to-do list. Got Game, RAZ Land, Euro Soccer USA, Camp Wildfolk, Steve & Kate's, Hit Factory, and Create & Learn have already posted their 2026 plans, and more favorites should follow. Double-check your school's schedule, book early, and enjoy a calmer, happier holiday week.


Frequently Asked Questions About Thanksgiving Camps in Los Angeles


1. When is LAUSD's Thanksgiving break in 2026?

LAUSD's 2026-27 calendar lists the Thanksgiving holiday as Thursday and Friday, November 26 and 27, 2026. Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, are regular school days, so LAUSD families may not need the three-day camps that private schools and other districts often book.


2. What dates do most LA Thanksgiving camps run in 2026?

Most camps with posted dates, including Got Game, Euro Soccer USA, Camp Wildfolk, Steve & Kate's Pasadena, and Hit Factory, run Monday through Wednesday, November 23 to 25, 2026. They close for Thanksgiving Day, so plan family time or other care for Thursday and Friday.


3. How much do Thanksgiving camps in Los Angeles cost?

Prices vary by camp. Steve & Kate's Pasadena costs $129 per day with meals, Hit Factory's three-day baseball camp is $249 early bird or $299 regular, Euro Soccer USA costs $315 for three full days, and Camp Wildfolk runs $390 to $420 for three days.


4. Is there a Thanksgiving art camp in Los Angeles?

Yes. RAZ Land on South Robertson Boulevard runs art camp days during Thanksgiving week for ages 5 to 12, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with painting, woodworking, clay, and fabric projects. Camp Wildfolk and Drawn2Art also offer creative holiday programs in the Valley.


5. Are there online or toddler Thanksgiving camps?

Yes. Create & Learn offers live online coding camps during Thanksgiving week for grades K through 12, running one hour a day for four days. For little ones, Euro Soccer USA has 45-minute toddler sessions for ages 2 to 3, and Camp Wildfolk welcomes preschoolers ages 4 and up.


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Angela M. Cantoni, Editor and Founder of FUN WITH KIDS IN LA

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