Creighton University Bluejay Summer Kids Camp

Monday, June 15 to Friday, July 31, 2026

Creighton University

2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178

Add to Calendar 20260615T000000Z 20260731T235900Z America/Chicago Creighton University Bluejay Summer Kids Camp <h4>Creighton University Recreation + Wellness is excited to be hosting Bluejay Summer Kids Camp again in 2026! </h4>Campers entering grades 1-6 are invited to register for one or more week-long sessions. Each camp week will include traditional summer camp activities of arts & crafts, swimming, and games, along with special activities and field trips based on that week’s theme.<hr><h2>Sessions</h2><ul><li>Week 1: June 15-18 (4 day week, no camp Fri 6/19) – Jurassic Adventure</li><li>Week 2: June 22-26 – Mad Scientist</li><li>Week 3: July 6-10 – Total Sports Takeover</li><li>Week 4: July 13-17 – Lights Camera Action!</li><li>Week 5: July 20-24 – Level Up! Game Week</li><li>Week 6: July 27-31 – Never Ending Summer</li></ul>See Theme Week descriptions below.<hr><h2>Pricing & Schedules </h2>Cost: $250 per camper, $200 for week 1, June 15-18<ul><li>1/2 Summer Discount: Register your child for 3 or more weeks and receive a $50 discount.</li><li>Full Summer Discount: Register your child for all 6 weeks and receive a $125 discount.</li><li>Both discounts will apply off total registration costs. Must register for all 3 or 6 weeks at the same time to get the discount. Discounts are on a per camper basis and will not stack. Discounts can only be applied to registrations done in person in the Recreation + Wellness Office or over the phone by calling 402-280-3023. Discounts can not be applied for online registrations.</li></ul>$25 optional add on for before and after care 7:30-9 a.m. and 4-5:30 p.m.<ul><li>Benefit-eligible faculty/staff and student members can opt-in to extended care for no additional fee by emailing bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu.</li></ul><h4>Registration Dates</h4><ul><li>Open for CU Fac/Staff/Students Fri 1/30 at 9 a.m.</li><li>Open for General Public Monday Feb 2 at 9 a.m.</li></ul>Campers entering grades 1-6 in the fall of 2026Camp runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday with before and after care available at an additional cost.<hr><h2>Theme Week Descriptions</h2>Jurassic Adventure WeekGet ready for a prehistoric adventure! Campers will dive into a world filled with towering dinosaurs, thrilling challenges, and creative dino-themed projects. Each day brings new discoveries, exciting games, and imaginative fun as we explore the wild age of the dinosaurs. It’s a roaring week of adventure from start to finish!Mad Scientist WeekGrab your goggles and get ready for a wild week of wacky experiments and curious discoveries! Campers will step into the role of junior scientists as they explore bubbly experiments, creative inventions, and the mysteries of nature. From hands-on reactions to investigating the world around them, this week is all about imagination, exploration, and embracing the fun side of science!Total Sports TakeoverGet ready for a high-energy week packed with teamwork, friendly competition, and tons of athletic fun! Campers will try out a variety of sports, race through fun challenges, and cheer each other on as they discover new skills and big victories. It’s all about movement, spirit, and nonstop excitement!Lights, Camera, ActionCue the spotlight—it's showtime! Campers will dive into a lively world of creativity, confidence, and performance-inspired fun. With plenty of chances to express themselves and imagine big, this week brings a playful mix of drama, excitement, and star-worthy moments. It’s a week full of big energy, bright ideas, and tons of fun!Level Up! Game WeekPower up for a week of games, challenges, and endless fun! Campers will jump into a world inspired by board games, video games, and exciting challenges leveling up their skills, creativity, and teamwork with every activity. With tons of high-energy excitement and imagination, every day is a chance to press start, try something new, and have a blast!Never Ending Summer WeekSoak up the fun one last time! This final week is all about packing in every bit of sunshine, games, crafts, and outdoor adventures. Campers will laugh, play, and make lasting memories, celebrating what makes summer so special. It’s a joyful, high-energy sendoff to an amazing season, with fun that feels like summer could last forever.<hr><h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>What staff will be present during the day? Camp Staff will be comprised of Creighton professional staff and students who have all passed a background check and are Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.<drupal-media data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="35566146-c272-4bb2-9bee-66fc6cc77c0f" data-align="right"> </drupal-media>Who is the primary contact? Brittany Close, Assistant Director of Sport Programs will serve as Camp Director. Please email <a href="mailto:bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu">bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu</a> with any questions or concerns.Is there a refund policy? Full refunds are provided up to four weeks before your camp session begins. Refunds can be requested by emailing <a href="mailto:bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu">bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu</a>Will food be provided? A light morning and afternoon snack will be provided. Campers are expected to pack a nut-free lunch each day.Are phones permitted? It is advised to leave cell phones at home, but in the event a camper must bring their phone with them the phone must stay in their backpack during the entire camp day. Cell phone use will not be allowed during camp. If a parent/guardian needs to contact a camper, please do so by calling the Recreation and Wellness main office.What type of attire does my child need to bring? Campers should come to camp dressed for a full day of activity. Camp t-shirts are required to be worn every day. We recommend outdoor activity clothes and athletic shoes. Closed toed shoes are required every day of camp. Swim attire will be needed on swim days, which will be announced in advance.When will I learn more about the sessions? At the start of June additional information will be shared including details about: Drop-off/pick-up, Lunches, Snacks, Attire etc. One week prior to your specific camp session you will receive session specific information and schedules.Can we meet the Counselors before camp begins?  Yes! Bluejay Summer Kids Camp Preview Night will take place in early June. (Date to be announced soon) This night is designed for all registered campers and their guardians to meet our camp counselors, ask questions, see the facility, and get a sneak peek to all that Bluejay Summer Kids camp has to offer this summer!<hr><h2>Required Waivers</h2>Coming soon!<hr> Creighton University 2500 California Plaza Omaha, NE 68178

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Registration

Creighton University Recreation + Wellness is excited to be hosting Bluejay Summer Kids Camp again in 2026!

Campers entering grades 1-6 are invited to register for one or more week-long sessions. Each camp week will include traditional summer camp activities of arts & crafts, swimming, and games, along with special activities and field trips based on that week’s theme.

Sessions

Week 1: June 15-18 (4 day week, no camp Fri 6/19) – Jurassic Adventure
Week 2: June 22-26 – Mad Scientist
Week 3: July 6-10 – Total Sports Takeover
Week 4: July 13-17 – Lights Camera Action!
Week 5: July 20-24 – Level Up! Game Week
Week 6: July 27-31 – Never Ending Summer

See Theme Week descriptions below.

Pricing & Schedules

Cost: $250 per camper, $200 for week 1, June 15-18

1/2 Summer Discount: Register your child for 3 or more weeks and receive a $50 discount.
Full Summer Discount: Register your child for all 6 weeks and receive a $125 discount.
Both discounts will apply off total registration costs. Must register for all 3 or 6 weeks at the same time to get the discount. Discounts are on a per camper basis and will not stack. Discounts can only be applied to registrations done in person in the Recreation + Wellness Office or over the phone by calling 402-280-3023. Discounts can not be applied for online registrations.

$25 optional add on for before and after care 7:30-9 a.m. and 4-5:30 p.m.

Benefit-eligible faculty/staff and student members can opt-in to extended care for no additional fee by emailing bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu.

Registration Dates

Open for CU Fac/Staff/Students Fri 1/30 at 9 a.m.
Open for General Public Monday Feb 2 at 9 a.m.

Campers entering grades 1-6 in the fall of 2026

Camp runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday with before and after care available at an additional cost.

Theme Week Descriptions

Jurassic Adventure Week

Get ready for a prehistoric adventure! Campers will dive into a world filled with towering dinosaurs, thrilling challenges, and creative dino-themed projects. Each day brings new discoveries, exciting games, and imaginative fun as we explore the wild age of the dinosaurs. It’s a roaring week of adventure from start to finish!

Mad Scientist Week

Grab your goggles and get ready for a wild week of wacky experiments and curious discoveries! Campers will step into the role of junior scientists as they explore bubbly experiments, creative inventions, and the mysteries of nature. From hands-on reactions to investigating the world around them, this week is all about imagination, exploration, and embracing the fun side of science!

Total Sports Takeover

Get ready for a high-energy week packed with teamwork, friendly competition, and tons of athletic fun! Campers will try out a variety of sports, race through fun challenges, and cheer each other on as they discover new skills and big victories. It’s all about movement, spirit, and nonstop excitement!

Lights, Camera, Action

Cue the spotlight—it's showtime! Campers will dive into a lively world of creativity, confidence, and performance-inspired fun. With plenty of chances to express themselves and imagine big, this week brings a playful mix of drama, excitement, and star-worthy moments. It’s a week full of big energy, bright ideas, and tons of fun!

Level Up! Game Week

Power up for a week of games, challenges, and endless fun! Campers will jump into a world inspired by board games, video games, and exciting challenges leveling up their skills, creativity, and teamwork with every activity. With tons of high-energy excitement and imagination, every day is a chance to press start, try something new, and have a blast!

Never Ending Summer Week

Soak up the fun one last time! This final week is all about packing in every bit of sunshine, games, crafts, and outdoor adventures. Campers will laugh, play, and make lasting memories, celebrating what makes summer so special. It’s a joyful, high-energy sendoff to an amazing season, with fun that feels like summer could last forever.

Frequently Asked Questions

What staff will be present during the day?
Camp Staff will be comprised of Creighton professional staff and students who have all passed a background check and are Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certified.

Who is the primary contact?
Brittany Close, Assistant Director of Sport Programs will serve as Camp Director. Please email bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu with any questions or concerns.

Is there a refund policy?
Full refunds are provided up to four weeks before your camp session begins. Refunds can be requested by emailing bluejaykidscamp@creighton.edu

Will food be provided?
A light morning and afternoon snack will be provided. Campers are expected to pack a nut-free lunch each day.

Are phones permitted?
It is advised to leave cell phones at home, but in the event a camper must bring their phone with them the phone must stay in their backpack during the entire camp day. Cell phone use will not be allowed during camp. If a parent/guardian needs to contact a camper, please do so by calling the Recreation and Wellness main office.

What type of attire does my child need to bring?
Campers should come to camp dressed for a full day of activity. Camp t-shirts are required to be worn every day. We recommend outdoor activity clothes and athletic shoes. Closed toed shoes are required every day of camp. Swim attire will be needed on swim days, which will be announced in advance.

When will I learn more about the sessions?
At the start of June additional information will be shared including details about: Drop-off/pick-up, Lunches, Snacks, Attire etc. One week prior to your specific camp session you will receive session specific information and schedules.

Can we meet the Counselors before camp begins?
Yes! Bluejay Summer Kids Camp Preview Night will take place in early June. (Date to be announced soon) This night is designed for all registered campers and their guardians to meet our camp counselors, ask questions, see the facility, and get a sneak peek to all that Bluejay Summer Kids camp has to offer this summer!

Required Waivers

Coming soon!