Eugene Science Center Camps are Fun and Educational!
Themes and activities change weekly, and we routinely take advantage of our location in Alton Baker Park for nature excursions.
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SPRING BREAK CAMP: MARCh 23-27, 2026
Paleontology Pioneers
Ages
K-5th Grade
Camp will be broken into two groups:
K-2nd Graders
3rd-5th Graders
Times
Drop-Off: 8:00 – 9:00 am
Camp Session: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Pick-Up: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Early & Late Care are included in the extended drop-off and pick-up times.
Prices
$325 per week
Members receive 10% off
Spring Break 2026 (Registration Opens Sept. 20th, 2025 @ 9:00 am)
ESC Members get early access on Sept. 19, 2025 @ 9:00 am
March 23-27: Paleontology Pioneers!
Enjoy your spring break at Eugene Science Center with a week of curiosity and exploring the world of Paleontology with topics like fossils, dinosaurs, plate tectonics, comets, and more!
If you have questions about registering online for our 2026 Spring Break Camp, please contact alombardi@eugenesciencecenter.org or call 541-682-7892
SUMMER CAMP 2026: TBD
Registration Opens early February 2026
Ages
Rising 1st – 5th graders (students who will complete K – 4th grade in June 2026). Camps are offered for all weeks of summer. Children must COMPLETE kindergarten before enrolling in camp.
Times
Drop-Off: 8:00 – 9:00am
Camp Session: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Pick-Up: 3:30 – 4:30 pm
Early & Late Care are included in the extended drop-off and pick-up times.
Prices
$325 per week
Members receive 10% off
10% off when you register for multiple weeks in one transaction.
Summer Camps by Grade Level
Children must have completed kindergarten before attending camp.
Camps for rising 1st – 2nd graders are capped at 14 campers per session unless otherwise noted.
Waiting lists are available for sold out camps.
Camp Sessions:
TBD
Camps for rising 3rd-5th graders are capped at 14 campers per session unless otherwise noted.
Waiting lists are available for sold out camps.
Camp Sessions:
TBD
CAMPS FOR RISING 6TH-7TH GRADES ARE CAPPED AT 10 CAMPERS PER SESSION.
WAITING LISTS ARE AVAILABLE FOR SOLD OUT CAMPS.
CAMP SESSIONS:
TBD
We hope to include even more Middle School aged camps next year!
Cancellation Policy
Updated August 2025
- Cancellations made at least 4 weeks prior to the start of a program are eligible for a 100% refund or credit, minus a $30 processing fee.
- Cancellations made 2 to 3 weeks prior are eligible for a 50% refund or credit.
- No refund or credit will be given if a cancellation is made less than 2 weeks before the start date of a program.
If you have any questions or concerns, the quickest way to reach us is via email education@eugenesciencecenter.org. If you need to immediately speak with an employee on the phone during business hours, please call the main line at 541-682-7888. If you need to speak with our Education Team about details of the camp, they can be reached at 541-682-7894 or education@eugenesciencecenter.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
A: Our summer camps are designed for children who will have completed K-4th grade before camp begins. The requirement for children to have completed kindergarten is strict. There are no exceptions. If you have a camper who you believe is developmentally and socially capable of being successful in a group of older (or younger) peers, we may make an exception for the grade level you register for. Please contact us at info@eugenesciencecenter.org or 541-682-7892 to discuss your unique situation.
A: We are only offering full-day camps this summer. Our camps run from 9am to 3:30pm, with extended care available until 4:30. We have found that full-day camps better meet the needs of working parents in our community. Plus, full-day camps offer campers more time to engage with science inquiry and develop friendships with their peers this summer!
A: We love hosting educational programming for early learners at Eugene Science Center. However, we simply don’t have the space to offer pre-K camps during the summer. Please be sure to take advantage of our Tot Days every third Friday morning of the month during the school year when possible.
A: Yes! Summer Camp volunteers must complete an application, background or reference check, and an in-person training before volunteering. If you are a parent interested in volunteering while your child attends camp, you cannot volunteer for your child’s group but can help with a different age group or work behind the scenes. Learn more about volunteer opportunities here.
A: We do our best to meet the needs of every young scientist who wants to attend our camps. However, some needs may be beyond our capacity to meet. To discuss your child’s needs, please contact us at education@eugenesciencecenter.org or 541-682-7894.
A: We are hoping to be able to offer partial and full scholarships this summer. Stay tuned for more information!
A: Yes! We offer single-day workshops during Winter Break, Spring Break, and most No-School-Days aligned with the Eugene School District 4J calendar.
A: Camps are capped at 14 based on classroom size.
A: If you are claiming child care expenses for your tax return, our EIN is 93-0688763.