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Summer Lab is Chicago's premier summer day camp with over 75 years of experience in summer programming at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools.

08/06/2026

Summer Lab: Week 5 ☀️

By Week Five, campers were fully immersed in the Summer Lab experience—exploring new interests, building friendships, and enjoying all the moments that make camp special. Take a look back at another week of learning, laughter, and summer memories.

📸 View the entire Week 5 album here: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD13AH

💫 Photo credit: Shane Cleminson

08/03/2026

Summer Lab: Week 4 ☀️

Week Four reminded us that a great camp experience isn't defined by the weather. Although poor air quality kept many activities indoors, campers continued creating, exploring, and learning together through hands-on projects, games, and new experiences. No matter the setting, the curiosity, creativity, and community that define Summer Lab continued to shine.

💫 Photo credit: Shane Cleminson

07/31/2026

Summer Lab: Week 3 ☀️

Week Three was filled with big moments and new ways for campers to shine. From the high-flying excitement of the Big Air BMX show to the creativity and confidence on display during Lab’s Got Talent, campers embraced opportunities to try something new. Cheerleading camp and other activities gave students the chance to build skills, celebrate their strengths, and cheer each other on.

📸 View the full Week 3 album: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCYWDk.

💫 Photo credit: Shane Cleminson

07/28/2026

Summer Lab: Week 2 ☀️

The adventures continued in Week Two! Campers celebrated with our Nursery and Kindergarten Fourth of July Wheel Parade, explored insects and nature, and discovered something new each day. From new challenges to favorite traditions, this week was filled with experiences our Summer Labbies will remember all summer long.

📸 View the full Week 2 album: flic.kr/s/aHBqjCYWDk.

💫 Photo credit: Shane Cleminson

07/27/2026

As another incredible Summer Lab season comes to a close, we're taking a look back. This week, we'll revisit each week of camp, sharing favorite photos and celebrating the curiosity, creativity, and community that made Summer Lab 2026 so memorable.

Summer Lab: Week 1 ☀️

It all started here. From circus arts and pottery to cooking, violin, swimming, and water play, campers spent their first week trying new things, building new friendships, and discovering all that Summer Lab had to offer.

📸 View the entire Week 1 album here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCXZju

💫 Photo credit: Shane Cleminson

05/14/2026

There’s still time to join us for Summer Lab ☀️

Registration closes tomorrow, May 15, and a limited number of spots are still available.

🔗 summerlab.org

From robotics and coding to theater, sports, art, science, and outdoor exploration, Summer Lab gives students entering Nursery 3 through Grade 8 the chance to try something new, build friendships, and spend their summer learning by doing.

Families also enjoy:
• Flexible one-week scheduling
• Complimentary bus transportation
• Complimentary lunch for campers enrolled in continuous programming
• A welcoming campus community at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools

We’re looking forward to another great summer on campus.

Register before enrollment closes tomorrow.

03/23/2026

We make summer easier. ☀️

At Summer Lab, we’ve designed the day with families in mind:

🚌 Complimentary bus transportation across Chicago
🍽 Complimentary lunch for campers enrolled in continuous programming
🧠 100+ hands-on programs for students entering Nursery–Grade 8

That means less logistics for parents—and more time for kids to learn, explore, and have fun.

🔗 Explore programs: summerlab.org

03/16/2026

🌟 Lead. Create. Explore.

Summer Lab for Grades 6–8 is where curiosity meets confidence. Campers dive into coding, design, science, arts, and athletics—all in a supportive, hands-on environment.

With field trips, leadership challenges, and expert instructors, every day is an opportunity to grow, connect, and make memories that last a lifetime.

🔗 Discover Grades 6–8 programs | summerlab.org

02/24/2026

Big kids need big summers. ☀️

Summer Lab offers one-week session options, complimentary round-trip bus transportation, and complimentary lunch. Give your kids a summer they'll never forget!

🔗 Register today | summerlab.org

02/22/2026

Summer adventures start here. 🌊

Lab Explorers (Grades 1–2) is the perfect first full-day summer camp experience—packed with sports, arts and crafts, team-building, exciting weekly field trips, and swimming four times a week.

Campers go on field trips every Wednesday and celebrate the end of each week with our signature FriYAY on-campus events, bringing extra excitement and Summer Lab spirit to campus.

Designed with families in mind:
✔️ One-week session options
✔️ Complimentary round-trip bus transportation
✔️ Complimentary lunch with continuous programming
✔️ Flexible, mix-and-match scheduling

This is where confidence grows, friendships begin, and summer memories are made.

🔗 Register today: summerlab.org

Address

1362 East 59th Street
Chicago, IL
60637

Telephone

(773)7029450

Website

http://www.summerlab.org/

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