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Emmaus University Summer Athletic Camps
June 9 – August 1, 2025
Start Time
See event flyer for full details.
Location
Emmaus University 2570 Asbury Rd. Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Elementary, middle school, and high school athletes.
Cost
Cost varies by camp
Organization
Emmaus University
Contact
Hannah Richter
Email
hrichter@emmaus.edu
Phone
(563) 588-8000
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Additional Information
Emmaus University is offering a range of athletic camps this summer! Come ready to grow skill and have fun in a faith based environment. Athletes from beginner to advanced are welcome! Nature Photography
August 2, 2025
Start Time
11:00 a.m.
Location
Swiss Valley Nature Center
Event For
Student and families, all ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Dubuque County Conservation
Contact
Jaquelyn Hochrein
Phone
(563) 556-6745
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Additional Information
We will walk along the woodland ecology trail passing through forest, wetland, and prairie habitats. We will capture many aspects of the natural world around us like insects, plants, wildlife, landscape, and more! Loras College Men’s Basketball Skills Camp
August 4 – August 7, 2025
Start Time
9:00 a.m.
RSVP By
August 3, 2025
Location
Loras College
Event For
Pre-K through 8th Grade
Cost
$159
Organization
Loras College Men's Basketball
Contact
Chris Martin
Phone
(563) 588-7738
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Additional Information
Basketball skills camp hosted by Loras College Men's Basketball coaches and staff. Y(OUR) STORY – Parks and Recreation Department Master Plan
April 1 – August 6, 2025
Location
Various
Event For
All Community Members
Cost
Free
Organization
City of Dubuque
Contact
Dan Kroger
Phone
(563) 589-4310
Website
www.yourstorydubuque.com
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Additional Information
Public Input Opportunity for the City of Dubuque's 1st Parks & Recreation Department Comprehensive Master Plan. Kids emPOWERed Summer YogArt Camp
August 4 – August 7, 2025
Start Time
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Location
Allison Henderson Park, 1500 Loras Blvd, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
Ages 5-11
Cost
$150
Organization
Challenge to Change, Inc.
Contact
Rachel Harwood
Phone
(563) 451-7034
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Additional Information
Join Challenge to Change for an exciting week of YogArt camp, where combining yoga and art creates emPOWERed Kids! Get ready for an unforgettable experience with Ms. Sandra designed to empower, uplift, and inspire. Astronomy Night
August 9, 2025
Start Time
9:00 PM
Location
Swiss Valley Nature Center
Event For
Family
Organization
Dubuque County Conservation
Contact
Jaquelyn Hochrein
Phone
(563) 556-6745
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Additional Information
Join us to view a full moon nicknamed the sturgeon and an alignment of planets that we will be observing with small telescopes. We will also learn about the history of the different moons and how identify constellations. Summer Reading Program
June 2 – August 9, 2025
Location
360 West 11th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
Event For
All Ages
Cost
Free
Organization
Carnegie-Stout Public Library
Contact
Youth Services
Email
youth@carnegiestout.org
Phone
(563) 589-4225
Website
www.carnegiestout.org
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Additional Information
Level up at the library this summer! Join us for a variety of free programs for all ages and sign up for the Summer Reading Program. The concept is simple (and fun!): read books to earn prizes. Kids ages 0 – 17 can sign up at the Children’s Help Desk or online at carnegiestout.org beginning June 2nd DBQ Esports League Summer Camps
June 9 – August 15, 2025
Start Time
8 a.m.
Location
DBQ Esports League Arena
Event For
Elementary and Middle School Students
Cost
$199
Organization
Dubuque Esports League
Contact
Susie Quinn
Email
squinn@dbqesports.org
Phone
(563) 590-9616
Website
https://www.dbqesports.org
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Additional Information
Fortnite, Minecraft and Madden Summer Camps Mindful Musicians
June 5 – August 18, 2025
Location
2230 Central Avenue
Event For
0-6 year olds with caregiver
Cost
$15
Organization
Centrally Rooted
Contact
Jill Klinebriel
Email
Jill@centrallyrooted.com
Phone
(563) 500-7641
Website
Www.centrallyrooted.com
Additional Information
Interactive parent/child class with a focus on development of musical competence, confidence, and self-worth. (Did we mention it is also really FUN?!) Play instruments, sing, dance and enjoy this bonding time with your child. Ages 0 - 6 with adult. Click to sign-up: https://www.centrallyrooted.com/ Preschool and Kindergarten Round Up Day
August 19, 2025
Start Time
8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location
Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For
Children entering pre-k and kindergarten
Organization
Crescent Community Health Center
Contact
Megan Feldpausch
Phone
(563) 690-2402
Website
crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Is your little one ready for their big first day? Crescent is here to help make sure they are healthy and prepared for preschool or kindergarten with required physicals, immunizations, and any needed forms. Sports Physicals
April 2 – August 31, 2025
Location
Crescent Community Health Center 1690 Elm Street, Dubuque
Event For
Student Athletes
Cost
Sliding fee payment or insurance accepted
Organization
Crescent Community Health Center
Contact
Megan Feldpausch
Email
mgeorge@crescentchc.org
Phone
(563) 690-2950
Website
crescentchc.org
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Additional Information
Before the practices begin and the games kick off, make sure your child is ready to play with an up-to-date sports physical from Crescent Community Health Center! Don’t wait until the last minute—appointments fill up fast in late summer! School’s Out Day Camp: Life of a Voyageur
October 10 – October 10, 2025
Start Time
9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m.
RSVP By
October 3, 2025
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K - 5th Grade
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
NMRMA Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Grab your paddle & get ready for an adventure as we uncover the life of the voyageurs on the mighty Mississippi River. Campers will explore the world of these 18th-century fur traders through hands-on experiences, old-world crafts & lively storytelling. School’s Out Day Camp: Slime & Scales
October 30 – October 30, 2025
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
October 23, 2025
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
From gooey snails to slithering snakes, come discover the wild and wiggly world of all things slimy and scaly! Campers will get hands-on with exciting experiments, make their own messy slime, and meet real-life critters. Schools Out Day Camp: Heebie Jeebies
October 31 – October 31, 2025
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
October 24, 2025
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Get into the Halloween spirit as we meet some of nature’s creepiest (and coolest!) critters. From buzzing bugs to crawling creatures without backbones, we’ll explore the wild world of invertebrates and uncover the truth behind their spooky reputations. Iowa Reading Research Center Survey for Parents/Caregivers of K-6 Students
May 26 – December 31, 2025
Location
Virtual
Event For
Caregivers of students in Grades K-6
Cost
Free
Organization
Iowa Reading Research Center
Contact
Leah Zimmermann
Phone
(319) 335-5324
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Additional Information
The Iowa Reading Research Center (IRRC) invites parents and caregivers of K-6 students to complete a brief online survey. Survey results will help the IRRC understand and create resources related to parent/caregiver understanding and perceptions of literacy assessments and related supports. School’s Out Day Camp: Toad-ally in Love
February 13 – February 13, 2026
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
February 6, 2026
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What’s slimy, warty, & jumpy? Frogs, of course! Hop on down to the River Museum to become a frog expert. We’ll have a jumping good time exploring the stages of metamorphosis, conducting our own “frog chorus,” meet some live toads & we'll learn all about Wyoming Toads. Schools Out Day Camp: Kid Carpentry
March 12 – March 12, 2026
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
March 5, 2026
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
From crafting wooden boats to building picture frames, campers will use real tools and materials to bring their own creations to life. We’ll also go behind the scenes with the our exhibit team for an exclusive tour of their workshop and we'll learn how they bring exhibits from blueprint to reality. School’s Out Day Camp: Who Eats What?
March 13 – March 13, 2026
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
March 6, 2026
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
What’s for lunch in the animal kingdom? At this camp, we’ll sink our teeth into the world of herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores! Campers will explore how different animals eat, hunt, graze, and survive—whether they’re munching on plants, chasing prey, or enjoying a little of both. School’s Out Day Camp: Home Tweet Home
April 3 – April 3, 2026
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
March 27, 2026
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Join us as we flap into the world of our feathered friends! We’ll discover what birds eat by taking a close look at their beaks and feet, then lend them a helping wing by making bird feeders and building cozy birdhouses. It’s a hands-on adventure that’s sure to make your spirits soar! School’s Out Day Camp: Deep Sea Divers
April 6 – April 6, 2026
Start Time
9:00a.m-4:00p.m.
RSVP By
March 30, 2026
Location
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Event For
K-5th
Cost
$50 for members, $60 for non-members
Organization
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Contact
Education Department
Email
learning@rivermuseum.org
Phone
(563) 557-9545
Additional Information
Join us as we explore the mysterious world beneath the waves—one of the least explored places on Earth. We’ll search for strange and fascinating creatures like cuttlefish, frilled sharks, anglerfish, and even the elusive giant squid. The deep sea is calling—are you ready to dive in?