Spring Break Camps & Classes for Des Moines Kids

Spring Break Camps & Classes for Des Moines Kids

School holidays seem to pile up this time of the year. You’ve just gotten back into your routine and its already time to plan for spring break, which runs from March 11-15, 2024 for most public school kids in the Des Moines area. So, whether you’re entertaining a budding naturalist, an aspiring artist, or a sports enthusiast, there’s a camp or class to satisfy seemingly every interest.

For more spring break ideas, be sure to check out our Calendar and keep an eye out for our round up of spring break activities.

Here’s 15 Spring Break Camps & Classes for Kids in Des Moines:

Science and Nature Camps & Classes

Spring Safari Camp at Blank Park Zoo

7401 SW 9th Street • Des Moines, IA 50315 • (515) 974-2590

This fun-packed camp will consist of hands-on lessons, games, art, zoo exploration, and live animal encounters.  Monday through Wednesday, March 11-13, 2024. 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. (Children must be registered for each day separately)

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Spring Break Day Camp: ARTrageous!

909 Robert D. Ray Drive • Des Moines, IA 50309 • (515) 323-6290

Celebrate spring and the botanical world with your artistic skills during this two-day camp. Campers explore a variety of art mediums: watercolor pencils, air dry clay, and air plant sculptures while using the Garden as inspiration. Offered March 12-13 OR March 14-15, 2024 at 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Spring Break at Living History Farms

11121 Hickman Roard • Urbandale, IA 50322 • (515) 278-5286

Dig into history this spring break at Living History Farms.  Sign your child in grades 1-6 up for an engaging week of hands-on, interactive activities. Camps are offered by age Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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Sports Camps & Classes

RP Kids Spring Break Day Camp

6500 Grand Avenue • West Des Moines, IA 50266 • (515) 440-4820

The RecPlex is THE place to be this spring break.  This camp will provide the opportunity to play many different sports, activities, arts and crafts, Esports and more.  Lunch and snacks are included.  March 11-15, 2024 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.  Kids can attend one or all five days.

Spring Break Day Camps hosted by Jester Park Equestrian Center

11171 NW 103rd Court • Granger, IA 50109 • (515) 999-2818

Join JPEC for an afternoon of horseback riding and equine education during spring break. Each day they will have activities and education designed for kids ages 5-12. All spring break day camps run from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm, March 11-14, 2024. Registration is required.

Spring Break Camps at Climb Iowa

3605 SE Miehe Drive • Grimes, IA 50111 • (515) 986-2565

Send your kids on a rock climbing adventure! Climb Iowa’s unique camps will engage your child’s mind and body while keeping them active and teaching them new skills.  Session 1 is March 11-12 and Session 2 is March 13-14, 2024. Camp times for each session is 9:00 am to 4:30 pm. For ages: 8 – 12.

Springbreak Baseball Camp Grand Slam USA

4137 120th Street • Urbandale IA 50323 • (515) 278-1070

Grand Slam Spring Break Baseball Camp will consist of instruction in hitting, pitching, bunting, baserunning, fielding, and other playing skills.  The camp is scheduled March 11-15, 2024.  The camp is designed for youth ages 7-12 years of age and players will be grouped by age and/or skill level.  Camp hours are 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, they also offer an extended care option.

Spring Break Riding Camp

Stage Coach Stables • 1568 Stagecoach Road • Ames, IA • (515) 520-2021

Riding camps provide educational experiences for children ages 6 to 12. Campers will learn how to safely interact with and care for horses and ponies. Camps are offered March 11-15, 2024 at 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Sign up for one camp (or more!) and watch your child grow in knowledge, confidence, and horseback riding skill!

Theater & Arts Camps & Classes

Des Moines Art Center Spring Break Camps: Imagination Abounds!

4700 Grand Avenue • Des Moines, IA 50312 • (515) 277-4405

Join the Des Moines Art Center during spring break for a week of inspired artmaking in the studios! Campers in grades 1-5 will learn techniques in painting, drawing, and ceramics while also making new friends and gaining new skills. Guided tours will help campers explore the creative processes of the artists in the museum’s collection.  March 11-15, 2024 starting at 9:00 am.

DSM Art Club Spring Break Day Camp

1501 Ingersoll Avenue, Suite 100 • Des Moines, IA 50309(515) 257-6625

Ramp up the fun during your spring break and attend DSM Art Club Summer Day Camp! Young artists will create three unique art projects, enjoy a picnic lunch at Pappa John Sculpture Park, play bingo, games and more! Monday March 11, 2024 from 9:00am to 3:00pm.

Spring Break Camps at Des Moines Playhouse

831 42nd Street • Des Moines, IA 50312 • (515) 277-6261

Kids in grades K-8 can participate in three different themed performance camps.  Camps run March 11-15, 2024, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.  Students should bring a lunch and a snack to full-day camps. Extended care is available for Spring Break camp.

Magicamp! Ankeny Parks & Recreation

Lakeside Center • 400 NW Lakeshore Drive • Ankeny, IA 50023 • (515) 963-3570

Magicamp is for kids ages 7-15 who like to have fun. You’ll spend two days learning from professional magician Lee Cole on how to entertain and amaze your friends, family and classmates.  March 12 and 14, 2024, 9:00 to 11:45 am.

All Day Spring Break Camps

Camp Fire – School Day Off Camps

Multiple Locations • (515) 274-1501

School Day Off camps for kids ages 5-12 bring all the fun of summer to one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from designated community sites (Ames, Boone and Des Moines), a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities.  March 11 – 15, 2024, 7:00 am to 5:30 pm.

Kids Club at Altoona Campus

1500 8th Street SW • Altoona, IA 50009 • (515) 967-0788

Kids Club full-day programs are offered on regularly-scheduled Southeast Polk Community School breaks including spring break.  The program is offered to kids in Kindergarten-6th grade and you don’t have to be enrolled in the SEP School District to attend.

1192 166th Drive #1 • Boone, IA 50036 • (515) 432-7558

Spend spring break at Y Camp in Boone.  Programming starts at 9:00 am and ends at 4:30 pm, March 11-15, 2024.  Spend your day doing all sorts of games and activities! On Thursday Night sign up for the optional overnight stay and stay in their comfortable cabins.

Will your kids be attending a camp or class in Des Moines over spring  break?  If so, which one? 

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