Chicago Botanic Garden Camp CBG camp guide
Chicago Botanic Garden Camp CBG
Garden-based science, nature, ecology, art and cooking, with half-day and full-day choices.
PreK–grade 7; separate toddler and leadership options
Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.
Ages & groups
Green Sprouts: PreK–K; Green Thumbs: grades 1–2; Explorers: 3–4; Trailblazers: 5–7. Leadership: 8–10. My First Camp ages 2–3 has its own format.
2026 informationLocation
Regenstein Learning Campus, Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, Illinois.
2026 informationDates & hours
June 8–August 7, 2026. Many camps run 9:30am–noon, 12:30–3pm or 9:30am–3pm; choose the specific session. Care spans 7:30–9:30am and 3–5:30pm where offered.
2026 informationMore practical details
Food & packing
Bring water, nut-free snacks and a nut-free lunch that needs no refrigeration. Dress for outdoor and messy activities.
2026 informationEnrollment
Health-history instructions arrive through CampDoc after registration. Household Plus membership offers discounts and earlier registration; confirm session pricing.
2026 informationSources and last checked
Last checked 2026-09-23.
2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Published program requirements; see source years below
Questions to ask the camp
- 2027 dates, tuition, care fees, cancellation terms and friend requests.
- Exact age cutoffs and whether an adult must attend the toddler offering.