Shedd Aquarium - Camp Shedd: Summer Splash (Museum Campus, Chicago) camp guide

This camp may not be running. Check with the camp before making plans.

Shedd Aquarium - Camp Shedd: Summer Splash (Museum Campus, Chicago)

A historical aquarium camp involving aquatic animals, habitat exploration, crafts and outdoor games. Its return has not been confirmed.

Historical program: rising grades K–5

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.

format

One-week Summer Splash for children entering K–5. The separate Summer Road Trip program covered grades 6–8.

Year not stated

Location

Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago.

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Getting updates

The provider’s email signup offers a Family and Children Programs interest to hear when camp returns.

Year not stated

More practical details

Program status

Shedd says Summer Splash and Summer Road Trip were paused for summers 2024, 2025 and 2026 while spaces change. No 2027 restart is promised.

2026 information
Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

Official camp pause notice and historical description

Program paused through 2026 · 2027 return not confirmed · Program paused through 2026; future return unconfirmed

Program statusOfficial pause notice reviewed September 2026Official camp pause notice and historical description
Historical formatHistorical program descriptionOfficial camp pause notice and historical description
LocationOfficial aquarium addressOfficial camp pause notice and historical description
Getting updatesCurrent provider pageOfficial camp pause notice and historical description

Questions to ask the camp

  • Whether camp returns in 2027, eligibility, dates, fees and all operating details.
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