Day Camps
Our camps combine a carefully crafted blend of science, exploration, games and crafts providing children the opportunity to learn and play throughout the beauty of VanDusen Botanical Garden, while fostering positive stewardship of the environment. Days are spent almost entirely outdoors with access to indoor and covered spaces available in extreme weather.
Our outdoor camps create a unique learning experience tailored for children ages 5-10. Please note that all campers must be at least 5 years old and have completed or currently be attending kindergarten.
Summer Camps 2025
Camp Dates: Weeks (excluding stats), June 30 to August 22
Summer Camp registration OPEN NOW!
View camp themes and register here.
Summer Camp Fees:
| Registration Type | Garden Members | Non-Members |
| 4-Day Camp | $291.60 | $324 |
| 4-Day After Care (until 5 pm) | $54.72 | $60.80 |
| 5-Day Camp | $364.50 | $405 |
| 5-Day After Care (until 5 pm) | $68.40 | $76 |
Pro-D Camps
Pro-D Camp Fees:
| Garden Members | $72.90 per day |
| Non-Members | $81 per day |
Pro-D Camps at VanDusen Botanical Garden take place entirely outdoors and require children attending to be at least 5 years of age on the date of the program and have completed or currently be attending kindergarten.
Are VBGA Pro-D Camps the right fit for your child?
Learn more here.
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Membership Saves
Family or Individual plus one child memberships receive discounts and priority registration for camps.
Cancellation Policy
If you would like to cancel your registration, please provide a written request at least three weeks (21 days) in advance of the start of the program(s) to [email protected]. If we receive the request with the required notice and are able to fill the spot, we will provide a refund minus a $15 administrative fee. If we receive the request with the required notice and are unable to fill the spot, we will provide an equivalent credit to be used in future programs, valid for 365 days.
No refunds or credits (either complete or partial) will be issued for the following:
- Requests made with less than three weeks’ (21 days’) notice.
- Requests made over the phone, by voicemail, or in person.
- Expulsion due to disruptive/unsafe behaviour or inappropriate fit for program, or similar.
- Absence from a program due to illness, family matters, injury, travel, or similar.
- Public Health Regulations/Restrictions, as mandated by the Federal and Provincial governments
Program cancellation by the VBGA due to Public Health Restrictions will result in education program credit equivalent to the value lost.
Camp Bursaries
The Vancouver Botanical Gardens Association is pleased to provide bursaries for families in financial need.
Bursaries are available on a limited basis for all camps programs. Please indicate which date/theme/cohort you would like covered under the bursary when you submit the application form by email.
Apply for a bursary here or contact [email protected] or 604-257-8443 for more information.
Here’s what parents have to say about our camps!
“Excellent protocols, best of any camp of school we attended.”
“This summer it was wonderful for him to have time to socialize and play with other kids – he has some good social distance games he can now share with friends.”
“This camp has ignited a spark – that it’s cool to be interested in nature, and all that’s in it.”
“My child gained an appreciation for plants, nature, and relationships humans have with nature.”
“The leaders were enthusiastic, professional and caring, and got to know my child really quickly.”
Contact Us
For camp-related inquiries, please contact Natasha Friedmann (Youth Programs Manager) at [email protected] or call 604-257-8443.
