School breaks are coming! If you need childcare while school is closed—or simply want to keep your child active—several local recreation centers, YMCA locations, and private studios are offering Fall Break Camps and Thanksgiving Camps.
Use the tables below to compare dates, locations, prices and activities.
Last updated September 27, 2026. Programs, prices and availability may change. Always confirm the final details directly with the camp provider.
Fall Break Camps
Charlotte County Community Services
| Official Camp Name | Location | Dates | Hours | Grades | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harold Ave Single Day Camps 26-27 | Harold Avenue Regional Park, 23400 Harold Ave., Port Charlotte | October 12 | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–5 | $24 | Register |
| Ann and Chuck Single Day Camps 26-27 | Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park, 6961 San Casa Drive, Englewood | October 12 | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–5 | $24 | Register |
| Break Camps Camp Harold Ave 2026-2027 | Harold Avenue Regional Park, 23400 Harold Ave., Port Charlotte | October 19–November 3, weekdays | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–8 | $24/day or from $120/week | Register |
| Break Camps Camp South County 2026-2027 | South County Regional Park, 670 Cooper St., Punta Gorda | October 19–November 3, weekdays | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–8 | $24/day or from $120/week | Register |
Charlotte County camps may include supervised indoor and outdoor games, sports, crafts and recreational activities.
Charlotte County Camp Contacts
• Harold Avenue Regional Park: 941-627-1074
• South County Regional Park: 941-505-8686
• Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park: 941-681-3760
Private & Specialty Fall Break Camps
Looking for something beyond the county programs? These local, independently run studios are also running Fall Break camps this year:
| Official Camp Name | Location | Dates | Hours | Ages | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halloween Fall Break Art Camp – Sunshine Art Studio | 2511 Vasco Street, Suite 119, Punta Gorda | October 26–30 | Morning 9 a.m.–12 p.m. or Afternoon 1–4 p.m. | 7–13 | $225 early-bird (reg. $250) | Register |
| Fall/School Break Day Camp – North Port Gymnastics | 2885 Commerce Pkwy, Unit B, North Port | Call for current dates | Call for hours | 3+ | Call for pricing | Call 941-423-2777 or visit northportgymnastics.com/camp |
| Fall/School Break Day Camp – Horizon Gymnastics & Dance Academy | 285 Adalia Terrace, Port Charlotte | Call for current dates | Call for hours | Varies | Call for pricing | Call 941-627-5342 or visit horizongymnastics.net |
North Port Gymnastics and Horizon Gymnastics & Dance Academy both confirm they run day camps during school breaks (weekly themes, gymnastics/dance/crafts/games), but had not published their exact Fall Break/Thanksgiving 2026 dates or pricing online as of this writing — call ahead to reserve a spot.
Thanksgiving Camps
Charlotte County Community Services
| Official Camp Name | Location | Dates | Hours | Grades | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Break Camps Camp Harold Ave 2026-2027 | Harold Avenue Regional Park, Port Charlotte | November 23–25 | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–8 | $24/day | Register |
| Break Camps Camp South County 2026-2027 | South County Regional Park, Punta Gorda | November 23–25 | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–8 | $24/day | Register |
| Break Camps Camp Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park 2026-2027 | Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park, Englewood | November 23–25 | 7:15 a.m.–6 p.m. | K–8 | $24/day | Register |
Englewood YMCA Thanksgiving Camps
📍 Englewood YMCA
701 Medical Blvd., Englewood
| Date | Official Camp Name | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 23 | 11/23/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Basketball Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 23 | 11/23/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Traditional Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 23 | 11/23/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Slime Time Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | 11/24/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Let’s Paint | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | 11/24/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Soccer Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | 11/24/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Traditional Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 25 | 11/25/2026 Thanksgiving Break Camp- Baseball Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 25 | 11/25/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Savor the Flavor | See registration | Register |
| November 23–25 | 11/23-11/25/26 Thanksgiving Break- Counselor in Training | See registration | Register |
Enter “Thanksgiving” in the YMCA search box and select Englewood YMCA.
For questions, contact Emily Davis at 941-475-1234 or edavis@ymcaswfl.org.
North Port YMCA Thanksgiving Camps
📍 Imagine School North Port
1000 Innovation Way, North Port
| Date | Official Camp Name | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 23 | 11/23/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Basketball Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 23 | 11/23/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Traditional Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 24 | 11/24/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Let’s Paint Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | 11/24/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Traditional Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
| November 25 | 11/25/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Soccer Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 25 | 11/25/2026 Thanksgiving Break- Traditional Camp | Approx. $34–$42 | Register |
Enter “Thanksgiving” in the YMCA search box and look for programs held at Imagine School North Port.
For questions, contact Emily Davis at 941-475-1234 or edavis@ymcaswfl.org.
Venice YMCA Thanksgiving Camps
These camps may be convenient for families in South Venice and nearby Englewood.
📍 Venice YMCA
701 Center Road, Venice
| Date | Official Camp Name | Price | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 23 | SLIME Camp Monday 11/23 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 23 | Traditional Camp Monday 11/23 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 23 | Floor Hockey Camp Sports Monday 11/23 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | Traditional Camp Tuesday 11/24 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 24 | Lets Paint Camp Tuesday 11/24 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
| November 25 | Traditional Camp Wednesday 11/25 Thanksgiving Camp | See registration | Register |
Enter “Thanksgiving” in the YMCA search box and select Venice YMCA.
For questions, call 941-492-9622.
Before You Register
Please confirm:
- Your child’s age or grade eligibility
- Exact drop-off and pickup times
- Current availability
- Member and non-member prices
- Whether lunch, snacks and a water bottle are required
- Cancellation and refund policies
Most Thanksgiving Camps run only through Wednesday, November 25. Thanksgiving Day is Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Know of another local Fall Break or Thanksgiving Camp in Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Englewood, Rotonda, North Port or South Venice? Contact Macaroni KID Port Charlotte–Punta Gorda so we can add it to this guide!
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