You know the feeling. Christmas Day at around 11 a.m. Shreds of torn wrapping paper and a sea of toys are now the carpet of your living room. Pieces and parts of multiple board games are mixed together in a pile on top of the wrapping paper flooring. And you wonder, “Why did I buy all these toys?!”
Consider swapping out some of those material gifts for an experience gift: The gift of camp. It’s much tidier. It won’t lose its luster before Christmas dinner. And it’s a gift that keeps on giving.
If you don’t know where to start researching which kids’ camp is best for your family, Northeast Ohio Parent is here for you with two Camp, School and Fun Fairs. Conveniently at eastside and westside locations, there’s something for everyone. It’s an opportunity for parents to have face-to-face conversations with dozens of camp representatives in the area, and it provides an indoor space for kids to have an adventure at a time when winter weather seems to linger.
Held in early March, it’s a peak time of year when schools are also reaching out to parents who are making educational decisions for the fall. So why not explore both camps and schools in a fun-filled environment? It’s a win-win for parents and kids.
Here’s the breakdown:
- Free admission
- Meet with dozens of camps and schools under one roof
- Largest camp and school fairs in the region
- Jungle Terry & Friends performing! Time TBA
- Glitter tattoos
- FREE tote bag for the first 125 families at each location (online registration required)
- Activities, giveaways, fun + more!
Discover your passion at the westside location:
- SouthPark Mall at 500 Southpark Center in Strongsville on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Seek new experiences at the eastside location:
- Adrenaline Monkey at 26800 Renaissance Parkway in Warrensville Heights on Sunday, March 2, 2025 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Kids and their parents can choose to explore the vendor area for free AND stay and play at each location for 50% off the regular rate.
** Keep in mind, you only need to register once per family.
Here’s a peek at last year’s Camp Fair Sponsors & Exhibitors.
It’s your opportunity to be face to face with this year’s sponsors:
- Lake Ridge Academy
- University School
- Hawken School
- Camp NEOSA
Here’s a peek at this year’s exhibitors:
- Girl Scouts of North East Ohio
- The Mandel Jewish Community Center
- Julie Billiart Schools
- Musicology
- Wanake Camp and Retreat Center
- Soccer Stars
- Steve and Kate’s Camp
- Young Chef’s Academy of Northeast Ohio
- i9 Sports
- United Skates of America
- YMCA STORER CAMPS
- YMCA CAMP KON-O-KWEE SPENCER
- YMCA OF GREATER CLEVELAND
- Camp Tippacanoe
- Visit Mickey
- Ethlete Lab Academy
- Huntington Learning Center
- Albert Einstein Academy of Ohio
- Goldfish Swim School — Strongsville
- Camp Christopher
- Camp Tippacanoe
- Goldfish Swim School – Cleveland East Side
- The Little Gym of Shaker Heights
- Mathnasium of Beachwood
- Cleveland Institute of Music
- Accel Schools
- Kelly’s Working Well Farm Summer Camp
- Shaw JCC
- Kids Country Medina
- Sweet Kiddles flexible child care
Come ready to explore. We are so excited to see you there!
