JCYS Big City Winter Camp in Lincoln Square Ravenswood

Winter Break Camp for Grades K-5 in Chicago

Big City Winter Camp keeps the second week of winter break full of endless fun for K-5 campers, right at JCYS Lincoln Square.

Over 3.5 days, from Monday, December 28 to Thursday, December 31, campers will participate in activities that turn the cold winter break into something warm, silly, and memorable.

A baby wearing a striped shirt crawls on a play mat indoors. A plush giraffe toy is on the mat beside the baby. Shelves and chairs are visible in the background.

The details, made simple.

Big City Winter Camp Program Information

Hours & Schedule

Monday, December 28: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday, December 29: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday, December 30: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday, December 31: 7:30 am – 1:00 pm

Tuition Information

Winter 2026: December 28, 2026 – January 31, 2026

Schedule

K-5th Graders

Full Week

$325/child (lunch included)

Register

Enrollment Process

New to JCYS? Visit our Register page for the full enrollment process.

JCYS reserves the right to cancel Big City Winter Camp if minimum enrollment is not met.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Growing with your family.

Big City Day Camp

Rising K-5

Field trips, swimming, and creative arts build friendship and confidence across a summer of city adventures.

Program Snapshot

Location

Lincoln Square Ravenswood

Age Range

K – 5th Graders

Hours

Monday, Dec 28 – 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday, Dec 29 – 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday, Dec 30 – 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday, Dec 21 – 7:30 am – 1:00 pm

Program Type

Full Week Camp

2026-27 Enrollment Status

Open


More at Lincoln Square Ravenswood

Ready for an unforgettable winter break?

Reserve your camper’s spot at JCYS Lincoln Square, or reach out with any questions; our camp team is happy to help you plan the perfect winter break.

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