The epilogue

We've been receiving some queries recently via owl post, so I guess it's time to make it official. Georgia and I regret to announce that Harry Potter Camp Elmhurst will not continue this year: in May we'll both graduate from college and start new chapters of our lives. That unfortunately means ending camp, at least for the foreseeable future.

We're so grateful to everyone who has supported this dream of ours throughout the years and allowed us to bring the magical world of Harry Potter to life for our amazing campers. We've been lucky to meet every creative young witch and wizard who has attended Chicagwarts during our seven sessions and to work with all of the incredible counselors and volunteers who made camp happen with us. It wasn't always easy or straightforward, but it was always fun thanks to everyone's enthusiasm and imagination.

In the interest of anyone who may be inspired to create their own Harry Potter experience at home, I've been working on a website that documents our behind-the-scenes experiences and secrets. Keep an eye out here for updates on when that will be fully available!

Once again, thank you so much for four fantastic years of witchcraft and wizardry.

Caroline and Georgia

2016 Registration Open

Harry Potter Camp Year 4

Harry Potter Camp returns to Elmhurst for the 4th consecutive summer, this year taking place during 2 sessions: the first from August 1 to August 5, and the second from August 8-12. Young witches and wizards will get the full Hogwarts experience as they participate in magical classes, a Triwizard Tournament, Quidditch matches and more.

Returning campers will participate in advanced second-year classes for double the fun, as well as join in activities and games with first-year students.

        

WHAT: A week-long summer camp centered around themed activities, outdoor recreation, learning, and reading Harry Potter.

WHEN: Session 1 August 1-5, 8am-12pm (Session 1 is full); Session 2 August 8-12, 8am-12pm

WHERE: Epiphany Lutheran Church* (314 W Vallette Street, Elmhurst IL)

WHY: To encourage kids to read and explore their imaginations!

WHO: Kids ages 8-12, including those who attended last year
Note: campers interested in joining us for a third year should e-mail us before registering

COST: $160 covers a wand, t-shirt, stuffed pet, cauldron, and various crafting supplies, all of which campers get to take home with them after camp ends! See registration form for more details.

Go to the "Registration" tab at the top of the page to sign up. The final deadline for signing up is Friday, July 1.

*We are extremely grateful to Epiphany for once again allowing us to use their facilities (they are awesome hosts), however Harry Potter Camp is not affiliated with any religion.

2015 Registration Open

Coming Summer 2015: Harry Potter Camp Year 3

Similar to last year's camp, we will be hosting another week of exciting wizarding classes for all the young witches and wizards of the Chicagoland area! Campers will make potions, learn the art of spellcasting, meet magical creatures, play the wizarding sport of Quidditch, and much more.

Returning campers will participate in advanced second-year classes for double the fun, as well as join in activities and games with first-year students.

WHAT: A summer camp centered around themed recreational activities as well as reading and learning about Harry Potter

WHEN: Session 1 -- June 8-12, 8 am-12 pm (FULL)
              Session 2 -- August 3-7, 8am-12pm

WHERE: Epiphany Lutheran Church* (314 W Vallette Street, Elmhurst IL)

WHY: To encourage kids to read and explore their imaginations

WHO: Kids ages 8-12

COST: $145 covers a wand, t-shirt, stuffed pet, cauldron, and various crafting supplies, all of which campers get to take home with them after camp ends! See registration form for more details.

Go to the "Registration" tab at the top of the page to sign up. The final deadline for signing up for Session 1 is Friday, May 22. The deadline for Session 2 is Friday, July 17.

*We are extremely grateful to Epiphany for once again allowing us to use their facilities (they are awesome hosts), however Harry Potter Camp is not affiliated with any religion.

Registration 2014 Open!

Harry Potter Camp will be happening again this summer!
We are very excited to announce that camp will take place at Epiphany Lutheran Church this year.*

The format of the camp is different this year, with 4 hours a day for 1 week (instead of 2 weeks). Take this opportunity to brush up on your magic skills. We are looking forward to lots of cool classes, including a second year curriculum for returning campers, as well as other classes like Defense Against the Dark Arts and Care of Magical Creatures, Quidditch games, and many more fun activities!

WHAT: A summer camp centered around themed recreational activities as well as reading and learning about Harry Potter.

WHEN: June 9-13, 8 am-12 pm

WHERE: Epiphany Lutheran Church* (314 W Vallette Street, Elmhurst IL)

WHY: To encourage kids to read

WHO: Kids ages 8-12

COST: $145 covers a t-shirt, stuffed pet, broomstick, and various crafting supplies, all of which campers get to take home with them! See registration form for more details.

Go to the "Registration" tab at the top of the page to register. The final deadline for signing up is Sunday, May 25.

*We are very grateful to Epiphany for allowing us to use their facilities, but please note that Harry Potter Camp is not affiliated with any religion.

Registration 2013 Open!

This summer, fans of J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series will be excited to know that the creators of last year's Percy Jackson Camp are running a Harry Potter-themed summer camp this year. The format of the camp is different, with 2 hours a day for two weeks of classes Hogwarts Summer School. Take this opportunity to brush up on your magic skills in at one of our two sessions. We are looking forward to cool classes like Potions and Divination, Quidditch games, and many more fun activities!

WHAT: A backyard camp centered around themed recreational activities as well as reading and learning about Harry Potter.

WHEN: Session 1: June 17-28, M-F 9-11am

Session 2:  July 8-19, M-F 9-11am

WHERE: Hogwarts Summer School, 301 N Addison Ave, Elmhurst, IL

WHY: To encourage kids to read

WHO: Kids ages 8-11

COST: $75 covers a t-shirt, stuffed pet, broomstick, and various crafting supplies. See registration packet for more details.

Go to the "Registration" tab at the top of the page to register by Saturday June 1 for Session 1.