Flour on the counter, sprinkles everywhere, and tiny chefs grinning from ear to earβ¦ this is the kind of summer magic weβre talking about πβ¨
Cooking & baking camps are the perfect mix of fun, creativity, and real-life skills. Kids arenβt just playing with foodβ¦ theyβre learning how to measure, mix, follow directions, and maybe even make dinner one night (we can dream, right? π). From cupcake decorating to full-on chef experiences, these camps give kids confidence in the kitchen while letting their imaginations run wild.
And letβs be honestβ¦ thereβs something extra sweet about camps where the reward is something you can actually eat ππ§
Whether your kiddo is a future MasterChef or just loves getting their βsticky little fingersβ into frosting, this list is packed with some of the best local options to get them cooking up something amazing this summer ππ
π Pro tip: Many of these camps (especially the hidden gems!) pop up on Facebook and fill FASTβ¦ so if something catches your eye, snag that spot before itβs gone!
π Colorado Springs (schools, community locations, private camps)
π§ Ages: 5β14+
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Dates: Multiple weeks Summer 2026 (varies by location)
π° Cost: Typically $300β$350/week (varies by program)
π 303-648-4078
π https://stickyfingerscooking.com
β¨ What makes them GOLD:
Hands-on cooking (kids actually cook full recipes)
Focus on nutrition + kitchen safety
Chef-led classes
Allergy-friendly + inclusive
π They offer in-person camps, school-hosted camps, AND private at-home camps
π Colorado Springs (your home πβ¨)
π§ Ages: Flexible
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Dates: Custom scheduling
π° Cost: Custom pricing
π https://stickyfingerscooking.com
π‘ This is one of those hidden gems most people donβt know about
π Small group = BIG experience
π Colorado Springs (varies by host site)
π§ Ages: 6β15
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Dates: Typically JuneβAugust (varies yearly)
π° Cost: ~$250β$400
π Check local listings / FB events
β¨ Themes like:
Baking bootcamp
International cuisine
MasterChef-style challenges
These pop up FAST on Facebook and sell out quick:
π§ Small Cake Shops / Home Bakers
π Colorado Springs / Falcon / Monument
π§ Ages: 6+
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Dates: Scattered weeks all summer
π° Cost: $40β$150 (short camps/workshops)
β¨ Common offerings:
Cupcake decorating camps
Cookie decorating
βMom & Meβ baking days
π These are almost EXCLUSIVELY found on FB events & local groups
π Castle Rock / Castle Pines / Parker
π§ Ages: 5β12
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Dates: Multiple weeks Summer 2026
π° Cost: ~$300β$350
π https://stickyfingerscooking.com
β¨ Often hosted at:
Schools
Community centers
Enrichment programs
π Lone Tree
π§ Ages: 7β17
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Dates: Weekly camps JuneβAugust
π° Cost: ~$250β$400
π https://www.surlatable.com
β¨ SUPER popular:
Baking camps
Teen chef intensives
βAround the Worldβ cooking
π Pueblo
π§ Ages: Varies
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Dates: Limited summer sessions
π° Cost: Usually affordable/free
β¨ Often hosted through:
Community centers
Extension programs
Nonprofits
π These are VERY FB-dependent finds