Alive Outside Summer Camps 2026 – active, fun-filled weeks for children aged 7 to 13 across Dublin and Wicklow. Four locations, sport, adventure and new friends. Book now at www.aliveoutside.ie
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Alive Outside Summer Camps are back for 2026, offering children aged 7 to 13 a brilliant week of sport, outdoor adventure and creative challenges across four locations in Dublin and Wicklow.
Each camp week is carefully designed to keep children active, social and engaged from the moment they arrive. With a fresh mix of activities every day, no two days feel the same.
Whether a child loves sport, thrives on teamwork or enjoys creative problem solving, there is something for everyone at Alive Outside.
€30 Deposit Now Available – Secure a Place Today
For a limited time, families can secure a child’s place at an Alive Outside Summer Camp 2026 with a €30 deposit. The remaining balance is due approximately 60 days later in mid to late April.
This flexible payment option makes it easy to lock in a place early and spread the cost closer to the camp dates.
The deposit option is only available during February and March – and with March now underway, time is running out. Demand is strong every year and popular weeks fill up quickly, so early booking is strongly recommended.
Secure a place with a €30 deposit: www.aliveoutside.ie
Summer Camp Prices 2026
Alive Outside Summer Camps provide excellent value. We offer family discounts for households enrolling multiple children, though specific pricing is dependent on the camp location.
Each additional child after the first receives €10 off, making Alive Outside an excellent option for families with two or more children looking to book the same camp week.
Summer Camp Locations in Dublin & Wicklow 2026
Alive Outside Summer Camps run across four venues in 2026 – two of which are brand new locations. Whether families are based in south Dublin, north Dublin, the city centre or Bray, there is a camp close by.
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Summer Camp Rathgar, Dublin 6 – The High School
The High School in Rathgar hosts four weeks of Alive Outside Summer Camps during the 2026 summer holidays.
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 6th – Fri 10th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 13th – Fri 17th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 20th – Fri 24th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 10th – Fri 14th August
Book the Rathgar summer camp: Summer Camp Rathgar – The High School
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NEW – Summer Camp Swords, Co. Dublin – Coláiste Choilm
Swords is a brand new Alive Outside location for 2026, based at Coláiste Choilm. One week of camp is available, making it the ideal option for north Dublin families.
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 27th – Fri 31st July
Book the Swords summer camp: Summer Camp Swords – Coláiste Choilm
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NEW – Summer Camp TUD Grangegorman, Dublin 7
TUD Grangegorman is also a new Alive Outside venue for 2026, bringing summer camps to Dublin city centre for the first time. One week of camp is available.
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 17th – Fri 21st August
Book the Grangegorman summer camp: Summer Camp TUD Grangegorman
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Summer Camp Bray, Co. Wicklow – Killruddery Estate
Killruddery Estate in Bray is the flagship Alive Outside location, offering the most camp weeks of any venue in 2026 – nine weeks running from late June through to the end of August.
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 29th June – Fri 3rd July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 6th – Fri 10th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 13th – Fri 17th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 20th – Fri 24th July
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 27th – Fri 31st July
- 4-Day Camp: Tues 4th – Fri 7th August
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 10th – Fri 14th August
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 17th – Fri 21st August
- 5-Day Camp: Mon 24th – Fri 28th August
Book the Bray summer camp: Summer Camp Bray – Killruddery
What Happens at an Alive Outside Summer Camp?
Every day at Alive Outside brings a different mix of activities. Children move between team sports, outdoor adventure challenges, creative missions and strategy games – keeping energy and enthusiasm high throughout the day.
Activities across the week include:
- Active team sports and group games
- Outdoor adventure and exploration challenges
- Creative building and problem solving tasks
- Strategy missions and group competitions
- Bubble Football, Lazer Tag and the Alive Outside Olympics
Children are grouped by age and supported by experienced Instructors. The focus is always on encouragement, inclusion and teamwork. Many children arrive at camp not knowing anyone and leave at the end of the week with new friendships and plenty of great memories.
New for 2026: Adventure-Led STEM
For 2026, Alive Outside is introducing Adventure-Led STEM as a core part of the camp programme.
STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths – but at Alive Outside it never feels like a classroom. Children work through real challenges and team missions that build practical thinking skills through action and play. There are no worksheets and no sitting still.
This makes Alive Outside one of the few summer camps in Dublin and Wicklow to combine outdoor adventure with genuine skills development in a fun, active way.
Day Trip to Killruddery Adventure Centre
Every camp week – regardless of location – includes a special day trip by bus to the Alive Outside Adventure Centre at Killruddery Estate in Bray. Home to the famous Hell & Back Junior obstacle course and Ireland’s Fittest Family.
During the trip, children take part in:
- HELL & BACK Junior – fun obstacle challenges including climbing, crawling and teamwork tasks that build confidence and create plenty of laughs
- Outdoor team missions – group challenges solved through strategy and cooperation
- Large scale adventure games in a wide-open outdoor setting
For many children, the Killruddery day trip is the highlight of the entire week.
Looking for Summer Camps Near You in Dublin or Wicklow?
With four locations across the greater Dublin area and Wicklow, Alive Outside Summer Camps are within easy reach for most families.
Killruddery Estate in Bray is popular with families from south Dublin, Dun Laoghaire, Greystones and across Wicklow. The Swords and Grangegorman venues make it easy for families in north Dublin and the city centre. Rathgar serves families throughout Dublin 6 and the surrounding southside suburbs.
How to Book an Alive Outside Summer Camp 2026
Spaces fill up quickly every year. Early booking is strongly recommended, especially where siblings or groups of friends want to attend the same week.
The €30 deposit option is currently available but closes at the end of March. Booking now means securing a place with a small upfront payment, with the balance due in mid to late April.
All bookings are made online through the Alive Outside website:
https://www.aliveoutside.ie/sector/birthday-parties-camps/camps
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Frequently Asked Questions – Alive Outside Summer Camps 2026
What age are Alive Outside Summer Camps for?
Alive Outside Summer Camps are designed for children aged 7 to 13. Children are grouped by age throughout the week so that activities are always appropriate and engaging.
How much do the summer camps cost?
The cost varies depending on the specific location.
Is there a deposit option available?
Yes. A €30 deposit option is currently available, allowing families to secure a place now and pay the remaining balance in mid to late April. This option is only available during February and March, so time is limited.
Where are the summer camps located?
In 2026, camps run at four venues: The High School in Rathgar (Dublin 6), Coláiste Choilm in Swords (north Dublin), TUD Grangegorman (Dublin 7) and Killruddery Estate in Bray (Co. Wicklow). Swords and Grangegorman are brand new locations for 2026.
How long does each camp last?
Most camps run Monday to Friday – five full days. There is one 4-day camp at Killruddery running Tuesday 4th to Friday 7th August.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Alive Outside programme is designed to run regardless of the weather. We always factor the unpredictability of the Irish summer into our daily planning. Should Met Éireann issue an Orange Weather Warning, however, we will contact parents to make alternative arrangements.
Can children attend with friends?
Yes. Children who want to attend the same week as friends are encouraged to book early together, as specific weeks can fill up quickly and spaces are limited.
Is a day trip included in every camp?
Yes. Every camp week includes a bus trip to the Alive Outside Adventure Centre at Killruddery Estate in Bray, regardless of which location a child is booked into.
What is Adventure-Led STEM?
Adventure-Led STEM is new for 2026. It uses team missions and hands-on outdoor challenges to build Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths thinking skills in a fun, active way – with no classroom or worksheets involved.
Are the camp staff experienced and qualified?
Yes. All Alive Outside camps are run by experienced Instructors who focus on encouragement, participation and inclusion. Children are always supervised and grouped appropriately by age.
How do I book a place?
All bookings are made online at www.aliveoutside.ie. A €30 deposit option is currently available until the end of March. Dates, locations and live availability are all listed on the website.
What if I want to book more than one week?
Families can book multiple weeks across different locations. Children who attend more than one week will experience fresh activities and meet different groups of children each time.
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Book an Alive Outside Summer Camp 2026
Alive Outside Summer Camps give children aged 7 to 13 a week packed with sport, adventure, new friends and unforgettable moments. With four locations across Dublin and Wicklow, family discounts and a €30 deposit option currently available, there has never been a better time to book.
The deposit option closes at the end of March. Spaces are limited. Book early to avoid disappointment.
Visit www.aliveoutside.ie to view all camp dates and secure a place today.