ACA NY - NJ

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-21 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Morris Museum | 6 Normandy Heights Rd, Morristown, NJ

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-22 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Village of Ridgewood Community Center | 131 N. Maple Ave, Ridgewood, NJ

New Jersey Kids Camp Fair
2026-02-28 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NJ Families to Discover the Best Summer Camps for 2026!
Join us this winter for our New Jersey Camp Fairs — open to all parents with children from Pre-K through high school. Meet camp directors, gather information, ask questions, and take advantage of early bird discounts. Learn how your child can have an unforgettable summer filled with growth, friendship, and fun.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Menlo Park Mall | 55 Parsonage Rd, Edison, NJ

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-01 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Allen-Stevenson School | 132 East 78th Street, New York City

Women in Camp Meetup: Plan Your Tri-State Experience
2026-03-04 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Virtual via Zoom
Join us for our next Women in Camping meeting on Wednesday, March 4, at 10:00 AM EST! We’ll be talking all things Tri-State! From reviewing session options, helping you choose your schedule, to sharing tips on what to expect. Come connect, get advice, ask questions, make plans, and feel confident heading into the conference.
This meetup is open to all who identify as women in the camp industry. It’s a chance to connect with others who share your experiences, talk about the realities of being a woman in camp, and explore what’s on your mind. Come ready to share, listen, and be part of a supportive community. Whether you’re new to camp or have been part of the field for years, this space is for you.
Please register to receive the Zoom link.

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-07 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Maria Regina High School| 500 West Hartsdale Avenue, Hartsdale, NY 10530

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-08 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Congregation Beth Elohim | 274 Garfield Place, Brooklyn, NY 11215

2026 Tri-State CAMP Conference
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-12 | NY
Join the ACA, NY and NJ at the largest gathering of summer camp professionals in the world. The premiere conference for the youth development industry focusing on summer camps with over 170 sessions, an exhibit hall with over 325 booths & networking with over 3,200 peers. The best face to face event of the year.

New York Family Camp Fair
2026-03-15 | NY
Don’t Miss a Free Opportunity for NY Families to Discover Great Summer Camps for 2026!Join us at the upcoming camp fairs brought to you by New York Family. All parents with children in Pre-K through high school are welcome. You’ll have a chance to:

Meet camp directors

Pick up materials and ask questions

Take advantage of early-bird discounts

Explore options for a summer full of fun, growth and new friends

Fairs run during the winter months—so now’s the time to plan ahead and secure your spot.
Parents: RSVP here (we’ll send you reminders!)
Location: Fastbreakers of New York| 236 Richmond Valley Road, Staten Island, NY

Camps for Disabilities & Diagnoses Affinity Group Meeting
2026-04-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual via Zoom
This affinity group (fka Special Needs Camps) is for camps that serve campers with additional needs, including but not limited to campers with disabilities or diagnoses, and inclusion programs. Together, we’ll highlight both the successes that demonstrate what’s possible and the common barriers that prevent camps from getting off the ground or sustaining these efforts. This conversation will provide practical insight into what it takes to build supportive, thriving environments for every camper. All are welcome!

Please register to receive the Zoom link.
If you are having trouble registering, please sign into Zoom first, or contact Jenna@acanynj.org for support.

EPIC Summer Send-Off
2026-05-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Send yourself into summer feeling supported, energized, and ready to dive into the season! Join us for a free virtual “Summer Send-Off” designed especially for our EPIC community. From 4:00–5:30 PM ET, we’ll gather for a relaxed, interactive session where you can bring a real challenge, question, or workplace grievance and workshop it with peers who truly get it.
Through guided small-group conversations and collaborative problem-solving, you’ll gain fresh perspectives, practical ideas, and a renewed sense of confidence heading into the busy camp season. Whether you’re navigating staff dynamics, program planning, or just looking for a sounding board, this is your space to connect, reflect, and grow.
And of course—what’s Cinco de Mayo without a little fun? Feel free to bring your favorite festive drink (margarita optional, good vibes guaranteed) as we toast to the summer ahead and the incredible community we’re building together.
Come for the support, stay for the connection, and leave ready to thrive. 🌟
Register Here

Camps for Disabilities & Diagnoses Affinity Group Meeting
2026-09-09 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual via Zoom
This affinity group (fka Special Needs Camps) is for camps that serve campers with additional needs, including but not limited to campers with disabilities or diagnoses, and inclusion programs. Together, we’ll highlight both the successes that demonstrate what’s possible and the common barriers that prevent camps from getting off the ground or sustaining these efforts. This conversation will provide practical insight into what it takes to build supportive, thriving environments for every camper. All are welcome!
Feel free to bring your lunch!
Please register to receive the Zoom link.
If you are having trouble registering, please sign into Zoom first, or contact Jenna@acanynj.org for support.

Resident Camp Tours & Conference 2026
2026-09-16 - 2026-09-17 | NY
This year’s conference will bring us to the Catskills to tour Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp, Camp Mah-Kee-Nac, Camp Pontiac, Camp Scatico, and Timber Lake Camp.
There will be an option to arrive on 9/15 to make traveling to our first tour easier.
REGISTER HERE
AGENDA

Not For Profit Tour and Conference
2026-09-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Hands In 4 Youth, 256 Macopin Rd, West Milford, New Jersey, 07480, United States
Join fellow not for profit camp professionals for a day of learning, collaboration, and connection. Attendees will start the day by touring the camp’s facilities and grounds. The day will also feature breakout sessions and a Q+A panel discussion with camp leaders. With lunch included and time to connect with fellow professionals, attendees will leave with new ideas and perspectives to bring back to their own camps. Date is subject to change.
The registration fee includes lunch.
Registration Cost:
$35/member, $49/non-member
REGISTER HERE
AGENDA HERE

Day Camp Tours & Conference 2026
2026-10-06 | NY
Paying tribute to camp legend Ben Appelbaum, the Day Camp Conference is a day dedicated to touring day camps as an opportunity to see other camps’ facilities and bring back fresh ideas to your own camp. This year, we will be in Northern New Jersey, touring Willow Lake Day Camp and Meadowbrook Day Camp. Whether it’s a new adventure course or the way a camp organizes its arts and crafts supplies, you are sure to walk away with ways to improve your camp. Both day and overnight camp professionals enjoy this conference for gaining new perspectives for their own camp’s facilities.
REGISTER HERE

Save the Date: Joe Kruger Youth Development Conference
2026-11-12 | The Sonesta White Plains, 66 Hale Ave, White Plains, NY, 10601, United States
The Joe Kruger Youth Development Conference focuses on youth development and provides understanding on topics valuable to all those working with today’s children and adolescents. More information about this year’s conference is coming soon, stay tuned!
