The Best Way to Find a Summer Camp in Suffolk County
Looking for the right summer camp for your child? Skip weeks of online research. The Suffolk County Camp Fair brings 50+ summer camps together at Suffolk Y JCC for one free evening where you meet directors face-to-face, ask the questions that matter, compare programs side by side, and walk out confident you've found the right fit for your family.
Families come from across Suffolk County, including Commack, Smithtown, Huntington, Dix Hills, Melville, Northport, Hauppauge, Kings Park, Stony Brook, and Port Jefferson. The fair features Long Island day camps, sleepaway camps across New York and New England, sports programs, STEM and coding camps, arts and theater programs, and specialty camps for children ages 3 through 17.
Event Details
Getting there: The Suffolk Y JCC is on Hauppauge Road in Commack, just off the Long Island Expressway and Sunken Meadow Parkway. Get directions
What to Expect at the Suffolk County Camp Fair
The Suffolk County Camp Fair is a live, in-person summer camp expo. Whether you're looking for a local day camp, a sleepaway camp, a sports camp, or a specialty program, here's what you'll be able to do in one free evening:
- Explore 50+ summer camp options, day camps and sleepaway camps under one roof
- Meet face-to-face with camp directors and staff
- Ask questions about programs, activities, facilities, philosophies, and safety
- Compare day camp and sleepaway options side by side
- Take advantage of camp-fair-exclusive discounts and early registration deals
- Discover scholarships and financial aid options
- Let your kids try hands-on activities and demonstrations at the booths
- Find teen leadership and pre-college programs for older kids
Because this is a weeknight fair, the two hours move quickly. Arriving near the start gives you unhurried time with the camps at the top of your list.
Get Your Free Tickets
Admission is completely free and walk-ins are welcome. We do encourage families to reserve free tickets in advance, since it helps us plan staffing and space, and it means you can walk straight in rather than stopping at the registration table.
Participating Camps
The 2027 exhibitor list is being confirmed now and will be posted here as camps sign on. Expect a mix of Long Island day camps, sleepaway camps across New York and New England, sports programs, STEM and coding camps, arts and theater programs, and teen and pre-college programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Suffolk County Camp Fair?
The Suffolk County Camp Fair takes place Wednesday, January 27, 2027, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Suffolk Y JCC, 74 Hauppauge Road, Commack, NY 11725.
Is admission to the Suffolk County Camp Fair free?
Yes. Admission is free for all families.
Do I need tickets to attend the Suffolk County Camp Fair?
Walk-ins are welcome, but we encourage families to reserve free tickets in advance. Reserving helps us plan staffing and space, and it lets you walk straight in on the day.
How many camps will be at the Suffolk County Camp Fair?
More than 50 summer camps will exhibit at the 2027 Suffolk County Camp Fair, including Long Island day camps, sleepaway camps across New York and New England, sports programs, STEM and coding camps, arts and theater programs, and pre-college programs.
What ages of children are the camps designed for?
Camps at the Suffolk County Camp Fair serve children ages 3 through 17, including teen leadership and pre-college programs.
Which communities does the Suffolk County Camp Fair serve?
The fair draws families from Commack, Smithtown, Huntington, Dix Hills, Melville, Northport, Hauppauge, Kings Park, Stony Brook, and Port Jefferson.
Can I bring my children?
Yes, the Suffolk County Camp Fair is a family-friendly event. Children are encouraged to attend, meet camp staff, and help choose their own camp.
Are you a camp?
Camp directors: reserve a booth and meet hundreds of Suffolk County families who are actively looking for summer programs. See booth pricing and information or register to exhibit.
