When Albemarle County and Charlottesville City Schools announce teacher workdays or student holidays, parents often scramble for childcare and enrichment. Luckily, our community offers many teacher workday camps and days-off programs designed to keep kids engaged, active, and cared for while school is out.
Whether your child is into art, sports, science, or just free play, you’ll find a program in Charlottesville or Albemarle to fit their interests or expand their horizons with a new hobby.
Why Choose a Teacher Workday Camp?
Workday camps provide so much more than childcare. They give kids opportunities to:
- Explore new hobbies and interests
- Stay active with supervised activities
- Build friendships outside of school
- Give parents peace of mind during work hours
Most camps align with local school calendars, so you don’t have to worry about unexpected scheduling gaps.
Teacher Workday & One-Day Camp Options in Charlottesville
Arts Programs in Charlottesville-Albemarle
Creative Cville kids can spend their day painting, drawing, and experimenting with new media. Try out song, dance, and theatre on the stage too, in a teacher workday camp. If you’d like more than a one-day experience, here is our comprehensive guide to Cville Sports & After School Enrichment for kids.
ACAC Fitness & Wellness
When school’s out, acac Kids Day Off keeps the fun going at Adventure Central and Crozet Park Aquatics & Fitness Center! Kids in grades K–5 enjoy games, crafts, bounce house fun, and high-energy activities in a safe, active, social environment. Programs run 8am – 6pm on teacher workdays, holidays, and select inclement weather days, open to members and non-members.
📍 200 Four Seasons Dr, Charlottesville | 🌐acac.com | 📞(434) 978-7529
📍 1075 Park Road, Crozet | 🌐https://acac.com/crozetpark/ | 📞(434) 817-2063
Blue Ridge Boost – Charlottesville
Blue Ridge Boost offers engaging teacher workday camps with flexible options to fit your schedule, including half-day and full-day programs on both public school and independent school workdays, providing reliable childcare when school is closed. Save 25% with their Early Bird Discount! Exciting activities include coding with Minecraft Education, game design with Roblox Studio, robotics, and strategy games, all designed to spark creativity, teamwork, and confidence.
📍 2171 Ivy Rd Charlottesville, VA | 🌐 blueridgeboost.com | 📞 (434) 270-0206
DMR Adventures – Charlottesville
DMR Adventures offers single-day theater camps designed to keep kids engaged and inspired on teacher workdays. Young performers explore acting, singing, and dancing through games, improv, and stage movement workshops. Each camp helps students build confidence and creativity while working collaboratively with peers. Programs are open to a variety of ages and experience levels, making it a welcoming space for budding stars.
📍 221 Carlton Rd., Suite 3, Charlottesville, VA | 🌐 dmradventures.com | 📞 434-227-7990
Foster Art – Charlottesville
Keep your kids creative and engaged on teacher workdays! Our camps blend art-making, outdoor walks, and fun activities—perfect for staying busy with friends. Each session features unique activities tailored for young artists. Extended hours available to fit your schedule. Give them a day of creativity while you tackle your to-do list!
📍1770 Timberwood Blvd-Suite 106, Charlottesville, VA | 🌐 fosterartforall.com |📞 434-310-0525
Sports Programs Across Albemarle
Soccer clubs, martial arts schools, and gymnastics gyms often hold single-day mini camps when schools are closed.
STEAM Discovery Academy – Charlottesville
Ignite your child’s curiosity with hands-on learning at STEAM Discovery Academy. Their teacher workday camps focus on science, technology, engineering, art, and math, blending fun with educational enrichment. Kids explore coding, robotics, and creative problem-solving in a supportive environment. Programs align with local school schedules, making them a great option for days off in Cville.
📍 Charlottesville, VA | 🌐 steamdiscoveryacademy.org | 📞 (434) 933-3300
Virginia Discovery Museum – Downtown Charlottesville
The Virginia Discovery Museum sparks curiosity through hands-on exhibits, art projects, and science activities designed for kids ages 2–10. On teacher workdays and school holidays, the museum offers engaging single-day camps that align with local school calendars.
📍 524 East Main St, Charlottesville, VA | 🌐 vadm.org | 📞 (434) 977-1025
Parent Tips for Days Off School Camps
- Register early – Spots are limited and fill fast.
- Check school calendars – Most providers align with Albemarle and Charlottesville schedules.
- Pack smart – Lunch, water bottle, and comfortable clothing for active play.
- Ask about discounts – Some camps offer sibling or multi-day savings.
2025-2026 Days Off From School Charlottesville City Schools
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Enrichment for Cville Kids on Days Off from School
Teacher workday camps in Charlottesville and Albemarle County give kids safe, fun, and enriching ways to spend their time off school—and give parents reliable childcare solutions. From art to athletics, there’s a camp for every interest. Bookmark this guide so you’ll be ready the next time a teacher workday pops up on the calendar!
Parents should plan early for spring break camps and summer camps too. Luckily, the CharlottesvilleFamily team are experts on all things camp, especially Virginia camps. You can even come meet the camp directors and their staff in person at our popular annual CharlottesvilleFamily KidFest & Camp Expo!
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