CAMP at The Tech Interactive

CAMP at The Tech takes place at The Tech Interactive, located in Downtown San Jose. Campers will spend their days exploring The Tech’s interactive galleries, classrooms, and theaters in a safe, supervised environment, as well as spending time outdoors for some activities and breaks. Detailed location information, including entrances used for camp, will be shared with families prior to the start of each session.

CAMP activities take place primarily indoors within The Tech Interactive’s galleries, classrooms, and theater. Some activities will include supervised outdoor portions as appropriate, including lunch and team building games. We will be using the park across the street from The Tech, as well as our balcony and the rooftop area of the building.

To help keep all campers safe, CAMP at The Tech is a nut-aware environment. Campers are asked not to bring foods containing peanuts or tree nuts. While we cannot guarantee a completely nut-free space because of the nature of The Tech and other visitors, staff take precautions to minimize exposure and encourage safe food practices.

Lunch is not automatically included in the camp fee. Families may either send a packed, nut-free lunch from home or purchase lunch through the optional Tech Cafe lunch program, available on a weekly basis after registration.

Campers will have scheduled times for both snack and lunch, supervised by camp staff. Families may choose to send campers with a nut-free snack and lunch from home, or participate in our optional lunch program. Campers are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, and water refill stations are available.

An optional weekly lunch program will be available for purchase through The Tech Interactive’s Tech Cafe after camp registration is completed. Additional details on how to enroll and weekly menus will be shared with registered families.

Yes. While IMAX films are an exciting part of the camp experience, participation is not required. If a camper is uncomfortable watching the film, staff will provide a supervised alternate activity during that time.

Drop-off and pick-up will take place at a designated location at The Tech Interactive, clearly marked during camp hours. CAMP staff will supervise drop-off and pick-up to ensure a safe and smooth process. Families will receive detailed instructions before camp begins, including timing, procedures, maps and directions, and approved pick-up policies.

During the registration process, families will be asked to complete required health and participation forms through Smartwaiver, our secure electronic record system. Smartwaiver helps us protect your child’s privacy while alerting our staff to important information such as allergies, medical needs, accommodations, or other considerations that may affect participation. This information allows us to better support each camper’s experience. Additional details or context may also be shared directly with the camp team.

Yes. Our adult CAMP staff are trained in First Aid (including EpiPen use) and are CPR certified. Safety and preparedness are core priorities at CAMP at The Tech.

The CAMP fee covers all standard activities, materials, and experiences included in the program. Optional add-ons, such as extended care or special programs, may have additional costs. Any potential extra fees will be clearly outlined during registration.

At this time, scholarships are not available. As we pilot CAMP at The Tech in its first year, we are not able to offer scholarships. We appreciate your understanding and hope to expand access opportunities in future seasons.

Yes. Families who register a camper for two or more weeks of CAMP at The Tech will receive a multi-week discount. Discount details will be automatically applied during the registration process.

Yes. Extended care is available for families who need care outside of standard CAMP hours. Extended care can be purchased during registration or added later by contacting CAMP staff directly, subject to availability.

Yes, of course. We understand that families may occasionally need to adjust drop-off or pick-up times due to medical appointments or other circumstances. Please communicate any schedule changes with the CAMP team as early as possible so we can ensure a smooth and safe transition for your camper.

No, CAMP will not be in session on Friday, July 3, in observance of the holiday. CAMP tuition — including extended care — will be discounted accordingly for that week to reflect the shortened schedule.

If you have additional questions about registration, logistics, or camp policies, please contact the CAMP at The Tech team at camp@thetech.org. We’re happy to help and look forward to welcoming your family!