Join us for Junior Hillers Playground Group 2025
A Hopkinton tradition for over 30 years!
Our mission this summer remains the same as always: to provide a safe place for kids to get outside and be active, to make some new friends and reconnect with old ones, and most importantly, have fun. The majority of our enthusiastic and engaging staff attended Playground Group themselves and are eager to pass on the fun memories they have of their time at Playground Group.
Junior Hillers meet at Elmwood School for a week full of sports, events, and games like the always popular Pillow Polo! There will be one weekly trip to Sandy Beach, field trip to somewhere new and exciting (with a couple Water Wizz days too), tie-dye, arts and crafts, water balloons and so much more.
Every Junior Hiller receives a t-shirt and water bottle!
Session 1: Wonka Hunts
June 30 - July 3
Combining the magical world of Willy Wonka with exciting treasure hunts, sweet treats, and candy-themed adventures, participants will follow in the footsteps of Charlie and the other lucky kids, solving riddles, completing quirky challenges, and hunting for hidden treasures within a world of chocolate rivers, candy gardens, and sugary surprises.
Session 2: Halloween Olympics Week
July 7 - July 11
Get ready for a week of ghoulish games, eerie obstacle courses, and spooky team challenges in our Halloween Olympics! This frightfully fun week is where Halloween spirit meets Olympic competition. Participants will join monster teams and compete in a series of spook-tacular events - from pumpkin bowling and mummy relays to haunted obstacle courses and magical potion making.
Session 3: Disney Survivor Challenge Week
July 14 - July 18
Get ready for the ultimate adventure of a lifetime as we bring together the magic of Disney and the thrill of Survivor in this one-of-a-kind experience! In our Disney Survivor Challenge Week, participants will dive into exciting team-based challenges, compete in friendly competition, and explore the world of Disney characters, stories, and lands - all while testing their skills and creativity. Are you ready to outwit, outplay, and outlast your fellow participants for a chance at victory?
Session 4: Sports Showdown
July 21 - July 25
Get ready to bring your A-game! This week is all about friendly competition and non-stop action as participants face off in a variety of sports challenges. From soccer and basketball to relay races and more, everyone will have a chance to show off their skills, learn new ones, and work together as a team. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this week is the ultimate showdown for sports lovers of all levels. Let the games begin!
Session 5: Mission: Impossible – Spy Training
July 28 - August 1
Calling all secret agents! This week, participants will enter the world of high-stakes espionage and top-secret missions. Through stealthy challenges, code-breaking puzzles, and obstacle courses, young spies will train to sharpen their skills in disguise, teamwork, and problem-solving. From secret messages to covert operations, it’s all about mastering the art of being a top-level agent. Are you ready to accept the mission?
Session 6: Color Wars
August 4 - August 8
Get ready for a week of friendly competition and colorful fun! On Day 1, you'll be divided into teams, each representing a bold color. For the next five days, it's all about teamwork, strategy, and bringing your best to win challenges, games, and ultimate bragging rights. Who will rise to the top and claim the title of Color Champion by the end of the week?
Activities include but not limited to:
Games
Team Sports
Arts & crafts, including the always popular tie dye!
Tuesday afternoons at Sandy Beach &
Thursday Field Trips
Playground time
Music & movies when the weather is not ideal for outdoor activities
Check out our extended day option! Our extended day program runs until 5:30pm.