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Join us for Little Hillers Playground Group 2025
A Hopkinton tradition for over 30 years!
Our mission remains the same every summer: to provide a safe, welcoming place where kids can get outside, stay active, make new friends, reconnect with old ones—and most importantly, have fun! Many of our enthusiastic and energetic counselors are proud alumni of Playground Group themselves. They’re excited to pass on the same unforgettable memories they made during their own time here.
About Little Hillers
Little Hillers takes place at Elmwood School, where kids enjoy a fun-filled week of arts and crafts, sports, and games. Each week features a special theme and an exciting field trip, with some mixed in special guests!
Every Little Hiller receives a t-shirt to be worn on field trip days!
Session 1: Party in the USA
June 29 - July 3
Get ready to sing, dance, and celebrate summer across the U.S.A.! Campers will travel coast to coast through games, crafts, and activities inspired by favorite American pastimes, from beach relays and backyard BBQ games to carnival-style fun and dance parties. Each day brings a new destination and a reason to celebrate, all leading up to a star-spangled finale at the end of the week.
Field Trip: Davis Farmland
Session 2: Decades of Fun
July 6 - July 10
Get ready to travel through time! Each day we’ll visit a different decade packed with music, games, and style, from groovy ‘60s tie-dye to ‘80s dance moves and beyond. Campers will create retro-inspired crafts, play throwback games, and learn fun dances from each era as we celebrate the best trends through the years.
Field Trip: Acton Discovery Museum
Session 3: Dinosaurs
July 13 - July 17
Travel back in time to the land of the dinosaurs! Campers will stomp, roar, and dig their way through a week of prehistoric fun filled with dino-themed games, art, and outdoor adventures. Each day, we’ll explore a different type of dinosaur and the world they lived in, from the towering T-Rex to the gentle Brachiosaurus.
Field Trip: EcotariumSession 4: H2-WHOA! Week
July 20 - July 24
Get ready to make a splash! This week is all about water fun, sprinklers, sponge games, slip-n-slides, and plenty of outdoor adventures to keep you cool. Campers will explore water through science, art, and play, from creating colorful bubble art to racing water balloons and building mini boats to float down our “camp river.” Pack a swimsuit, towel, and lots of energy, things are about to get H2-Whoa!
Field Trip: TBD
Session 5: Welcome to Zootopia!
July 27 - July 31
Step into the wild world of Zootopia, where anyone can be anything! Campers will explore life in the big city through creative art projects, outdoor games, and teamwork challenges inspired by Judy Hopps, Nick Wilde, and all their animal friends. Each day focuses on a different district of Zootopia, from the icy tundra to the bustling city streets, as campers build their own animal identities, solve silly mysteries, and help keep Zootopia running smoothly.
Field Trip: Southwick ZooSession 6: Aloha Summer!
August 3 - August 7
Say aloha to an amazing summer! Campers will hula, limbo, and splash their way through a week of tropical-inspired fun filled with colorful crafts, beach games, and water play. Each day will bring a new island adventure, from making leis and sand art to island relay races and beach ball challenges.
We’ll wrap up the week with a festive luau celebration to say “mahalo” for a great summer and send everyone off with sunny smiles and new memories!
Field Trip: TBD
RETURNING THIS SUMMER! We’re excited to partner with our friends at OARS 3 Rivers to bring their Water Wise Workshops to our summer program! Over the course of four Tuesdays (7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28), kids will dive into fascinating topics! Get ready for a fun and educational splash into the world of water!
General Information
Session 1: June 29-July 3
Session 2: July 6-10
Session 3: July 13-17
Session 4: July 20-24
Session 5: July 27-31
Session 6: August 4-8
Regular Day: 8:30am-3:30pm; Cost: $315
Extended Day: 8:30am-5:30pm; Cost: $370
Location: Elmwood School, 14 Elm Street
Ages: 5-7
Registration for Extended Day
Extended Day is an additional cost of $55. Payment for this is collected when you register. Please click "add to cart" in the Suggested Add-On Products window while you are checking out. You must choose the Add-On for each of the extended day sessions the participant is registering for. If you wish to add extended day to an existing registration, please call the office during regular business hours, 508-497-9750
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