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NO SCHOOL DAY PROGRAMS

No School? No Problem!

The Granite YMCA offers engaging No School Day Programs designed to keep children active, learning, and having fun when school is not in session. Whether families need child care during school breaks, school vacation camps, or snow day child care, the Y provides safe and supportive programs for school-age children throughout the year.

Programs are available on school days off, during vacation weeks, and when schools close due to inclement weather. Depending on the branch location, children may enjoy traditional recreation camps, specialty camps like sports or art programs, enrichment activities, group games, and exciting trips. Our No School Day Programs and school break camps help families find reliable child care solutions while giving children opportunities to stay active, social, and engaged outside of the classroom. No School Day Programs vary by branch.

No School Day Programs

Please note that the rates shown below are our full program rates. We accept State Scholarship and Education Freedom Accounts. We also offer financial assistance and can help families apply. Please contact us to learn more about assistance options for your family.

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Care on days when school is not in session

School Aged Child Care full day program for "no school days" including Teachers Workshops, Voting Day, etc.

Pricing

Members: $60 per day
Non-members: $65 per day

Available Sessions

Full Day (School Age) sessions
Class	Day	Time	Dates	Registration
Londonderry
Parent Conferences - Recreation Camp YMCA of Greater Londonderry	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 20	Register: Parent Conferences - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Greater Londonderry, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp YMCA of Greater Londonderry	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Greater Londonderry, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp YMCA of Greater Londonderry	Tue	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 9, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Greater Londonderry, Tue 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Concord
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp YMCA of Concord	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Concord, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Merrimack Valley - Recreation Camp YMCA of Concord	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Jan 29, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Merrimack Valley - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Concord, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Merrimack Valley - Recreation Camp YMCA of Concord	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 5, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Merrimack Valley - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Concord, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Goffstown
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 11	Register: Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Tue	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 9, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Tue 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Manchester
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp YMCA - Downtown Manchester	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, YMCA - Downtown Manchester, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
President's Day - Recreation Camp YMCA - Downtown Manchester	Mon	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Feb 15, 2027	Register: President's Day - Recreation Camp, YMCA - Downtown Manchester, Mon 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Professional Learning Day - Recreation Camp YMCA - Downtown Manchester	Mon	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 15, 2027	Register: Professional Learning Day - Recreation Camp, YMCA - Downtown Manchester, Mon 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Somersworth
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 4	Register: Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Jan 15, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Somersworth - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Mon	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Jan 25, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Somersworth - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Mon 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Somersworth - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 12, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Somersworth - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 26, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	May 28, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Dover - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
The Seacoast
Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp Camp Gundalow, Greenland	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Recreation Camp, Camp Gundalow, Greenland, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp Camp Gundalow, Greenland	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Jan 22, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Recreation Camp, Camp Gundalow, Greenland, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Greenland - Recreation Camp Camp Gundalow, Greenland	Tue	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 9, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Greenland - Recreation Camp, Camp Gundalow, Greenland, Tue 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Full Day Schools Out Program - Recreation Camp Camp Gundalow, Greenland	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Jun 18, 2027	Register: Full Day Schools Out Program - Recreation Camp, Camp Gundalow, Greenland, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)

Pricing

Members: $60 per day
Non-members: $65 per day

Available Sessions

Full Day (Kindergarten) sessions
Class	Day	Time	Dates	Registration
Goffstown
Holiday Thanksgiving - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Nov 25	Register: Holiday Thanksgiving - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Fri	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 11	Register: Teacher Workshop - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Fri 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Teacher Workshop - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Tue	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Mar 9, 2027	Register: Teacher Workshop - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Tue 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)

About

The Granite YMCA’s No School Day and Vacation Camp Programs offer children fun and engaging ways to spend their time when school is not in session. In our programs, children can stay active, make friends, and try new things while families have access to dependable child care throughout the year. Programs vary by branch.

Pricing

Did you know? Granite YMCA members get discounts on No School Day and Vacation Camp Programs!

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Vacation Camps

Care during school vacation weeks

Keep school breaks active, social, and fun with vacation camps for school-age children at the Y. Children can enjoy recreation, group games, and enrichment activities in a safe, supportive environment. Activities and schedules vary by location.

See the available sessions below for dates, locations, ages, and pricing. Register through your location's Schools Out Program to select your vacation camp days. Advance registration is required.

Pricing

Prices vary by session: Members / Non-members, per session.

Available Sessions

School Vacation Week/Days (School Age) sessions
Class	Day	Time	Dates	Price	Registration
Concord
December Vacation Week 1 - Recreational Camp YMCA of Concord	Wed	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 21 – Dec 25	$60 / $65	Register: December Vacation Week 1 - Recreational Camp, YMCA of Concord, Wed 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
December Vacation Week 2 - Recreational Camp YMCA of Concord	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation Week 2 - Recreational Camp, YMCA of Concord, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Goffstown
December Vacation - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Londonderry
December Vacation - Recreation Camp YMCA of Greater Londonderry	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Greater Londonderry, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Manchester
December Vacation - Recreation Camp YMCA - Downtown Manchester	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation - Recreation Camp, YMCA - Downtown Manchester, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
Somersworth
December Vacation - Recreation Camp YMCA of Somersworth	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation - Recreation Camp, YMCA of Somersworth, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)
The Seacoast
December Vacation - Recreation Camp Camp Gundalow, Greenland	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	$240 / $260	Register: December Vacation - Recreation Camp, Camp Gundalow, Greenland, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)

Our themes:

Monday: Mad Scientist

—Get ready for a day of bubbling experiments, color-mixing activities, and so much more!

Tuesday: LEGO

--We will be using our creativity and imagination to build amazing creations with LEGO bricks, from tower building to imaginative crafts and everything in-between.

Wednesday: Creative Kids

—Our imaginations will run wild as we create colorful masterpieces using all kinds of art supplies.

Thursday: Game Day

—Get ready for a day of fun games, silly challenges, creative prizes, and some festive crafts. Let the games begin!

The Y requires a five business day notice of cancellations to be eligible for refund.

Pricing

Members: $240 per session
Non-members: $260 per session

Available Sessions

School Vacation Week/Days (Kindergarten) sessions
Class	Day	Time	Dates	Registration
Goffstown
December Vacation - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown	Mon – Thu	7:00 AM – 5:30 PM	Dec 28, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027	Register: December Vacation - Kindergarten - Recreation Camp, YMCA Allard Center, Goffstown, Mon – Thu 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (opens in a new tab)

About

Pricing

Did you know? Granite YMCA members get discounts on No School Day and Vacation Camp Programs!

Join the Y

For DAYS OUT OF SCHOOL

When school is out, the Y is in! Children do not have to be enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program in order to participate, but pre-registration is required.

NO SCHOOL DAYS

There are several days throughout the school year when children are off from school, and the Granite YMCA is here to help families with reliable child care on school days off. For an additional fee and separate registration, children can participate in our engaging No School Day Programs designed to keep school-age children active, social, and supported in a safe environment.

Our no school childcare programs include a variety of enrichment activities, group games, creative projects, and recreational fun throughout the day. Children do not need to be enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program to participate, but pre-registration is required for all No School Day Programs.

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VACATION CAMPS

The YMCA offers exciting Vacation Camp Programs during school vacation weeks in December, February, and April. These school vacation camps provide children with opportunities to stay active, make friends, and enjoy engaging experiences while school is out of session.

Our vacation week camps may include themed activities, gym games, hands-on projects, choice time activities, creative enrichment opportunities, and more. Spots in our school break camps are filled on a first come, first served basis. Children do not need to be enrolled in the School’s Out Program to participate, but pre-registration is required.

REGISTER FOR VACATION CAMP PROGRAMS
SNOW DAYS

When winter weather closes schools, the YMCA provides snow day child care programs designed to keep children active, engaged, and having fun in a safe and supportive environment. Our child care staff plans creative crafts, team-building games, hands-on enrichment activities, indoor recreation, and more to help make school closure child care enjoyable for children throughout the day. Snow Day Programs are open to families currently enrolled in our school age child care program. Families not currently enrolled are also welcome to participate, though additional paperwork is required prior to attendance. Children should bring weather-appropriate outdoor clothing and a cold lunch for the day.

LEARN MORE ABOUT SNOW DAYS

Please note that programs are subject to change and availability may vary based on location.

NO SCHOOL DAY PROGRAMS BY LOCATION

The YMCA of Downtown Manchester’s No School Day Programs follow the Manchester school calendar. Children in grades K – 6 are welcome. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, bathing suit, towel, water bottle, cold lunch, and two snacks.

2026-2027 No School Days

Tuesday, September 8
Friday, October 9
Monday, October 12
Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 25
Monday, February 15
Monday, March 15

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs

Stay tuned for more information about Snow Day Programs.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer

The YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown’s No School Day Programs follow the Goffstown school calendar. Children in grades K – 6 are welcome. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, bathing suit, towel, water bottle, cold lunch, and two snacks.

2026-2027 No School Days

Tuesday, September 8
Monday, October 12
Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 25
Friday, December 11
Tuesday, March 9

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs

Snow Day Programs run from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm at the YMCA Allard Center of Goffstown. To see if a program is running (weather permitting), please call the YMCA after 6:00 am at 603.497.4663 or visit our Facebook page.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer

The YMCA of Concord’s No School Day Programs follow the Concord and Merrimack Valley school calendars. Children in grades K – 5 are welcome. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, bathing suit, towel, water bottle, cold lunch, and two snacks.

2026-2027 No School Days

Friday, September 4
Tuesday, September 8
Friday, October 9
Monday, October 12
Tuesday, November 3
Wednesday, November 25
Friday, January 29
Friday, March 5
Friday, March 19

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs

Snow Day Programs run from 8:00 am – 5:30 pm at the YMCA of Concord. To see if a program is running (weather permitting), please call the Y after 6:00 am at 603.228.9622 or visit our Facebook page.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer

The Granite YMCA of Londonderry’s No School Day Programs follow the Londonderry, NH school calendar. Children in grades K – 6 are welcome. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, water bottle, cold lunch, and two snacks.

2026-2027 No School Days

Friday, September 4 (Londonderry)
Monday, October 12 (Londonderry & Windham)
Wednesday, October 21 (Londonderry)
Tuesday, November 3 (Windham)
Friday, November 20 (Londonderry)
Wednesday, November 25 (Londonderry & Windham)
Tuesday, March 9 (Londonderry)

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs

Snow Day Programs start at 8:00 am at the YMCA of Greater Londonderry. To see if a program is running (weather permitting), please call the YMCA after 6:00 am at (603) 437-9622 or visit our Facebook page.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer

The Granite YMCA of Somersworth’s No School Day Programs follow the Dover and Somersworth, NH school calendars. Children in grades K – 5 are welcome. Programs are held at the The Granite YMCA of Somersworth, 35 Bartlett Ave, Somersworth, NH. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, and a water bottle. Lunch and snacks are provided. Please no outside food.

2026-2027 No School Days

Tuesday, September 8 (Dover & Somersworth)
Friday, October 2 (Somersworth)
Friday, October 9 (Dover)
Monday, October 12 (Dover & Somersworth)
Tuesday, November 3 (Dover & Somersworth)
Wednesday, November 25 (Dover & Somersworth)
Friday, December 4 (Dover)
Friday, January 15 (Dover)
Monday, January 25 (Somersworth)
Friday, March 12 (Somersworth)
Friday, March 26 (Dover)
Friday, May 28 (Dover)

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs

Stay tuned for more information about Snow Day Programs.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer

The YMCA of the Seacoast’s No School Day Programs follow the Greenland and Portsmouth, NH school calendars. Children in grades K – 5 are welcome. Programs are held at YMCA Camp Gundalow, 176 Tuttle Ln, Greenland, NH. Registration opens one month prior to each program. Each day, children should bring sneakers, outdoor appropriate clothing, a water bottle, cold lunch, and two snacks.

2026-2027 No School Days

Tuesday, September 8 (Portsmouth & Greenland)
Monday, October 12 (Portsmouth & Greenland)
Tuesday, November 3 (Portsmouth & Greenland)
Wednesday, November 25 (Portsmouth & Greenland)
Friday, January 22 (Portsmouth & Greenland)
Tuesday, March 9 (Greenland)
Friday, June 18 (Greenland)

2026-2027 Vacation Camps

Stay tuned for more information about Vacation Camp Programs.

Snow Day Programs
Snow Day Programs run from 8:00 am – 6:00 pm at the YMCA of the Seacoast. To see if a program is running (weather permitting), please call the YMCA after 6:00 am at 603.431.2334 or visit our Facebook page.

2026-2027 No School Days Flyer