Apply to Camp Rainbow through June 1!

Camp Rainbow is an annual summer camp serving Cambridge young people with disabilities, ages 6-22. Camp Rainbow's mission is to enhance the lives of its participants by providing a recreational experience that emphasizes their abilities. Join Camp Rainbow this summer for outdoor activities, swimming, arts & crafts, field trips, cooking activities, and more!

2025 Camp Rainbow Information

Location: Cambridge Street Upper School, 840 Cambridge St.

Dates: Weekly sessions offered from July 7 – August 15

Times: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. (full-day) and 12:30 – 3 p.m. (half-day)

Cost: $50 per week for full-day attendance.  $10 per week for half-day attendance.

Note: Half-day enrollment is only available for students who are enrolled in the Cambridge Public Schools Extended School Year Comprehensive Program and Services.

Transportation: Provided by Camp Rainbow. Provided by Camp Rainbow. Pick-up and drop-off locations will be located at central locations near participants' homes and communicated by the Camp Director before each session. 

2025 Camp Rainbow Application 

Please download and complete the Camp Rainbow application. The last day to apply is Sunday, June 1.

Applications must include payment to be considered. Please make checks payable to Cambridge Recreation, Special Needs.

Return completed applications (in-person or by mail) to:

Camp Rainbow
c/o Department of Human Service Programs
City of Cambridge
51 Inman St.
Cambridge, MA 02139

For more information, visit www.cambridgema.gov/CampRainbow

Questions? Contact Erin Quinn, Camp Rainbow Director, at 617-892-5478 or CampRainbow@cambridgema.gov