# YMCA Metropolitan Detroit Thanksgiving Break Camp

> Event for families in the Detroit–Warren–Dearborn area (MI). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Nov 23 – Nov 25 · 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Where: Boll Family YMCA, 1401 Broadway St, Detroit, MI 48226
- Ages: Ages 5–12
- Price: $60/day for YMCA members, $75/day for non-members
- Organizer: YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit
- Official page: https://ymcadetroit.org/programs/camp/school-break-camp/
- Last checked: Wed, Nov 4

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## About

Holiday break day camp providing safe, engaging full-day programming for elementary and middle schoolers while schools are closed for Thanksgiving. Features swimming, gym sports, STEAM projects, arts & crafts, and team challenges.

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