At Banner, every Friday is a thrilling celebration! Each week brings a new special event with its own exciting theme, colorful costumes and amazing activities. With rides and attractions, DJ’s, special guest performers and a delicious cookout, Banner Fridays are truly extraordinary. As the Banner buses pull into camp, campers eagerly exit knowing incredible surprises are in store. Leadership Team members and staff arrive in costume to add to the excitement. Campers may also wear favorite costumes to match the theme of the day.

Campers and staff get completed immersed in the fun. Everyone joins in the spirit and traditions of camp. Wild West Day brings western style costumes, pony rides, western themed games and a petting zoo to the Banner grounds. On Olympic Day, Banner hosts full-scale Olympic events including opening ceremonies, a flag parade, relays, obstacle courses and awesome international themed games. Carnival Day is a big top sized celebration filled with carnival games, prizes and special performances by jugglers, stilt walkers and more. At Beach Day/Swim-a-rama, beach themed games, inflatable waterslides, water relays and a pool party rule the day. Friday Special Events change each summer as Banner combines old and new favorites to keep things fresh. A sampling of Special Events past and present include:

Banner takes summer to the next level bringing in special guests and famous figures to work with our campers. Professional artists, athletes, coaches and community leaders serve as role models and provide inspiration and advice. As they share their stories with campers, they teach values such as appreciation and perseverance. Campers also have the opportunity to participate in activities with various Artists in Residence. Our Artists in Residence are professional athletes, musicians, dancers, artists and storytellers who give performances and work with groups of campers. These unique opportunities enhance the Banner experience and maximize camper’s fun and learning!

Senior and Tween campers can extend the fun with an overnight Banner experience. Optional overnights provide after-camp excitement with friends and Banner staff and are an awesome way to enjoy even more time to play at camp. Banner overnights include swimming, special games, activities and a campfire. Campers who choose to stay for overnighters will enjoy a special snack, pizza dinner and breakfast the next morning. All campers sleep on soft padded mattresses in Banner’s air-conditioned indoor multi-purpose rooms. Banner Leadership Team members and counselors provide continuous supervision and care throughout the event.