Summer in the City

Quick SITC Q&A

For over 20 years, St. James Cathedral has dedicated itself to helping young people discover treasure in Chicago, themselves, and others with its two-week nonresidential camp, Summer in the City.

How do I register my 8-13 year-old?

  • Click HERE for the registration form. 

Can I volunteer this summer?

  • Yes! Sign up HERE.

How do I donate to SITC?

  • Learn more about donations and sponsorship levels HERE!

Questions?

General SitC Program Information 

For over 20 years, St. James Cathedral has dedicated itself to helping young people discover treasure in Chicago, themselves, and others with its two-week nonresidential camp, Summer in the City.

What is Summer in the City?

  • Summer in the City (SITC), a ministry of St. James Episcopal Cathedral together with St. Martin's Episcopal Church, is a non-residential day camp for 35 campers 8-13 years old from different parts of the city. SITC is an adventure and art camp allowing Chicago youth to discover treasure in their city, themselves, and others.  

When is Summer in the City 2025?

  • Summer in the City is from July 21 - August 1, 2025
  • SITC Sunday - August 3, 2024

How much does Summer in the City cost?

  • SITC is free thanks to the generosity of the St. James community
  • Want to donate? Do it HERE!

Who can be a camper at Summer in the City?

  • Anyone who lives in the greater Chicago area and is between the ages of 8 to 13 by or on July 4, 2025

Who can be a SITC Staff member?

  • Anyone who lives in the greater Chicago area and is 18 years of age or older by July 4, 2025. 

Who makes Summer in the City possible?

  • SITC is hosted by St. Martin's Episcopal Church and St. James Cathedral and is organized and run by Summer in the City staff and volunteers from St. James and St. Martin's. 

How do I get more information?

  • Stay tuned for more information about Summer in the City 2025. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact sitc@saintjamescathedral.org.
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