Muggle Magic: The Science of Harry Potter (Grades 4-5)
NEW FOR 2025: EARLY RELEASE FRIDAYS! All K-8 summer camps on the CU Boulder campus end at 3pm on Fridays.
June 1-5 (Online registration closes May 22. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9am-4pm (Excluding Friday; camp ends at 3pm on Friday)
July 27-31 (Online registration closes July 17. Call 303-492-7188 to register after this date.)
9am-4pm (Excluding Friday; camp ends at 3pm on Friday)
$595
Location: CU Science Discovery
Unlock the secrets of science with your fellow wizards-in-training! Every young wizard needs a wand to begin their magical journey, so we’ll start by learning the enchanting art of circuits to craft our very own light-up wand. Once we’ve mastered some basic spells, we’ll design our own mystical incantations and discover how to bend our minds with images that seem to come to life. In the starry realm of astronomy, we’ll explore the wonders of the sun, moon, and stars as we gaze beyond the night sky. Next, we’ll venture into the Potions Lab to test the mysterious consistency of troll boogers, awaken our taste buds with Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans, and uncover the science behind the magical art of flight as we build broomsticks that soar through the air. The week will culminate in an exhilarating game of Quidditch, where we'll test our skills and teamwork, and we’ll end our adventure with a frothy, homemade batch of Butterbeer to celebrate. Join us for a week of STEM-filled enchantment, where every spell, potion, and invention brings a little more magic to life!
What to Bring: While at Science Discovery, participants are expected to store their personal belongings in their backpack. Space is limited so please limit the number of personal items brought from home. All items should be labeled with the participant’s first and last name in case an item is misplaced. Please send your child with the following each day:
- A backpack (sized to fit your child) for carrying personal items and any camp materials they will be bringing home
- Filled water bottle(s)
- 1-2 snacks (or more), depending on the child's needs
- A sack lunch that does not require refrigeration
- Closed-toed shoes
- A hair tie to hold back lengthy hair, if applicable
- All camps spend a portion of each day outside. Please send your child with clothing appropriate for the daily forecasted weather (jacket, sweatshirt, rain poncho, etc.)
- Optional: A mask or any additional Personal Protective Equipment the child wishes to utilize
Grade Policy: CU Science Discovery serves students in grades K-12. Careful consideration is used to determine grade levels for all camps and classes. To provide the highest quality experience for all participants, it is necessary to adhere to the specified grade range for all camps and classes.
Cancellation and Transfer Policy: Science Discovery has designed its cancellation policy to minimize the number of camp and class spots that are unused due to last-minute cancellations. Cancellations made more than 30 days prior to the start of the camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee. No refunds will be given for cancellations made within 30 days of the start of the camp/class. In the event that a camp/class is cancelled by Science Discovery, registrants will receive a full refund. Transfer requests made up to 30 days prior to the start of a camp/class will incur a $15 administrative fee. Transfer requests made within 30 days of the start of a camp/class will incur a $35 administrative fee.