Special Events
Dive Into Immersive Experiences
Rolling River’s regular camp programming is enhanced by our incredible weekly special events, which blend beloved traditions such as Color War and Carnival, with new and exciting themes. These immersive experiences add energy, creativity, and unforgettable moments that make each summer truly unique for campers.
Overview
Special events give campers the chance to dress up and celebrate the exciting theme. Each event features custom-designed programming that brings the theme to life through creative, engaging activities.
Fridays That Make Waves
Every Friday at Rolling River, the schedule shifts for Special Events filled with interactive shows, visiting performers, and surprise guests. One moment campers may be battling superheroes, the next celebrating a lively carnival, or even watching a Yeti turn summer into winter.
Weekly activities often align with the featured event, creating a fully themed experience that immerses campers in a creative storyline. Blending fan-favorite traditions with fresh, imaginative themes, Special Events transform camp into an exciting world that keeps campers engaged, surprised, and eager for what’s next.
Types of Special Events
Color War
Color War is a week-long competition of Blue vs. White, led by dedicated counselors and CITs. Campers build teamwork, sportsmanship, and pride through spirited athletic and musical events, all for the coveted Color War Trophy.
Carnival
Get ready to party at our annual Carnival event, a giant mid-summer celebration with inflatables, rides, water fun, a friendship and marriage booth, DJ, and special treats like Dippin’ Dots or the Ice Cream Truck.
Spirit Week
Spirit Week kicks off with Picture Day, then rolls into fun daily themes like Crazy Hair, Silly Socks, Workout Day and more, bringing camp spirit to life all week long.
Song & Plaque Day
Song & Plaque Day caps Spirit Week as groups dress up, sing custom songs, and unveil plaques featuring camper and counselor names displayed on campus for generations to admire.
Red, White & Blue Day
Our annual Red, White & Blue Day showcases patriotic outfits, fun, interactive shows, sports challenges, and a cool RWB themed ice pop for snack.
Wishing Well Ceremony
The Wishing Well Ceremony occurs on the last day of camp and features groups placing stars in the “Wishing Well”, as well as honoring 5- and 10-year campers and staff with special recognition.
Theme Days
Rolling River’s rotating theme days spark excitement with dress-up and fun. Past themes have included Legomania, Fairytale Friday, Apres Ski, Superhero Day, Superbowl and much more.
RR Gives Back Week
Rolling River Gives Back Week is a community service–focused week filled with special projects and events centered on kindness and highlighted by our annual Coin Harvest for charity.
Hear From Our Campers
“I had always loved color war as a camper, so being able to have a leading role in something that brings so many campers joy while doing my job was super fun.”
