2026 Cooking Classes + Camps are Here!

Sign up for Sticky Fingers Cooking® classes and camps in 2026! Fun, hands-on cooking classes for kids, fresh recipes every session, and locations available nationwide. Register today!

• Knock, knock. Who’s there? Olive. Olive who? Olive us LOVE Sticky Fingers Cooking® classes!
•  Knock, knock. Who’s there? Bean. Bean who? Bean waiting forever for camp to start!

Is your young chef going STIR crazy? Are they eager to expand their kitchen skills and confidence? Our fun, educational after-school classes and spring and summer kids’ cooking camps are live and ready for registration! 

Sticky Fingers Cooking® offers award-winning kids’ cooking classes and camps from California to NYC.

Why Parents Love Sticky Fingers Cooking®

From after-school programs to school break and summer camps, Sticky Fingers Cooking helps kids ages 4+ discover the joy of cooking delicious dishes from scratch, while having fun and making friends. 

Here’s why families keep coming back, year after year:

• Hands-on Skill Building: Kids learn real-life cooking techniques, kitchen safety, and knife skills (with kid-safe tools!) to build confidence and independence.
• Healthy Eating Habits: We focus on fresh, wholesome ingredients and introduce new flavors to encourage adventurous, mindful eating.
• Fun, Social + Screen-Free: Cooking together fosters creativity, teamwork, communication, and connection!
• Inclusive + Allergy-Aware: We welcome all children, including those with physical, cognitive, and emotional differences, as well as food allergies and sensitivities. Our instructors are trained to create a safe, supportive environment for every young chef.

After-School Classes – What’s Cooking in 2026

Sticky Fingers Cooking after-school cooking classes for kids are hosted right at your child’s school, so there’s no extra driving, no extra stops, and no extra stress for busy families. to your busy day. 

In each class, kids:

• Chop, mix, measure, and taste their way through a new recipe
• Learn kitchen vocabulary, math, and science through cooking

Spring 2026 recipe highlights include:

• "Tom Kha" Thai Coconut Lemongrass Soup
• Key Lime Doughnut Holes + Lime Syrup Glaze
• West African Silky Sweet Potato Garlic Soup 

Spring + Summer Camps – 2026 Registration is OPEN!

Ready for your child to cook up some unforgettable memories? Our 2026 kids cooking camps bring new themes and recipes to the table—no repeats, just fresh adventures! 

Camps fill up quickly, so secure your child’s spot early. Choose from these popular themes:

• Basic Training Baking Boot Camp – Sweet AND savory bakes, made entirely from scratch! Kids learn baking basics, measuring, mixing, and decorating while whipping up delicious treats.
• Cooks + Books – Children’s Literature Cooking Camp – Each day features recipes inspired by beloved children’s books. We read, cook, and explore stories through food.
• Farm to Table Cooking Camp – Seasonal cooking with fresh ingredients, plus fun conversations about where food comes from and why it matters.
• Global Taste Buds Camp – Travel the globe with your taste buds! Explore flavors, customs, and cultures from around the world through kid-friendly recipes!
• Kids Cooking Network Summer Camp – Cooking challenges inspired by favorite food shows—think timed challenges, mystery ingredients, and tons of team fun (no eliminations, just encouragement!).
• S.T.E.A.M. Cooking Camp – Discover the science, technology, engineering, art, and math behind cooking while experimenting with textures, reactions, and flavors!

 Whether your child is a brand-new beginner or a seasoned sous-chef, our 2026 camps are designed to be engaging, age-appropriate, and deliciously fun.

Private, At-Home, Kids Cooking Camps

Prefer to keep the fun close to home? Our private, at-home kids cooking camps bring Sticky Fingers Cooking straight to your kitchen. 

Perfect for small groups, siblings, and neighborhood friends, our private camps include:

• A dedicated Sticky Fingers Cooking® chef instructor
• Customized menus and themes for your group
• All the fun, learning, and connection of camp—without leaving home

Learn more about our at-home private cooking camps here.

Ready to Cook Up Some Fun in 2026?

From school cafeterias to home kitchens, Sticky Fingers Cooking® is here to help your young chef gain confidence, try new foods, and fall in love with cooking.

Register today for 2026 Sticky Fingers Cooking® after-school classes and 2026 kids’ cooking camps!​​​​​​​

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