One week in October
The Geneva autumn break runs Monday 19 to Friday 23 October. One week, and for most working families that means five days to cover.
October holiday camps
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Book it now rather than in October
Autumn camps fill earlier than parents expect, because it's a short break and there are fewer of them than in summer. By the start of October the full-week places at the popular sites are usually gone.
The half-day options hold on longer, so if you're reading this late, look there first.
Full week or single days
Some places take a booking for the whole week, others let you pick days. If you only need Tuesday and Thursday covered, the single-day options exist and they're cheaper than paying for five.
What's on
Sport and multi-activity camps make up most of it, alongside robotics, film-making, science and gym. There's also a week of morning English if you'd rather half a day of something structured than a full day of running around.
Where
Genève has the most, then Le Grand-Saconnex, Founex, Veyrier and Meyrin. Several of the biggest sites are just outside the city, so check the address before you assume it's a trek.
The things parents actually ask
When is the Geneva school holiday in October 2026?
Monday 19 to Friday 23 October. One week.
What camps are on during the October break?
55 in our listings, across 8 communes. Mostly sport and multi-activity, plus robotics, film-making, science and gym.
Can I book single days rather than the whole week?
Yes, several run that way. If you only need two days covered, you're not paying for five.
Are there camps that cover a full working day?
33 run long enough. The rest are half days, morning or afternoon.
When should I book?
Now rather than in October. Full-week places at the popular sites usually go by the start of the month.
Is there a cheaper option than a full week?
Yes. Several sites let you book single days rather than the whole week, and the half-day camps cost less again. If you only need Tuesday and Thursday covered, you are not paying for five.
Last updated 25 August 2026. We refresh these figures weekly.
Dates from the canton's official school holiday calendar.