If there’s one thing that captures the pure energy of Summer Camp in America, it’s Colour War.

Loud, chaotic, competitive, and absolutely unforgettable — Colour War is the Olympics of camp life. It’s when the whole camp goes head-to-head in an epic showdown of challenges, spirit, and team pride.

Whether you’re in it for the glory, the games, or just to paint your face and shout your lungs out, Colour War is everything you dreamed Summer Camp could be — and more.

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What Actually Happens in Colour War?

What Actually Happens in Colour War? It’s simple: you’re split into colour teams — think Green vs Yellow vs Blue vs Red — and from that moment on, it’s game on.

It’s simple: you’re split into colour teams — think Green vs Yellow vs Blue vs Red — and from that moment on, it’s game on.

Colour War is all about teamwork, energy, and full-throttle fun. Each camp puts its own spin on it, but you can expect a mix of:

  • Dodgeball battles and relay races
  • Swimming and canoe challenges
  • Creative contests like dance-offs or campfire skits
  • Obstacle courses, trivia rounds, and all-out tug of war
  • Wildcard events like lip sync battles, talent shows, or even a ‘pun-off’ for the camp comedians!

Some camps run Colour War over a few hours, some for an entire week — either way, you’ll never forget it.

It’s More Than Just a Game

Colour War is all about teamwork, energy, and full-throttle fun. Each camp puts its own spin on it.

It’s the team spirit that makes Colour War magic. Campers and counsellors of all ages bond together, cheer each other on, and push themselves to bring home the win.

You’ll see cabins turned into war rooms, chants echoing across the lake, and face paint in every colour imaginable.

Win or lose, the memories made during Colour War are the kind that last a lifetime.

How Do You Win?

What Actually Happens in Colour War? It’s simple: you’re split into colour teams — think Green vs Yellow vs Blue vs Red — and from that moment on, it’s game on.
How Do You Win a colour war? Every event counts. Teams rack up points with every challenge — so every dodgeball, every relay, every perfectly executed camp cheer matters.

Every event counts. Teams rack up points with every challenge — so every dodgeball, every relay, every perfectly executed camp cheer matters.

At the end, the points are tallied and one team is crowned the Colour War Champions. Sure, sometimes there’s a silly prize, but what’s really at stake?
Bragging rights. Camp pride. Legendary status.

And if you’re lucky enough to come back next year? The rivalry never dies.

Want to Be Part of It?

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of something totally wild, weird and wonderfully unforgettable, Colour War is calling your name.

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of something totally wild, weird and wonderfully unforgettable, Colour War is calling your name.

It’s not just a camp tradition. It’s a feeling — of energy, community, and unapologetic fun — and you won’t find it anywhere else in the world.

Apply for Summer Camp today and get ready to wear your colours with pride!