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Camp Invention Summer 2025
Camp Invention: National
Inspire your child’s creativity and watch their confidence soar with our all-new Camp Invention® program, Discover! Campers in grades K-6 will team up with friends for hands-on, open-ended STEM fun. They’ll create their own claw machine, uncover the science behind optical illusions, rev up for the ultimate road trip and embark on an eco-expedition to investigate penguins in Antarctica! Each experience is designed to spark curiosity, build persistence and create an unforgettable summer. Visit invent.org/local to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/20 to save $25 or CIFUN15 by 5/15 to save $15 off the registration fee. Payment plans available.
Leadership Summer Camp 2025 - Mission Grit® **MULTIPLE WEEKS
Mission Grit®
Our leadership summer camp offers a creative fusion of nonstop fun kids activities, personal development, learning, and adventure at the convenience of being close to home. Every day in the camp is like no other day with daily and weekly themes. Leadership Summer Camp is set up as a non-competitive environment and our activities nurture teamwork and collaboration, through constantly varied obstacle courses, Scenario Adventure quests, Team-building challenges, Leadership development, Financial Management (MGM Points), Adventure courses, Engineering activities, Fitness, Confidence development, Mind games, construction, spy games, Self-defense concepts, Relay races and so much more.
Créatif Summer Art Camp
CRÉATIF FORT MILL, SC
Join our Summer Art Camp for kids ages 5-12! Let your child explore creativity with fun art projects in a supportive environment. We not offer extended hours with before and after care options. Register by February 28, 2025 and save 10% with code summer25 at checkout!
Summer Break Camp 2025 - (Ages 5-12) At CRÉATIF FORT MILL, SC **MULTIPLE CAMPS/MULTIPLE WEEKS
CRÉATIF FORT MILL, SC
Camp Créatif Fort Mill invites kids ages 5 to 12 to dive into the world of art through painting, drawing, sculpting, and more. Campers will explore a variety of techniques and materials, bringing their creative visions to life in a fun, inspiring studio setting.
Cirque & Dance Camp
Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center
Our circus & dance camps are recreational, no experience is required. Campers will have instruction in dance, acrobatics, and aerial dance.
iD Tech On Campus Camps- Multiple locations (2025)
ID Tech Camps- Multiple locations
Register today for camps held at 75+ inspiring universities! Your child will walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic that’s made us the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years! Summer Fun on Your Child’s Dream Campus This is more than a camp. It’s a chance for your child to come face-to-face with friends and mentors who share their interests, all in an inspiring setting that excites them for the future. Between sessions of hands-on STEM fun, they’ll get the ultimate taste of collegiate life, from campus exploration and iconic architecture to meals in the dining halls and sweet dreams in the dorms. You get more. A LOT more. iD Tech is the very best experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Our on-campus programs include an exclusive package designed for maximum inspiration and long-term success.
Deep Sea Divers Camp > Rising Kindergartner
Discovery Place Science - Charlotte, NC
From the beach to the benthic trenches, the ocean is full of fascinating ecosystems and unique animals. Campers will dive deep into habitat investigations, adaptation analysis, and animal explorations.
Engineering Extravaganza Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders
Discovery Place Science - Charlotte, NC
Using the engineering design process as a roadmap to success, campers will plan and build a city from the ground up as they utilize different branches of engineering. Campers will tinker with LEGO bricks as they learn how engineers make a difference in the world and work together to tackle real world challenges.
Exploring Earth Camp > Rising 3 & 4 Graders
Discovery Place Science - Charlotte, NC
Discover the amazing science found right here on Earth— and underneath it, too. Explore some of the Earth’s most fascinating features and learn about the life that calls it home.
Sensational Scientists Camp > Pre-K
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
Explore a different branch of science every day in this camp. Explore artifacts as an archeologist and create physical and chemical reactions as a chemist. Expand your knowledge of plants and animals as a biologist.
Kinder Quest Camp > Rising Kindergartner
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
Step into a world of adventure, where campers playfully prepare for school with storytimes and treasure hunts for hidden numbers! Through creative games and activities, they’ll build confidence and friendships while exploring early reading and math skills.
Girls in STEAM Camp > Rising 1 & 2 Graders
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville
This is the camp for girls who like to ask questions! All questions, theories and hypotheses are welcome during this week of wonder. Explore a variety of science myths, conduct experiments and investigate the world with fun projects.
Creatively Crafted Summer Camp
Lisha's Helping Hands
Creatively Crafted Summer Camp is a weekly themed summer camp centered around art and faith. Each week, campers will focus on a new theme ranging from STEM, cooking, nature, and MORE! Every Friday, campers have the opportunity to journey on some memorable field trips that are designed to keep their bodies and minds active. Campers will have the opportunity to participate in daily creative arts breakout sessions as well as Biblical teachings. Also included in camp is free breakfast and lunch. 
Emergency Veterinary Medicine
Club SciKidz Charlotte South
Do you have an aspiring veterinarian walking around your home? This is the camp you have been looking for! Experiments and projects will give young people the opportunity to investigate the real and exciting field of Veterinary Medicine.
Ninja Nation Summer Camp
Ninja Nation - Huntersville , NC
Ninja Nation summer camp is for kids aged 5 - 12 years old. It's the ultimate day of fun with tons of activities, classes, skills sessions, open gym time, team-building, competitions, and awesome games. Lunch/snacks are included and there is professional coaching throughout the entire day from trained and CPR/First Aid Certified camp counselors.
Middle School Orchestra 101 Camp
Arts+
Interested in learning a string instrument but not sure where to start? Want to get your feet wet before signing up for a whole year of school orchestra? This camp is perfect for you!
Human Body Lab: Future Physicians In Training (Rising Gr 1-3)
Terrific Scientific
From their furnace-like metabolism to their computer-like brain, campers will uncover the incredible inner workings of the human body through hands-on experiments and exciting activities. They’ll explore the mysteries of blood, bones, muscles, and even their taste buds! Campers will extract DNA to learn about genetics, test for germs, build creative models to take home, and use their very own stethoscope to check heart rates and listen to lungs.
Knights Academy - Fundamentals Chess Camp
Central Piedmont Community College
Unlock the secrets of the chessboard! Join CP, in collaboration with the Charlotte Chess Center, at Knights Academy. Aspiring chess players will embark on an exciting journey into the world of strategy and tactics
Patterson Farm M&T Summer Camp: Farm Hands Homesteaders Adventure Week
Patterson Farm Market & Tours
Step back in time and discover the essentials of farm life at our homesteading and practical skills camp! Campers will learn the basics of farming, from planting seeds and tending animals to crafting homemade goods and practicing sustainable living. Hands-on activities like churning butter, building mini gardens, and exploring old-fashioned tools will inspire a deeper connection to the land. Perfect for kids ready to roll up their sleeves and embrace the art of simple living!
Lotus Arts Summer Intensive 2025
The Lotus Project
Join us for 2 performing arts summer camps for rising K-9th graders! Each session ends in a full production. Session 1 will be Peter Pan, Jr. and Session 2 will be Alice in Wonderland, Jr.
Minecraft 3D Adventures (Rising Gr 1-3)
Terrific Scientific
Campers work as a team, taking on roles such as game designer, artist, and architect to create their own adventure map. Whether it’s surviving or creating, the choice of adventure is yours to make. Brace yourself for a memorable experience in the excitement-filled realm of Minecraft.
Secret Agent (Rising Gr 2-5)
Terrific Scientific
nlock the secrets of double-agents at our spy camp! Campers will dive into a world of mystery and adventure as they work to uncover the identity of a double-crossing mole.
Medical Careers Camp II
Central Piedmont Community College
Are you passionate about healthcare and wondering which career path is right for you? This camp is the perfect opportunity to explore the exciting world of healthcare and find your ideal career fit!
Young Writers Summer Camps
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
Lighthouse offers a wide array of full and half-day summer camps from June through August for young writers ages eight to 18. Whether they've got a few novels under their belt, are new but curious about poems, or are a reluctant writer, our camps offer a fun, creative, and challenging way for young people to explore and express who they are, build new friendships, and create truly beautiful works of art.
Medium Madness - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
Come join us as we create beautiful works of art using all kinds of mediums such as watercolor, acrylic paint, oil pastel, printmaking, chalk pastel, paint pen, ink pen and more on a variety of surfaces. We will explore various art styles, learn new ways to create, and have an artistically fun time! Grades: Rising 1-8
Young Scientist (Rising Gr 1-3)
Terrific Scientific
Discover the magic of science. This camp is designed for kids who love to explore the world of science and learn how things work through hands-on experiments. With exciting projects like growing your own beast, creating bouncing balls and hovercrafts, launching cosmic rockets, building brush bots, and more, campers will be fully immersed in the fun and excitement of science.
Camp Comets 2025!
The John Crosland School
Camp Comets offers many activities, including STEAM, Art, Esports, Sports, and Field Trips. Our highly trained will take campers on a guided experience to last a lifetime!
American Girl Camp
Charlotte Academy of Music
Follow your inner star! Calling all American Girl Doll lovers! Experience different time periods in American history as we bring the girls to life through arts and crafts! Join us for a week-long celebration of our favorite dolls. Don’t have an America Girl doll? No worries, bring along any favorite doll. Have a child who participated in the camp last summer? Come on back this summer as we have all new crafts to make!
Outdoor Adventures - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
During this fun-filled week, we will be exploring the great outdoors as we go on exploratory walks, get creative with some fun crafts, learn about different plants and animals, and spend as much time as we can outside! Whether you’re a nature lover or just looking for a fun way to spend your week, this camp is the perfect place for you to unplug. Let's get outside and explore the amazing world God has created! Grades: Rising K-5
RPG Game Maker (Rising Gr. 4-7)
Terrific Scientific
This camp promises to be an exciting adventure for aspiring game developers and RPG enthusiasts. RPG Game Maker, campers will learn how to create their own epic role-playing games in the classic 2D game style, similar to games like Pokemon, Zelda, Final Fantasy, and Dragon Quest.
Improv Acting Camp
Charlotte Academy of Music
Lights, Camera, IMPROV! This isn’t your ordinary improv camp – it’s a wild ride into unscripted brilliance! Explore the art of thinking on your feet and dive into improvisation, crafting uproarious scenes that culminate in your child’s very own improv extravaganza performance for family and friends.
Our Enchanted Garden Camp
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Campers will explore and experience the unique magic of our garden environment through nature discovery, games, crafts and puppet storytelling. They may even catch a glimpse of a garden fairy or a gnome.
Surgeon's Apprentice (Rising Gr. 4-7)
Terrific Scientific
Enter the world of medicine and unlock the mysteries of the human body with this camp for aspiring surgeons and biomedical engineers!
Aerybeth Wizard of OZ(Not SEW WICKED) Sewing Camp
Aerybeth Sewing School and Summer Camps
Hi all, Cristy with Aerybeth Sewing here! 17 years of Sewing Camps!! This camp is NEW... my Wizard of Oz - not SEW wicked sewing camp! It will be July 7th - 10th from 9am till 12 noon. Camp tuition is $300 and includes supplies and snacks! Visit the website for more details and to sign up! www.aerybeth.com Thanks for stopping by! Blessings, Cristy
Super Terrific Fun Camp
Sports Connection Sports and Family Entertainment Centers
Our SUPER TERRIFIC FUN CAMPS are perfect for those boys and girls (ages 6 to 13) that just can’t decide what they want to do this summer. No need to decide…let them DO IT ALL at the Sports Connection Super Terrific Fun Camps! These camps allow kids to enjoy ALL the Games, Activities, Attractions and Sports the Sports Connection has to offer, all while playing INDOORS! Full and Half day options available!
Baking & Beyond - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
Calling all bakers! This week campers will experience the world of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and more as they explore the wonderful world of baking. Campers will learn how to read and follow recipes, test new ingredients, use kitchen tools, apply creativity, and work together to create tasty concoctions. Campers will also engage in baking challenges and group games throughout the week where their knowledge will be tested and their creativity shines. Grades: Rising 1-5
Performance Enrichment Program
Performance Enrichment Program at Toronto Metropolitan University
The Performance Enrichment Program is for students entering grades 9-12/aged 13-17 curious about post-secondary education in live entertainment. Offering 4 distinct streams in Acting; Dance; Technologies; and Materials. Participants finish this one-week pre-university program with a certificate of completion and a portfolio piece in their discipline.
Mint Hill Arts Summer Camps
Mint Hill Arts
Register today for one of Mint Hill Arts Summer Art Camps! Your kids will love the ART CAMP options we offer for ages 5 to 15!
Counselor In Training Camps
Sports Connection Sports and Family Entertainment Centers
Our Counselor In Training Camp (CIT) is a leadership development Summer Camp for kids 13-15 years of age. The CIT Camp is designed to develop skills that apply to camp, sports, school and life. Each participant will learn the fundamentals of leading games, sports drills and camp activities. They will learn age appropriate child development and the responsibility of working with children.
Boys Basketball Skills Camp - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
This camp is designed for players who already have a foundation in basketball and want to refine their skills. We will focus on building confidence through skill drills, team play, and situational learning to improve court awareness and decision-making. Grades: Rising 3-5
SCNP: Naturally Artful Camp
Stevens Creek Nature Preserve and Center
Art is everywhere and everything is art! During this hands-on, creation-focused week, campers create using the beauty and inspiration of the natural world. Through experimenting with new mediums, “upcycling”, and classic camp crafts to bring home, campers build confidence in their artistic side.
Elementary Performing Arts Camps
Ignite Dance Productions
Our elementary performing arts camps are packed with creativity, fun, and skill-building! Campers will explore acting, singing, dancing, and crafting as they bring stories to life through engaging activities and imaginative performances. Each week concludes with a special showcase where students shine on stage and celebrate their accomplishments.
Upcycling Artists - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
If you are a fan of arts and crafts this camp is for you! We will create fun crafts and art pieces from recycled goods. In the past we have made things like animal banks from old workbooks, shrinky-dink keychains from plastic food containers and pom-pom poppers from toilet paper tubes. Campers will also be given time to explore and think up their own creations with fun reused or recycled materials! Grades: Rising 2-5
SCNP: Schemes and Inventions Science Camp
Stevens Creek Nature Preserve and Center
THIS IS MY CAMP-INATOR! Dive into the world of Phineas and Ferb, and try your hand at being a Mad Scientist. This 4-day camp has us exploring some of Dr. Doofenshirtz's most wild "-inators". There are 104 days of summer vacation, why not spend four of them experimenting.
Zenith Gymnastics Summer Camp 2025
Zenith Gymnastics
The best gymnastics camp around! Our focus is on teaching campers gymnastics skills in a safe, fun, and nurturing environment.
Jr. Chemist (Rising Gr K-1)
Terrific Scientific
Get ready for a wild and wacky chemistry adventure with all that is slimy, gooey, and exciting! We’ve handpicked the best of the best from our secret stash of chemical recipes and formulas to bring you the ultimate chemistry experience.
Main Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp
Falling Creek Camp
Main Camp is Falling Creek’s premier session. Four weeks allows time for our camp community to bond and strong friendships to be formed. Campers in 2nd-10th grades experience personal growth as they build on successes each week. Longer trips are offered and opportunities for leadership are a central focus.
Junior Girls Basketball - Carmel Christian School Summer Adventures
Carmel Christian School
This camp will teach the basic techniques of basketball: shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and defense. The camp will not only provide a fundamental base for each player, but will also be a fun and enjoyable experience for every camper. Grades: Rising 1-4
Summer Camp: Happy Un-Birthday! - Bisque Boutique
Bisque Boutique
School’s out, but we’re not! Join us for a fun-filled Summer Art Camp at Bisque Boutique! Kids ages 6+ will unleash their creativity as they paint pottery, create vibrant artwork, and make crafty masterpieces to take home. It's the perfect way to spend the break exploring new artistic skills and having tons of fun! This week's theme is Happy Un-Birthday! All our activities will be centered around celebrating our un-birthdays!
Discovering Music and Art Camp
Arts+
Introduce your child to a lifelong love of music and visual art with this fun-filled day camp for your youngest creatives. Our Discovering Music and Art Camp is a great way to introduce your elementary student to all that music and visual art have to offer.
Young Robot Builder (Rising Gr. 2-4)
Terrific Scientific
Join us for a week of robot building and discovery! Campers will learn the mechanics of how robotic machines work and move, and explore six simple machines that are incorporated into more complex machines. They’ll build and experiment with a “Mars-like” RC Rover, design electrical circuits using unexpected items, and construct their own tin can robot to take home for hours of fun after camp ends.
Tuolumne Family Camp
City of Berkeley, CA
Tuolumne Family Camp offers an unforgettable adventure nestled in the stunning Sierra Nevada mountains, where families can connect with nature and each other. With activities like hiking, campfire stories, and swimming in Tuolumne Meadows, it's a perfect escape for outdoor lovers of all ages. Experience the magic of the high country in a cozy, community-oriented setting that makes every moment feel special.
Exploring Ukulele Camp
Arts+
Exploring Ukulele Camp is the perfect introduction for students interested in learning this fun instrument!
LEGO Spike Prime: Robot Adventures (Rising Gr. 4-7)
Terrific Scientific
Gear up for a week of exciting robotics challenges designed to ignite creativity, build skills, and foster teamwork! Campers will tackle a variety of building and programming tasks, ranging from simple to complex, using the LEGO Spike Prime system. They’ll think outside the box as they apply new concepts and unleash their imaginations to create their own robotic masterpieces.
Drone Adventures
Central Piedmont Community College
The Drones are here! Let the battles begin. In this hands-on, interactive class you will learn how to safely fly drone robots.