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iD Tech Camps (On Campus) 2026
iD Tech Camps - 75+ locations throughout the U.S.
Our STEM camps strike the perfect balance between skill development and summer fun, allowing kids and teens to dive into coding, AI, robotics, 3D printing, game development, and more during a week at one of the country's top universities. Your child will work alongside new friends and learn from expert tech mentors, while taking breaks in between to enjoy outdoor playing fields for ultimate frisbee, capture the flag, kickball, board games, and other activities!
2026 Summer Camps at Adventure Science Center
Adventure Science Center
10 Weeks of Science! Our 2026 Summer Camps invite curious minds to explore, experiment, and imagine through immersive, hands-on science experiences. From magical chemistry and super-powered physics to space exploration, invention, and advanced robotics, each camp is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and make learning unforgettable. Whether your camper is discovering science for the first time or ready for a deeper challenge, our themed and specialty camps offer engaging, age-appropriate adventures led by expert educators—where every week is a new opportunity to learn by doing.
Summer at Ensworth 2026
Ensworth School
Ensworth Summer Camps offer students in Grades K-12 a unique blend of fun and education, providing a nurturing environment to develop new skills, forge lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories. Our sports camps, led by Ensworth's High School athletes and coaches, are skill-building camps designed for serious fun and athletic development. Master fundamentals, build confidence, and forge lasting friendships in a competitive yet supportive environment.Our enrichment and art camps ignite creativity, build confidence, and fuel curiosity. Students will learn to code robots, craft masterpieces, climb rocks, and discover hidden talents – all while making friends and having a blast!
LEGO® Engineering SUMMER CAMP 2026 by BRICKS4KIDZ FRANKLIN
Bricks4kidz Franklin - Nashville
Give your child the ultimate summer adventure at Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO® Building Camp—where fun, creativity, and learning come together! Designed for ages 5–12, our action-packed camps ignite young imaginations through hands-on projects that bring STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) to life. Guided by expert instructors, campers build incredible creations, explore exciting themes like robotics and space, and develop real-world skills in problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation
Camp Invention Summer 2026
Camp Invention: National
The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
Nashville Ballet Summer Camps 2026
Nashville Ballet
School of Nashville Ballet Summer Camp registration is now open! Designed to foster creative development through engaging physical activity, our half-day camps offer the perfect opportunity for your child to explore, imagine, and play. Each camp includes dance technique taught by a member of our exceptional faculty, arts and crafts, original choreography, and a performance for family and friends as the grand finale. With weekly camps for ages 3-9 from June 1-July 17, this year’s themes include Animal Adventures, Once Upon a Time, Broadway Stars, Dance Through the Eras, and more! Save $50 when you add a second camp to your enrollment!
Creekside Riding Academy & Stables Summer Camp
Creekside Riding Academy & Stables
Where Horse Lovers come to Camp! Daily Riding Lessons from beginners to beginner jumpers, games on horseback, trail rides, ground safety & handling, grooming, tacking, hoof care and more!
SUMMER Day Camp with Former NBA 1st Round Pick
Nashville Youth Basketball
2026 will mark the 9th year for the NYBA Summer Program. This well designed program was established to not only provide summer camp for the kids, but also teach life lessons of how to utilize the skills learned on the court into their daily activities. Motivational & Inspirational messages will be the focus of the program. Giving the youth encouragement, confidence, & a better knowledge for the game of basketball and life is the Goal!
North Nashville TUSC Summer Soccer Camps
Tennessee United Soccer Club
Sign up today for Summer Soccer Camps with Tennessee United Soccer Club, North Nashville’s soccer elite! These camps are designed for players new to the game or wanting to level up with extra touches. Players 3-12 years old will learn skills from licensed coaches and semi-pro TUSC UPSL players, take part in fun soccer activities, and play small sided scrimmages. Groups are split based on skill level to provide the best developmental opportunities. Popsicles are provided at the end of each day and fun water activities on the last day (weather permitting). Use coupon code KOAA to get $5 off!
2026 Summer Camps - Nature Explorers at Stoney Creek Farm
Nature Explorers at Stoney Creek Farm
Get kids off screens and into nature with our highly praised summer camps! Camp instructors are fully background checked and CPR/First Aid certified with years of teaching experience. All camps include a $100 non-refundable deposit.
Day Camp 2026 - Barefoot Republic Camp and Retreat Center
Barefoot Republic Camp and Retreat Center
Every minute of day camp is designed to build friendships.
Summer Camps at Kinderland
Kinderland
Join us for camp this summer!
STEAM Lab: Robotics & Art Fusion Camp | Ages 7-12
RoboThink Middle TN
Kids explore the exciting intersection of robotics and art as they build real moving machines and use them to create stunning works of art. Each day features new builds, inventive challenges, and plenty of opportunities for campers to design, experiment, and express themselves. Offering in conjunction with Williamson County Parks and Rec.
SUMMER CAMP 2026 at The Hangout Spot
The Hangout Spot, Inc.
Your kids will have a ball at our summer camp participating in our in-house activities including laser tag, video gaming, karaoke, arts/crafts, and indoor basketball! They also will hop on our bus and take fieldtrips to the pool, movies, museums, science centers and SO MUCH MORE!
OVERNIGHT CAMP IN KENTUCKY - Barefoot Republic Camp and Retreat Center
Barefoot Republic Camp and Retreat Center
Camp is designed to build friendships. Our diverse platform of activities offers something for everyone and an immediate opportunity to connect with other campers that share similar interests and passion.
Jump Start Clinics
Goldfish Swim School - Franklin
For busy families, finding time for weekly swim lessons can be a challenge—but water safety can’t wait. Our accelerated program condenses a month’s worth of lessons into just one week, giving kids focused, consistent practice that leads to faster progress. Whether your child is a beginner or needs to polish their strokes before joining a swim team, these clinics provide the perfect boost in confidence and skill.
Summer Camps 2026 - Boost Gymnastics
Boost Gymnastics
Looking for fun, active options when school’s out? BOOST Gymnastics is Nashville’s premier destination for family fitness and youth activities. We offer exciting, theme-based camps for preschoolers and school-age kids, aligning with MNPS school closures and running all summer long. Our Little Campers (ages 3–4) and Big Campers (ages 5–10) enjoy free play, group games, arts and crafts, swimming, field house fun, and plenty of gymnastics and tumbling—all led by excellent coaches. Designed for fun and peace of mind, our camps keep kids active, social, and happy. Space fills fast, so save your spot today!
Battle Robots Camp | Ages 7-12
RoboThink Middle TN
Put on your engineer's hat and bring your robot to life using gears, motors, axles, and our state-of-the-art hardware. Then, step into the arena and engage in thrilling battles and challenges that will push your skills to the limit. This camp will explore how to use mainboards, switches, IR sensors, gears, DC motors and axles, as well as concepts like gear ratios, gear trains, potential and kinetic energy, and more!
PEACE CAMP!
Evergreen Presbyterian Church
Peace Camp for Kids 6-12 is a fun, engaging, and meaningful experience designed to help kids grow as peacemakers in their homes, schools, and communities.
Summer Camps at Music Corner
Kids Corner of Murfreesboro
Visit our website today to learn more about our summer camps and to register today! Spots limited.
2026 Summer Empowerment Camp
The L.O.V.E. Academy
Get ready for six weeks of fun, growth, and hands-on learning at our Summer Empowerment Camp! Designed for rising 7th–12th graders, this dynamic program helps students turn their passions into purpose through engaging workshops, real-world training, and enriching field trips.
Camp Davis Nashville
Gordon Jewish Community Center
This summer, Camp Davis is a place where kids can explore new interests, build confidence, and make lasting friendships. In addition to Traditional Camp with classic games, swimming, crafts, and outdoor play, campers can explore specialty programs in STEM, culinary arts, sports, and the arts. From LEGO builds and Pokémon fun to cooking, theater, photography, and high-energy sports, there is something for every interest and age.
Summer Learn-to-Row Camp
Nashville Rowing
Our learn-to-row camps are the perfect opportunity for prospective middle and high school athletes to learn the ropes of the sport in a fun, focused environment. Camps will run from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and will cover all of the fundamentals, including the basics of the rowing stroke, caring for and preparing equipment, and how to take care of yourself as an athlete. By the end of a week of learn-to-row, athletes will be equipped to join our fall programming. Athletes desiring to do more rowing Our Saturday session will include an exhibition row where parents can come out and see the progress their rowers have made over the course of the week! Nashville Rowing Club Summer Camp T-shirt and water bottle included!
SUMMER CAMPS ​at NGTC
Nashville Gymnastics Training Center
Spend summer with us! Check out our website for details.
Summer Day Camps at Let It Shine
Let It Shine Gymnastics
Dive into our exciting summer camp featuring multiple theme weeks packed with indoor and outdoor adventures, water play, games, friendships, and action-packed fun. Summer camp is not an instructional gymnastics camp.
Summer Camps 2026 - Nashville Children's Theatre
Nashville Children's Theatre
NCT is filled each summer with week-long theatre camps. Students will build core performance skills including acting fundamentals, vocal projection, physical awareness, and improvisation. Through engaging games, scenes, and creative exercises, they’ll learn to use their voice, body, and imagination to bring stories to life. Students will also develop confidence, collaboration, communication, and stage presence in a supportive and fun ensemble environment.
June Camp Session at Falling Creek Camp
Falling Creek Camp
Falling Creek’s June Camp session is 20 days and provides a great opportunity for first-time campers in 1st-9th grade who are excited about all that camp has to offer. The June Camp session offers a wide variety of activities and allows boys an opportunity to build self-confidence as they improve their skills and enhance their friendships. Campers live in cabin groups of eight and choose their six favorite activities to make up their daily schedule, as well as outdoor trips off-property.
Summer Music Camps 2026 at Bach to Rock Franklin
Bach to Rock Franklin
Bach to Rock music camps give kids the chance to unleash their inner rock star — even if they’ve never played an instrument before! We offer spring, winter, and summer music camps for kids and teens, including week-long, partial-week, half-day, and day camps. Kids have a blast learning to play hit songs and performing with other campers!
KDCDC Creative Arts Summer Camp
King's Daughters Child Development Center
Join the King's Daughters Child Development Center Creative Arts Summer Camp for Adventures in Storytelling! Get ready to embark on a journey through some of the most beloved stories ever imagined. Our Creative Arts Summer Camp is open to children entering 1st-5th grade (must have completed Kindergarten). This year, camp will run from June 8-26. For more information, and to register, please visit kdchild.org/summer2026. Hurry, spots are limited- register your camper today!
Summer 2026 at NS Dance Academy
NS Dance Academy
At NSDA, we inspire dancers through Dedication, Artistry, and Community. We are committed to helping every dancer grow with confidence and develop a true passion for the art of dance. Visit our website to learn more about our summer programs for 2026.
History's Mysteries
Historic Travellers Rest
Every place harbors a mystery - whether an unexpected artifact, a haunting tale, or something even stranger. Travel with us as we journey to some of Middle Tennessee's most interesting historic sites and museums to discover secrets about Native Americans, heroic presidents, and life during wartimes.
2026 Summer Day & Overnight Camps - Deer Run Camps and Retreats
Deer Run Camps and Retreats
During June and July, “The Valley” comes alive with summer camps. Campers participate in outdoor adventures, unplug from their electronics, and connect with each other. Although campers are tired at the end of day, they don’t want to leave … and they want to come back again and again because of the relationships and community they find at Deer Run.
Summer Camps 2026 - Nashville Zoo
Nashville Zoo
Zoo camp is designed for the animal enthusiast in your family! While animals are a big focus of our camp programs, we strive for a balance between animals and nature while encouraging the other interests, passions and activities your child might have. Whether your child’s favorite animal is a tiger, they love to play sports, sing or enjoy art, there is something for them at Zoo camp and we are excited to explore and learn along with them!
2026 Summer Camps - Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Smyrna Outdoor Adventure Center
Summer Camps are offered in the months of June and July and each week-long camp is 5 days. These are day camps only, the SOAC does not offer overnight camps.
Spring Break & Summer Music Camps 2026 at Bach to Rock Nashville West
Bach to Rock Nashville West
Bach to Rock’s summer music camps are the perfect way for kids to explore music, build confidence, and have a blast! We offer full and half-day camps for ages 4+, including Rock Band, Glee Club, Beat Making, Recording Arts, and more—no experience needed. With hands-on activities, real instruments, and end-of-week performances, every camper gets to shine like a music star!
Summer Art Camps 2026 - Little Art House
Little Art House
Art camps, need we say more?! Our three, five, and seven hour camps are a TON of fun. We balance our time creating with lots of play breaks and snack or lunch breaks. We hope every camper leaves proud of what they have created and having had a great time!
Summer Fun, Lifetime Memories, Eternal Values
YMCA Camp Ocoee
YMCA Camp Ocoee has provided a high-quality traditional overnight camping experience since 1923. In Ranger Camp, campers enjoy a wide range of land and water activities in a safe, supportive environment. Each morning, campers choose activities that interest them most, while afternoons are spent experiencing camp favorites with their cabin group. One-week sessions are available for boys and girls ages 7–16, with a 5:1 camper-to-staff ratio and a strong Christian atmosphere. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, mountain biking, camp-outs, and much more—creating adventure, friendship, and lifelong memories.
Summer Camp 2026 at Lucky Ladd Farms
Lucky Ladd Farms
Campers ages 6–11 are invited to join us for a FARMtastic week to remember this summer! Together, we’ll explore the wonder and magic of Lucky Ladd Farms through exciting hands-on activities and outdoor adventures. Campers will enjoy interacting with a variety of farm animals, taking part in fun recreational games, and cooling off with water play featuring a splash pad, bubble blast, inflatable slides, and games. They’ll also express their creativity through crafts, embark on wilderness explorations, and experience pioneer lessons like butter making, egg gathering, and rope making. Plus, campers can test their aim at the BB gun and archery range, enjoy pony rides, and play across acres of playgrounds for an unforgettable summer adventure.
Junior Lifeguard Camp
Nashville Shores Lakeside Resort
Make waves this summer at Nashville Shores Waterpark’s Junior Lifeguard Camp. It’s the ultimate experience for kids who love the water and want to learn what it takes to be a real-life hero! Available for 3rd- 8th graders, this action-packed camp blends fun, friendship, and foundational lifesaving skills in an unforgettable waterpark setting. Campers will learn lifesaving skills like CPR and water rescues, take behind-the-scenes waterpark tours, practice whistle drills and safe water entries, shadow our award-winning aquatics team, make lifelong friends, show off their skills in a demo, celebrate with pizza… and of course, race down the WATER SLIDES!
USA Ninja Challenge Summer Camps
USA Ninja Challenge Franklin
Get ready for nonstop action at our Summer Ninja Camp! Designed for kids who love to move, climb, swing, and challenge themselves. This isn’t a sit-still summer camp — it’s constant movement, positive encouragement, and big confidence boosts in a safe, high-energy environment. Our campers build real strength, confidence, and agility as they learn to conquer warped walls, balance obstacles, monkey bars, and more. Whether your child is brand new to ninja or already flying through courses, our supportive coaches meet them where they are and help them grow. Let your child spend the summer running, jumping, climbing, and growing stronger — inside and out.
Classic Rock Summer Camp
School of Rock Franklin
June 8th - June 12th 10AM-3PM Come learn the music of 60s and 70s rock icons such as The Beatles, Led Zeppelin and The Rolling Stones in our Classic Rock music camp!
Best of the 2000s Music Performance Camp
School of Rock Mt. Juliet
Master the hits of the 2000s at our Rock Music Camp for kids and teens (ages 10-18). The camp features music from bands such as Paramore, System of a Down, and Fall Out Boy. Enroll now for rehearsals and a live concert! No experience required.
2026 Songwriting Camp at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum
We welcome all to apply. However, due to limited capacity and high demand, applicants who have never attended Camp will be given priority admission. Applicants who have attended two or more Camps should expect to be placed on the waitlist. Songwriting Tune-Up remains open to youth songwriters who have participated in Museum songwriting programs (and to newcomers by application).
TPAC Summer Camps 2026!
Tennessee Performing Arts Center
Camp TPAC offers weekday camps based on musical theater for ages 8-16. Led by TPAC teaching artists, participants will practice singing, dancing, and acting, and discover the excitement of performing on TPAC stages.
Inclusive Gymnastics Camps 2026
Flip for Function, LLC
Our therapeutic and inclusive gymnastics camp welcomes campers of all abilities. Camp consists of: circle times to help foster social interaction; group games to encourage parallel play and imitation of motor movements; obstacle courses to help develop balance, coordination, and body awareness; sensory breaks to facilitate self regulation, and free play in the sensory gym to provide an unstructured, play based opportunity for social interaction and sensory input.
2026 Summer Chess Camp #1
Foundation for Tennessee Chess
Our Chess Camp delivers a fun and productive full-day experience where kids build strong chess skills through interactive group classes, hands-on activities, and daily tournament games. The day also includes a relaxing chess-themed movie after lunch, with doors opening at 8:30 AM and dismissal between 3:45–4:00 PM. Students should bring lunch Monday through Thursday, while Papa Johns pizza is provided on Fridays.
Rookies Summer Camp
School of Rock Franklin
June 8th-June 11th 2026 10AM-1:30PM In this camp, 5-7-year-old beginners will learn about different rock instruments and begin their introduction to music theory and appreciation.
Cute Kawaii Creations: Painting and Clay
Children's Art Classes - Nolensville, TN
Students will dive into four exciting art projects while learning the techniques behind the rounded, minimalistic Kawaii style of character drawing.
Summer Camps 2026 - Murfreesboro Parks and Rec.
Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation
MPRD Summer Camps.....where you can explore the world around you, meet new friends, and create stories that will last forever.
Summer Art Camp at The MACC
Monthaven Arts & Cultural Center
Join us for 9 creative weeks in June and July filled with hands-on projects, imagination, and artistic exploration. Choose from AM sessions, PM sessions, or combine two classes for a full-day camp experience. With themes like mixed media, clay, digital art, monsters, dollhouse design, and more, there’s something for every young artist.
Alma Summer Play Days
Alma Learning Lab
Looking for something fun, flexible, and enriching this summer? Alma Summer Play Days are designed for families who want freedom in their schedule without sacrificing meaningful, hands-on experiences for their kids. Each day at Alma is thoughtfully designed but intentionally relaxed, giving students the space to explore, create, and connect. • Hands-on activities and creative projects • Outdoor and water play • Open-ended exploration and choice-based learning
LPG Sports - Multisport Camps
LPG Sports Academy
LPG Sports Academy's Multisport Camps are co-ed, drop off camps for Ages 3-8(half-day) or Ages 4-8(full-day). The daily schedule includes instruction in soccer, baseball, flag football, basketball, and hockey. We play games from all our sports and add in contests and other fun activities.
Cheekwood Summer Camps
Cheekwood Estate and Gardens
Nashville’s favorite summer camp is back! Voted Nashville Scene’s Best Summer Camp in 2024 and 2025, children ages 5-14 can explore Cheekwood’s gardens, make masterpieces, and more all summer long. Reserve your spot for popular camps like Studio Sampler (Age 5), Textile Exploration (Ages 6-7), STEAM Architecture & Landscape (Ages 8-10), and Artist Exploration (Ages 8-10).
YMCA Day Camps - YMCA of Middle Tennessee
YMCA of Middle Tennessee
YMCA day camps inspire kids ages 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten) to learn and play together. With new exciting themes every week, your kids will try new activities and experiences, and simply enjoy being themselves all summer long. For the 2026 season, Center Day Camp runs from May 26 through August 7 (schedules may vary by location).
A Summer Songwriting Camp
Music U
Join us this summer for our Music U Songwriting Camp! Dive into the art of song creation as we break down what makes a great song, explore different genres of songs and compositions, and help each participant write their very own song in one week's time!
Ninja Skills Camp
New Visions Dojo
We pile on all the focused fun for our Summer Campers! Each skill-building mini camp provides instruction in dynamic karate skills, collaborative games, and plenty of physical activity.
LPG Sports - Soccer Camps
LPG Sports Academy
LPG Sports Academy's Soccer Camps are co-ed, drop off camps for Ages 4-9. The daily schedule includes instructional and game situation drills and games.
Summer Art Camp
Children's Art Classes - Murfreesboro, TN
Your child will enjoy a full week of creativity, exploring clay, collage, painting, and pastel projects every day of camp!
Summer Camps 2026
Nashville Shakespeare Festival
NSF is partnering with University School of Nashville for 6 weeks of Summer Camp this year! No experience required, just a willingness to PLAY and CREATE something awesome together. Theater is a team sport, and this camp is all about building an ensemble that understands and practices the foundations of performance like storytelling, movement, people skills, and problem solving. We’ll explore monologues and scenes, audition preparation practices, Shakespeare technique, basics of staging and directing, and lots more! Students should bring a notebook, pencil, water, and a snack. They should dress in comfortable clothing and close-toed shoes. Each week will conclude with a special performance for families and friends.
Summer Music Camps 2026 at Bach to Rock Mt. Juliet
Bach to Rock Music School, Mt. Juliet, TN
Bach to Rock music camps give kids the chance to unleash their inner rock star — even if they’ve never played an instrument before! We offer spring, winter, and summer music camps for kids and teens, including week-long, partial-week, half-day, and day camps. Kids have a blast learning to play hit songs and performing with other campers!
Summer Camps 2026 - CheerVille
CheerVille - Nashville Area
Join us this summer for the Villains Cheer Camp at CheerVille! This is the perfect opportunity for all children ages 4-15 participate in a day camp jam-packed with cheerleading basics and fun activities. If your child is interested in being a cheerleader, this is a great camp experience for them! During this 3-day camp, children will learn the proper technique of stretching, jumps, tumbling, stunts, and dance. We also include fun activities like sidewalk chalk, water balloon tosses, popsicles, face painting, games, and more. On the last day of camp, each group will be able to show-off their skills for parents to watch!
LPG Sports - Flag Football Camps
LPG Sports Academy
LPG Sports Academy's Soccer Camps are co-ed, drop off camps for Ages 4-9. The daily schedule includes instructional and game situation drills and games.
Overnight Adventures in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont
Imagine splashing in an icy cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or discovering nature through hands-on explorations. At Tremont Institute’s summer camps, campers can do it all while living and learning inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park. From backpacking in the wilderness to learning about the unique habitats of local wildlife, Tremont's provides a variety of experiences to suit different interests and abilities for kids ages 4-17. Choose from Discovery Camp, Girls in Science, Wilderness Adventure Trek, Firefly Camp and more. Campers will get curious, ask questions, and have fun learning about nature – and themselves! Sign up now to ensure your child's summer is unforgettable!
Summer Camp 2026 - Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary
Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary
Explore an amazing world of wonder outdoors at Owl's Hill. Here, nature is the guide, and it leads us to crayfish in the creek, meeting animal friends, and hiking in the woods.