Fact: In a few months, kids will be out of school for the summer. If you just broke into a cold sweat, you may want to check out these summer camp options to keep your kid educated and entertained all season long.
Note: All camps still have available spots at the time of publishing.
Zoo Camp | Indianapolis Zoo
Each week of camp can vary greatly, but one thing’s for sure: It’s going to be an adventure. Activities can include zoo walks, indoor + outdoor games, educator chats, animal feeds, and animal-themed interactive activities galore.
Indy Parks Summer Day Camps | Locations vary
Whether your kid is interested in painting murals, protecting the environment, learning the art of clowning, or preparing for their future reality TV career on “Survivor,” there’s something for everyone with an Indy Parks camp. Bonus: With 18 locations, you’re likely to find an option that’s close to home.
Youth Summer Camp | North Mass Boulder
Sign your six to 12-year-old up for one week of climbing, games, and team building with inspiring counselors.
Summer Art Camps | Indy Art Center
Just about every art medium has its own camp at Indy Art Center, including felting, glass art, jewelry making, and more. There are even family sessions for younger artists and their parents to enjoy together.
Indy Parks hosts summer camps at 18 different locations across the city.
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Indianapolis Children’s Choir Summer Music Camp | ICC Performing Arts Center
Little singers grades 1-8 are welcome to join this lively group, no matter their level of experience. Their week will be packed with part-singing, instruments, music games, and crafts, and ends with a concert to show off their new skills.
STEM and Coding Camps | iCode
From building robots to learning the basics of video production to creating Minecraft mods, tech-minded kids and teens will love spending a week in a camp that speaks to their interests.
DeVeau’s Summer Camp Extravaganza | DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics
Need your little one to burn off some of their endless energy? Sign them up for a week of fun learning gymnastics skills, participating in science experiments, playing games, and more. Themes include Disney Enchanted Adventure and Sports of All Sorts.
Sycamore Summer Programs | Sycamore School
Across seven weeks of camps, Sycamore offers everything from ROBLOX development to basketball basics to cooking breakfast. The school was even declared to offer the “Best Summer Camps in Indianapolis” in 2023 and 2024 by IndyStar.
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