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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.
Brainy Science
Children's Science Center Lab
The human brain is one of the most complex things in the entire universe, controlling our movement, senses, emotions, learning, and so much more! But how well do we know what goes on in our own noggins?
Studio STEM
Children's Science Center Lab
Discover the magic behind movies, the engineering of special effects, and the science of animation! Explore techniques and technologies of the entertainment world while creating your very own masterpiece.
Galactic Getaway
Children's Science Center Lab
Need a little rest and relaxation? Consider a vacation that's out of this world! Join us as we use science and a little imagination to plan the ultimate trip across the universe.
Dino Discovery
Children's Science Center Lab
Have you ever wondered how we know so much about creatures that lived millions of years ago? Become a paleontologist for a day and learn the science behind deciphering the past!
Imagination Stage Summer Camps
Imagination Stage, Inc.
Imagination Stage offers camps in Bethesda, Rockville, and Washington DC for ages 4-18.
Camp Twin Creeks
Camp Twin Creeks
A full sleepaway summer camp experience in 2 weeks! With nearly 200 acres in the cool Allegheny Mountains near the border of Virginia and West Virginia, 80 years of camping history, and a dedicated staff of 100, your camper can join a lifelong community at Camp Twin Creeks.
Camp Hidden Meadows
Camp Hidden Meadows
Camp Hidden Meadows is an all gender overnight camp offering 1 and 2 week sessions for campers ages 7-17 in the beautiful Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia. One or Two Weeks of Sleepaway Camp provides campers with a lifetime of community, confidence, independence, friendships, and memories.
Indian Dance, Theater, & Poetry - Summer Program
Sutradhar Institute of Dance and Related Arts
The summer program at Sutradhar brings an immersive four week experience to kids ages 4 to 18 years old. Started by renowned educator Nilimma Devi who said “art must nourish body and soul,” the camp includes classical Indian theater- storytelling, Kuchipudi dance, acting, martial arts, yoga, mask and prop-making, poetry, and script writing. A “fun-filled” staging of the epic Ramayana is put on by campers "Our Ramayana" - July 10th, 2025 at 1pm Free.
Encore Season Samplers - Summer Theatre Camp (Ages 9-12)
Encore Stage and Studio - Arlington, VA
Can’t get enough of Encore onstage? Explore four shows from Encore’s 2024–25 season! Each day, we’ll focus on a script and skill set, including training in stage combat, musical theatre, Shakespeare, and more. This innovative camp is perfect for budding actors and eager audience members alike! Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Encore Performers Summer Camp
Encore Performers
Dance the summer away at Encore Performers! The season is packed with 13 exciting full and half-day camps for every student, from first-time dancer to pre-professional performer.
Kids Summer Yoga Camp - Capitol Hill, Michigan Park, College Park
Breathing Space - Capitol Hill, DC
Breathing Space summer camp provides children with a fun, creative, educational, and enriching experience through yoga movement classes, mindfulness activities, relaxation, games, crafts, field trips, and outdoor time. Each week-long camp is sure to create lasting memories, new friendships, and a foundation for health and well-being!
Aladdin Jr. - Summer Theatre Camp (Ages 12-15)
Encore Stage and Studio - Arlington, VA
The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for young performers! Camp concludes with two fully staged performances.
Artworks Summer Camp
Artworks Fine Art Studio - MD Locations
Daily, participants delve into diverse mediums, like clay, watercolors, acrylic painting, pastels, and more, igniting their passion for artistic exploration.
Summer Camp at Oakland School
Oakland School and Camp
Skip the summer slump! Well-suited for students with diverse learning styles or those simply seeking an academic boost, our specialized summer camp combines learning with traditional summer fun, such as horseback riding, swimming, arts and crafts, and more. Secure your spot today! Overnight camper registration closes on April 1, and day camper registration closes on June 10.
Aladdin Jr. TECH CAMP - Summer Theatre Camp (Ages 12-15)
Encore Stage and Studio - Arlington, VA
With just three weeks to bring together all of the technical elements of a show, campers are challenged to bring their best, most creative selves to camp each day. Campers will focus on exploring technical skills including scenic design, costuming, stage management, and more. By the third week of camp, campers will be ready to present their designs to the public and run a seamless production of Aladdin Jr. from behind the scenes. Camp concludes with two fully staged performances.
Parkour Camp
MindShift Gym
Parkour camps for ages 6-8 and 9-14! Learn the basics of parkour while making friends and memories.
Build & Play 7-10 year olds
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
Duplo-loving kids! Come and build with us. Each day we will use Duplos, wooden blocks, car track and/or train tracks to make the most awesomest build in the whole wide world! Then we will use vehicles, play animals and other toys to play our pretend stories together. We may even take a break and go outside for a bit... or not. It all depends on who is with us and what we need to do to have fun.
Summer Solved with Steve & Kate's Camp
Steve & Kate's Camp- DMV
Since 1980, Steve & Kate’s Camp has put kids in charge–allowing campers to choose from a variety of activities in real-time, including sewing, stop-motion animation, coding & gaming, sports & recreation, maker crafts, water play, baking, and more. As children are empowered to make their own choices at camp, they discover new reserves of confidence, resiliency, and creativity–learning to course correct and trust themselves as they go. Families can buy any number of days, to use at any time–no weekly reservations required. Or, buy a Summer Pass, which covers the whole season. Either way, any unused Passes are automatically refunded at summer’s end. Ages: 4–12 | Lunch, snacks & all hours (8am–6pm) included.
Tiny Treble Makers 1: Musical Playtime
Accelerando Music
Tiny Treble Makers: Musical Playtime! Spark music love in ages 3-5 with singing, dancing, instruments, crafts, and outdoor fun. Full & half-day options. Potty-trained only. Let the musical adventures begin!
Anime Camp for 8-12 year olds
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
Anime-lovers unite! Watch (age-appropriate) anime together. Talk about anime. Learn how to draw anime style characters.
Leesburg Animal Park Summer Camps
Leesburg Animal Park
Join us this summer at Leesburg Animal Park for our immersive summer camp! We’ll incorporate educational lessons from the Keepers, fun arts & crafts, and lots of time to play on the park grounds.
Art Camp
Art Studio Blue Giraffe
Our unique art program blends the fundamentals of academic art with exciting, hands-on creative experiments — giving kids the perfect balance of learning and fun. Our camps are thoughtfully designed for children ages 5 to 13, offering a supportive space where they can explore their creativity, build confidence, and make new friends — all while creating art they’ll be proud of.
CURSIVE HANDWRITING + DRAWING AMERICAN HISTORY
Foundations Classical Academy
In this live online course, we improve our print and cursive handwriting through reading and writing about people and events from American history as well as drawing them. Why drawing? Drawing develops some of the same muscle groups used for handwriting. It's also lots of fun! Recommended for ages 11-18. An ADULT SECTION is also available (meeting time is different. It will start at 9:30 AM PST and end at 10:30 AM PST).
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.
NCC Global Art Connections STEAM Summer Camp
National Children's Center (NCC)
Subsidy Vouchers Accepted! Visit Summer Camp 2025 | NCC to register, or contact Charlene Polk, Family Engagement Manager, at summercampELC@nccinc.org or (202)279-4900
ADAPTED CLASSICS: The Iliad, The Odyssey, and Greek History (online camp in the liberal arts)
Foundations Classical Academy
The purpose of this live ONLINE course is to spark pre-teen/early teenage students' interest in reading classic books and to teach them to engage in Socratic discussion about themes, characters, plot, etc. We will also focus on history related to the stories. Our summer 2025 readings are selections from Homer’s The Iliad and The Odyssey. The cost is $150 for 22.5 hours of instruction June 16-Aug. 13, 2025.
Model United Nations Institute at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
Model United Nations Institute by Best Delegate
Step into the shoes of global leaders, tackle pressing issues, enhance your public speaking and debate skills, get daily personalized feedback from champion mentors, gain confidence, and make like-minded friends.
Camp McLean 2025: Under the Sea
McLean Community Center, VA
Our dynamic Camp McLean program provides a wide array of experiences and fun for your children. Children ages 3 to 10 can enjoy trips and performances; explore the world of fitness and much, much more! During each two-week session, our highly trained staff will lead campers on some unforgettable adventures and provide enrichment opportunities from crafts to music to just plain summer fun!
Scratch Ninja - Scratch Coding (Beginner to Advanced)
Create & Learn
Learn Scratch - the most popular kids coding platform, in small groups of 3-5 students. Create games, stories, animations and have fun!
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.
Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Camp Shakespeare - McLean Community Center
McLean Community Center, VA
“Macbeth” Witches’ prophecies lead to endless tragedy for Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and all who disrupt their ambitions to be King and Queen of Scotland.
Summer Art Camp at CREATE Arts Center
CREATE Arts Center
Join us for amazing art adventures from June 16th through August 22nd, 2025! When school is out for the summer, art is in at CREATE! Each week of summer camp will bring new art adventures. Our experienced teaching artists inspire creativity by teaching various art-making techniques and by exploring artists’ styles to help our campers draw inspiration for their artwork. The week-long sessions allow for both multi-day and single-day projects, allowing our campers to work with various materials, including watercolor and tempera paints, clay, plaster, oil pastels, and more. At the end of the week, each child will go home with a portfolio filled with original artwork! Project types include pottery, sculpture, drawing, painting, cartooning, collage, mixed media, and more!
Soccer Camp (5-12 year olds)
Alexandria Soccer Association
ASA professional coaching provides all players with a chance to learn new skills and play tons of soccer in a fun camp environment. Each day will be filled with engaging soccer-based activities, technical challenges, small-sided games, and camp wide games!
Appalachian Expedition Wild Day Camp
Appalachian Expeditions
Four days of fun and adventure where we'll explore nature through a new and unique lens each day.
Art & Storytime for Elementary Kids
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
Even older kids love stories- just not baby stories! Popular stories, fun facts, making art, show and tell and more fun and interactive activities will keep your child engaged, and creating!
Headfirst Summer Camp
Headfirst Summer Camps
Headfirst Summer Camps have been creating exceptional experiences for campers in the DMV region for over 25 years. We offer daily swimming options, including swimming lessons for our youngest campers, and camp starts at age 3!
Appalachian Expeditions Adventure Day Camp
Appalachian Expeditions
Four days of big adventures: hiking, biking, canoeing, and caving (ages 9-11).
Broadway Bootcamp - Summer Theatre Camp (Ages 9-12)
Encore Stage and Studio - Arlington, VA
Ready to work toward your personal greatest show? Let your musical theatre skills reach their peak during this training. Geared toward musical theatre lovers and newbies alike, this ensemble atmosphere will build dance and acting skills. Start on your path toward triple-threat status and learn all about what it takes to make it on Broadway. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
ASL Club for Families
Art Play Learn - Bowie, MD
This “ASL Club for Families” focuses on developing American Sign Language skills using a combination of games, storytelling, and art, so that the entire family can connect and improve communication with their Deaf or pre-verbal child. *Families comprised solely of hearing individuals are also welcome.*