Parent rely on summer camps to keep their kids active and learning while school is out of session. Below you’ll find a list of Summer Camps in Akron Ohio and the surrounding areas, including details on virtual and in person summer camps for kids.
Featured Summer Camps in Akron
Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Summer Camps
Summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to start planning your girl’s next big adventure. The best part is, all girls are welcome — no Girl Scout experience necessary!
Girl Scouts are a force of nature. They were meant for outdoor adventures. Your girl is ready to rediscover the world – to disconnect from technology and embrace the freedom of the woods, the sky and water.
If she loves to explore, Passport to Fun may be her perfect Resident Camp, or Space Rockettes may be the Week-long Day Camp for the astronomer in training in your life. Whichever camp themes she chooses, fun is sure to follow!
For more information visit Gsneo.org/camplife or call Customer Care at 800-852-4474.
Camp Invention STEM Summer Camp
Unlock your child’s potential at Camp Invention®!
This inspiring experience has received rave reviews from campers, parents and teachers, and now it’s returning with an all-new program, Explore!
Children in grades K-6 will team up with friends for fun, hands-on STEM adventures, from adopting a robotic fish to exploring space to building robotic artists and marble arcades! Each activity sparks creativity and builds confidence.
Register Early & Save! Use promo code LOCAL25 to save $25 (expires 3/31/22) or LOCAL15 to save $15 (expires 5/18/22).
Secure your spot at invent.org.
Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) Summer Camps
Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) offers dozens of summer camps designed to introduce your child to different career paths including science, performing arts, coding and engineering.
Mad Science® camps give kids the opportunity to explore engineering using LEGO® bricks, convert substances via chemical reactions, learn about outer space or build robots. Virtual Black Rocket camp options will focus on coding, designing and programming.
Nuts and Bolts Academy camps allow youth to use state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to design and create objects born in their imagination.
Tri-C’s Creative Arts Academy will once again offer summer camps for children ages 4-18, including dance academy, vocal arts mastery, orchestra and JazzFest academy.
View all available camps and register at tri-c.edu/summercamps.
It’s never to early to start at Tri-C!
Classroom Antics - STEAM Summer Camps
LEARN WHAT YOU LOVE! If your child likes LEGO, Minecraft, or YouTube, they are going to love becoming a creator in a Classroom Antics summer camp!
Classroom Antics is an educational enrichment provider offering fun, educational STEAM-focused programs for kids 7-13 years old. Weeklong summer camps are offered in a variety of STEAM activities, including video game design, robotics, animation, video production, and coding. Attend half-day or full-day in a location close to home – Beachwood, Berea, Brecksville, Brunswick, Fairlawn, Hudson, Solon, and Westlake.
Classroom Antics programs are uniquely different from other STEAM programs.
- Professional educators – teachers with classroom experience
- Small class sizes – 12 students max per class
- Dedicated materials & equipment – 1:1 student to equipment ratio
- Close to home – most programs within a 15-minute drive
- Fun, safe, social, and respectful environment
Set sail for a fantastic adventure with Challenge Island®!
Challenge Island is a one-of-a-kind S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art and math) program full of hands-on fun. Children embark on a unique “island” adventure where they complete STEM/STEAM challenges using only the materials in their treasure chest and their own creativity to build structures, create games and more.
Challenge Island provides kids with a much-needed break from screens and electronics as they take the ideas we challenge them with and freely go in any direction they choose on their problem-solving adventures. Every child is appreciated for what they bring to the team as they put their creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, problem solving and communication skills to work.
The wide variety of pop-culture camp themes include wizardry, slime, arcade games, space and travel. There is something for every child at Challenge Island!
Learn more and register at www.challenge-island.com/neo
Overnight Camps Worth Driving For
Roosevelt Firebird: Overnight Camp with a Funky Vibe
Camp Roosevelt Firebird builds powerful kids. Our camp is all about:
Having Fun – It all starts here! Campers do cool activities, make friends and have a fantastic time! The experience changes lives.
Powerful Kids – At camp we work hard to give kids opportunities to take on leadership in meaningful ways that matter.
Equity and Diversity – Everyone needs a place to belong. People need to feel safe. Our camp culture embodies that above all else. We have a rich and diverse community.
Relationships – Having healthy and respectful relationships are the cornerstone of everything we do at camp. We meet our campers where they are, build shared experiences and practice empathy in real-life situations.
For more information visit camprooseveltfirebird.com, watch the camp video, request a digital brochure, or contact Joe at 216-849-93957 or joe@camprooseveltfirebird.com
Falcon Camp: Ohio's Premier Summer Camp
Are you ready for a summer of fun, activities, and friends?
Falcon Camp is Ohio's premier overnight camp, and we are ready for you! We are intentionally small, giving campers the opportunity to learn new skills, make new friends, and try new activities in a supportive environment.
Our program is designed by experts, implemented by the best staff, and loved by campers all over Ohio and the world! If you are ready for a summer to remember, Falcon Camp is the place to be! We are filling up fast, so register now to get the session of your choice!
When: Summer 2022
Where: 4251 Delta Road S.W. Carrollton, OH 44615
Have a question? Want to learn more about the best summer camp in Ohio? Visit FalconCamp.com or call (216) 991-2489.
Summer Camps in Akron, OH
Akron Artwork's Summer Art Adventure Camps
Each week features a different theme, and full- and half-day options are available. All camps are facilitated by instructors and staff. Primary artwork instruction happens each morning, but campers can create all day long! {Website}
Where: 1684 Merriman Rd., Akron, OH 44313
Akron Fossils & Science Center Summer Day Camp
Akron Fossils & Science Center offers weekly camps featuring fun themes. {Website}
Where: 2080 S. Cleveland-Massillon Rd., Copley, OH 44321
Akron Zoo Zoocamp
Designed for children, basic camp activities include touring the zoo, meeting education animals up-close, talking with zoo staff, and making crafts. Activities may vary by theme. {Website}
Where: 505 Euclid Ave., Akron, OH 44307
Aurora School of Music Summer Camps
Offering musical arts education to students of all ages in a variety of genres and styles. {Website}
Where: 211 S. Chillicothe Rd., Aurora, OH 44202
Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO Summer Camps
LEGO Summer Camps with different themes {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations
Camp Asbury
Christian Residential and day camp options are available. Canoeing, swimming, biking, archery, low and high ropes challenge courses, giant swing, mudslide, music, art, ceramics, astronomy, nature exploration, disc golf, and hiking are favorite camp activities. {Website}
Where: 10776 Asbury Rd., Hiram, OH 44234
Camp Carl
One of Ohio’s leading Christian camps, Camp Carl provides children with the opportunity to discover their God-given purpose and potential, experience incredible adventures, and foster relationships that could last a lifetime. {Website}
Where: 8054 Calvin Rd., Ravenna, OH 44266
Camp Christopher
Catholic camp for children offers Day Camp, Residential Camp Express, Residential Leadership Camp, SumFun Day Camp (for children with disabilities), Family Camp, and more. {Website}
Where: 1930 N. Hametown Rd., Akron, OH 44333
Camp Invention
Campers in grades K-6 will collaborate with friends in hands-on, open-ended STEM challenges. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations in Northeast Ohio
Camp JCC – Shaw JCC of Akron
Choose the Traditional Camp experience or enjoy one of 30 specialty camps. {Website}
Where: 750 White Pond Dr., Akron, OH 44320
Camp Riverwood
Team-building games, hands on experiments, interactive Bible lessons, and more. Open to kids 5 years old – completed 4th grade. {Website}
Where: 1407 Fairchild Ave, Kent OH 44240
Camp Y-Noah / Akron Area YMCA Summer Camps
YMCA Camp Y-Noah and Akron Rotary Camp offer day and overnight options for traditional and specialty camps at Camp Y-Noah, where confidence, camaraderie and all the camping craziness is set to make this the best summer ever for your child. {Website}
Where: 815 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Clinton, OH 44216 (and multiple locations)
Challenge Island: STEAM Camps
Now, kids can experience the magic of Challenge Island, the world’s #1 STEAM program, from the safety and comfort of home. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations
Challenger Sports Soccer Camp
Challenger Sports offers a complete range of summer camps all providing quality instruction from coaches who care about your child. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations
Childtime Learning Centers Summer Camp
At Camp Curiosity, children will explore themes through hands-on projects, daily activities, and field trips — plus a culminating special event for the whole family! {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations across Northeast Ohio
City of Green Parks & Recreation’s Summer Day Camps
Summer Day Camps for children are held at John Torok Community & Senior Center. Each week of camp features a different theme. {Website}
Where: 4224 Massillon Rd., North Canton, OH 44720
Classroom Antics
STEAM-focused camps for kids 7-18 years old. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations
Code Galaxy
For kids from elementary to high school. From Scratch + Minecraft to Python Programming and Web Development, Code Galaxy's coding camps for kids are the perfect way to spend time off school. {Website}
Where: Online
Country Life Kids Camp
Country Life Kids Camp is a unique day camp that gives kids the opportunity to experience nature, develop their athletic abilities, learn new skills, and make meaningful new friendships. {Website}
Where: 7003 W. Smith Rd., Medina, OH 44256
Crown Point Ecology Center’s Summer Farm & Science Camp
Children experience Crown Point’s 115-acre Ecology Center and Farm at Summer Farm and Science Day Camp. {Website}
Where: 3220 Ira Rd., Bath, OH 44210
Great Lakes Science Center: Camp Curiosity
Great Lakes Science Center is offering both at-home and in-person camp experiences to best fit your family’s needs. Both options have been designed with your child's health and safety in mind. {Website}
Where: 601 Erieside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114
LifeCenter Plus Kids Summer Camp – TBA for 2022
Campers enjoy weekly themes and field trips, swimming, crafts, games, and more. {Website}
Where: 5133 Darrow Rd., Hudson, OH 44236
Mad Science Summer Camps
Campers participate in experiments and hands-on activities that take place both inside and out each day, as well as a game and a snack that relates to each day’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) principles. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations
Magical Theatre Company K.I.D. Camp
Kids in Drama camps hosted by the Magical Theatre Company in Barberton. {Website}
Where: Barberton High School, 555 Barber Rd., Barberton, OH 44203
Michaels' Camp Creativity
Explore a different theme each week. Make a new and different craft each day, as well as a camp journal to track your progress throughout the summer. {Website}
Where: Michaels stores across Northeast Ohio
Old Trail School’s Summer Camp
Old Trail School’s Summer Camp (S’Camp) is returning for another great summer filled with sun, fun, friends and nonstop activities. {Website}
Where: 2315 Ira Rd., Bath, OH 44210
Peak Potential Therapy's Summer Camps for Children with Disabilities
Therapeutic day camp led by a speech-language therapist. Campers engage in structured learning activities in addition to daily field trips to generalize skills while focusing on social skills, communication, and emotional regulation. {Website}
Where: 7689 Sagamore Hills Blvd., Northfield, OH 44067
Pinnacle Sports Summer Camp
The Pinnacle Sports Summer Day Camp is a traditional summer camp featuring a different sports theme but the camp is so much more than just sports instruction. They also offer sport-specific camps. {Website}
Where: 313 Medina Rd., Medina, OH 44256
Skyhawks Virtual Sports Classes
Skyhawks is the country's leader in providing a safe, fun, and skill-based sports experience for kids between the ages of 4 and 14. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations in Northeast Ohio
The Nest Early Learning Center Summer Camps
Summer Camps for children ages 3-5 are offered during select weeks of the summer. {Website}
Where: The Nest Early Learning Center, located within First Christian Church, 3493 Darrow Rd., Stow, OH 44224
Think Tank to Shark Tank Youth Summer Day Camp
Summer day camp for youth. In this week-long summer camp, youth compete in team design challenges, applying learnings in principles of entrepreneurship and engineering, and pitch their innovations to area business leaders. {Website}
Where: University of Akron, Akron, OH 44325
Tiger Kids Kung Fu Camp
Age-appropriate camp activities each day include themed crafts, learning about Chinese/Kung Fu culture, fun activities, learning new Kung Fu and fitness skills, and bully and stranger training. Half-day or full-day camp options are available. {Website}
Where: The Teen Light Center, 3810 Ridgewood Rd., Copley, OH 44321
Tri-C Summer Camps
Cuyahoga Community College Summer Camps are designed for children ages 4-18. Whether your child is a young performer or a budding engineer, Tri-C Summer Camps will help them discover their passions and talents. {Website}
Where: Various Northeast Ohio Locations
US Baseball Academy Summer Camp
U.S. Baseball Academy provides young players with a unique opportunity to take their game to the next level. {Website}
Where: Multiple Locations in Northeast Ohio
University of Akron Esports Summer Camp
The University of Akron is hosting its second Esports Summer Camp – is the only camp of its kind in the entire Midwest – and they plan to deliver another great summer experience. {Website}
Where: The University of Akron
Weathervane Playhouse Summer Camps – TBA for 2022
Theater and performing arts classes for both boys and girls held in Akron, OH. {Website}
Where: 1301 Weathervane Ln., Akron, OH 44313
Summer Camps at Western Reserve Academy – TBA for 2022
WRA Summer Programs provide quality, fun summer experiences for children where students and campers alike strive for excellence, live with integrity, and act with compassion. {Website}
Where: 115 College St., Hudson, OH 44236
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