2024 Summer Camp Guide

Northwest YMCA Camp

Dates: June 3-7; June 10-14; June 17-21; June 24-28; July 1-5; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26

Where: Northwest YMCA

Hours: 6 a.m. - 7 a.m.

Cost: $170/week for Y facility members, $190/week for Y program members

Description: Unleash Summer Thrills at YMCA’s Unforgettable Summer Day Camp! Join us for eight weeks packed with boundless excitement, perfect for kids seeking endless fun! Our themed weeks led by vibrant, skilled teams promise an adventure-filled experience. From thrilling games, water-based More..

Brick Builders

Dates: July 1-3

Where: Children's Museum Tucson

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $175. 175 for three days plus Campers will also receive a Family Pass (2 adults and up to 3 children) for the Children's Museum Tucson to use on July 4 or 5

Description: Use your creativity and critical thinking during this week-long STEM camp where campers will have the opportunity to explore different building techniques in a classroom full of LEGO parts. More..

Brick Builders

Dates: July 1-3

Where: Children's Museum Tucson

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $175. 175 for three days plus Campers will also receive a Family Pass (2 adults and up to 3 children) for the Children's Museum Tucson to use on July 4 or 5

Description: Use your creativity and critical thinking during this week-long STEM camp where campers will have the opportunity to explore different building techniques in a classroom full of LEGO parts. More..

Creative Upcycling

Dates: June 17-21

Where: Children's Museum Tucson

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $200. 200 for 5 days

Description: Give new and exciting new uses to recycled materials by creating fun and exciting 3D art pieces. More..

Defy Trampoline Park Summer Camp

Dates: May 28-31; June 3-7; June 10-14; June 17-21; June 24-28; July 1-5; July 8-12; July 15-19; July 22-26; July 29 - August 2

Where: Defy Tucson Trampoline Park

Hours: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Cost: $269/week I $65 daily

Description: Rated #1 in Tucson! All the attractions of DEFY plus horseback riding, petting zoos, foam parties, laser tag & more! No camp is more active, affordable, & fun. Register soon! If you want your children to have less screen time More..

Fusion Summer Camp

Dates: June 3-7; June 10-14; June 17-21; June 24-28

Where: Flandrau Science Center & Planetarium

Hours: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Cost: $395. Cost per week

Description: Flandrau's summer program is filled with science and excitement! Undersea adventures, engineering challenges, galactic explorations, and more await your kids. Camps are offered weekly for 1st through 5th graders and include hands-on workshops and fun planetarium shows (and a water More..

LET’S LEGO: ULTIMATE BUILD CHALLENGE

Dates: July 15-19

Where: Timeless Play (River/Campbell)

Hours: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Cost: $35/day 1st child (add: $20/day sibling), $140/week 1st child (add: $90/week sibling)

Description: Compete in Individual and Group Build Challenges in this fun and interactive camp that encourages creativity and helps kids with problem solving and engineering skills. Who will be victorious and win an Ultimate Builder trophy? Ages 5-12. More..

Paint and Pring

Dates: May 28-31

Where: Children's Museum Tucson

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $180. 180 for a 4-day camp

Description: Print making combined with some mixed media art will lead to artistic creations for children 7 to 10 years old! More..

Summer Engineering Academy

Dates: June 10; June 14; June 18-20; June 25-27; July 8; July 12; July 16-18; July 23-25

Where: The University of Arizona, College of Engineering

Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Cost: There is a nonrefundable $50 application fee. The Experience Engineering Programs are $750 and the 3-day Day Programs are $300, payable upon acceptance. Need-based scholarships are available.

Description: Explore Engineering at the University of Arizona during the Summer Engineering Academy (SEA). Learn from UA faculty and students, solve problems, and have fun! More..