Arts & Culture

Camps for Every Interest: Summer Fun Guide

Whether they’re building robots or chasing home runs, these summer camps keep kids learning, creating and having fun all season long.

by Edit Staff | May. 1, 2026 | 1:36 PM

Courtesy Cleveland Metroparks

Courtesy Cleveland Metroparks

CLEVELAND METROPARKS

Summer Nature Camps

Cleveland Metroparks Summer Nature Camps across Cuyahoga County give children the chance to get their hands dirty and explore the outdoors.

Designed for kids ages 4 to 17, programs range from one-day sessions like Archery Youth Camps to multi-day adventures such as the three-day Young Explorers Camp, offering hands-on ways to learn new skills and connect with nature. clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/education/education-programs/summer-nature-camps

GREAT LAKES SCIENCE CENTER

Camp Curiosity

Camp Curiosity is back this year with a mix of new and returning camps designed for students in grades kindergarten through 8. The program offers a wide range of engaging experiences tailored to various age groups and interests.

Students in grades 6 to 8 can participate in weeklong robotics camps, where they’ll build robots centered on themes like fabrication, aquatics and extraterrestrials. For children in grades 3 to 6, Camp Curiosity features interactive sessions that explore sound, structural engineering and even
Pokemon-inspired activities.
 greatscience.com/camps/summer-day-camps

CLEVELAND GUARDIANS

Youth Baseball and Softball Summer Camps

Kids don't have to be seasoned players to enjoy the Cleveland Guardians Youth Baseball and Softball Summer Camps. Whether they hope to meet an MLB player or be one someday, campers ages 6 to 14 will have a chance to hone their skills, make lifelong memories and, most of all, have fun. mlb.com/guardians/fans/summercamps 

BECK CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Arts Summer Camps

This June, July and August, creative kids of all skill levels and abilities can take part in a slew of classes, including Junior Dance Camp, where children ages 4 to 7 can gain experience in a range of dance styles, from ballet to jazz, with crafts and games rounding out the fun.

Those looking to sharpen their comedy skills can try Improv Camp, where students ages 13 to 19 explore the basics of improvisational theater.

Aspiring artists can try their hand at Cartooning, a workshop for kids ages 7 to 12 that encourages creative exploration through their favorite comic book characters, movies and TV shows. beckcenter.org 

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