Summer Camps in the Ann Arbor & Detroit Metro Area
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Ann Arbor/Detroit KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter March 16, 2026
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Dear KidsOutAndAbout readers:
Here at KidsOutAndAbout.com, we love promoting summer camps as a way for kids to learn, expand their friendship circles, and have fun without the pressure of grades or consequences. Local summer camps have pulled out all the stops to ensure your kids have a great time.
After getting inspired by the camp descriptions below with programs for preschoolers through teens, head over to
our Week by Week Guide to Summer Camps and what's been posted so far for 2026. Bookmark that main portal page to get where you need to go quickly to search by date or subject. New camps are being added constantly, so check back frequently. I hope you enjoy our special-edition
camp newsletter, and that you forward it to your friends who may also be shopping for summer camps. We'll be back with your regularly-scheduled weekly newsletter on Thursday!
—Debra Ross, publisher
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Summer camps 2026: Week by week Week of June 7, 2026 Week of June 14, 2026 Week of June 21, 2026 Week of June 28, 2026 Week of July 5, 2026 Week of July 12, 2026 Week of July 19, 2026 Week of July 26, 2026 Week of August 2, 2026 Week of August 9, 2026 Week of August 16, 2026 Week of August 23, 2026 Week of August 30, 2026
Find summer programs by subject!
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LOOKING FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE SUMMER EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR CHILD?
AR Workshop’s 2026 Summer Art Camp is the ultimate destination for creativity and fun! Designed for ages 7 up to teens, our week-long camps provide hands-on opportunities for kids to explore art, design, and STEAM concepts while crafting unique, personalized projects. Campers will not only make incredible DIY creations but also build confidence, learn new skills, and make lasting memories.
Visit our website to see this year's camp options, featuring so many new and exciting themes plus the return of some of our past favorites!
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Champion Gymnastics offers eight weeks of Summer Camp with both Gymnastics & Ninja Warrior skills being taught!
Join us for Creative Movement, Free Play, Arts & Crafts, Fun Games, Friendship Building, & Outdoor Water Play. Did we mention a FREE tee shirt to tie dye as a fun keepsake too!
Camps are for ages 6 & up, offered Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm with the option to register for mornings, afternoons or both. Preschool Camps are for ages 4 & 5, Monday through Thursday 9:00am - Noon only. Single day options are available as well. For more information call us at (734)222-1810
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For years, Cranbrook Schools Summer Camps have been a tradition of fun and learning for campers of all ages. Hosted across our beautiful, historic campus, our hands-on summer programs offer a true Cranbrook experience through its multi-activity traditional
camps and specialty camps in Art, Robotics, Sports, STEM, Theatre, and Writing.
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Explore the world of forging through the Forging Foundation’s two-day Forge the Future Summer Camp. Students 11-15 years old will have the opportunity to tour a forging facility, participate in STEAM and
team building activities, and learn how to forge. Plus, campers will get to take home their own forging!
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Crazy about animals? Check out Camp PAWS Jr. (Pets Are Worth Saving) at the Humane Society of Huron Valley! This animal-themed camp consists of five fun-filled days that will surely make your tail wag. From June 1st-5th, 9 a.m. -12 p.m. each day will
include humane education lessons on animal care and safety around animals, daily visits with adoptable animals, a snack provided by HSHV, and stories, games and crafts. Designed for children ages 4-5, campers will engage in activities that will help to prepare them to become responsible and compassionate future pet owners! Fee: $160 per camper, which includes a paw-tastic Camp PAWS t-shirt!
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Join us for summer fun at the JCC's Camp Raanana and Camp Globetrotters!
Located at the Cedar Lake Outdoor Center in Chelsea, Camp Raanana features old forest paths for nature walks and outdoor sports, an archery range and, of course, the famous waterfront right on Little Cedar Lake where campers can swim, kayak, fish and more.
We're also excited to introduce Camp Globetrotters this summer! This camp will take place at the JCC facility and offers two different programs to choose from - sports and cooking!
Though our camps have Jewish roots, all are welcome, regardless of faith or background.
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Let us help your kids have the BEST. SUMMER. EVER!
At Launch, we pack every day with awesome activities, interactive games, and creative crafts into an action-filled 4–8 hour experience your child will love. We do more than just jump — our camp builds teamwork, kindness, confidence, and positive manners in a fun, supportive environment.
Kids enjoy free play time, plus interactive activities and games that blend entertainment and learning.
Camp is open to children ages 5–13.
All counselors pass background certification and maintain a 10:1 camper ratio with a dedicated camp director.
Learn more about our camps and register here: https://launchfamilyentertainment.com/annarbor/camp/
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Join us this year for another exciting year of Spark! Camps at the Michigan Science Center. Campers will explore Mi-Sci’s 220+ interactive exhibits, engage in immersive theater experiences, and investigate fascinating science phenomena through hands-on
activities and experiments.
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All aspects of the game are covered and the instruction is kept simple, fun and relaxed with games and contests. Camps begin with the basic fundamentals of the golf grip, stance, posture, aim alignment and moves through the swing plane and motion.
Youngsters will be taught lessons in fairness, perseverance, self-control and self-esteem that will help them long after they have left the instruction tee. Camp includes; camp shirt, lunch, on-course instruction, practice balls, range use, essential gift bag, certificate reduced green fees all season, use of equipment (if needed), games, prizes and awards! Space is limited to 14 participants. Camps are Non-refundable.
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This is “Detroit Basketball” at its best. For boys and girls of all skill levels, Pistons Academy camps are designed to teach kids how to be a champion both on and off the basketball court. Camp will consist of fundamental skill-development in the morning
and NBA-themed games and competitions during the afternoon. In addition to becoming a better basketball player, campers will enjoy guest appearances from current and/or former Pistons players (If/when available, but not guaranteed), a high-flying dunk performance by the Pistons Extreme Team, and a spectacular awards ceremony on the final day of camp. Our one-of-a kind coaching staff is excited to deliver an experience that only the Detroit Pistons can provide!
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Summers-Knoll School Camps are designed to open children’s minds, pique their curiosity, and engage their intrinsic desire to learn by doing in the spirit of discovery. Our campers engage through hands-on explorations of the arts, science, athletics, and
the outdoors in a safe space that nurtures each individual child’s emotional, social, and intellectual development. Most importantly our camp program is designed to offer a wide range of opportunities to have fun!
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Join us for Spinning Dot Theatre’s 2026 Summer Camps! Spinning Dot camps are a revolutionary way of engaging in global theatre. Young artists explore movement, music, visual arts, languages and the theatre process from idea to production. The culmination of
each Spinning Dot camp is a performance, crafted from top to bottom by the young people and including acting, choreography, lighting, set design, costumes, and more! Spinning Dot offers three camps: Go! for 4-6 year olds (July 20-24), Spark for 7-12 year olds (July 27-August 7), and G2T for 13-18 year olds (July 27-August 7). Visit our website for more!
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We invite you to immerse yourself in the stunning beauty of our Michigan campus, where more than 800 acres of forests, private lakes, and open fields create the perfect setting to step away from the noise of everyday life. Leave behind your devices, breathe
deeply, and discover God in the quiet of nature.
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Whether it’s Summer, Spring Break, or just a school holiday, we’ve got a camp for that! Kids dive into multiple STEAM related topics and are able to learn various skills in different topics.
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Ready for a summer of building, coding, and big ideas? The Future Innovators Academy (FIA) in Ann Arbor is a hands-on STEAM studio where kids entering K–9 become inventors and builders. Campers design robots, code games, tinker with circuits, explore 3D
printing, and create digital projects—guided by friendly instructors who make learning feel fun and doable. Each week includes playful themes and creative challenges that get kids moving, collaborating, and proudly showing off what they made. No experience needed—just curiosity and a willingness to try. Camps run all summer at 4130 Varsity Dr. Visit our summer camp page for dates, themes, and registration details.
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THF Summer Camp offers a one-week experience, running Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Extended Care is available for added flexibility. Camp levels are designed for grades 2-7. Campers should be registered for the grade they will enter in the
fall of 2026.
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The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of
entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.
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iD Tech: The World's #1 STEM Summer Camp! BattleBots® Camp? You can only get it here. Roblox Camp? We've got that and more in our Summer '26 lineup. Register today at the top-rated tech camp for 25 years and counting! iD Tech is the very best
experience built around your child—their interests, their skill level, their goals for the future. Trusted by 75+ of the world’s top universities and over 1,000,000 parents, iD Tech is where kids and teens learn from the best—coding, game dev, robotics, and more. The future starts at iD Tech!
Click here for more information about your local iD Tech opportunities! Virtual camps are also available!
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