Summer Camps in the Memphis Area
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Memphis KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter March 17, 2026 |
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 May 3, 2026 Week of May 10, 2026 Week of May 17, 2026 Week of May 24, 2026 Week of May 31, 2026 Week of June 7,
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Beyond Technique offers a 3-week summer intensives for advanced dancers (ages 14–22) July 6–25, 2026, with dorms and meal plan options. Tuition is $1,950; housing with meals is $2,350. The program blends technical training with performance artistry in a
company-immersion format that mirrors a professional dance company’s daily life, providing authentic career preparation. Dancers train with Ballet Memphis School faculty, company dancers, rehearsal directors, and Artistic Director Steven McMahon, learning acclaimed repertoire and performing both classical and contemporary works to develop as well-rounded artists. Highlights include small-group coaching, hands-on exposure to Ballet Memphis’s choreographic style, and a fully produced public
performance. Auditions are scheduled across multiple cities in February and March 2026, with video audition options available.
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Camp Ozark focuses on a kid-first, technology-free summer camp experience where growth, freedom, healthy relationships, and FUN are paramount. Each summer, over 7,000 campers aged 7–17 attend multi-session programs featuring more than 150 activities across
diverse areas, plus high-energy Team Competitions, big Special Events, and supportive Lifeline services to ensure a totalblast of a experience. A daily Mish Mash period lets campers pick any activity they want, from horseback riding and crafts to waterslides, the Blob, tennis, fishing, ropes challenges, and basketball—offering nearly unlimited options for an unforgettable summer.
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High Point Climbing and Fitness Memphis, located just west of Shelby Farms Park off Walnut Grove Road, offers over 30,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor climbing surfaces with walls up to 55 feet tall. The facility features a Kid Zone, Bouldering Room,
fitness areas, and yoga classes. It’s also a popular venue for parties, group events, and summer camps, providing fun and engaging opportunities—especially for kids—to explore climbing through age-appropriate instruction and group activities.
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Welcome to Harding’s Summer Day Camp! This summer, give your child the Best. Camp. Ever. Our Summer Day Camp offers a safe, joyful, and faith-centered environment where campers can play, create, and grow. Each week is filled with exciting field trips, fun
water days, and special movie and pizza days, along with meaningful friendships and daily moments rooted in Christian values. It’s a summer full of faith, fun, and unforgettable memories.
Every day, we will have fun, interactive Bible lessons. We will learn God’s Word together on what it means to live our Best. Life. Ever. By honoring God with our lives.
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Summer fun is in full bloom at the Garden! Join us for a season of discovery, creativity, and outdoor adventures. Our nature camps are dedicated to inspiring a love for the natural world in kids of all ages. Each week, campers ages 6-12 will enjoy nature
crafts, games, and explorations led by expert Garden Guides. All camps run Monday through Friday from 9 am-3 pm. Kids aged 6-9 can choose between our Around the World in Five Days, Art in Nature, Mythbusters, Things with Wings, or Wildlife Safari camps. 10-12-year-olds will enjoy our Eco Engineers camp. Plus, we have two Caterpillar Club Camps designed for parents to accompany their 2-5 year old.
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The Museum of Science and History (MoSH) serves as the parent organization for some of Memphis’ most treasured landmarks — including the Pink Palace Museum & Mansion, Lichterman Nature Center, Mallory-Neely Historic Home, and Coon Creek Science Center.
Together, these sites offer visitors engaging experiences in science, natural history, and culture that celebrate the region’s rich heritage. MoSH also hosts STEM camps during the summer and school breaks, ensuring there’s something exciting for everyone to discover year-round.
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New Ballet Ensemble & School offers inclusive, professional dance training for children and youth regardless of ability to pay, fostering a family environment that supports whole-child development and innovative performance opportunities. From training
to performance, every child experiences enriching experiences that shape their lives. The organization also runs summer camps designed by Teaching and Performing Artists to engage the whole child through dance, music, theater, and crafts. Materials are provided. Each camp concludes with a family-friendly performance in their studios.
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New Day Children's Theatre provides theatrical programming for children and youth of all experience levels. New Day provides a nurturing environment where children come together to build relationships and develop character through mutual respect and
teamwork. Offering classes & summer camps.
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Come ride with us this summer at Panther Creek Stables’ Horsemanship Camps! During our camp weeks, campers will have the opportunity to develop their skills in riding, horse safety, grooming, tacking up, and building confidence when around our lesson herd!
Campers will have the unique opportunity to learn from our own full-time equestrian instructors! We are offering four Horsemanship Camps this summer, two for beginner riders and two for more advanced riders. Our camps are split into Western and English riding disciplines as well as age groups. If you aren’t sure which week to choose, visit the link below or give us a call at 662-912-5440!
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School of Rock Memphis brings a unique, hands-on approach to music education for the Memphis area. Students of all ages can learn guitar, bass, drums, keyboard, and vocals through expert instruction and real band experiences. By rehearsing and performing
together, learners build their musical skills, confidence, and stage presence. The program includes opportunities to play at local venues and community events, plus music camps and workshops that explore performance, songwriting, and more. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, School of Rock Memphis helps you take your talent to the next level while having fun in the spotlight.
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Shelby Farms Stables, located in the beautiful Shelby Farms Park in Memphis, Tennessee, invites riders of all ages and skill levels to experience more than just a trail ride — an unforgettable adventure in nature. Guests can enjoy pony and wagon rides,
private sunset rides, and scenic trail excursions through forests, lakes, and open fields. The stables also host an acclaimed horse camp where campers ride daily, care for their assigned horses, and join in fun activities like games and crafts. Every visit promises safety, learning, and lasting memories for individuals, families, and groups. Visit our website for details!
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SLAM Summer Academy (Scholars, Leaders, and Athletes in Memphis) is a fun, structured, full-day summer program designed to help students continue learning while enjoying an active summer experience. Each morning, students participate in engaging academic
enrichment activities including math, ELA, reading, writing, financial literacy, and public speaking to help strengthen their skills and confidence before the next school year. Lunch is provided each day, and the afternoons are filled with sports, team games, and recreation that encourage teamwork, leadership, and healthy activity. SLAM provides a supportive environment where students can grow academically, learn life skills, build friendships, and have a great time. For more information please
email judd@risingtogetherfoundation.com.
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Our mission is to focus on the individual child by using creativity and self-expression to involve, educate, and encourage the student to understand themselves and explore their world. Sunfish Children’s Theatre provides positive artistic experiences for
every student using workshops, individual lessons, and quality community performances. Preschool and elementary theatre brings each child into the world of story and poetry through creative drama, character development, environment, exploration, and movement in a positive, nurturing environment. Students learn storytelling, stage movement, characterization, and basic memorization of poems, songs, and stories.
Offering summer camps at St. Mary's (Summer at St. Mary's) and Grace St. Luke's (SummerFest) in 2026!
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Summer 2026 at YMCA Summer Camp will be a season your child will never forget—a summer filled with laughter, discovery, and moments that spark lifelong confidence. Each day is packed with outdoor adventures, creative arts, swimming, group games, and
hands-on activities designed to help campers explore new interests and build real friendships. At the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, we create a welcoming space where every child feels seen, supported, and encouraged to try something new. Whether it’s their first camp experience or a beloved tradition, campers leave stronger, more independent, and excited for what’s next.
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At Spirit Technique, we're not baby sitters — our camps are a space for our littles to explore gymnastics, ninja, trampoline and more in a safe, structured environment where they’re celebrated for who they are and encouraged to try hard things. We put
safety, belonging, and progress first, we create bully-free spaces where kids can build confidence, curiosity, and resilience. Because, when school’s out, your child still deserves a place to shine! Discounted tuiton is available for paying in full through March 31.
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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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