Summer Camps in the Nashville Area
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Nashville KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter March 16, 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,
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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Adventure Science Center’s 2026 Summer Camps invite curious minds to explore, experiment, and imagine through immersive, hands-on science experiences. From magical chemistry and super-powered physics to space exploration, invention, and advanced robotics,
each camp is thoughtfully designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and make learning fun. Whether your camper is discovering science for the first time or ready for a deeper challenge, the science center’s themed and specialty camps offer engaging, age-appropriate adventures led by expert educators—where every week is a new opportunity to learn by doing. Visit our website to view dates, themes, and to choose your session today: https://bit.ly/45QsDre
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Located in Nashville’s Belle Meade area, BOOST Gymnastics provides engaging and high-quality gymnastics classes for kids of all ages. With a focus on safety, fun, and skill development, the gym creates an encouraging environment where children can thrive
both physically and mentally. In addition to regular classes, BOOST offers exciting programs such as camps, clinics, birthday parties, and Open Gym sessions, allowing every child to experience the joy and benefits of gymnastics.
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Turn your child’s love of LEGO® into an exciting STEM adventure this summer! Our Bricks4Kidz Engineering Summer Camp features 10 weeks of hands-on building, robotics, and creative challenges. Each week introduces new engineering and architecture concepts
while kids build amazing models and explore robotics in a fun, collaborative environment.
Weekly themes include favorites like Minecraft®, Roblox®, Star Wars®, and more — keeping every camp fresh and exciting.
Perfect for builders ages 5–12.
Franklin, TN
Limited spots available – register early.
Special offer for KidsOutAndAbout readers:
Mention code KOAA10 when you contact us to activate your camp discount.
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Cedar Crest Camp offers year-round programming for children, youth, and adults. We offer six weeks of summer camp for those who have finished 1st grade to high school seniors.
Our summer camp program has all of the classic camp elements: canoeing, ziplining, ropes courses, swimming, cooking over a fire, archery, arts and crafts, and field games. We also offer an Adventure Camp program; Adventure Campers participate in the classic camp elements and go off-site for experiences such as whitewater rafting, caving, climbing, and more!
Year-round programming at Cedar Crest includes family weekends, teambuilding, environmental education, sorority retreats, and other events. We are located just outside of Nashville in Lyles, TN.
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Creekside Riding Academy & Stables offers an unforgettable Summer Horseback Riding Camp for kids ages 7–15. Camp features riding lessons, scenic trail rides, and fun horsemanship activities led by experienced
instructors in a safe, supportive environment. Riders gain confidence while learning proper riding skills, horse care, and teamwork. Conveniently located just south of the Williamson County line near Spring Hill, our camp welcomes riders of all experience levels. CLICK HERE for more info: https://creeksideridingstables.com/2026-camp
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Ensworth Summer Camps offer students in Grades K-12 a unique blend of fun and education, providing a nurturing environment to develop new skills, forge lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories. Our sports camps, led by Ensworth's High School
athletes and coaches, are skill-building camps designed for serious fun and athletic development. Master fundamentals, build confidence, and forge lasting friendships in a competitive yet supportive environment.Our enrichment and art camps ignite creativity, build confidence, and fuel curiosity. Students will learn to code robots, craft masterpieces, climb rocks, and discover hidden talents – all while making friends and having a blast!
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Fellowship School of Creative Arts is dedicated to inspiring creativity and worship through excellent dance education that unites body, soul, and spirit in honor of Christ. The school provides a supportive environment where students can discover joy in
movement, deepen their faith, and develop their unique gifts to glorify God. With a range of offerings—including diverse dance styles, homeschool programs, and summer camps—it encourages personal growth, artistic skill, and spiritual connection. Each class nurtures both creativity and character, helping dancers express their faith through art while pursuing excellence and purpose in every step they take.
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Imagine splashing in an icy cold mountain stream, climbing ridges to an unbelievable view, or discovering nature through hands-on explorations. At Tremont Institute’s summer camps, campers can do it all while living and learning inside Great Smoky Mountains
National Park. From backpacking in the wilderness to learning about the unique habitats of local wildlife, Tremont's provides a variety of experiences to suit different interests and abilities for kids ages 4-17. Choose from Discovery Camp, Girls in Science, Wilderness Adventure Trek, Firefly Camp and more. Campers will get curious, ask questions, and have fun learning about nature – and themselves! Sign up now to ensure your child's summer is unforgettable!
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Middle Tennessee's premiere gymnastics training facility. A second generation, family owned and operated club. We are passionate about coaching athletes from our tiniest tumblers learning forward rolls to our high level, multi award winning, nationally
competitive gymnasts. Please check out all that we offer from classes, camps, clinics, Little Shiners Clubhouse and more! We are driven by our mission statement to "provide exceptional gymnastics programs in a state-of-the-art facility instructed by staff who emulate the life of Christ..."
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LPG Sports Academy offers instructional baseball, soccer, basketball and multi-sport classes and camps for children ages 2 and up in the greater Nashville area, based in Franklin and with satellite locations in Spring Hill and Brentwood. Weekly classes and
school break camps develop important skills in each prospective sport using fun activities, age appropriate equipment and professionally developed lesson plans.
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School of Nashville Ballet Summer Camp registration is now open! Designed to foster creative development through engaging physical activity, our half-day camps offer the perfect opportunity for your child to explore, imagine, and play. Each camp includes
dance technique taught by a member of our exceptional faculty, arts and crafts, original choreography, and a performance for family and friends as the grand finale. With weekly camps for ages 3-9 from June 1-July 17, this year’s themes include Animal Adventures, Once Upon a Time, Broadway Stars, Dance Through the Eras, and more! Save $50 when you add a second camp to your enrollment!
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Our learn-to-row camps are the perfect opportunity for prospective middle and high school athletes to learn the ropes of the sport in a fun, focused environment. Camps will run from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday, and will cover all of the
fundamentals, including the basics of the rowing stroke, caring for and preparing equipment, and how to take care of yourself as an athlete. By the end of a week of learn-to-row, athletes will be equipped to join our fall programming. Athletes desiring to do more rowing Our Saturday session will include an exhibition row where parents can come out and see the progress their rowers have made over the course of the week! Nashville Rowing Club Summer Camp T-shirt and water bottle included!
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Sign up today for Summer Soccer Camps with Tennessee United Soccer Club, North Nashville’s soccer elite! These camps are designed for players new to the game or wanting to level up with extra touches. Players 3-12 years old will learn skills from licensed
coaches and semi-pro TUSC UPSL players, take part in fun soccer activities, and play small sided scrimmages. Groups are split based on skill level to provide the best developmental opportunities. Popsicles are provided at the end of each day and fun water activities on the last day (weather permitting). Use coupon code KOAA to get $5 off!
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YMCA Camp Ocoee has provided a high-quality traditional overnight camping experience since 1923. In Ranger Camp, campers enjoy a wide range of land and water activities in a safe, supportive environment. Each morning, campers choose activities that interest
them most, while afternoons are spent experiencing camp favorites with their cabin group.
One-week sessions are available for boys and girls ages 7–16, with a 5:1 camper-to-staff ratio and a strong Christian atmosphere. Activities include paintball, whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, stand-up paddleboarding, mountain biking, camp-outs, and much more—creating adventure, friendship, and lifelong memories.
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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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