Summer Camps in the Phoenix Area
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Phoenix KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter February 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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Escape to our 50-acre 16th Century village where Mermaids, Maidens, Merriment and Magical Moments await thee. With over 200 shops of handmade items; blown glass, leather goods and jewelry, 16 stages of nonstop entertainment; performances of music, dance,
comedy, falconry, acrobatics and 3 jousting tournaments daily – there is something for everyone! Watch artisans work as they create a masterpiece right before your eyes. It’s a treasure trove! Eat, drink and be merry as you make your way through the Faire. Feast like Royalty at the Exclusive Pleasure Feast! Arizona.RenFestInfo.com, 520.463.2600. Saturdays, Sundays & Presidents’ Day January 31 through March 29.
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Keep your child creatively engaged this summer with Children's Art Classes in Goodyear! Our comprehensive summer camps combine fun and learning through hands-on art experiences. We offer diverse workshops ranging from Anime and Clay Sculpture to Stained
Glass and Painting—something for every young artist. Each camp builds confidence, creativity, and artistic skills while fostering a supportive art community. Our certified instructors inspire students to explore their unique creative voice and discover their passion for art. Whether your child is an experienced artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, our summer programs stimulate imagination and create lasting memories.
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Looking for a summer experience that helps your child grow, unplug, and belong? At St. Joseph’s Youth Camp (SJYC), kids ages 6–17 spend a full week unplugged, challenged, and fully immersed in overnight camp life in the pine forests of Northern Arizona. As
a welcoming, non‑denominational camp, SJYC gives kids space to try new things, build confidence, and form real friendships through outdoor adventure and classic camp traditions. With caring, well‑trained staff and one of Arizona’s most affordable week‑long overnight programs, kids thrive while parents feel confident. For many families, SJYC becomes a highlight of childhood. Explore why campers return year after year.
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FIT-N-FUN camps promote health and fitness while having a blast. Each week, children ages 3-12 will enjoy gymnastics, trampoline, group challenge activities, obstacle courses, team sports, relay races, inflatables and much, much more! The Xtreme
Gymnastics staff is high energy, USA Gymnastics Safety Certified, with complete background checks. Our facility is state of the art and fully air conditioned.
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Aqua Camp is an immersive, fun summer camp that is designed to inspire kids through hands-on learning, soft skills development, and water safety training! Our day camp builds knowledge and connection within campers while also encouraging growth, confidence,
and lasting friendships in a supportive, nature-filled environment.
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At the Arizona Humane Society, we believe that every pet deserves a good life. Our mission is to save the most vulnerable animals and enrich the lives of pets and people. We are proud to offer a wide variety of exciting and educational programs for the next
generation of animal-lovers! All of our animal ed-ventures inspire compassion and empathy towards pets and educates our youth with fun, hands-on activities. Our day camps take place during school breaks for youth ages 5–17 who are interested in learning more about animals and animal careers.
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When school is out, STEAM camp is IN at Engineering for Kids of Phoenix Metro! We offer an extensive list of in-person and virtual STEAM curriculum for kids 4 to 14. Camps are at the coolest kid-friendly venues around town so kids can learn & enjoy
physical play. In our camps students design, build, test and improve upon their projects while building the teamwork and collaboration skills needed to succeed in the 21st century. Options are half-day, full-day, daily, weekly, all summer long with no-hassle refund and payment plans. www.engineeringforkids.com/phoenix
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Looking for an engaging, hands-on summer experience for your child? iCode Scottsdale offers a full lineup of instructor-led summer camps running from May 26 through the week of August 3. Our programs are designed to help students build real-world technology
skills while staying creative, curious, and challenged throughout the summer.
Campers can explore a wide range of subjects including game development, robotics, Minecraft Education, Roblox Studio, 3D printing, drones, animation, digital art, electronics, and artificial intelligence. With camps available for ages 6–16, there are options for both beginners and more advanced learners.
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The Phoenix Zoo is one of the largest non-profit zoos in the United States, caring for more than 3,000 animals, with nearly 400 species represented, including many threatened or endangered species. For the Phoenix Zoo, high-quality education is an integral
part of our mission. We offer a wide variety of programs and materials to support students and teachers as they learn about science and nature concepts. No matter the time of day or time of year, the Phoenix Zoo has a camp for you!
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Rising Youth Theatre is a youth leadership organization working at the intersection of art and social justice. We believe that theatre and the arts are powerful tools with which young people can stand up and advocate for themselves and their peers.
Artmaking and storytelling are a catalyst for change. Rising Youth Theatre offers multi arts camps for young people during school breaks and summer.
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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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