Summer Camps in the SLC Area
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Salt Lake City KidsOutAndAbout Summer Camp Newsletter April 13, 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 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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Alta Summer Camp is a five‑day, full‑day summer adventure—with meals included—created to strengthen children’s connection with nature through meaningful, hands‑on experiences. Designed for ages 6–12, the camp invites young adventurers to spend a week exploring science, ecology, and the unique environment of the Cottonwood Canyons. Campers engage in nature‑based activities, outdoor discovery, and experiential learning that deepens their understanding of the mountains we love. Through guided exploration, creative projects, and time spent observing the natural world, children build curiosity, confidence, and appreciation for the outdoors. Our goal is to inspire a lasting love for nature and encourage campers to see themselves as part of our mountain ecosystem. Click here for more information and to register: https://summer.altachildrenscenter.com/
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Clark Planetarium’s summer camps ignite curiosity and creativity through hands-on science, immersive exploration, and unforgettable fun. Designed for curious young minds, each camp blends space science, technology, and discovery with age-appropriate activities led by expert educators. Campers might build rockets, explore alien worlds in the dome, experiment with physics, or dive into the mysteries of the universe—all while making new friends who share their sense of wonder. With small group sizes and engaging, inquiry-based learning, camps encourage confidence, problem-solving, and imagination. Whether a first-time explorer or a returning space enthusiast, every camper leaves inspired, empowered, and eager to keep exploring the cosmos long after summer ends.
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Spark your child’s curiosity this summer at Discovery Gateway Children’s Museum! Our Summer Camps for ages 5–12 are packed with hands-on STEAM activities, creative art projects, science experiments, and imaginative play inside the museum’s interactive exhibits in downtown Salt Lake City. Each themed camp invites kids to explore big ideas—from dinosaurs and nature to engineering and storytelling—while making friends and learning through play. With half-day and full-day options available, Discovery Gateway Summer Camps turn summer break into a season of creativity, exploration, and unforgettable fun.
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Give your girl a summer she’ll never forget! At Camp Cloud Rim and Trefoil Ranch, operated by Girl Scouts of Utah, adventure, confidence, and lifelong friendships come together in Utah’s stunning mountains. Open to all girls (no Girl Scout membership required), these ACA-accredited camps offer unforgettable experiences for every age, from first-time camper sessions to leadership programs for teens. Girls can paddle and swim on a mountain lake, climb a rock wall, ride horses, explore the outdoors, and grow independence in a fun, supportive environment. Sessions run June 14–July 31, 2026, for girls entering grades 1–12, and scholarships are available. Camps fill fast, so register early!
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KidPitch is a hands-on entrepreneurship program where kids ages 8 to 13 build confidence, creativity, and real-world skills. Throughout the camp, kids brainstorm ideas, design a brand, create products or services, and practice selling in a fun mock marketplace. Our program is designed to meet kids where they are, whether it’s their first idea or they already have a small business. Kids learn how to think creatively, solve problems, and share their ideas with confidence. They leave feeling proud, capable, and excited about what they can create. It’s more than just a camp; it’s an opportunity for kids to see their ideas come to life.
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Wherever your scientist’s interests fall; dinosaurs and fossils, astronomy and aeronautics, chemistry, engineering and robotics, entomology and annelids, biology, forensics… we offer a camp that is the right fit for them! In addition to themed activities, each camp includes chemical reactions, stretchy polymers, molecular model building and more. * New Middle Beakers Camp themes are available for campers ages 9+. Our morning and afternoon 5-day camp themes are available during Spring Break and Summer. Locations in Sandy and Orem! Visit our website to learn more and reserve your spot! Sandy website: https://sandy.littlebeakers.com/camps-workshops Orem website: https://orem.littlebeakers.com/camps-workshops
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Our 10 week Summer Session at McKee Language School runs from June 8th through August 13th. Full day Spanish experience option as well as 4 and 5 Day/week options available. Morning and afternoon session, 8:45-11:45 am, 12:30-3:30 pm. At McKee Language Schools, kids learn Spanish through fun, hands-on play. From cooking to crafts to games, our full immersion teaching method makes language learning feel like a party—natural, engaging, and joyful!
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Give your child the gift of wonder by registering them for an award‑winning Summer Camp at the Natural History Museum of Utah! NHMU is committed to cultivating lifelong skills through exciting Summer Camps that explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Our camps promote independence, nurture teamwork, and inspire resilience and innovation while encouraging campers to enjoy the natural world. They take full advantage of the Museum’s exhibits and collections, as well as the incredible natural environments surrounding our site. Register soon as camps are already filling!
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Celebrate creativity and performance at Parker Theatre’s Summer Camps as the theatre marks 40 years of inspiring young performers! One-week camps throughout the summer are packed with engaging activities, games, and creative exercises that keep kids active while building teamwork and confidence. Camp themes include exciting options like Jedi Camp, Witches and Wizards, Adventures in Acting, Musical Theatre, Improv Camp, Sketch Comedy, Art Camp, Special Effects Makeup, and even a fun Baking Camp. Throughout the week, campers collaborate, practice performance skills, and express their creativity before sharing what they’ve learned in a special recital or presentation for family and friends. It’s a memorable way for kids to add creativity and fun to their summer!
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Superior Summer Camp is a full‑day mountain adventure, with meals included, designed for children ages 5–10 to build teamwork, confidence, and connection in the heart of Snowbird. Each week, campers experience a taste of Snowbird Summer Adventures such as ropes course challenges, mountain coaster rides, tram access to alpine trails, and daily park exploration. Outdoor picnics and shared experiences help children grow together. Campers enjoy daily free‑choice art and creativity, along with a weekly focus theme that encourages learning something NEW. Transportation is available from the base of Little Cottonwood Canyon, or families may choose to drive. For more information and to register click here: https://www.superiorchildcare.com/summercamp
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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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