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Summer camps can provide a special opportunity for growth, a place for kids to discover new interests and skills, meet new friends, and flourish as individuals. Buzz-area residents are fortunate in that Houston is home to many types of summer camps, programs, and classes to choose from, including specialized sports, arts, and educational programs for all ages. Additionally, many overnight camps are located just a car or bus ride away.
Choosing the right camp for your child depends on your child’s personality, interests, summer schedule and other factors. This directory is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all camps. Instead, our goal is to provide readers with a snapshot of each camp and program, as a starting point in the research process.
Note: Please check back as new camps will be added frequently.
A.D. Players Emerging Artist Theatre Camp
Est. 2024
Ages: Kindergarten-8th grade
Co-ed • Day Camp
Ten locations: St. Mark Lutheran Church, 1515 Hillendahl Blvd., Houston, TX 77055 (map); Veritas Christian Academy, 7000 Ferris St., Bellaire, TX 77401 (map); Christ Our Hope Church, 2503 Gostick St., Houston, TX 77008 (map); CrossRoad Katy Church, 700 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450 (map); Our Savior Lutheran School, 5000 W Tidwell Rd., Houston, TX 77091 (map); Gregory-Lincoln, 1101 Taft St., Houston, TX 77019 (map); Christ Presbyterian Church, 8300 Katy Fwy., Houston, TX 77024 (map); Emancipation Park, 3018 Emancipation Ave., Houston, TX 77004 (map); Shakespeare Camp week one, Our Savior Lutheran, 5000 W Tidwell Rd., Houston, TX 77091 (map); Grand Parkway Baptist Church, 12000 F.M. 1464, Richmond, TX 77407 (map); Shakespeare Camp week two, Our Savior Lutheran, 5000 W Tidwell Rd, Houston, TX 77091 (map); CityChurch (two camps, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-4 p.m.), 201 E 9th St., Houston, TX 77007 (map)
713-526-52721 x 116 • andy@adplayers.org • www.adplayers.org/summercamps
Camp Director: Andy Pederson
A.D. Players Emerging Artist Theatre Camp is presented in week-long sessions designed to nurture and challenge students as they work towards an end-of-camp showcase. Our Emerging Artist Theatre Camp is built for students who are theatre-curious and just starting out on their journey into drama. Campers will thrive in a positive and encouraging environment centered on Christian values. Our camps will be in 10 different locations this summer and serve students Kindergarten through 8th grade, with one Shakespeare camp for entering 7th through entering 10th Grades. Be sure to check each location for the age range.
Alliance Fencing Academy Summer Fencing Camp
Est. 2004
Ages: 5-14
Co-ed • Day camp
1117 Upland Dr., Houston, Texas 77043 (map)
1544 Sawdust Road Suite 304, The Woodlands, Texas 77380 (map)
11555 Gaston Rd., Katy, Texas 77494 (map)
713-410-6655 • inform@alliance-fencing-academy.com • www.alliance-fencing-academy.com
Camp Director: Andrey Geva, U.S. Olympic and National Coach
Summer Fencing Camp at Alliance is an opportunity for your children to have fun exploring one of the original and foundational sports of the modern Olympic games while picking up technical and competitive skills that will last them a lifetime. Renowned instructor and Olympic team coach Andrey Geva and his highly trained coaching staff provide a fun, safe, and exciting setting for kids to learn the sport of competitive fencing. Houston summer camp dates: June 1-5, June 22-26, July 27-31, August 3-7. The Woodlands summer camp dates: June 22-26, July 27-31, August 3-7. Katy summer camp dates: June 22-26, July 27-31, August 3-7.
Art Camps at Cordovan Art School
Est. 2009
Ages: 5-16
Co-ed • Day Camp
Multiple locations in the Houston area
346-352-3980 • Bellaire@cordovanartschool.com • www.cordocanartschool.com
Camp Director: Kelsee Carlile
We Create Artists! We, at Cordovan Art School, see the happiness every day that comes from creative people doing what they were born to do. Everyone who enters our doors will be greeted with a smile, and we hope that they leave with a smile when their class is over – that is our “smile-smile” policy. We try to create an environment that is positive, uplifting, and enjoyable so that our students can relax while they paint, draw, and learn the fundamentals of art and design. And, along the way, we hope that our students and our teachers gain a deeper appreciation for the arts and each other.
BattleBots, Drones, AI & Machine Learning, Arduino, Space Robotics Summer Camps
Est. 2012
Ages: 4-18
Co-ed • Day camp
4007 Bellaire Blvd., Suite KK, Houston Texas 77025 (map)
713-454-7004 • KidsRoboticAcademy@gmail.com • KidsRoboticAcademy.com
Camp Director: Dee Memon
Join the Ultimate Robotics Summer Camp! Over 12 weeks, students (ages 4-18) can explore exciting themes like BattleBots, Drones, AI & Machine Learning, Arduino, Space Robotics, Java & Python Programming, and Competitive Robotics for FIRST & Tech Challenge Leagues (2025-26). Each week offers hands-on STEM learning, creativity, and friendly competitions. Set the path of building robots and programming for PK-12. We offer STEM-themed, hands-on activities where the week ends with a friendly battle-bots mini-competition. Choose your favorite weeks with full-week & half-week options from May 26- Aug. 14. Register by April 15 for 10% off!
Bayou City Fencing Academy
Est. 1990
Ages: 7-13
Co-ed • Day camp
4997 West Bellfort Ave., Houston, Texas 77035 (map)
832-338-9808 • deycohen@aol.com • myfencingacademy.com
Camp Director: Louise Lepie
Strategy, tactics, athleticism, and the enrichment of the total fencer are the focus of our program. Engagement and decision making are at the core of our instruction. With an emphasis on building self-confidence, fencers work on three basic skills: footwork, blade work, and tactics. In addition, they learn about tournament protocol, refereeing, scorekeeping, and the rules of the bout. Our students experience the fun inherent in the sport as they participate in challenging fencing games. Fencing for all levels. All equipment provided. Sessions are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Afternoon workshops will include Robotics, Coding, Science, and Engineering.
Camp Chapelwood
Est. 1949
Ages: 5 years through incoming 5th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
11140 Greenbay St., Houston, Texas 77024 (map)
713-354-4453 • gmitchell@chapelwood.org • www.chapelwood.org/summer
Camp Director: Genesis Mitchell
One-week, adventure-filled sessions foster godly growth for church members and community friends through new skills and interests, awesome speakers, and new friends! June 1-4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Camp World Cup / June 8-11, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Under the Big Top / June 15-18, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Brick by Brick / June 22-25, 12-3 p.m. Post-VBS (must register for VBS) / June 29 -July 2, 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. Star Spangled Adventure / July 6-9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Passport to Adventure.
Camp Olympia
Est. 1968
Ages: 6-16
Co-ed • Overnight camp
723 Olympia Drive, Trinity, Texas 75862 (map)
936-594-2541 • campinfo@campolympia.com • www.campolympia.com
Camp Directors: Debbie Stubblefield, Cody and Michelle Mauldin
Camp Olympia is dedicated to having fun together, helping people grow in body, mind, and spirit.
Campelot – A Regis Summer Camp
Est. 1991
Ages: 3-14
Co-ed • Day Camp
7330 Westview Dr., Houston, Texas, 77055 (map)
713-682-8383 • pweikel@theregisschool.org • www.theregisschool.org/summer-camp
Camp Director: Pam Weikel
Transform your child's summer into an epic adventure at Campelot – The Regis School of the Sacred Heart's summer program – where learning meets legend! Through our carefully crafted program, we create an environment where minds are challenged, creativity flourishes, and friendships are forged. Campelot will run for four weeks, from June 1-June 26. Each week-long camp is full-day and lunch is provided. Campelot is co-ed, and non-Regis students are welcome. Come get in-squired!
Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Summer Camps
Est. 1922
Ages: 5-17
Girls • Day and Overnight
Casa Mare in Seabrook, TX; Misty Meadows Ranch in Conroe, TX; Camp Agnes Arnold in Conroe, TX; Program Place for Girls in Houston, TX; Katy Mills Resource Center in Katy, TX
713-292-0300 • customerservice@sjgs.org • gssjc.org/summercamp
Camp Director: Mariah Balmer
The Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council’s summer overnight and day camps are ready to welcome girls of all backgrounds and interests to its five properties. Traditional camp activities such as horseback riding, campfires, archery, crafts, games, and kayaking help build girls of courage, confidence and character. Interested campers do not already have to be in Girl Scouts.
Houston Christian Summer Camps
Est. 1998
Ages: 4th-8th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
2700 W. Sam Houston Tollway N, Houston, Texas 77043 (map)
713-580-6020 • admissions@houstonchristian.org • houstonchristian.org/camps
Camp Director: Taunya Rawls
Houston Christian High School is excited to offer Summer Athletics Camps as well as host Camp Invention. Rising 4th through 8th graders with additional sessions for high school students can join our highly acclaimed coaches and program directors for unforgettable experiences. Visit our camp website to learn more, see dates, and register for: Basketball Camp, Track Camp, Baseball Camp, Lacrosse Camp, Volleyball Camp, Football Camp, Camp Invention, and Fine Arts Camps.
Houston Yacht Club Summer Sailing Camp
Est. 1957
Ages: 6-18
Co-ed • Day Camp
3620 Miramar Drive, Shoreacres, Texas 77571 (map)
281-471-1255 • sailing@houstonyachtclub.com • www.houstonyachtclub.com/summer-camps
Camp Director: Clement Jardin
Sailing camp is an opportunity for youth to learn to sail. Our goal is to create lifelong sailors. Kids sail small boats single-handed or in pairs while US Sailing certified instructors coach from small power boats. We use Optimist, Sunfish, FJs, and ILCA-Laser dinghies with opportunities to try keel boats during camp. For sailors passionate about the sport, we offer a full year race team that competes regionally and nationally. Ragnots, Friends Forever - Skills For Life!
iKids Camp
Est. 2007
Ages: PreK-5th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
Westbury Christian School – 10420 Hillcroft St., Houston, TX 77096 (map)
713-665-5200 • support@ikidsinc.com • www.ikidsinc.com
Camp Directors: N/A
iKids Inc. is your one-stop, out-of-school shop, offering the flexibility you need with the care you can trust. Providing enriching programs essential to your child’s development since 2007.
Kidventure Day Camp
Est. 1994
Ages: 3-16
Co-ed • Day camp
2501 Central Parkway, Suite B2, Houston, Texas 77092 (camp office) (map)
713-960-8989 • houston@kidventure.com • kidventure.com/houston-summer-camp
Camp Director: Neira Galan
At Kidventure, summer camp is designed with purpose. For more than 31 years, Houston families have trusted Kidventure to deliver structured, growth-centered experiences that build confidence, independence, and strong character. With camp locations across Houston and weekly sessions from June 8–Aug. 7, families can choose the schedule that fits their summer. Programs serve Discoverers (ages 3–5), Explorers (1st–5th grade), and Leads (6th–9th grade), all led by trained, certified adult staff in a no-tech environment with low camper-to-counselor ratios. More than fun, Kidventure delivers purposeful growth that lasts beyond summer.
Kidventure Overnight Camp
Est. 1994
Ages: 8-16
Co-ed • Overnight camp
515 S. Capital of Texas Hwy. Austin, Texas 78746 (camp office) (map)
512-263-8992 • overnight@kidventure.com • kidventure.com/overnight-camps
Camp Director: Nicole Davis
At Kidventure Overnight Camp, adventure is designed with purpose. For more than 31 years, Kidventure has created structured, growth-centered experiences where kids build independence, resilience, and lasting confidence. Away from screens and everyday distractions, campers are challenged to climb, paddle, explore, and lead in a carefully supervised environment guided by trained adult mentors. Each experience is intentionally designed to help kids step beyond their comfort zone while feeling supported and known. Kidventure offers three distinct overnight programs: Safari (ages 8–12), Quest (ages 8–12), and Echo (ages 13–16). With low camper-to-counselor ratios, strong safety standards, and consistent mentorship, families trust Kidventure to deliver more than adventure—we deliver growth that carries home.
Language Kids World - Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, English & Sign Language Camps
Est. 2011
Ages: 3-5 and 6-11
Co-ed • Day camp
Multiple locations in the Houston area
281-565-1388 • info@languagekids.com • languagekids.com
Camp Director: Vanessa Simpson
Childhood is the best time to learn another language, and it has never been so much fun! Make the most of your child’s summer with our engaging immersion camps in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Sign Language, and English, as well as our exciting World Explorers’ Club, where children discover countries from around the world and explore their cultures through hands-on activities and play. With more than two decades of language teaching experience under our belt, we are masters at teaching languages to children in fun and innovative ways. Multiple locations and extended schedules. Payment plans are available.
River Oaks Dance Summer Dance Camp
Est. 2005
Ages: 3.5-9
Co-ed • day camp, Monday-Thursdays
River Oaks Studio: 3641 Westheimer Rd., Unit C, Houston, TX 77027 (map); Tanglewood Studio: 5750 Woodway Dr., #156, Houston, TX 77057 (map)
281-840-0372 • hello@riveroaksdance.com • www.riveroaksdance.com
Camp Director: Kat Villareal
Summer Dance Camp is the perfect way to try a new style, jump back in after time off, or simply have fun with friends! These short Monday–Thursday sessions mean no long commitment. Each themed week includes creative crafts, high-energy dance classes, and tons of laughs. Camp wraps up with a special performance for family and friends. This year’s themes are the most fun yet!
Saint Thomas’ Episcopal School Summer Programs
Est. 2026
Ages: PreK3-12th Grade
Co-ed • Day Camp
4900 Jackwood St., Houston, Texas 77096 (map)
713-666-3111 • runner.catherine@stes.org • stes.org/summer
Camp Director: Catherine Runner
STE Summer Programs offer dynamic, enriching opportunities for preschool through high school students to thrive all summer long. From hands-on innovation in our Summer STEM Institute – featuring robotics, coding, and space exploration – to the rich Scottish tradition of Balmoral with bagpiping, drumming, and Highland dance, there’s truly something for every interest. Students can deepen their faith at Vacation Bible School, elevate their game at our high-energy Basketball Camp, and dive into large language models and generative AI through the Inspirit AI Program, taught by graduates of MIT and Stanford. At STE, summer isn’t just a break – it’s an opportunity to spark creativity, cultivate friendships, and build character.
SPX Summer Camps
Est. 2010
Ages: Grades K-12
Co-ed • Day camp
811 W. Donovan St., Houston, Texas 77091 (map)
713-692-3581 • creighton.runnels@stpiusx.org • www.stpiusx.org/summercamps
Camp Director: Creighton Runnels
Summer camps at St. Pius X High School offer a variety of athletic and fine art experiences during the summer months of June and July. The expert coaches and faculty at SPX coordinate these fun activities for all participants to grow in skills and knowledge while making new friendships in the process. From musical theater to baseball, there is a camp opportunity for everyone!
St. John the Divine Vacation Bible School
Est. 1943
Age: 4 years (as of Jan 1, 2026) through 5th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
2450 River Oaks Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77019 (map)
713-622-3600 • hkight@sjd.org • sjd.org/vbs
Camp Director: Holli Kight
Vacation Bible School runs June 15-18, 2026, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Join us for the brightest week of the year as we explore what it means in John 8:12 when Jesus says, “I am the light of the world.”
St. Thomas HS & Aquinas Academy: Enrichment | Athletics | Academics
Est. 2009
Ages: 3rd -12th graders
Co-ed • Day camp
4500 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77007 (map)
281-864-6348 • carol.mandola@sths.org • summer.sths.org
Camp Director: Carol Mandola
STH’s Aquinas Academy offers a variety of enrichment, athletic, and academic day camps, providing 3rd-8th grade boys and girls with personalized instruction from expert teachers and coaches, opportunities to make new friends, and resources to develop essential life skills. Additionally, St. Thomas offers original credit for STH students and co-ed credit recovery courses for Houston-area Catholic high school students who need to retake a previously failed course.
Summer at St. Mark's
Est. 2015
Ages: 2 years-rising 8th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
3816 Bellaire Boulevard, Houston, Texas 77025 (map)
713-667-7030 • jrush@stmes.org • www.stmes.org/summer
Camp Director: Juli Rush
The Summer at St. Mark’s Day Camp theme for 2026 is “Sightseeing with St. Mark’s” with Activity Routes like Creator, Adventurer, and Inventor, which include activities like taekwondo, global tasting, dance, yoga, drama, robotics, global sports, and more! This year’s theme has the camp traveling the globe to visit different countries and cultures! Our campers get the chance to dive into unique experiences, water play, and “Here Trips.” Hours are 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Middle school students can complete our popular Counselor in Training and new Internship Programs where they receive leadership training, service learning, advanced specialty camp classes, and off-campus field trips. Check out stmes.org/summer for our full description of each week’s theme and to register!
Summer Camps at The Village School
Est. 1990
Ages: Pre-K3-8th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
13077 Westella Dr., Houston, Texas 77077 (map)
281-496-7900 • vssummer@thevillageschool.com • thevillageschool.com/summer
Camp Director: Adreanna Gantt
The learning never stops at The Village School's Summer Camp. Summer 2026 features 8 weeks of fun! Camp begins May 26 and runs through July 17, 2026. It is open to all Houston area students (Village and non-Village). Each weekly theme includes water activities, arts & crafts, sports, games, and awesome experiences! Athletic Camps include Racquet Sports, Basketball, Flag Football, Swim, Volleyball, Soccer, Dance, Golf, Cheer and Tennis, led by our very own Viking coaching staff. In addition, specialty enrichment camps will be offered July 27–31, including TMSCA Math Camp, Creative Writing Camp and Fine Arts Camp. Our camps are designed to be full- or part-day options, allowing families to mix and match day and athletic camps to fit their schedules. For more information, visit our website or contact us at vssummer@thevillageschool.com.
Summer Chess Camp with The Knight School
Est. 2007
Ages: 5-12
Co-ed • Day Camp
5601 S Braeswood Blvd., Houston, TX 77096 (map); 14120 Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77079 (map); 1800 Sul Ross St., Houston, TX 77098 (map)
713-489-8830 • justin@theknightschool.com • www.theknightschool.com/summer-chess-camps
Camp Director: Justin Polk
With a fun and friendly spirit, The Knight School Summer Chess Camps are the perfect way for kids to keep the brain sharp over the summer while having a real blast! Chess Camp is a super-fun, high-energy chess experience in which kids celebrate a new chess tactic each day with silly videos, music-driven puzzlers for prizes, colorful silicone TactixBands, funny movies, and fast-paced party-bead tournaments! Laughter, fast clocks, and compelling teaching approaches make this camp the summertime highlight for hundreds of kids nationwide. Browse all summer chess camp dates/locations at rebrand.ly/chess-camp.
TUTS Humphreys School of Musical Theatre Summer Camps
Est. 1972
Ages: 4-14
Co-ed • Week-long camps that take place during the day
Locations: The Hobby Center, 800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002 (map)
713-558-8801 • education@tuts.org • tuts.org/enrollhsmt
Camp Director: Adavion Wayne
Theatre Under The Stars offers engaging musical theatre summer camps for students ages 4–14, where kids sing, dance, act, and explore their creativity in a fun, supportive environment. One-week and two-week camps are available.
TUTS The River Summer Camps
Est. 1996
Ages: 4-Young Adult
Co-ed • Week-long camps that take place during the day
The Metropolitan Multiservice Center, 1475 West Gray, Houston, TX 77019 (map)
713-558-8801 • education@tuts.org • tuts.org/enrollriver
Camp Director: Adavion Wayne
The River provides inclusive, arts-based summer camps designed for students with disabilities and their siblings. Through music, movement, theatre, and visual art, campers are supported as they try new things, express themselves, and discover what they can do – all while having fun and building community.
University of Austin (UATX) Summer Program
Est. 2023
Ages: Honors Program: 14+; Summer Fellowship: 16+
Co-ed • Overnight camp
522 Congress Ave., STE 300, Austin, TX, 7870 (map)
833-223-8289 • admissions@uaustin.org • Honors Program: uaustin.org/honorsaustin; Fellowship: uaustin-28644.page451.sites.451.io
Camp Director: Loren Rotner
The University of Austin (UATX) presents the High School Honors Program from June 20-21, 2026, immediately followed by a residential, for-credit Summer Fellowship, celebrating America’s 250th and concluding July 3. Both the Honors Program and the Summer Fellowship are defined by rigor in the pursuit of truth, featuring small college-level seminars on our Austin campus. Costs: Honors Program - Free, Fellowship - $2,500 (covers housing, meals, and activities; tuition is free).
Westbury Christian Summer Camps
Est. 2000
Ages: 3 years–8th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
10420 Hillcroft St., Houston, TX 77096 (map)
713-551-8100 • connect@westburychristian.org • www.westburychristian.org/student-life/summer-camps
Camp Director: N/A
Westbury Christian School offers two engaging summer camp experiences for students. iKids Camp (June 1–July 31) serves potty-trained 3-year-olds through rising 5th graders with weekly themed adventures filled with arts, experiments, games, and hands-on learning. Flexible scheduling and before/after care are available. WCS Sports Camps, open to Kindergarten–8th grade, include basketball, soccer, volleyball, football, baseball, and cheer– helping young athletes build skills, confidence, and teamwork all summer long.
Yorkshire Academy Summer Program
Est. 1984
Ages: PreK-6th grade
Co-ed • Day camp
14120 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77079 (map)
281-531-6088 • randel@yorkshireacademy.com • www.yorkshireacademy.com
Camp Director: Callie Randel
Yorkshire Academy’s Summer Program offers one-stop summer-camp shopping June 2nd-July 25th, 2025. With over 40 enrichment camps, there is something for everyone. Work the right side of your brain in the morning and the left side of your brain in the afternoon, and switch the next week. Yorkshire Academy’s enrichment camps include offerings such as filmmaking, golf, puppets, coding, dance, circus arts, Minecraft, tennis, theater, soccer, engineering, and more. This is a community-wide program that attracts campers from beyond just West Houston and Katy.