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Boston Summer Camps and Programs

Boston Summer Camp options are plentiful for kids and teens in MA including traditional day camps, co ed summer camps, overnight camps, and specialty camps that focus on cooking, sports, math, STEAM, dance, theatre, and more. If you are looking to find great places to enrich your childs summer experiences at a summer camp near you, BostonCentral is the place to start.



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Russian School of Mathematics (RSM)Brookline, $$$
​The Russian School of Mathematics is an award-winning, after-school math enrichment program for K-12 students. It's based on the best practices of math schools in the former Soviet Union and Europe, adapted to...
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Charles River AquaticsBoston, $$
Conveniently located off of Commonwealth Avenue, Charles River Aquatics is dedicated to introducing children ages 3 and up to the thrill of learning how to swim. The dedicated staff are committed to helping children...
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Community Boating INC. Boston Junior ProgramBoston, $
Kids from all walks of life come to experience the joys of sailing while making lifelong friends. We offer additional opportunities for paddling, windsurfing, and even leadership development. Our sliding cost scale...
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New School of Music Summer ProgramsCambridge, $$
The New School of Music is a community music school located in Cambridge for students of all ages and levels. NSM offers programs in a non-competitive, student centered learning environment from professional musicians...
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YMCA of Greater Boston Day CampsBoston, $$
Y Day Camps keep kids engaged, safe, healthy and learning. At the Y, we focus on your child as a whole, including top-notch sports and swimming instruction, exploration of the community, and developing life-long...
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Brookline Music SchoolBrookline
Brookline Music School (BMS) is a vibrant musical community offering rich experiences to students of all ages, abilities, & interests.
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Steve & Kate's Camp3 Locations, $$$
When you trust kids, they learn to trust themselves. At Steve & Kate’s Camp, we give kids the freedom to choose what they want to do, whether that’s sewing, stop-motion animation, music, coding, sports, makers crafts,...
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The Business of Doing Good | Social EntrepreneurshipBoston, $$$
Our program teaches middle school kids about social entrepreneurship. Our goal is to help your child find their passion and instill the determination and skills to achieve their goals. Our program is highly...
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'e' inc. – The Environment Discovery & Action CenterBoston, $$
Summer Science Discovery Program is back for its 5 th summer with all new topics and activities! Based out of the “e” inc. Discovery & Action Center in the Charlestown Navy Yard, the program is open to children ages...
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4-Week Summer Media Program for Boston Youth (BNNtv)Boston
The InFocus Youth Media Program is a four-week summer program that provides training and hands-on experience in television production to Boston youth. Students will participate in the production of their own TV show...
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ABC Spanish in Motion Summer Camp2 Locations, $$
Our Spanish summer camps provide an opportunity for children to begin to learn and practice Spanish in an immersive and cultural context.
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Axiom LearningCambridge, $$
Axiom Learning offers customized 1-on-1 instruction and academic acceleration after school and on weekends. We are committed to identifying passions within children, and finding the necessary tools to unleash their...
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Beacon Hill Nursery School Summer ProgramsBoston, $$
The Beacon Hill Nursery School summer program is a 10-week creative learning adventure for children aged 2 years to 7 years old.
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Beaver Summer CampChestnut Hill, $$$
Beaver Summer Programs is a summer day camp in Chestnut Hill, MA serving children ages 3 to 15 on the campus of Beaver Country Day School. We offer memorable summer experiences through our General Camp and many...
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Berklee College of Music, Summer ProgramsBoston, $$$
The young musicians will take part in small-group lessons, music theory and ear-training sessions, ensembles, clinics by Berklee faculty and outside artists, jam sessions, and weekly performances, Berklee Day Sessions...
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Berklee Five-Week Summer Performance ProgramBoston, $$$$
Join us and musicians from more than 70 countries for the summer of a lifetime. The focus is on you and what you want to say with your music in an environment that is pure performance. You’ll play in ensembles, develop...
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Big Picture Art House Photography | Vacation Week & SummerDorchester, $$
Boston-based photo program for 11-15 year olds, Big Picture Art House, offers April Break and 9 weeks of Summer Classes. Kids photography and film workshops have a small class size and are suited for middle school...
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Boston Children's Chorus: BCC SummerBoston, $$
Boston Children’s Chorus (BCC) harnesses the power of music to connect Boston’s diverse communities, cultivate empathy, & inspire social inquiry. Join our summer program, BCC SUMMER, for singing, friendships, and...
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Boston Conservatory at BerkleeBoston, $$
Founded in 1867, and offering degrees in music, dance and theater, Boston Conservatory at Berklee also offers learning opportunities for youth and teens in music, dance and theater through its Extension Programs. Learn...
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Boston History CampBoston, $$$$
Boston History Camp is an immersive, two-week program on the history of Boston, featuring daily walking tours around the city, readings and guided discussions, and experiential, project-based learning.
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Boston Nature Center Summer CampMattapan, $$
Operated on 67 acres in Mattapann by Mass Audubon, this camp has weekly themes for children ages 5 - 14. Think nature by way of explorations, gardening and games in a noncompetitive atmosphere.
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Camp HaleBoston, $$
Camp Hale offers youth the opportunity to experience sleepaway camp in the natural beauty of the White Mountains of NH. Campers are able to engage in a long list of activities including canoeing, swimming, archery,...
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CFS Summer ProgramCambridge, $$$
Cambridge Friends School is offering eight weeks of in-person summer programming from June 28 to August 20, 2021 for ages 4 to 14. Every week will have its own theme and daily activities will include games, arts and...
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Community Art Center/ ArtRocks Summer CampCambridge, $$
ArtRocks! Summer Camp in the heart of Cambridge for kids ages 5-12 offers three meals a day, fun field trips, and arts classes like hula dancing, filmmaking, song writing, and mural making. Vouchers accepted, and...
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Create: Art in CommunityRoslindale, $$
Create is a community art studio in the heart of Roslindale Village. We seek to make the arts accessible for students of any ages and offer programs for beginners and experienced artists alike.
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Debate Camp2 Locations, $$
Develop life-long skills with us! Debate Camp provides summer programming in public speaking and parliamentary debate for youth between the ages of 10 - 15. Hone your skills in debate, public speaking and Model UN...
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Empow Studios - Award-Winning STEM Classes & Camps2 Locations, $$$
Empow Studios offers weekly STEM Summer Camps for kids ages 7-15. Campers have fun learning coding, robotics, movie-making, Minecraft, Roblox, 3D printing, and more! Full-day and half-day camps available throughout...
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Engineering & Design at The Advent SchoolBoston, $$$$
All children are engineers at heart! With the guidance of Advent teachers and university staff specializing in design and engineering, students explore the design process from start to finish in our hands-on,...
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Esh Circus ArtsSomerville, $$
The Youth Summer Program at Esh Circus Arts offer kids and teens ages 5 to 16 an opportunity to explore many aspects of the circus arts, including ground acrobatics, aerial acrobatics, tumbling, juggling, wire-walking,...
Etiquette South of Boston School LLCBoston, $$
Etiquette South of Boston LLC offers classes in etiquette, manners, communication and social skills for children, teens and young adults.
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Explore It! Summer Camp with Boston Children's MuseumBoston, $$$
Explore It Summer Camp will provide full-day, in-person, week-long summer camp experiences for curious learners, ages 5-7. Campers will be able to engage in hands-on STEAM activities, explore the Museum, spend time...
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French Cultural Center - Summer Fun in FrenchBoston, $$
The French Cultural Center of Boston and Cambridge is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide French language instruction and cultural programs of the highest quality to inspire our diverse community of...
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French Summer Camp at the International School of BostonCambridge, $$$
Join the FRENCH Immersion Summer Camp at the International School of Boston (ISB) for an extraordinary experience to explore the FRENCH Language! Our program is dedicated to providing a truly unique FRENCH opportunity...
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Girls Who Code Free Summer Immersion ProgramsCambridge, Free
The Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program pairs seven weeks of FREE intensive instruction in robotics, web design, and mobile development with career-focused mentor-ship, led by female entrepreneurs and engineers.
Harbor Discoveries CampBoston, $$$$
Harbor Discoveries is the first camp program to make extensive use of the Boston Harbor Islands as a living laboratory for aquatic science education and environmental stewardship.
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iD Coding & AI AcademyBoston, $$$
This pre-collegiate program is perfect for aspiring coders who want to advance their skills and gain a competitive edge.
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iD Gaming Academy for TeensCambridge, $$$
2-week, pre-college summer program for Teens. Develop, design, or program a video game, talk to industry professionals, and build a portfolio. Locations include Emory, Harvard, Stanford, and others.
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iD Tech Camps – Computer Summer CampsCambridge, $$$
Take hobbies further! Build iPhone apps, develop video games, program, film movies, and more at weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 150+ universities nationwide including Amherst, Bentley, and more. Small...
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ImprovBoston Summer Camps & ProgramsBoston, $$
Hailed by The Boston Globe as 'Comedy Masters,' ImprovBoston has been New England's leading theater and school dedicated to the art of comedy in all its forms. Voted 'Best of Boston' by The Phoenix, The Improper...
KidsArts! Multicultural Afterschool and Summer ProgramJamaica Plain, $$
KidsArts! is a 19-year-old, independent, non-profit organization that was founded by artists and activists in Jamaica Plain. We offer afterschool, summer, and vacation week programs.
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Kingsley Montessori SchoolBoston, $$$
Kingsley is excited to announce our Summer in the City program 2022! Your child will be immersed in activities centered around the arts, engineering, adventure, and science—all in the heart of the Back Bay.
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Leaders 4SC: Summer Middle School Civics WorkshopCambridge, $$
Leaders 4SC is a set of two week-long workshops for middle school students on leadership, communication, decision-making, and advocacy. The workshop aims to train the next generation of civic leaders: members of a...
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Minni Summer ProgramBoston, $$$
Minni is a creative community space run by professional artists and educators. We empower little ones to design great things. We offer a complete suite of weekly classes and programs for children ages 18 months to 10...
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MIT Day Summer CampCambridge
Summer Camp for boys and girls ages 6-14. Activities include arts & crafts, basketball, dance, drama, gymnastics, sailing, soccer, swimming, tennis and more!
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Olympia Fencing CenterCambridge, $$
Olympia Fencing Center is New England’s gathering place of fencing enthusiasts, where fencers across age and skill levels train and compete. Our custom programs created by fencing masters are designed to provide the...
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Parkway Community YMCA CampsWest Roxbury, $$
Reserve a spot today in one of our YMCA summer camps located in West Roxbury, Dedham, Westwood and Milton. We have a total of 9 camps for children ages 3-15. Full day camps run from 9am-5pm with the extended day...
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Passport Summer CampCambridge, $$$
Passport Summer Camp is a day camp located in North Cambridge MA serving children ages 21 months to 14. We have been providing memorable summers to campers from all over the globe each year since 2005. Our camp program...
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PedalheadsBoston, $$
Pedalheads is a learn-to-ride bike camp for kids 3 and up known for taking kids from training wheels to two wheels.
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Pine Village Preschool Summer Camp7 Locations, $$
At the Pine Village Summer Camp, we jump into Spanish Immersion on our adventure through Spanish-speaking countries and regions! Pine Village offers two four-week summer sessions for children from 15 mos. – 5 years old.
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Summer Programs at Shady Hill SchoolCambridge, $$
Students will explore each session’s theme with engaging STEM activities, active movement games, messy art creations, and lots of daily recess and water play on our beautiful 11-acre campus.
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Summer Youth Sailing Programs at Courageous SailingCharlestown, $
At Courageous Sailing, youth experience sailing as a platform to develop leadership skills, gain confidence, explore Boston Harbor, and delve into hands-on science.
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Technique Swim Camp at Harvard and Northeastern Universities2 Locations, $$$
The specific focus of the camp is on stroke technique, mental discipline, race strategy, and strengthening exercises, while also emphasizing respect, cooperation, and most importantly, the element of having fun while...
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Zinkerz College JourneyBoston, $$
Immerse yourself in a two-week intensive academic program in July, designed to elevate your test scores, unlock personal growth opportunities, and ignite your enthusiasm for higher education.
Zoo Camp at Zoo New EnglandBoston
Zoo New England and Camp Fire USA have been offering a day camp at the Zoo for over 15 years. Participants experience a unique camp that allows them to explore the natural world of animals and their habitats.
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Trying to decide where to send your kids to camp near Boston? Our list includes summer camps in and near Boston, as well as throughout New England. Parents can find summer camp options within the Boston city limits, and throughout Massachusetts, within short to moderate drive of the city. For more information about Summer Camps Near Boston, visit our handy guide to summer fun.