CAMP-A-PALOOZA AT KIDS FIRST SPORTS CENTER
CAMP-A-PALOOZA is Greater Cincinnati’s most talked about summer camp experience! Why?
Four words: Kids First Sports Center... 108,000 square feet of kids sports heaven! Every day is a themed, non–stop, in and outdoor adventure. From morning drop–off to evening pick–up, you’ll experience crafts, talent shows, water slides, sports instruction, science experiments, agricultural projects and more!
7900 East Kemper Road, Cincinnati, OH 45249
Contact: Julie Halusek campinfo@kidsfirstsports.com / (513) 489-7575
kidsfirstsports.com
Dates: May 26 through August 14, 2026
Hours: 7am-6pm
Ages: 5-15 years of age
FALCON CAMP
Recognized throughout the midwest as Ohio’s premier summer camp since 1959. Beautiful lakefront setting, talented experienced staff and wide variety of activities. Campers choose own schedules within general framework. Most of all it’s great fun! Special intro for 6-10 year olds. ACA accredited. At Falcon, ‘Good Things Happen by Design’.
4251 Delta Rd SW, Carrollton, OH 44615
Contact: Dave Devey
info@falconcamp.com / (330) 627-4269
falconcamp.com
Dates: June 14 through August 8, 2026 in 1, 2, 4, 6 or 8 week sessions
Ages: 6-16 years of age
BEST POINT EDUCATION & BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
CAMP-I-CAN
Camp-I-Can provides a high-quality summer program designed for children 4-12 years of age. Located at two convenient locations, Camp-I-can offers enriching summer-bridging programs that foster learning and growth. Providing an array of field trips and hands-on experiential and team building activities, Camp-I-Can promotes children’s learning and development through interactive and creative experiences. Our model also creates opportunities for children to practice self-expression and develop positive relationships with peers and adults.
5050 Madison Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227, campican@costars.org, (513) 272-2800 ext 4801 bestpoint.org
Dates: June 4th – August 7th, 2026 (Madisonville) & June 3rd – August 7th, 2026 (Westwood) / Hours: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Ages: ages 4-12. *Four-year-olds must be scheduled to attend kindergarten in the upcoming school year.
CAMP AT THE J
ACA-accredited Camp at the J gives kids the best summer experience. From swimming and archery to arts & crafts, camp values and color wars, and much more, kids will create memories and form friendships to last a lifetime. Camp at the J’s goal is to serve the whole child, supporting their physical and mental wellness, utilizing a holistic philosophy with MESSH and Advocate Programs. While Jewish cultural education is woven into the camp experience, families of all backgrounds are invited to have a summer of fun. Give your child a summer to remember at Camp at the J!
8485 Ridge Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45236, Contact: Jake Preston, (513) 722-7245, daycamp@mayersonjcc.org
MayersonJCC.org/Camp
Dates: June 8 - August 7 / Hours: 9am - 4pm
*Extended Care Available / Grades: K - 8
CAMP COUNTRYSIDE
At Camp Countryside we offer over 30 camps, Lego, Pottery, Judo, NERF, Gymnastics, and Ninja Warrior just to name a few. So there truly is something for everyone. We are also blessed to have access to Countryside YMCA 230,000 sqft facility with several indoor swimming pools, gymnasiums, and a rock wall and over 40 acres of woods, hiking trails, and outdoor fields giving campers the best of both worlds with outdoor and indoor spaces no matter the weather.
1699 Deerfield Road, Lebanon, OH 45036, Contact: Jamarcus Gibson, (513) 932-1424, jamarcus.gibson@ ymcastaff.org
countrysideymca.org
Dates: May through August, 2026
Hours: 7:00am-5:30pm / Ages: 4-15
CAMP WAVE
Camp WAVE combines learning and exploration with animal ambassadors through entertaining programming that engages young learners in the aquatic world. Camps are hosted at the WAVE Education Center at Newport on the Levee, with daily trips to the Newport Aquarium to experience the wonder of aquatic creatures first-hand.
1 Levee Way, Newport, Kentucky 41071, Contact: Kristen Schmitz, camp@wavefoundation.org, Phone: (859) 815-1441
wavefoundation.org/camp-wave
Dates: Camps run March 21-27, and June - July 2026 / Hours: 8am-5pm (includes before and after care) / Ages: Kindergarten-8th Grade
CINCINNATI PLAYHOUSE IN THE PARK’S SUMMER THEATRE CAMP AND PERFORMANCE ACADEMY
Experience a summer of theatrical fun and loads of performance opportunities. Summer Camp options include one-week theatre camps that focus on fun and theatre skills, one-week performance showcases that explore performance and storytelling techniques, and two-week performance academies that produce a show from start to finish. Camps are held at the Playhouse in Mt. Adams and Mason Community Center. Early bird pricing ends Feb. 28!
Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park: 962 Mt. Adams Circle, Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 421-3888 cincyplay.com
Dates: June 1 – July 31 / Hours: 9 am – 4 pm (before and after care available) / Ages: Entering 1st – 12th graders
CINCYNATURE CAMP
Summer happens outside at Cincinnati Nature Center. Our award-winning camp blends nature, active play, and hands-on exploration to foster growth, connection, and long-lasting summer memories. Register early as camps fill up fast!
4949 Tealtown Road, Milford, OH 45150, (513) 831- 1711, Reach out to our Camp Director at camps@cincynature.org
CincyNature.org/Camps
Dates: June 1 - August 7 / Hours: Vary by program / Ages: 3-15
CODE NINJAS OF GREEN TOWNSHIP
Summer Camps at Code Ninjas Green Township combine creativity, technology, and real-world skill building into an experience kids love. Campers strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills through projects in Roblox, Minecraft, YouTube, and hands-on tech like micro:bits and MakeyMakey. Every camp is fun, engaging, and confidence-boosting. 6507 Harrison Avenue Suite V, Cincinnati, OH 45247, (513) 878-1338, greentownshipoh@codeninjas.com codeninjas.com/oh-green-township/ camps
Dates: Weekly camps starting June 1 through August 7, 2026 / Hours: AM Camp: 8:30 AM -12 PM Camp: 1-4:30 PM, Book both and the hour between is free! / Ages: 5 – 14
DAYTON BALLET SCHOOL
Dayton Ballet School offers diverse summer ballet experiences, including a Junior Intensive, Summer Intensive, weekly summer sessions, Creative Movement classes, Adult Ballet, and three themed dance camps. These programs provide engaging training opportunities for dancers of all ages, combining technique, creativity, and fun throughout the summer.
140 North Main St 4th Floor, Dayton, OH 45402, Dayton, OH 45402, Contact: Megan Forney, mforney@daytonperformingarts.org, (937) 535-5451
daytonballetschool.org/
Dates: Various dates from June 15- August 1 / Hours: Times Vary. Daytime and Evening options available /Ages: 3-Adult
DOCENTITOS ACADEMY 2026
The award-winning art ambassadorial program for young people, Docentitos Academy, trains youths ages 9-12 years to be Weston Art Gallery docents. During this fun-filled, two-week summer camp, students meet the artists and go behind the scenes of an exhibition to learn the inspiration and installation work that goes into creating a show. Upon graduating, students lead tours of the gallery’s summer exhibitions.
Weston Art Gallery: 650 Walnut St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 977-4165, Contact: Michael Goodson, mgoodson@cincinnatiarts.org cincinnatiarts.org/weston-art-gallery/ learn/docentitos-academy
Dates: Orientation: Tuesday, June 16 / Classes: June 20-July 2
ENSEMBLE THEATRE CINCINNATI SUMMER CAMPS 2026
From performance-focused camps and our one-of-a-kind technical theatre intensives to our new inclusive improv camp, students from all interests and abilities have a variety of opportunities to connect with and learn from world-class theater professionals both on and off the stage.
1127 Vine St., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202, Contact: Emily Mathews, education@ensemblecincinnati. org, (513) 421-3555
ensemblecincinnati.org/learnand-engage/camps
Dates: June 8–July 17, 2026 / Hours: 9:00 am–4:30 pm, Monday-Friday/ Ages: 8-19
GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN OHIO CAMPS
Day AND overnight camps at five locations, plus travel camps for girls in grades 8-11. Not a member? Not a problem—Girl Scout camp is open to all girls! Come experience the magic of camp—the joy of making new friends, bravely trying new adventures, and discovering the amazing wonders of nature.
Multiple locations, Phone: (888) 350-5090, customercare@gswo.org camp.gswo.org/summer
Type: Day AND Overnight Camp, Dates: Weekly, June 7 - July 24, 2026 / Hours: Varies / Ages: Girls currently in grades K-11 / Gender of Campers: Girl
HAIRSTON SCHOOL OF DANCE CAMPS
Students will experience a fun creative introduction to dance while making crafts, costumes, props and headpieces that will inspire creativity beyond the studio. Each week will have a different theme. “K-Pop” Your Way to Ballet Camp: June 1-5, 9:30am-12:30pm / Work on your “Wicked” Dance Skills Camp: June 8-12, 9:30am12:30pm / In the Jungle, The “Lion Kings” Dance Tonight Camp: July 27-July 31, 9:30am-12:30pm.
4329 Red Bank Road, Cincinnati, OH 45227, Contact: Sarah Hairston Berkley, (513) 271-0095, hairstonschoolofdance@gmail.com hairstonschoolofdance.com
Dates: June & July 2026 / Hours: 9:30am-12:30pm / Ages: 3-7
HERITAGE VILLAGE MUSEUM CAMPS
Enjoy unforgettable historical adventures at Heritage Village Museum! Explore historic trades during Past Professions Camp, bring classic stories to life in Timeless Tales Camp, and hone leadership skills in Junior Docent Training Camp. This is a unique opportunity for kids to discover history in exciting new ways.
11500 Lebanon Road Sharonville, OH 45241
Contact: Lauren Woods / Program Director, (513) 563-9484, lwoods@heritagevillagecincinnati.org heritagevillagecincinnati.org/ summer-camp
Dates: Past Professions: Jul. 20-24, 2026, Timeless Tales: Jul. 27-31, 2026, Junior Docent Training Camp: Aug. 3-7, 2026
LINDNER CENTER OF HOPE SUMMER SKILLS PROGRAM
Lindner Center of Hope’s Summer Skills Program is an intensive outpatient program for adolescents ages 12–18. Offered during summer to avoid academic disruption, the program provides DBTand CBT-based group therapy focused on practical, social-emotional skills to help teens manage stress, build resilience, and prepare for future challenges.
4075 Old Western Row Rd., Mason, OH 45040, Contact: Marcy Vaccariello, (513) 536-0KID (0543), Adolescent-PHP@lindnercenter.org lindnercenterofhope.org/summerskills-program
Dates: June 1 - August 14, 2026 / Ages: 12-18
MIAMI UNIVERSITY REGIONALS’ STEAM STUDIO
Welcome to the STEAM Studio—where 2nd through 8th graders explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math in real life while having fun, making friends, and creating memories at Miami University Regionals’ campuses. We seek
to build tomorrow’s leaders in STEAM. Join us for a great summer!
4200 N. University Blvd Middletown, OH 45042, 1601 University Blvd. Hamilton, OH 45011, Contact: Theresa Young, steamstudio@MiamiOH.edu, (513)-646-8043
Miamioh.edu/regionals/STEAMStudio
Dates: June 15 - July 31, 2026 / Hours: 9 am-4 pm Monday-Friday / Grades: 2nd-8th
SCHOOL OF ROCK BEAVERCREEK
School of Rock Beavercreek’s music camps offer a wide selection of various music experiences. From beginner music camps to intermediate and advanced sessions, our music camps will further a student’s musical foundation. Most of our camps end with a live show performed by the campers.
2850C Centre Dr., Suite 6, Beavercreek, OH 45324, Contact: Amanda Warden - Owner/General Manager, (937) 912-1010, beavercreek@ schoolofrock.com
beavercreek.schoolofrock.com
Dates: Week long camps all summer
SNAPOLOGY OF WEST CHESTER
Snapology’s mission is to make STEAM learning fun! In our programs children are introduced to STEAM concepts through educational play. They’re having so much fun they do not even realize how much they’re learning! Additionally, Snapology programs are curated to build confidence, promote creativity, teamwork and social skills; and to develop problem solving and iterative learning skills.
Primary Camp Location: inside The WEB Extreme Entertainment, westchestertwp@snapology.com, (513) 988-7363
Dates: All weeks in June and July, some weeks in August / Hours: AM Camps, 9 am to 12 pm & PM Camps, 1 pm to 4 pm (8 am early drop off, 5 pm late pick up) / Ages: 5-14
SUMMIT SUMMER
The Summit Country Day School welcomes students from the tri-state area to enjoy summer on our Hyde Park campus. With programs for children ages 3 through Grade 12, parents can take comfort in knowing that their child is exploring their curious nature, enjoying time with friends, and exploring a new topic or hobby. Both full-day and half-day camps are available. Registration now open!
2161 Grandin Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45230, summitsummer@summitcds.org, (513) 871-4700 Ext: x369
summitcds.org/summer
Dates: June 1- July 31 / Grades: Age 3- Grade 12
THEATRE SUMMER CAMP WITH CINCY SHAKES
For over 20 years, Cincinnati Shakespeare’s Theatre Summer Camp has provided students with a camp experience unlike any in the Tri-State. Campers work with Cincinnati Shakespeare Company teaching artists, staging scenes, learning the tricks of the trade, gaining confidence, and often finding an inclusive community of friends that lasts well beyond the summer. Whether you’ve never stepped on a stage before, or have already been bitten by the acting bug and are looking for a challenge, our camps are the perfect place to learn and improve new skills, make new friends, and have a whole lot of fun!
Cincinnati Shakespeare Company at The Otto M. Budig Theater, 1195 Elm Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, (513) 381-2273
cincyshakes.com/summercamp
Dates: Jun. 15 - Jul. 31 / Grades: 1-12
XAVIER SUMMER PROGRAMS
Xavier University offers summer camps for all ages, including pre-college academic and residential programs like Summer in Cincy, STEAM@XU, and D’Artagnan’s Business Academy, plus youth options such as Broadway Acting, HSPT Prep, and sports camps providing engaging learning experiences right here in Cincinnati.
3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45207, Contact: Derek Goeglein, (513) 745-3394, summerprograms@xavier.edu, xavier.edu/ summer-programs
Type of Camp: Day AND Residential / Dates: Summer 2026
X-TREME HORSEPOWER DAY CAMP AT HEAVENWARD FARM AND HORSEMANSHIP
Girls and boys learn to ride and care for their horse or pony, make friends and enjoy the great outdoors! Riding Instruction, Horse care. Trail Rides, Boating, Fishing, Biblical life lessons,Crafts and Games are all packed into this fun and meaningful camp experience. Limited enrollment, so REGISTER online NOW!
7084 Ludlum Rd., Morrow, OH 45152, admin@ heavenwardfarm.org, (513) 899-4347
heavenwardfarm.org
Dates: Week 1: June 1-5, Week 2: August 3-7 Pony Camp: June 29- July 2 / Hours: 9:00am–2:30pm Pony Camp: 9:00am- 1:00pm / Ages: 8-14 yrs; Pony Camp: 6-8yrs
YMCA OF GREATER CINCINNATI SUMMER DAY CAMPS
Campers have the opportunity to explore nature, find hidden talents, try new activities, gain independ-ence, and make lasting friendships. Weekly themes create energy and excitement whether you camper is with us for one week or the full summer!
10 locations in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, (513) 362-YMCA myY.org/day-camp
Dates: Camps run Memorial Day through Early August / Ages: 5-12
YMCA OF GREATER DAYTON CAMPS
Join the YMCA of Greater Dayton from May-August 2026 (session dates vary by location) for a fun-filled summer for your child! Whether you choose one week or all summer, YMCA Day Camp fits your schedule and provides fun and enriching activities for your child. OUR PROMISE TO PARENTS - Your kids will be safe, make new friends, learn new skills and most of all, have fun!
Available at 10 Dayton area locations, Contact: Valerie Holland, ymcachildcare@daytonymca.org, (937) 223-5201 daytonymca.org/programs/childcare-programs/summer-day-camp
Dates: May-August 2026
