Camps hosted by parks, schools, arts centers and more.
Columbus Academy
Columbus Academy Summer Experience
Dates/times: June 1 - Aug. 7, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Contact camp organizer for more information
Camp location: Columbus Academy, 4300 Cherry Bottom Road, Gahanna 43230
About our camp
Columbus Academy's Summer Experience offers day-camp programs in Academics, Arts & Sciences, and Athletics for grades Pre-K through 12 and Explore with Me for caregivers and babies. There are 10 weeks to choose from between June 1 and Aug. 7.
Columbus Academy's Summer Experience is a great way to have fun this summer! We offer a diverse range of programs as well as before and aftercare options. Whatever your child's interest, you will find it at CA Summer Experience!
Contact Information
Alyssa King
614-509-2267
Columbus Recreation and Parks
Dates/times: June 8 - Aug. 7, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: $85 per week and up; non-resident fee applies
Camp location: Multiple sites in Columbus
Contact information: Wendy Frantz, wmfrantz@columbus.gov, 614-645-7000
About our camp: Center Camps, Teen Clay Academy, Strength and Conditioning Training, Lights, Camera Camp, Great Art Getaway, Camp Public Health, Horseback Riding, Basketball, Tennis, Cheerleading, Gymnastics, Track & Field, Hockey, Therapeutic, Digital Dance, Football. Summer Expo: Tuesday, Mar 10 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Franklin Park Adventure Center, 1747 E. Broad St. Registration begins Saturday, Mar 21 at 10 a.m.
Columbus School for Girls
CSG Summer Programs
Dates/times: June 15 - Aug. 7, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Morning programs: $200; afternoon programs: $175 full day: $375
Camp location: Columbus School for Girls, 56 S Columbia, Bexley 43209
Contact information: Rachel Barends, rabarends@columbusschoolforgirls.org, 614-252-0781
About our camp: Whether your children are artists, actors, scientists, writers, athleted or anything in between, we welcome them to explore their many talents and interests with us! Our goal is to provide a comprehensive coeducational experience for children. Co-ed. PreK and up.
St. Joseph Montessori School
Summer Camp
Dates/times: June 8 - Aug. 7, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Weekly tuition ranges from $150-$300
Camp location: St. Joseph Montessori School, 933 Hamlet Street, Columbus 43201
About our camp
SJMS Summer Learning Camp is filled with fun and exciting experiences that teach values, develop character, build self-confidence, and explore creativity. Our camp features programs for ages preschool through eighth grade with new themes each week.
Contact Information
Bethany Torres
sjmsslc@cdeducation.org
614-291-8601
The Arts Castle
Summer Camps and Programs
Dates/times: June 8 - July 31 (please contact the camp organizer for more information).
Cost: Fees range $60-$200. Scholarships may be available: Call office for details.
Camp location: The Arts Castle, 190 W. Winter Street, Delaware 43015
About our camp
Arts & crafts, drama, drawing, painting, cartooning, mixed media, ceramics (hand-building and wheel-throwing), sculpture and more. Camper needs to bring a lunch. Refrigeration available. Food allergies accommodated.
The Arts Castle mission is to nurture creative energies and encourage everyone's artistic talent. There is an artist in everyone! At The Arts Castle we offer multi-arts experiences through classes, workshops, exhibits and special events.
Contact Information
Registrar
info@artscastle.org
740-369-2787
The Wellington School
Wellington Summer Options
Dates/times: June 8 - Aug. 14, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: Varies
Camp location: The Wellington School, 3650 Reed Rd, Columbus 43220
About our camp
Join us for a summer of lifelong memories! Wellington Summer Options offers a variety of experiences including academic enrichment, sports, arts, outdoor adventures, cooking, and early childhood explorations. Choose from full-day or half-day options."
Sample of offerings include Robotics, Lawrence Funderburke's Math Basketball Jam, Junior Scientist, and Builders. Develop survival and wilderness skills in a local wilderness area. Aerial Arts, Clay, Horseback Riding, Pastry Chef, Fencing have returned!"
Contact Information
Peggy Berger
peggybrgr@gmail.com
614-324-8882
Worthington Parks & Recreation Department
Various week-long camps offered
Dates/times: June 1 - Aug. 7 (please contact the camp organizer for more information).
Cost: Varies depending on camp type.
Camp location: Worthington Community Center, 345 E. Wilson Bridge Rd., Worthington 43085
Contact information: Holly Keller, hkeller@ci.worthington.oh.us, 614-436-2743
About our camp: Arts & Crafts, Ceramics, Cooking, Sports Camps (basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball), drama instruction and/or performance, field trips, day trips, recreational sports, games and swimming. Some camps may be held at Selby Park shelter (358 Selby Blvd.).
YMCA of Central Ohio
YMCA of Central Ohio Day Camps
Dates/times: June 1 - Aug. 14, full day (6+ hours)
Cost: $120/week for YMCA members; $140/week for YMCA Youth/Child Members; $165/week for nonmembers. Financial assistance, Subsidized Child Care (formerly Title XX) and TANF funding available. Specialty camps may incur additional fees.
Camp location: 20 locations available throughout Central Ohio.About our camp
Before Care from 7 a.m.; After Care until 6 p.m. Offerings include Traditional Camp w/weekly themes, Sports & Specialty Camps, Fun Club and Camp Can Do for children w/special needs; Preschoolers Camp. ACA accredited.
For more than 125 years, camp has been among the most significant, life-changing and highly regarded YMCA programs. YMCA camps promote sportsmanship, camaraderie, leadership, teamwork, friendship, independence and responsibility. ACA accredited.
Contact Information
Brad McCain
bmcain@ymcacolumbus.org
614-224-1142