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Summer Camps in Des Moines, Iowa

Des Moines offers an incredibly diverse summer camp scene that perfectly balances Midwestern values with modern educational approaches. With over 500 camp sessions spread across 120 providers, parents can find everything from traditional YMCA day camps to unique specialized programs. The city particularly shines in its nature and STEM offerings - kids can explore hands-on farming at Center Grove Orchard or dive into environmental science at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden.

What's especially appealing is the affordability, with most camps priced under $200 per session, making quality summer experiences accessible to more families. The Des Moines Art Center and Science Center of Iowa stand out as local favorites, offering creative STEAM programs that combine arts and science in engaging ways.

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Sports iconSports Camps

  • Soccer Camps
  • Basketball Camps
  • Track & Field Camps
  • Skateboarding Camps
  • Rugby Camps
  • Ultimate Frisbee Camps
  • Wrestling Camps
  • Water Sports Camps
  • Football Camps
  • Swimming Camps

STEM iconSTEM Camps

  • Space Camps
  • Game Development Camps
  • Engineering Camps
  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Science Experiments Camps
  • Coding Camps
  • Robotics Camps
  • Digital Media Camps
  • Web Development Camps
  • Multi-STEM Camps

Arts iconArts Camps

  • Therapeutic Arts Camps
  • Painting Camps
  • Crafts Camps
  • Multi-Arts Camps
  • Cooking Camps
  • Digital Art Camps
  • Film Making Camps
  • Animation Camps

Nature iconNature Camps

  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Geology Camps
  • Fishing Camps
  • Camping Camps
  • Wildlife Camps
  • Gardening Camps
  • Outdoor Skills Camps
  • Farming Camps
  • Multi-Nature Camps

Performing Arts iconPerforming Arts Camps

  • Piano Camps
  • Guitar Camps
  • Music Production Camps
  • Theater Camps
  • Singing Camps
  • Multi-Performing Arts Camps
  • Musical Theater Camps
  • Dance Camps
  • Ballet Camps

Academic iconAcademic Camps

  • Reading Camps
  • Foreign Languages Camps
  • History Camps
  • Chess Camps
  • Multi-Subject Camps
  • Entrepreneurship Camps

Variety iconVariety Camps

  • Multi-Activity Camps

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Des Moines, Iowa Summer Camp Stats

How much do summer camps typically cost in Des Moines, Iowa?

The average summer camp costs $150. We found that 189 camps cost under $200, 67 camps are between $201-$400, and 9 camps are between $401-$600.

What types of summer camps are most popular in Des Moines?

The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Performing Arts. Variety camps make up 31% of all camps in the area.

What age groups do these summer camps serve?

Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 18 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 69 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 78 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 29 sessions.

Are there full-day and half-day camp options?

Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 526 sessions, Full-Day camps have 170 sessions, Half-Day camps have 268 sessions.

Are there camps that accommodate special needs?

Yes! 14 camps (3% of all camps) offer special needs accommodations.

When do most summer camps run?

The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 19 days.

Data updated on: 02/20/2025