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Summer Camps in Iowa City, Iowa

Iowa City offers an incredibly diverse summer camp scene that perfectly balances academic enrichment with outdoor adventure, reflecting its unique character as both a prestigious university town and a Midwest nature haven. Parents can choose from over 60 different providers offering everything from innovative STEM programs at Iowa City Robotics to immersive nature experiences at UI WILD's wildlife camps. What really sets this city apart is the influence of the University of Iowa, which brings high-caliber academic programs like the Iowa Young Writers' Studio for aspiring teen authors, alongside more traditional options like the East Iowa Bible Camp's faith-based outdoor adventures.

Most camps run between $200-400 per session, making quality summer experiences accessible to many families, while specialized programs like performing arts intensives offer more advanced training for passionate young artists.

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Sports iconSports Camps

  • Soccer Camps
  • Basketball Camps
  • Wrestling Camps
  • Football Camps
  • Swimming Camps
  • Volleyball Camps
  • Gymnastics Camps
  • Martial Arts Camps
  • Baseball Camps
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STEM iconSTEM Camps

  • Space Camps
  • Engineering Camps
  • Minecraft Camps
  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Science Experiments Camps
  • Robotics Camps
  • Multi-STEM Camps

Arts iconArts Camps

  • Drawing Camps
  • Painting Camps
  • Jewelry Making Camps
  • Sculpture Camps
  • Crafts Camps
  • Multi-Arts Camps
  • Cooking Camps
  • Ceramics Camps
  • Animation Camps
  • Mixed Media Camps

Nature iconNature Camps

  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Hiking Camps
  • Camping Camps
  • Wildlife Camps
  • Gardening Camps
  • Outdoor Skills Camps
  • Astronomy Camps

Performing Arts iconPerforming Arts Camps

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

Academic iconAcademic Camps

  • Writing Camps
  • Chess Camps
  • Multi-Subject Camps

Variety iconVariety Camps

  • Multi-Activity Camps

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Iowa City, Iowa Summer Camp Stats

How much do summer camps typically cost in Iowa City, Iowa?

The average summer camp costs $200. We found that 115 camps cost under $200, 79 camps are between $201-$400, and 8 camps are between $401-$600.

What types of summer camps are most popular in Iowa City?

The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Performing Arts. Variety camps make up 28% of all camps in the area.

What age groups do these summer camps serve?

Most camps accommodate children between 8 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 7 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 28 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 37 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 32 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 386 sessions, Full-Day camps have 147 sessions, Half-Day camps have 151 sessions.

Are there camps that accommodate special needs?

Yes! 5 camps (1% 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 16 days.

Data updated on: 02/20/2025