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Akron's summer camp scene offers an impressive mix of urban adventure and natural exploration, with over 360 diverse programs that make the most of Northeast Ohio's varied landscape. The city particularly shines in performing arts camps, with standouts like Weathervane Playhouse offering everything from musical theater to innovative "Jedi Training" programs. Nature enthusiasts will find their niche at the Akron Zoo and Beech Creek Gardens, where hands-on wildlife education meets outdoor adventure.
What's particularly appealing about Akron's camp landscape is the affordability - with most programs priced under $200, making quality summer experiences accessible to more families. Whether your child dreams of spotting local wildlife, perfecting their stage presence, or diving into STEM experiments at the International Soap Box Derby's engineering camps, Akron's summer programs deliver rich experiences without requiring a long commute or premium prices.
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The average summer camp costs $195. We found that 107 camps cost under $200, 59 camps are between $201-$400, and 15 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Performing Arts. Variety camps make up 36% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 12 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 23 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 29 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 81 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 37 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 363 sessions, Full-Day camps have 6 sessions, Half-Day camps have 13 sessions.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, January. The average camp session runs for 26 days.