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Summer Camps in Columbus, Ohio

Columbus offers an incredibly diverse summer camp scene that perfectly matches the city's reputation as a family-friendly Midwest hub. With over 250 camp providers spread across the metro area, parents can find everything from traditional day camps to specialized programs in theater, horseback riding, and STEM. The Columbus Children's Theatre stands out with its creative performing arts camps like "The World of Harry Potter" and "Frozen Kids," while tech-forward options like HER Academy's coding camps for girls are pushing boundaries in STEM education.

What really sets Columbus camps apart is their accessibility - nearly half of all programs are priced under $200 per session, making quality summer experiences available to more families. You'll find most camps clustered in popular areas like Westerville, where the Parks & Recreation department runs some of the city's most comprehensive multi-activity programs.

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Sports iconSports Camps

  • Soccer Camps
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  • Track & Field Camps
  • Skiing Camps
  • Rugby Camps
  • Wrestling Camps
  • Sailing Camps
  • Water Sports Camps
  • Football Camps
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STEM iconSTEM Camps

  • Space Camps
  • Engineering Camps
  • Biology Camps
  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Science Experiments Camps
  • Coding Camps
  • Robotics Camps
  • Digital Media Camps
  • Data Science Camps
  • Aerospace Camps

Arts iconArts Camps

  • Drawing Camps
  • Painting Camps
  • Crafts Camps
  • Multi-Arts Camps
  • Cooking Camps
  • Ceramics Camps
  • Digital Art Camps
  • Fashion Design Camps
  • Comic Art Camps

Nature iconNature Camps

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

Performing Arts iconPerforming Arts Camps

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

Academic iconAcademic Camps

  • Reading Camps
  • Study Skills Camps
  • Writing Camps
  • Foreign Languages Camps
  • History Camps
  • Healthcare Education Camps
  • Multi-Subject Camps

Variety iconVariety Camps

  • Multi-Activity Camps

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Columbus, Ohio Summer Camp Stats

How much do summer camps typically cost in Columbus, Ohio?

The average summer camp costs $240. We found that 244 camps cost under $200, 247 camps are between $201-$400, and 46 camps are between $401-$600.

What types of summer camps are most popular in Columbus?

The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Academic. Variety camps make up 29% of all camps in the area.

What age groups do these summer camps serve?

Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 60 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 155 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 193 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 71 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 1000 sessions, Full-Day camps have 133 sessions, Half-Day camps have 75 sessions.

Are there camps that accommodate special needs?

Yes! 13 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 22 days.

Data updated on: 02/20/2025