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Pittsburgh's summer camp scene perfectly reflects the city's rich blend of innovation, outdoor adventure, and cultural heritage. From the Carnegie Science Center's hands-on STEM programs where kids build robots and conduct experiments, to unique offerings like Steel City Rowing Club's river camps that get youth out on Pittsburgh's iconic three rivers, there's something here that goes beyond typical summer activities.
Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to love too, with the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy running exceptional outdoor programs in Frick Park where kids can explore urban wildlife and learn about environmental science. The city's 200+ camp providers create an impressive mix of traditional and cutting-edge programs, with most sessions ranging from $200-400 per week – notably more affordable than many other major cities.
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The average summer camp costs $250. We found that 259 camps cost under $200, 218 camps are between $201-$400, and 63 camps are between $401-$600.
The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, STEM. Variety camps make up 29% of all camps in the area.
Most camps accommodate children between 7 and 13 years old. Preschool programs (3-5 years) have 75 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 135 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 172 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 89 sessions.
Yes, there are various schedule options. Day Camp camps are the most common. Day Camp camps have 997 sessions, Full-Day camps have 40 sessions, Half-Day camps have 6 sessions.
The most popular months for camps are June, July, August. The average camp session runs for 16 days.