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Summer Camps in Charlottesville, Virginia

Charlottesville's summer camp scene perfectly reflects the city's unique blend of academic excellence, outdoor adventure, and artistic spirit. With the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop and the influence of UVA nearby, local camps offer everything from innovative STEM programs to wilderness exploration. The Light House Studio stands out with its creative filmmaking camps where young storytellers learn to produce their own movies, while Holiday Lake 4-H Center catches attention with its uniquely themed programs like "Camp Catch'Em All" - a Pokemon-inspired science adventure.

Nature enthusiasts will find their home at places like Wildrock, where kids can fully immerse themselves in outdoor exploration just minutes from downtown. Whether your child is a budding scientist, artist, or outdoor adventurer, Charlottesville's camps provide that perfect mix of learning and fun that makes summer memories last.

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Sports iconSports Camps

  • Soccer Camps
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  • Skiing Camps
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  • Football Camps
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STEM iconSTEM Camps

  • Space Camps
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  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Science Experiments Camps
  • Coding Camps
  • Robotics Camps
  • Math Camps
  • Multi-STEM Camps

Arts iconArts Camps

  • Sewing Camps
  • Multi-Arts Camps
  • Film Making Camps
  • Mixed Media Camps

Nature iconNature Camps

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

Performing Arts iconPerforming Arts Camps

  • Music Production Camps
  • Theater Camps
  • Multi-Performing Arts Camps
  • Dance Camps

Academic iconAcademic Camps

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

Variety iconVariety Camps

  • Multi-Activity Camps

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Charlottesville, Virginia Summer Camp Stats

How much do summer camps typically cost in Charlottesville, Virginia?

The average summer camp costs $250. We found that 108 camps cost under $200, 115 camps are between $201-$400, and 44 camps are between $401-$600.

What types of summer camps are most popular in Charlottesville?

The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Arts. Variety camps make up 29% 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 15 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 33 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 84 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 30 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 478 sessions, Full-Day camps have 247 sessions, Half-Day camps have 150 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 12 days.

Data updated on: 02/20/2025