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Summer Camps in Richmond, Virginia

Richmond's summer camp scene perfectly blends urban adventure with natural exploration, offering an impressive variety of programs that showcase the city's rich cultural and environmental assets. From hands-on art experiences at the prestigious Virginia Museum of Fine Arts to outdoor adventures along the James River with RVA Paddlesports, there's something here for every young explorer. Nature enthusiasts particularly love the unique opportunities at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden, where kids can dig into gardening and environmental science while surrounded by 50 acres of stunning gardens.

What makes Richmond's camp landscape special is how it leverages the city's distinctive features – its river, its museums, its gardens, and its history – to create experiences you simply won't find elsewhere. With most programs ranging from $200-400 per week, these camps remain reasonably accessible to many families while delivering high-quality programming.

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Sports iconSports Camps

  • Soccer Camps
  • Basketball Camps
  • Track & Field Camps
  • Surfing Camps
  • Ultimate Frisbee Camps
  • Sailing Camps
  • Water Sports Camps
  • Football Camps
  • Swimming Camps
  • Tennis Camps

STEM iconSTEM Camps

  • Space Camps
  • Marine Science Camps
  • Engineering Camps
  • Biology Camps
  • Environmental Science Camps
  • Science Experiments Camps
  • Coding Camps
  • Robotics Camps
  • Math Camps
  • Aerospace Camps

Arts iconArts Camps

  • Drawing Camps
  • Painting Camps
  • Jewelry Making Camps
  • Photography Camps
  • Crafts Camps
  • Multi-Arts Camps
  • Cooking Camps
  • Ceramics Camps
  • Film Making Camps
  • Fashion Design Camps

Nature iconNature Camps

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

Performing Arts iconPerforming Arts Camps

  • Piano Camps
  • Guitar Camps
  • Band Camps
  • Music Production Camps
  • Theater Camps
  • Singing Camps
  • Violin Camps
  • Orchestra Camps
  • Multi-Performing Arts Camps
  • Musical Theater Camps

Academic iconAcademic Camps

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

Variety iconVariety Camps

  • Multi-Activity Camps

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Richmond, Virginia Summer Camp Stats

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

The average summer camp costs $295. We found that 176 camps cost under $200, 186 camps are between $201-$400, and 129 camps are between $401-$600.

What types of summer camps are most popular in Richmond?

The most popular types of camps are Variety, Sports, Arts. Variety camps make up 30% 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 43 sessions. Elementary programs (5-11 years) have 97 sessions. Middle School programs (11-14 years) have 236 sessions. High School programs (14-18 years) have 94 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 919 sessions, Full-Day camps have 438 sessions, Half-Day camps have 295 sessions.

Are there camps that accommodate special needs?

Yes! 45 camps (5% 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: 01/09/2025