Best Grand Rapids Summer Camps, Including Popular Day Camps
Heading off to summer camp is one of the rites of passage for a kid, and one of the most popular summer things to do in Grand Rapids.
Looking for summer camp for kindergarteners or big kids? Maybe your preschooler needs some enrichment this summer.
No matter their age, there’s every kind of summer camp for kids in West Michigan.
Find day camps, overnight camps, nearby camps and far-away camps. Animals, sports, art, STEAM, and just good old fashioned play – you can find the perfect camp for your kids below.
Many camps fill up quickly, so register as soon as possible.
Directory of Summer Camps Near Grand Rapids
Scroll around this camp guide, or filter with search tools to narrow the list. Click on listings to learn more about each camp.
We’ll be adding more wonderful day camps, theater camps, sports camps, STEM camps, etc, so check back as you make your plans.
Always check camp websites for current information – we are updating this as we get info, but summer camp registrations are always evolving!
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Only 3 weeks available, and spots will fill fast. High-energy fun, structured play, zero boredom, and summer memories kids won’t stop talking about.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Sports Camp
Weeks Offered: June 14, July 19, August 2
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Hours: Mon - Thur: 9 AM - 4 PM
Pricing: Early Bird Pricing: $290 per week. May 1 pricing goes to $315 per week, June 10 $350 per week.
Features: Lunch provided
My oldest (seven) went to summer camp there for a week this summer and had a BLAST! He did a couple other camps this summer, but says BattleGR was his absolute favorite! We loved it there so much we had his eighth birthday party there.
Campers bond with a horse, build confidence, make friends, and create lifelong memories in a safe, supportive environment.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Animal Lover, Adventure & Outdoor Skills
Weeks Offered: May 31, June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30 - 11:30 AM and/or 12 - 3 PM
Pricing: $63 half day; $294+ per week
My daughter had so much fun! She loved that she got to do a trail ride, play with the barn cats, feed the horses, and give her horse a bath.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 14, June 21, July 5, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9 AM -12 PM and/or 12:30 - 3:30 PM
Pricing: $199 - $249 per week
We have been with the academy for 6+ years. Everything they do is first class. The entire staff truly cares about each student and their musical journey. Office communication is always clear and timely.
Every camper receives a role, building confidence and creativity, and culminating in a full-scale performance. Inspiring young talent since 1992.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Dance, Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, May 31, August 9
Ages: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Grades: 1st, Kindergarten, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Hours: Varies by camp
Pricing: Varies by camp
Features: Special Needs
Miss Janae and her team teach more than acting—campers gain leadership, teamwork, perseverance, and confidence, all while having fun, making friends, and thriving on and off stage.
Campers explore a wide range of experiences, from painting and mixed media to clay, building, storytelling, and STEAM-inspired projects.
Each camp is thoughtfully designed by age to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage creativity all summer long.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Art, Animal Lover, Design & Making, STEM or STEAM
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9
Ages: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Hours: Mon - Fri: Half Day 9 AM -12 PM, 1 -4 PM, All Day 9 AM - 4 PM
Pricing: $165-$250 per camp
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
Whenever we start talking about summer break, my kids always ask about which Lionardo Art Camps they are going to. Every year, they have a blast at camp and come home feeling inspired to make even more art.
Plus overnight camp weeks debuting this year and day camp returning better than ever!
Adventure, leadership & lifelong memories start here.
Camp Type: Overnight, Day Camp
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Art
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, June 21, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 11th, 10th, 12th
Hours: Mon -Thur 9 AM-4 PM; before & after care available; Overnight: Mon - Fri 8 - 11:30 AM
Pricing: Day Camp $285; Overnight $700; Scholarships available
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Lunch provided
Parents always thank us for caring like family—Camp O’Malley feels like home. We treat every child as our own, keeping them safe, happy, valued, and confident every day.
Nestled on the scenic shores of Barlow Lake in Middleville, camp offers thrilling activities like the zipline, rock wall, water sports and so much more!
Learn more at grymcacml.org or email us at camp@grymca.org.
Camp Type: Day Camp, Overnight, Family Programs
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Design & Making, STEM or STEAM, Sports Camp
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Hours: Mon - Fri: 8:30 AM - 5 PM, overnight
Pricing: Varies by camp
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Lunch provided
Our 10-year-old participated in overnight camp. She was able to take part in a lot of activities [and] the best part for us was that she felt safe. She will be back!
With Christ at the center, campers experience engaging Bible teaching and worship alongside action-packed activities and nonstop fun.
Every day is filled with excitement, connection, and opportunities to grow in Christ—where faith and fun thrive.
Camp Type: Day Camp, Overnight
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Religious, Water Sports
Weeks Offered: June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12, July 19
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Hours: Day Camp: Mon - Fri 9 AM - 5 PM; overnight varies
Pricing: $250/week day camp; $235+ overnight
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, Special Needs, Lunch provided
Camp has given my daughter confidence to try activities she never would've before. She loves Pine Ridge, and I love that she is growing in the Lord while enjoying friendship and new experiences.
From sports and arts to STEM, outdoor fun, and faith-based activities, there's something for every child.
Flexible options, great staff, and unforgettable summer experiences await!
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Academic, Religious
Weeks Offered: June 7
Ages: Elementary, Middle School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Hours: Mon - Thu: 9 - 11:30 AM and/or 12:30 - 3 PM; Lunch Bunch (optional): 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
Pricing: $100 per session; Lunch Bunch $20
Activities include Ninja courses, gymnastics, swimming and more. Campers will make memories that last a lifetime.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Sports Camp
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 21, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 16
Ages: Elementary, Preschool, Middle School
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9 AM - 12 PM
Pricing: $155 per week
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Academic, STEM or STEAM
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 14, June 21, July 5, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9
Ages: Elementary, High School, Middle School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 12th, 11th, 9th, 3rd, 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 10th
Hours: 4-day camps, Mon - Thu: time varies; 1 - Day camp: days/times vary
Pricing: $30-$145
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available
Come experience farm life at one of our Summer Cow Camps!
Our hands-on camps let kids explore where food comes from, connect with cows & calves, & grow their learning through fun activities!
MOOOre information www.dairydiscovery.org
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Animal Lover, Adventure & Outdoor Skills
Weeks Offered: May 31, June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 5, July 12
Ages: Preschool, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Hours: Varies by camp
Pricing: Varies by camp. Early bird special through 3/1
Camp Type: Family Programs
Category: Water Sports
Weeks Offered: May 31, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9, June 7, August 23, August 16
Ages: Preschool, Elementary
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Hours: Jump Start Clinics are four consecutive days of 30-minute swim lessons
Pricing: $90 per week
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available
Camp Type: Family Programs
Category: Water Sports
Weeks Offered: May 31, June 14, June 21, June 28, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9, June 7, August 16, August 23
Ages: Preschool, Elementary
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Hours: Jump Start Clinics are four consecutive days of 30-minute swim lessons
Pricing: $90 per week
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available
Camp Type: Overnight, Family Programs
Category: STEM or STEAM, Design & Making, Art, Adventure & Outdoor Skills
Weeks Offered: June 14, June 28, July 12, July 26, August 9, June 21, July 5, July 19
Ages: Elementary, Middle School, High School
Grades: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Hours: varies
Pricing: $810 per week
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available
In JA Imagine STEM Camp (7/27-7/31), 6th-8th graders will explore careers and skills associated with different areas of STEM, learn from guest speakers, and complete design thinking challenges.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: STEM or STEAM, Academic
Weeks Offered: July 12, July 26
Ages: Elementary, Middle School
Grades: 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Hours: Mon - Fri: 9 AM - 3 PM
Pricing: $295 per week
No previous climbing experience is required. Climbers work on footwork and route-reading skills, developing confidence while top roping and bouldering.
Training, games, and team-building activities provide campers with challenges and let them explore new skills.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Gymnastics & Parkour, Sports Camp
Weeks Offered: July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 9
Ages: Elementary, Middle School
Grades: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Hours: Mon - Thu: 8:30 AM - 12 PM
Pricing: $315 per week
