Find Your Perfect Kalamazoo Summer Camp Here
Warm days may seem like a dream while we are still bundled up in our bulky coats in Southwest Michigan.
While it may not feel like roasting marshmallows season yet, rising temperatures and summer activities are not far away.
And, registration for warm-weather fun is now open!
Make your post-polar vortex plans with summer camps in Kalamazoo, Portage, Schoolcraft, Battle Creek and more surrounding cities.
Find day camps, overnight camps, nature camps, sports camps and more:
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Featured Summer Camps
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Use this guide to browse performing arts, sports, STEAM, specialty, and day camps in Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo summer camps cover all ages and interests; sign up today!
Our themed weekly camps run Monday–Thursday and are packed with high-energy gymnastics, games, crafts, snacks, and nonstop fun for kids ages 3–12.
Each week brings a brand-new experience—from Hula & Handstands, Ninja Warrior, and Pop Star Camp to jungle tumbles, splash-filled outdoor challenges, and secret-agent missions. Whether your child wants to flip like a gymnast, conquer obstacle courses, dance like a star, or explore imaginative themes, there’s something exciting waiting every single week.
With flexible age groups, engaging activities, and a safe, supportive environment led by experienced coaches, Branch Gymnastics Summer Camps is the perfect way to keep kids active, confident, and smiling all summer long.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Sports Camp, Gymnastics & Parkour
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Preschool
Hours: Ages 3-5: Mon-Thu 9AM-11AM • Ages 4-9: Mon-Thu 1PM-4PM or 5PM-8PM • Ages 6-12: 9AM-12PM
Pricing: $150/week (Ages 4-12) • $125/week (Ages 3-5)
Give your child a summer experience they’ll never forget!
Our camps are designed to spark imagination, inspire learning, and keep kids active and smiling all week long.
Camp days include dance, music fun, creative crafts, games, group activities, and water play days.
Most importantly, children will build confidence, make new friends, and create lasting summer memories.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Dance, Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 15, June 22, July 6, July 13, July 20
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Preschool
Hours: Mon - Thurs 9am -12pm and 1pm -3pm
Pricing: Tuition: $184 first camp, $158 each additional camp. Includes a special “Watch Me Grow” Studio Tote or Water Bottle
Features: LGBTQ Inclusive
With an array of traditional and non-traditional camp programs, campers experience the power of living through HCRR. The Y's four core principles —Honesty, Caring, Respect, and Responsibility— are emphasized in each camp program.
Through the discovery of the great outdoors, skill development, and guidance in the importance of building healthy relationships, campers leave with a renewed sense of achievement, belonging, confidence, and courage to try new things.
Sherman Lake YMCA Camp is an unforgettable, must-do summer experience.
Camp Type: Overnight, Day Camp
Category: STEM or STEAM, Animal Lover, Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Music & Performing Arts, Water Sports
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10, August 17
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Hours: Day Camp Mon-Fri full days, Overnight Camp Sun-Fri
Pricing: Day Camp: $337-$600 Overnight Camp: $855-$1670 High School Leadership: $1822-$2025
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
The inclusion at Sherman Lake YMCA Camp is incredible. Thank you for our support as an organization and for surrounding every single individual camper with love and grace.
A magical experience at Camp Kidwell may includes horseback riding, swimming, arts and crafts, rock climbing, water trampoline, campfire songs, canoeing, archery, sports and much more.
Through discovery of the great outdoors, skill development, and guidance in the importance of building healthy relationships campers leave with a renewed sense of achievement, belonging, confidence and courage to try new things.
Camp Type: Overnight, Day Camp
Category: Art, Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Water Sports, Animal Lover
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Preschool
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
💬 “Camp Kidwell has given our son a chance to experience overnight camp in a safe, fun, and trauma-informed environment. They respect our unique family experiences and offer unwavering support.”
Since 1950, VBYC has helped young people discover themselves, gain self-confidence, and grow as individuals and leaders.
Removed from our everyday lives, we are free from societal cliques and can create our own culture, one where we foster positive relationships and group responsibility. We are all about friendship, fellowship, creativity, and fun!
Everyone is welcome at VBYC. We welcome all campers, ages six to eighteen, without regard to gender, race, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religious, economic, or cultural backgrounds
Camp Type: Overnight
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Language & Culture, Water Sports, Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 14, June 21, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
đź’¬ Overnight camp with fun traditions, amazing staff & lots of leadership opportunities.
Under the expert care of our coaches, kids learn both individual and teamwork-oriented skills. A great way to develop personally and socially, these camps foster camaraderie and help to build both character and life skills.
Camps are offered in multiple SWMI locations: at Kingdom and in Plainwell, Richland & NEW Mattawan. Also, PDP Striker Camp (for travel players 2010-2017)
T-shirt included with registration.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Sports Camp
Weeks Offered: June 8, June 22, July 13, July 27, August 17, July 20, August 3, June 29
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Open since 2005, Milestones enriches each child's life with intentional educational techniques and authentic experiences all while providing a nurturing and safe environment.
Milestones' state-of-the-art facilities offer secure buildings, warm interiors and expansive natural playgrounds. School-Age children can find an exciting adventure with Milestones this summer!
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Field Trips & Excursions
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available
Hosted at Bricks & Minifigs Kalamazoo and led by our educational partners at Bricks4Kidz of Grand Rapids, we plan to offer up to ten weeks of supervised LEGO® programming for ages 5–13 in 2026.
Campers build, learn, play games, win prizes, and take something home each week.
Registration info coming soon!
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: STEM or STEAM, Academic, Art
Weeks Offered: 2026 Camp Dates TBD
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8
Hours: TBD
Pricing: TBD
Features: LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
From Epic Broadway Musical Theater Camp for teens to Training for Orchestra class to Music Together classes for infants and toddlers, there is something for everyone this summer!
Financial aid is available.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Preschool
Hours: Varies by program
Pricing: Varies by program
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
Participants immerse in a place where creativity blooms amidst lush gardens and inspiring sculptures. Interactive activities, guided by expert educators, foster a love for art and nature.
These camps not only entertain but also educate, nurturing young minds in an environment that celebrates the harmony of art and nature, making summer both enjoyable and enriching.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Art, Adventure & Outdoor Skills, STEM or STEAM
Weeks Offered: June 15, June 22, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Hours: Various days; 9am-12pm
Pricing: Two-day camps: $70 Four-day camps: $140 Members receive 10% off summer camp pricing
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
Weekly Theatre Camp (Young 5's–8th grade) offers creative play, improv, and storytelling with no performance pressure.
Stage Combat Camp (grades 3–12, July 6–17) builds choreography and physical theatre skills with certified fight directors.
Musical Theatre Performance Camp (grades 3–8, July 20–Aug. 7) guides campers through a full production — auditions, rehearsals, and opening night.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 7, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Preschool
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am-4pm with early dropoff & late pickup
Pricing: $350/week $650 Stage Combat Camp (2 weeks) $975 Musical Theatre Camp (3 weeks)
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
Our qualified and caring staff guide children through both structured and free-choice activities in a safe and loving environment.
Open to all children ages 3-6 years old with full and half-day options available.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Academic, Religious
Weeks Offered: June 15, June 22, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10, August 17, June 8, August 23
Ages: Kindergarten, Preschool
Hours: Monday-Friday 7 AM-5:30 PM or 8:30 AM-12:30 PM
Pricing: $150/week for half days $250/week for full days
Features: Religious
Campers develop their musicianship in a supportive, fun, creative, week-long intensive. Recommended for students who have completed a minimum of 1 year of piano lessons.
Day and Overnight options and scholarships are available.
Camp Type: Overnight, Day Camp
Category: Music & Performing Arts
Weeks Offered: June 22
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Hours: Day Camp 8:00-4:00PM (Sherman Lake hours) Overnight Camp - 24/7 (Sherman Lake hours)
Pricing: Day Camp: June 22-26 • Tier A $600 • Tier B $570 • Tier C $540 Overnight Camp: June 21-26 • Tier A $1,015 • Tier B $964 • Tier C $924 YMCA Need-based scholarships and Gilmore merit-based scholarships are available and can be combined.
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Art
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12, Preschool
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
Kids jump into new sports and games every 45 minutes across our 31-acre campus, including the Kalsee dome.
They’ll meet special guests, make friends, build confidence, and burn tons of energy along the way.
With early drop-off and late pick-up, it’s perfect for busy families — safe, fun, and full of memories.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Sports Camp, Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Water Sports
Weeks Offered: June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3, August 10, August 17
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Hours: Camp Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Drop-off: 8:00 am –9:00 am Pickup: 5:00–5:30 pm
Pricing: $289 per week
Mornings feature guided theme activities, while afternoons offer unstructured free play indoors and outside.
Weekly themes include art, building, nature skills, cooking, imaginative play, and adventure-inspired experiences for both elementary and primary age groups.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, STEM or STEAM
Weeks Offered: June 22, July 6, July 13, July 20, July 27, August 3
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Preschool
Hours: Monday - Friday Half Day Option - 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Full Day Option - 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Childcare Option - 7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Pricing: Half Day Option - $300 per week Full Day Option - $425 per week Childcare Option - $500 per week
Features: LGBTQ Inclusive
This half-day camp is a super affordable opportunity for students entering first through seventh grades to try PAINTING, JEWELRY, PRINTMAKING, FIBER ARTS, SCULPTURE, DRAWING, and more!
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Art
Weeks Offered: July 6, July 13
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Features: LGBTQ Inclusive
We start every morning with songs, skits, and Bible stories to teach children that God loves us and Jesus died for the whole world.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Religious, Field Trips & Excursions
Weeks Offered: July 13
Ages: Grades K-2, Grades 3-5
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
Pricing: $120 for the week ($40 non-refundable deposit required)
Features: Religious
No qualification necessary - all students can participate.
Summer camps for 2026 will be held in person on WMU's campus. Camps are primarily for students going into 6th to 9th grade.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Academic, STEM or STEAM
Weeks Offered: June 15, June 22, July 6, July 13
Ages: Grades 6-8, Grades 9-12
Hours: 9 a.m. to noon or 1-4 p.m.
Pricing: $150 per 1/2 day, one week camp. Some camps have an additional supply fee.
Features: Financial Assistance or Scholarships Available, LGBTQ Inclusive
Children ages 2.5 (fully potty-trained) through 7 enjoy themed weeks designed to spark curiosity, build social and academic skills, and have fun in a safe, caring environment.
Led by KCDS teachers and counselors, camps include daily outdoor water play, weather permitting.
Camp Type: Day Camp
Category: Adventure & Outdoor Skills, Sports Camp, STEM or STEAM
Ages: Kindergarten, Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, Preschool
Features: Religious, LGBTQ Inclusive, Special Needs
All SWMI Summer Camps
This directory includes all camps in the Southwest Michigan area.
Is yours missing? Contact our editor to get added.
Summer Camps Directory
| Academy of Dance Arts | 536 Romence Rd Ste 109, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Action Wake Park (Camp Action) | 3320 Hudson Trail Dr, Hudsonville, MI 49426 |
| Adventure Point | 14258 Michigan St PO Box 129, Eagle, MI 48822 |
| Air Zoo Summer Break Day Camps | 6151 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Art Bayou | 8606 Portage Rd, Portage, MI 49002 |
| ATYP Summer Programs - Academically Talented Youth Program at WMU | 1903 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| AYF Miniwanca | 8845 W Garfield Rd, Shelby, MI 49455 |
| AYSO Region 211 (Kalamazoo, Oshtemo, Parchment) | 901 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
| AYSO Region 933 (Mattawan) | 57630 Farthing Dr, Mattawan, MI 49071 |
| Bair Lake Bible Camps | 12500 Prang St, Jones, MI 49061 |
| Beechpoint Christian Camp | 3212 125th Ave, Allegan, MI 49010 |
| Berean Baptist Church (Action Day Camp) | 7813 S 12th St, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Binder Park Zoo | 7400 Division Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014 |
| Branch Gymnastics | 6712 Financial Pkwy, Kalamazoo, MI 49009, 393 Helmer Rd N, Battle Creek, MI 49037 |
| Bricks & Minifigs Kalamazoo | 1926 Whites Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49008, Oakwood Plaza, Lower Level |
| BSD Dance Studio | 6772 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Camp Cedar Lodge | 4700 52nd St, Lawrence, MI 49064 |
| Camp Kidwell | 39000 1st Ave, Bloomingdale, MI 49026 |
| Camp Michawana | 6475 Wilkins Rd, Hastings, MI |
| Camp Tavor | Three Rivers, MI 49093 |
| Camp Wakeshma | 59149 Camp Wakeshma Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 |
| Climb Kalamazoo | 136 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Courthouse Athletic Center Inc | 8895 Byron Commerce Dr SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 |
| CranHill Summer Youth Camps | 14444 17 Mile Rd, Rodney, MI 49342 |
| Crawlspace Theatre Productions | 315 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Crescendo Academy of Music Summer Programs | 359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste 12, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Dan Bulley Soccer School | Portage, MI 49081 |
| Eleven Eleven Yoga | 816 E Michigan Ave, Paw Paw, MI 49079 |
| Flowerfield Farmstead | 50330 Mill St, Three Rivers, MI 49093 |
| Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Summer Camps | 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525 |
| Friends of Jesus Preschool Summer Camp | 2122 Bronson Blvd, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| Gilmore Piano Camp | 6225 N 39th St, Augusta, MI |
| Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan | 12584 Burchette Rd, Plainwell, MI 49080 |
| Glass Art Kalamazoo | 326 W Kalamazoo Ave #100, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Grace Adventures | 2100 N Ridge Rd, Mears, MI 49436 |
| Indian Lake Nazarene Camp | 8258 Victory St, Vicksburg, MI 49097 |
| Interlochen Arts Camp | 4000 J Maddy PKWY |
| Kalamazoo Civic Theatre - Academy of Theatre Arts Summer Day Camp | 329 Park St |
| Kalamazoo College All-Sports Camp | 1600 W Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| Kalamazoo Country Day School Summer Camp | 4221 E Milham Ave, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Kalamazoo Creative Art Camp | 2350 Ring Rd N, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Summer Camp | 314 S Park, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center | 7000 N Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
| Kazoo School Summer Session | 1401 Cherry St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| Kellogg Community College - KCC Bruin Youth Programming | 450 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017 |
| Kids Gym | 9027 Portage Industrial Dr, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Kingdom Sports Summer Camp | 8151 Merchant Place, Portage, MI 49002 |
| Kzoo Parks Camps | Kalamazoo, MI |
| Michigan Maritime Museum | 260 Dyckman Ave, South Haven, MI 49090 |
| Midwest United FC | 3351 36th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512 |
| Milestones Early Learning | 8101 Moorsbridge Rd, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Miracle Camp | 25281 80th Ave, Lawton, MI 49065, USA |
| MSU College of Agriculture & Natural Resources Academics | Agriculture Hall, 446 W Circle Dr, East Lansing, MI 48824 |
| Next Level Sports Center | 12733 US Hwy 131, Schoolcraft, MI 49087 |
| Public Media Network | 359 S Kalamazoo Mall Ste 300, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Read Write Explore LLC | Portage, MI |
| Ripple Effects Community Inclusion Center | 2255 W Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49024 |
| Rootead | 505 E Kalamazoo Ave Ste 3, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Sherman Lake YMCA Camp | 6225 N 39th St, Augusta, MI 49012 |
| Small World Learning Center | 3616 Lake St, Kalamazoo, MI 49048 |
| Summer Programs at Ballet Kalamazoo | 316 S Kalamazoo Mall, Suite #108, Kalamazoo, MI |
| The Little Gym | 408 W Centre Ave, Portage, MI, USA 49002 |
| The Montessori School Summer Camps | 750 Howard St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| TKO Premier SC Soccer Camps | 901 S Drake Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 |
| True Vine Equestrian Center | 72861 28th St, Lawton, MI 49065 |
| Van Buren Youth Camp | 12370 45th St, Bloomingdale, MI 49026 |
| Vicksburg Cultural Arts Center | 101 S Main St, Vicksburg, MI 49097 |
| Wellspring Dance Academy Summer Camp Program | 359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 |
| Western Michigan University - Science & Engineering Camps | Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo MI 49008 |
| Western Michigan University -Dollars and Sense Finance Camp | 1903 W Michigan Ave MS 5420, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
| YMCA Camp Algonquin | 2055 Iroquois Trail, Hastings, MI 49058 |
| YMCA Camp Eberhart | 10481 Camp Eberhart Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093 |
| YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo | 1001 W Maple St, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 |
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