Looking for ways to keep your kids entertained and engaged this summer in Washtenaw County? Summer camps are the perfect solution, offering a balance of fun, creativity and educational learning that beats summer boredom.
From arts and sports to science and outdoor adventures, Washtenaw County is packed with incredible camp options that won’t require long drives.
Looking for more summer camps? Check out our ultimate guide to find the best summer camps for Metro Detroit kids.
Summer camps for kids in Washtenaw County
Ann Arbor Art Center
2025 details TBA
- Address: 117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $455
- Best for ages: 5-12
Ann Arbor Center Creativity and Clay Camps inspire kids 5-12 with art, pottery and innovative projects.
Camp AGQ through the Ann Arbor Y
June 15-Aug. 13, 2025
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $700+/Y members for one week session; $875+/non-members for one week session
- Best for ages: 8-15
Camp AGQ offers a unique sleepaway experience on Burt Lake, with add-on activities like sailing, horseback riding and water-skiing.
Camp Greenhills through the Ann Arbor Y
2025 details TBA
- Address: 850 Greenhills Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: Check website for pricing
- Best for ages: 5-11
Theme-related activities as well as sports, arts and crafts, science experiments, team-building, silent reading time, nutrition lessons, enrichment activities and more.
Camp New Heights through the Ann Arbor Y
2025 details TBA
- Address: 111 South Wallace Boulevard, Ypsilanti
- Cost: Check website for pricing
- Best for ages: 5-11
Campers will swim once a week at Rutherford Pool at this camp with theme-related activities as well as traditional summer camp fun like sports, arts and crafts and science experiments.
Kidsport Inclusive Summer Camps
June 16-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 555 W. Cross St., Ypsilanti
- Cost: $160-$390
- Best for ages: 4-11
Kidsport offers families two daily session options. Kids ages 4-11 years old can attend morning sessions from 8 a.m.-noon while kids ages 4-6 can attend afternoon sessions from 1-4 p.m.
Leslie Science & Nature Center Summer Camps
June-August 2025
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $375
- Best for ages: 4-10
The Leslie Science and Nature Center along with the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum offer a wide range of educational and affordable summer camps for kids as young as 4 years old.
Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp
June 16-Aug. 8, 2025
- Address: 2500 Pierce Road, Chelsea
- Cost: $325-$750
- Best for ages: 6-16
Since 1946, the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp engages kids with nature, teaching outdoor skills and fostering a love for conservation through archery, kayaking, hiking and more in both day and residential programs.
Summer Camp at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June-August 2025
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $375
- Best for ages: Kindergarten to eighth grade
Campers can get their hands dirty at the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum while they learn the science behind light, sound and weather.
Young People’s Theater
2025 details TBA
- Address: 331 Metty Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: See website for details
- Best for ages: 5-18
Perfect for young performers ready to shine on stage, Young People’s Theater campers create musical theater magic through exciting shows like “Once Upon a Time,” “AristoCats,” and “Legally Blonde.”
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
June 12-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 1105 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $170-$450
- Best for ages: 4-13
Dive into Camp Explorations for a science-packed summer adventure! Kids in grades Pre-K to 8 can explore archaeology to zoology through hands-on experiments and activities. Special sessions for little explorers and middle school STEM enthusiasts.
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This article was recently updated on Jan.16, 2025 by Metro Parent’s writer, Sarah Knieff. The updates reflect the latest information. Questions? Please reach out to editor@metroparent.com.
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