Is your child creative and loves anything art related? Then, check out these summer camps in metro Detroit where they can learn new mediums and techniques.
These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure to register ahead of time. Prices and locations for the camps are subject to change.
Looking for more summer camps? Check out our ultimate guide to find the best summer camps for Metro Detroit kids.
Featured art camps in metro Detroit
In this section, Metro Parent’s advertising partners share their top camp offerings.
Kidcreate Studio – Wixom
- Address: 50160 Pontiac Trl., Unit #3, Wixom, Mich., 48393
- Phone: 248-600-5818
- Ages served: 4
- Type: Day Camp, STEAM Camp, Arts Camp
- Cost: Cost varies, see website for details
Kidcreate Studio is where creativity comes to life! We offer fun, hands-on art and STEM classes, camps and workshops designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity and build confidence in kids of all ages. Our programs give children the chance to explore painting, drawing, clay, crafting and science experiments in a welcoming environment where creativity is always encouraged and getting a little messy is part of the fun.
Our Summer Camps are packed with exciting, themed projects that keep kids engaged, inspired and creating all week long. From colorful art adventures to hands-on science activities, every camp offers something new to discover. Kids can also level up their creativity in our Extreme Art Studio, where bigger, bolder and messier projects come to life, or explore unique crafts and DIY creations in our Craft Academy. With so many creative options, there’s truly something for every young artist, builder and maker. Kidcreate Studio is the perfect place for kids to create, explore and make unforgettable summer memories.
College for Creative Studies Youth and Teen Summer Camps
June 15-July 31, 2026
- Address: 201 E. Kirby St., Detroit
- Phone: 313-664-7456
- Ages served: 8-18
- Cost: $375 per week. Some teen courses have additional material, model or transportation fees.
- Type: Arts camp
Ignite your child’s imagination this summer at the College for Creative Studies. Our camps provide a vibrant environment where the primary emphasis is on having fun while exploring the limitless boundaries of creativity. Each week, campers choose from four specialized tracks, featuring exciting subjects such as Animation, Fashion Design, Game Design, Glass Blowing, Painting, Photography and Video Production. Designed to fit your family’s schedule, our Monday through Friday programs are tailored by age group. Ages 8-13 meet from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., while ages 14-18 meet from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Whether picking up a paintbrush for the first time or building a digital world, students will learn from expert instructors and connect with fellow young artists. Before and after enrichment is free to parents and guardians who work in Detroit.
More camps in metro Detroit
This section includes additional camp options for families to explore. These listings are added separately from our paid listings.
Ann Arbor Art Center
June 15-Aug. 21, 2026
- Address: 117 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $445 – $465
- Best for ages: 5-17
Ignite creativity at Ann Arbor Center! Kids 5-12 explore art through paint, graphite and sculpture, ages 9-12 dive into pottery at Clay Camps while ages 13-17 dive into exciting projects and creative expressions.
Art Explorers! Summer Camp at Riverside Arts Center
June 22-Aug. 7, 2026
- Address: 76 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti
- Cost: $300 per week for non-Ypsilanti residents; $285 per week for Ypsilanti residents
- Best for ages: 6-13
Art Explorers! Summer Camp offers young artists the opportunity to engage in various artistic mediums and themes, fostering imagination and creativity.
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
Two-week sessions from June 24-Aug. 16, 2026
- Address: 300 E. Crystal Lake Road, Twin Lake, Mich.
- Phone: 800-221-3796
- Cost: $1,875 – $1975 (varies depending on major; significant scholarships available for motivated students; discounts for siblings, Session 4, and those enrolling in more than one session)
- Best for ages: 11-18
Celebrating 60 years, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp offers immersive two-week summer programs for Grades 5-12 in music, art, theater, dance and writing.
Camp Mirage Brighton
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026
- Address: 4440 Brighton Road, Howell
- Phone: 810-279-0189
- Cost: $185 or less per week for each day cap
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Brighton treats every camper like family. Their excellent counselors teach and guide campers and help build self-confidence, social skills, and independence. Campers leave feeling like Camp Mirage is their camp, their family, and their home away from home.
Camp Mirage Canton
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026
- Address: 1240 Beck Road, Canton
- Phone: 734-210-1360
- Cost: $185/week Junior Day Camp, $175/week Summer Day Camp, flexible before/after care options
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Canton offers the excitement and camaraderie of overnight camp in a day camp setting! With a variety of activities from sports to science, arts to adventure, the camp creates an unforgettable summer for every child.
Camp Mirage Farmington Hills
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026 (camps may vary)
- Address: 35415 West 14 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $185-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Farmington Hills brings the ultimate summer experience to kids who love to explore, create and stay active. Whether your child is interested in high-energy sports, artistic expression, or out-of-the-box activities, we have a camp to match their passion!
Camp Mirage Plymouth (5 Mile)
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026 (camps may vary)
- Address: 14501 North Haggerty Road, Plymouth
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $185-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Plymouth (5 Mile) takes summer fun seriously! Their action-packed lineup of 40+ themed camps ensures that every child finds an activity that sparks their curiosity and excitement.
Camp Mirage Plymouth (N. Territorial)
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026 (camps may vary)
- Address: 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $185-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Plymouth (N. Territorial) is where adventure meets creativity! Each week, campers can dive into a variety of unique themes that challenge their minds and bodies.
Camp Mirage Troy
June 15-Aug. 17, 2026
- Address: 6363 Livernois Road, Troy
- Phone: 810-279-0150
- Cost: Below $199 per week (Monday-Friday), Before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
If you’re looking for an exciting one-week adventure for your child or reliable full summer childcare, you’ve found the perfect place! Camp Mirage Troy offers the fun and camaraderie of overnight camp in a day camp setting.
D&M Art Studio
June 15-Aug. 28, 2026
- Address: 755 Cherry Hill, Suite 3, Canton
- Cost: $210-$225 for 5-day camp
- Best for ages: 5-16
Campers are split into two age groups: 5-10 years old and 11-16 years old. Younger students have fun themes each week, while older kids focus more heavily on different techniques and mediums.
Detroit Catholic Central Summer Camps
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 27225 Wixom Road, Novi
- Phone: 248-596-3880
- Cost: Cost varies, but typically around $140 per camp
- Best for ages: 9-14
There is something for everyone at Detroit Catholic Central! Their summer camps are bigger than ever this year, with a ton of different athletic and STEM offerings to keep kids busy.
Meadow Brook Art Camp
June 15-July. 31, 2026
- Address: 350 Estate Drive, Rochester
- Cost: $450
- Best for ages: 6-9
Let your child’s creativity soar at Meadow Brook Art Camp! Kids explore stained glass, sculpture and more, with hands-on projects, outdoor fun and a final gallery walk.
Northville Art House
August 4-Aug. 15 2026
- Address: 215 W. Cady St., Northville
- Cost: Contact for pricing
- Best for ages: 6-15
Dive into creativity at Northville Art House’s Summer Art Camps! Youth and teens can explore new mediums, grow artistically and enrich their portfolios in weekly sessions through August.
Summer Academic Programs at LTU
July 13-17, July 20-24, July 27-31, 2026
- Address: 21000 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Phone: 800-225-5588
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 14-23
Help shape the future of STEM with the Marburger STEM Center’s immersive high school summer programs! Connect with a dedicated community of innovators in engineering, technology, design, and science, all united by a passion for discovery and innovation.
Summer at Sacred Heart
June 8-Aug. 14, 2026
- Address: 1250 Kensington Road, Bloomfield Hills
- Phone: 248-646-8900
- Cost: Weekly camp fees are $300 morning session, $180 afternoon session, $55 morning extended care and $85 afternoon extended care
- Best for ages: 5-13
This summer at Sacred Heart, enjoy an exciting lineup of camps that promise fun, creativity and adventure for every child! From hands-on art and drama camps to engaging STEM experiences, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
WCC Future U Summer Camps
2026 Dates TBA
- Address: 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $170-650 with scholarships available
- Best for ages: 7-17
Future U camps provide innovative, hands-on learning opportunities motivated by fun activities. Whether your child is a Future Maker, Future Engineer, Future Professional, Future Technologist, or Future Explorer they’ll have fun exploring in these summer camps delivered live in-person this summer. Find your perfect camp experience with flexible full-day or half-day options.
Willoway Day Camp
June 15-Aug. 7, 2026
- Address: 4654 Old Plank Road, Milford (Transportation included)
- Phone: 248-932-2123
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 5-14
For generations, Willoway Day Camp has been a summer adventure destination. From the moment campers board the Willoway bus (transportation included), the fun begins. Willoway’s caring staff and top-notch facilities provide endless excitement.
YMCA Camp Nissokone
June 15-Aug. 14, 2026
- Address: 6836 F41, Oscoda
- Phone: 248-887-4533
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 5-17
YMCA Camp Nissokone is a one-of-a-kind adventure where the AuSable River meets Lake Huron. Nestled in 170 acres of scenic forest, it’s a place for discovery, growth and lifelong memories. Campers enjoy exciting activities, build confidence and develop independence in a safe, supportive environment.
This article was recently updated on Jan. 22, 2026 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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