Day Camps
Advent Episcopal School
2019 Sixth Ave. N.
Birmingham, AL 35203-2701
205-252-2535
Info@AdventEpiscopalSchool.org
adventepiscopalschool.org/summer
Dates: June- July
Panther Camp
Ages: K- 3rd Grade
Summer Solstice
Ages: 4th-8th Grade
Our summer programs offer students a wide variety of activities and classes during the day, such as art, basketball, swimming, chess, Chinese & more. Celebrate summer with Advent!
Alabama Ballet
2726 First Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35233
205-322-4300
Junior Camp
June 25-July 6
Ages: 8-12
$285 -1 week
Or $475-2 weeks
Tutus & Tiaras
July 16-July 20
July 23-July 27
Ages: 4-7
$250 weekly
Offering 2 camp options where dancers will take age-appropriate dance classes – ballet, theatre dance, modern, tap & jazz. Younger classes will create ballet-oriented crafts. Family performances held on the last day.
Alabama School of Fine Arts
Summer Program
1800 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-252-9241
Dates: June 4-22
Ages 7 – 15
“S.T.E.A.M. through Summer” with ASFA programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Camps for creative writing, dance, music, theatre arts, visual art, math-science and computer science/game design. Specific descriptions, fees, dates, times at www.asfaschool.org
Aldridge Gardens Summer Camps
3530 Lorna Rd.
Hoover, AL 35216
205-682-8019
Dates: June 4-June 29
Ages: 5K- 5th grade
June will be a full month long of excitement, entertainment and, of course, education at Aldridge Gardens. We have plenty of camps to choose from for boys and girls. All teachers have Alabama Certification in Education.
Birmingham Dance Theatre
1694 Montgomery Hwy.
Suite 200
Hoover, AL 35216
205- 822-3012
Dates: June & July
Ages: 2-18
Offering beginner-advanced dance classes in hip-hop, jazz, ballet, cheer/dance team prep, tumbling, plus special Toddler Camps and preschool ballet & tap classes.
Birmingham Museum of Art
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-254-2565
Dates: June and July
The only summer experience that gives your camper immediate access to our collection of original artworks from around the world! Give your child a summer of endless inspiration!
Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35223
205-397-3877
www.birminghamzoo.com/education
Spring Dates: March 26 – 30
Summer Dates: weekly, day
June 4 – Aug. 3
Ages: Entering 4K -12th grade
Experience up-close animal encounters, hands-on science activities and nature play. The best place for summer learning and fun is a Birmingham Zoo Camp!
BOOST Kids – Occupational Therapy & Yoga Explore & Inspire Summer Camp!
1623 2nd Ave. N.
Suite F
Birmingham, AL 35223
205-767-9207
Dates: July 9-13 (ages 3-6) and July 16-20 (ages 7-12)
Organized and run by an occupational therapist, this camp addresses social skills, coordination, and self-regulation with different fun themes daily! Kiddos explore to be inspired: Music Monday, Science Tuesday, Sports Wednesday, Cooking Thursday, Yoga Friday.
Camp Couture
2024 Morris Ave.
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-250-5232
Dates: June 4- July 27
Ages: 5-16
Camp Couture is a fashion-focused summer day camp. Designed and created by fashion designer, Project Runway alum, and TLC TV host, Heidi Elnora. Camp Couture gives young people the knowledge to explore their design dreams.
Camp Fliptastic At Head Over Heels Gymnastics
500 Caldwell Mill Trace
Birmingham, AL 35242
205-981-2720
*Mity Mites
Ages 3-6
June 5-7 & July 10-12
*Camp Fliptastic
Ages 5-12
June 11-15 & July 16-20
*Circus Camp
Ages 6-14
June 18-22
*Ninja camp
Ages 6-12
June 25-29
*Science of Motion Gymnastics Camp
Ages 8-14
July 23-27
*Combo- Circus/Gymnastics/Ninja Camp
Ages 6-12
July 30-Aug 1
Daily themes, fantastic staff, creative crafts, circus arts and plenty of gymnastics make our summer camp all day fun!!
Camp Indian Springs
190 Woodward Dr.
Indian Springs Village, AL 35124
205-982-9720
campindiansprings119@gmail.com
Dates: May 29-July 27
Ages: 5-13
Campers are active and engaged in outdoor and indoor play as well as off-campus activities designed to entertain, develop and promote growth in each camper.
Camp VST at Virginia Samford Theatre
1116 26th Street S.
Birmingham, AL 35205
205-251-1228
stars@virginiasamfordtheatre.org
www.virginiasamfordtheatre.org/vststars/camp-vst
SESSION 1:
June 4 – 8 ($295)
SESSION 2:
June 11-15 ($295)
SESSION 3:
June 18-22 ($295)
Monday-Friday, 9 AM – 4 PM
Ages: 7-17
This summer theatre intensive is designed to give children the opportunity to explore all aspects of working in live theatre with classes offered in acting, singing, dancing, hip-hop, improv, stage-combat and more!
The Dance Foundation
1715 27th Court S.
Homewood, AL 35209
205-870-0073
Our non-competitive dance education nurtures creativity, engages the imagination, and promotes social and developmental skills in a safe and enriching environment for self-expression and collaboration.
Discovery Hall Programs Day Camps
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36608
Oceans Alive! (ages 5-8) June 8, July 13, or July 30
BIO Blitz (ages 8-10) June 15, July 12, or July 31
Survivor: Dauphin Island (ages 10-13) June 14, July 13, or August 1
Reel in a hands-on adventure with Discovery Hall Programs summer day camps.
Fresh Air Family’s Gross Out Camp
P.O. Box 321038
Birmingham, AL 35232
205-540-6642
Dates: Summer 2018
Ages: 1st– 4th grades
Gross Out Camp is an award-winning science camp focusing on hands-on field biology with creek walks, animal shows, icky chemistry, and stinky experiments. Multiple locations for your convenience. Nothing is more fun than learning!
Hands-On at the Hillsboro School – Camps
73 Elvira Rd.
Helena Al. 35080
205-864-7330
admissions@thehillsboroschool.org
Hands-on fun–what every child wants! Children experience joy and wonder as they explore nature, science, and art on our 30-acre campus.Weekly June camps for ages 3-11. What your hands do, your mind remembers.
Highlands School Summer Camp
4901 Old Leeds Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35213
205-956-9731
June 4th –July 27 (except July 4th week)
Ages: 4K-8th
Arts, sports, science and more for elementary-8th grade. Campers continue to learn while having a great time! Traditional day camps. Morning and afternoon extended care. Check out our Counselor-in-Training program
Hoover Met Complex Summer Sports Camp
100 Ben Chapman Dr.
Hoover, AL 35244
205-739-7364
Campers will play a variety of traditional sports including basketball, flag football, soccer & volleyball. These will help build the foundation for physical skills, teamwork and most importantly…fun!
Joseph Bruno Montessori Academy Summer Camp
5509 Timber Hill Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35242
Dates: Starting June 4
Ages: Preschool and elementary students
Offers interactive and creative summer camps designed to engage children in meaningful and fun summer activities. Relax and EXPERIENCE summer on our peaceful wooded campus.
Kidcam Summer Day Camp at Oak Mtn. State Park
Pelham, AL 35124
877-4KIDCAM
http://kidcamcamp.com/camp-locations/kidcam-oak-mountain-state-park/
Dates: May 29 – August 3
Ages: 5-13
Swimming, Arts, Sports, Hiking, Golfing, Boating, Archery, Geocaching, Nature, Outdoor Playgrounds & countless activities. Making Summers Rock for over 44 years!
McWane Science Center
200 19th St. N.
Birmingham, AL 35203
205-714-8414
Dates: June 4- Aug. 3
(except July 2-6)
Half Day: PreK & Kindergarten
Full Day: 1st – 7th Grade
Fun and learning never end during the summer at McWane Science Center, a nonprofit, hands-on museum with aquarium and IMAX® Dome Theater. Four floors of interactive exhibits celebrate science and wonder.
Odyssey Early Schools
*Inverness Campus
104 Heatherbrooke Park Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35242
205-991-0039
*Trace Crossings Campus
401 Emery Dr.
Hoover, AL 35244
205-988-8829
Created by educators featuring state-of-the-art facilities , nurturing teachers with Education degrees, and comprehensive curriculum that provides your child with age appropriate exploration into the world of learning.
Pioneer Playschool
2262 Chapel Rd.
Hoover, AL 35226
205-823-2431
There is no place like Pioneer for summer fun! Our summer-care program is packed with all kinds of activities including optional daily field trips and special events on site. Call today to reserve your spot.
Red Mountain Theatre Company’s Summer Theatre Camps
3028 Seventh Ave. S.
Birmingham, AL 35233
205-324-2424
education@redmountaintheatre.org
www.redmountaintheatre.org/education/
Dates: June and July
Ages: 4-18
RMTC has many fun camps including favorites Broadway Bootcamp and All Aboard the Hogwarts Express. Camps take place in June & July. Visit www.redmountaintheatre.org/education for more details!
Space One Eleven
2409 Second Ave. N
Birmingham, AL 35203-3809
205-328-0553
Jannaphillips@spaceoneeleven.org
Camp Dates:
June 4-8 (grades 6-12)
June 11-15 (grades 6-12)
June 18-22 (grades 2-5)
June 25-29 (grades 2-5)
July 9-13 (grades 6-12)
July 16-20 (grades 6-12)
July 23-27 (grades 2-5)
SOE offers weeklong art camps in a variety of mediums from drawing and painting to motion graphics. Taught by professional artists, SOE’s camps will spark the imaginations of young artists in grades 2 through 12.
St. Francis Music Academy
3545 Cahaba Valley Rd.
Indian Springs, AL 35124
205-988-4371
Dates: June & July
Ages: All ages
St. Francis Music Academy offers the highest quality music instruction and performance opportunities to students of all ages by providing creative and inspiring musical activities and educational programs in a safe Christian environment.
Summer@Springs
190 Woodward Dr.
Indian Springs, AL 35124
205-332-0579
Dates: May 30–July 27
Ages: Rising 4th graders through high school
Offering a wide range of academic enrichment courses—ACT Prep, Wetlands Ecology, Leadership Development, Summer Social Entrepreneurship Institute and more. Taught by accomplished educators, courses are designed to be fun, adventurous, and enriching.
The Academy of the Arts at Samford University
1939 South Lakeshore Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35229
205-726-2739
theacademyofthearts@samford.edu
*Art Studio for Teens
Grades 6-8
June 4-8
*Bulldog Art Camp
Grades 1-5
June 25-29
*Adventures in Music
Grades 1-12
Session I: Piano
June 11-15
Session II: Piano & Voice
July 9-13
*Music and Art for Minis
Ages 4-6
July 16-20
*Writing Camp for Teens & Tweens
Ages 11–15
Session I: June 18-22
Session II: July 23-27
Samford University Academy of the Arts offers camps for art, music, and writing. Register NOW! For more information on each camp, visit our website at samford.edu/go/aota
Tiger Rock Martial Arts
5426 US-280
Birmingham Al. 35242
205-981-7777
Tiger Rock Martial Arts – teaching life skills and personal development. Try our $38 Intro Course: 3 trial lessons and a training uniform.
UAB Rec Center Summer Camp
1501 University Blvd.
Birmingham, AL 35294
www.uab.edu/students/campusrecreation/programs/youth-programming/summer-camps
Dates: May 29-August 10
Ages: 5-12
Our same great summer camp program with a variety of new weekly themes and activities! Age-appropriate programming groups and all campers will experience games, rock wall, swimming, craft activities, on-campus field trips and much more!
YMCA Birmingham – PRESENTING SPONSOR
Day Camps
Alabaster
663.7240
Camp Cosby
1.800.85COSBY
Greystone
981.0144
Hargis Retreat
678.6512
Hoover
682.1399
Mountain Brook
870.0144
Northeast
833.7616
Pelham
664.9622
Shades Valley
870.9622
Trussville
655.2224
Vestavia
823.0144
Youth Center
324.1643
There’s no place like Y Day Camp. A home away-from home where children laugh, learn, explore and grow. Over 1900 kids in the Birmingham area attend our camps – to belong, achieve and build relationships.
Overnight Camps
Barrier Island Explorer
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36608
Ages: Rising 5th-6th graders
Dates: June 3-6, June 10-13, or July 8-11
In this three-night camp campers will experience many of the wonders of the Gulf Coast region, in a fun and unique sleep-away setting. Stay in the dorms, eat in the cafeteria, make great friends and enjoy evening fun with your counselors.
Baylor Summers
171 Baylor School Rd.
Chattanooga, TN 37405
June & July
Residential ages: 7-15
Our different camps specialize in: FUN/Sports (general), Boarding School Sampler, Outdoors, Sports (specific), Business & Reading/Writing.
Camp Juliette Low
321 Camp Juliette Low Rd.
Cloudland, GA 30731
770-428-1062
Dates: 1& 2 wk. sessions
June 3-July 28
Ages: girls 7-17
Platform tents, outdoor adventure, traditional camping, fun and friendship since 1922! An independent, residential camp for girls that fosters self-confidence, independence, teamwork, & leadership on Lookout Mountain, just 2 hours north of Birmingham.
Camp Maranatha
1091 Jeffery Rd
Scottsboro, AL 35769
256-574-4539
Maranatha exists to connect people to God through his creation so that they may be transformed for God’s purpose in their lives.
Camp Marymount
1318 Fairview Blvd.
Fairview, TN 37062
615-799-0410
Camp Marymount provides a unique experience based in nature, simplicity, and community while allowing a child to play outdoors and develop relationships the way God intended when he created “friends.”
Camp of the Rising Sun
444 Lake Rd.
French Camp, MS 39745
662-547-6169
Dates: June 10 – July 21
Ages: 6-17
Campers ages 6-17 come to have fun, unplug, engage creation hands-on, make new friends and experience the life-changing love of Jesus Christ.
Gulf Island Journey
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36608
Ages: Rising 7th-9th grades
Dates: June 3-8, June 24-29, July 1-6, or July 22-27
This week-long residential camp is geared toward rising 7th through 9th graders. Campers will learn about the ocean, the Gulf of Mexico, and Mobile Bay from experienced marine science educators, while immersing themselves in a variety of hands-on and in-the-field activities.
Helen Keller School of Alabama
Summer Assessment Camp
1101 Fort Lashley Ave.
Talladega, AL 35160
256-761-3251
Dates: June 10-June 15
Ages: 3-19
This no-cost, six-day, life-skills camp is designed for students who are sensory impaired, multi-disabled, functioning significantly below grade level, and interested in potential enrollment at HKS. Limited spaces available.
Lyman Ward Military Academy
Adventure Camp &
Military Leadership Camp
174 Ward Circle
Camp Hill, AL 36850
800-789-9151
Do you possess the necessary skills too survive a Zombie Apocalypse? Check out our schedule of exciting camps at www.lwma.org – under Summer Programs!
Marine DeTECHtives
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36608
Ages: Rising 6th-8th grade
Dates: June 20-22
Calling all technology sleuths! If you are interested in robotics and engineering then this camp is for you! In this 3-day, 2-night camp students will bring out their inner deTECHtive to discover ‘what is technology?’
Marine Science High School Course
101 Bienville Blvd.
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36608
Ages: Current 9th-12th grade
Dates: June 10 – July 6
The Marine Science Course is an intense 4-week academic class which introduces high school students to the marine environment. The course gives students a better understanding and appreciation of the various fields in marine science.
Ponderosa Bible Camp
1018 Co. Rd. 734
Mentone, AL 35984
256-634-4397
256-634-3087 (fax)
June 10-15 (ages 7-12)
June 17-22 (ages 7-12)
June 24-29 (ages 11-13)
July 1-6 (Teens 13-19)
Ponderosa offers affordable, week-long overnight summer camps. Sessions are available by age groups, starting at age 7. Ponderosa’s purpose is to help boys and girls know the Lord Jesus Christ as their own personal Savior.
Riverview Camp for Girls
P.O. Box 299
Mentone, AL 35984
256-634-4043
Dates: May 27- July 27
Ages: Girls 6-16
Riverview is located 1½ hours north of Birmingham on top of breathtaking Lookout Mountain. With over 20 activities choices and recreational opportunities, campers and parents will be pleased with the quality of our program.
Valley View Ranch Equestrian Camp
606 Valley View Ranch Rd.
Cloudland, GA 30731
706-862-2231
Dates: June 3- August 3
Ages: Girls 8-17
Horse lovers’ paradise since 1954! A’top Lookout Mountain, for 50 girls; English, Western, Barrels, Vaulting, and Trails. Spend 4-6 hours daily with your OWN camp horse.
WinShape Overnight Camp in North Georgia Mountains
WinShape Camp for Boys
Truett-McConnell College
100 Alumni Drive
Cleveland, GA 30528
WinShape Camp for Girls
Young Harris College
1 College St.
Young Harris, GA 30582
1-844-WS-CAMPS
Sessions: 8
Dates: June 4- July 28
Boys: completed 1st– 6th grade
Girls: completed 1st– 8th grade
Created by the Founder of Chick-fil-A, WinShape Camps are 1-week overnight camps that provide campers to grow physically, mentally, and spiritually through activities such as outdoor adventure, performing & visual arts, science, sports, and worship.
YMCA Camp Cosby
2290 Paul Bear Bryant Rd.
Alpine, AL 35014
252-268-2007
Dates: June 3- July 28th
Ages: 6-15
Camp Cosby offers a traditional overnight summer camp. Campers stay in air-conditioned cabins with highly-trained camp counselors. Activities include archery, canoeing, horseback riding, water-skiing, arts, and crafts.
Day and Overnight Camps
Adventures in Math and Science
Alabama School of Math and Science
1255 Dauphin St.
Mobile, AL 36604
251-441-2152
Dates: June 4-8, June 11-15, & June 18-22
Ages: Students entering the 6-10 grades
Learn while you have fun! Kayak Mobile Bay. Build a smart phone app. Prepare for the ACT. Program a robot. Launch a rocket…and much more! Applications, more information and course descriptions are online at WWW.ASMS.NET
Auburn Soccer Camp
Auburn University, AL
334-844-9637
Goalkeeper & Striker Camp, co-ed, 11-18 -June 8-9
June Residental Camp, girls 9-18, June 1-13
July Day Camp, co-ed, 5-12, July 9-12
July Elite Camp, girls 13-18, July 13-15
July Residential camp, co-ed, ages 9-15, July 15-18
All camps held on Auburn University campus and directed by Karen Hoppa, Ben Madsen & James Armstrong.
Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama
105 Heatherbrooke Park Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35242
800-734-4541
customercare@girlscoutsnca.org
RESIDENT CAMPS
Camp Coleman, Trussville
June 18-22
June 25-29
Kanwahala Program Center, Chelsea
July 22-27
Camp Trico, Lake Guntersville
July 8-13
July 15-20
DAY CAMP
Camp Coleman, Trussville
June 4-8
June 11-15
June 18-22
June 25-29
Offering day camp for boys & girls ages 5-12 and overnight camp for girls ages 5-16. Camp Coleman, Camp Trico, and Kanwahala Program Center provide the perfect combination of progressive instructional activities and freestyle schedule.
Camp Fletcher
5150 Fletcher Rd.
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-428-1059
Dates: May 29– August 3
(Closed the week of July 4)
Ages: 1st-12th grade
Resident, day & leadership camps include quality programs with activities for all ages, genders & interests. Carefully chosen staff -affordable sessions-ACA accredited. Located in McCalla, AL.
Camp Straight Street At Shades Mountain Community Church
2281 Old Tyler Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35226
205- 978-6000
administrator@campstraightstreet.com
Dates: June 4- August 3
Ages: K3-K5 & 1st-8th Grade
Nine weeks of award winning Day Camp on beautiful wooded campus in Bluff Park. 9:00 am-4:00 pm daily with early & late options. One week of Overnight Camp at the YMCA Hargis Retreat (grades 3rd-8th).
YMCA Camp Chandler
1240 Jordan Dam Rd.
Wetumpka, AL 36092
334-300-4243
334-699-7516
Camp Chandler is an overnight and day camp that serves ages 5-15. Our camp’s highly dedicated and caring staff ensures that campers have a fun and safe experience through building character and making a difference.
Things for Camp & Camping
Applause Dancewear
1629 Oxmoor Rd.
Birmingham, AL 35209
205-871-STEP
Largest selection of dancewear in the Southeast. Clothing, shoes and accessories for all types of dance to fit toddler to plus size, teams and individuals.
Camping World – Retail/Camper Sales – CAMP EXPO SPONSOR
730 George Roy Pkwy.
Calera, AL 35040
888-710-6513
Come visit our 10 acre dealership with over 350 units to choose from and see why we are the #1 Motorized RV and #1 Travel Trailer dealership in Alabama.
The Lice Place Birmingham
1201 Lake Dr. SE #101
Bessemer, AL 35022
205-424-5165
Our Lice Removal Services will provide your family with the safest and most affordable lice treatment solutions that come with a 30-day guarantee and 90 days of free head checks. Call today to learn more.
Mountain High Outfitters – CAMP EXPO SPONSOR
Hwy 280, next to Whole Foods
2800 Cahaba Village Plaza #250
Birmingham Al. 25243
205-985-3215
An active, outdoor and lifestyle boutique offering apparel, footwear and gear for the everyday lifestyle and outdoor pursuits. 5 Birmingham locations, Tuscaloosa, Auburn, Huntsville, Nashville and Atlanta.
Once Upon A Sleepover
205-530-5711
dorthea.elridge@onceuponasleepoverbham.com
Let’s Go Glamping!! Make your child’s slumber parties more fun and exciting when you turn to Once Upon A Sleepover! We are an event service provider that plans and executes themed sleepover parties.
Southern Breeze Travel
256-513-9874
sandra@southernbreeze.vacations
Planning the best vacation sometimes can be a lot of hard work.I specialize in cruise travel, resort travel, honeymoons, and family vacations. Let me help you to create vacation memories to last a lifetime.
Local Attractions/Field Trips
Vulcan Park and Museum
1701 Valley View Dr.
Birmingham, AL 35209
205-933-1409
Birmingham’s beloved icon, Vulcan, is the world’s largest cast iron statue. Featuring breathtaking views of the city, an interactive history museum and a beautiful public park.