Summer is here, don’t let your kids waste away their vacation at home! We know it’s hard to juggle working and making sure your little ones stay educated and entertained all summer, that’s why we’ve made a list of the best 13 summer programs in the Tampa Bay area.
Tampa has so many camps to choose from, so we’ve made it easier for you to narrow down your choices by providing our favorites and we’ve got all the dates, times, ages, and rates listed right here.
See a full list of Hillsborough, Pinellas and Pasco camps here
2022 Pin Chasers Summer Camps (Bowling + More)
Pin Chasers day camp is catered to beginners and more advanced bowlers alike. BONUS: bowling camps keep kids active while staying inside safe from the heat and storms of summer. Camp includes: A FREE bowling ball, pin water bottle, and t-shirt for each child, daily snacks and lunch, bowling and competitions, indoor and outdoor games, arts and crafts, and other activities, arcade games and camp party.
Ages: 5 through 15
Where? Pin Chasers Midtown, East Pasco, or Veterans
When? June 6th – July 22nd (see specific dates below), 9:00 am through 3:30 pm
How much? $199 (Get $20 off if you sign up before June 5 with code EARLY )
Early drop-off (7:30 am) and/or late pick-up (6:00 pm) are available for a flat rate of $30.Register here
Little Brushes: Art Summer Camp
Located at Pinots Palette in Wesley Chapel, Little Brushes offers a fun-filled party, atmosphere where your little artists can have a blast creating their own masterpieces.
Ages: 6-12 years old
Where: Pinots Palette – 1718 Bruce B. Downs Blvd, Wesley Chapel
How much: $45 for week day classes, $55 for Friday classes, $175 for a week
When: June 7 – July 30, 2021
What’s Included:
– A Painting session
– A different Craft each Day
– Games and Fun!Register here
2022 Busch Gardens Summer Camps
Come face to face with amazing wild animals, take on the newest thrill ride- Iron Gwazi- and learn what is takes to be a Zookeeper at a Busch Gardens Summer Camp, choose between day camps or resident camps.
Ages: 1st-8th grade.
When: June 6- July 29, 2022
How much: Starting at $209
Where: 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612Register here
MOSI Summer Science Camps
Your kids will love the hands-on STEAM activities at MOSI camp! Camp hours are 9 am – 4 pm. Extended hours are available from 7 am – 9 am and/or 4 pm – 6 pm for an additional fee.
When: May 31- August 5, 2022
Ages: Kindergarten to 8th Grade
Where: 4801 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, Florida, United States, 33617
How much: Ranges from $289/week to $333/week
Multi week discount: 3 – 5 camps – $75 off total
6 – 8 camps – $175 off total
9 + camps – $225 off totalBecome a MOSI Member today and save 25% on camp fees.
Register here
New Tampa Family YMCA Summer Camp
The Tampa YMCA Summer Camps are now ACA Accredited! This means the Tampa Y camps underwent a thorough review of our operations by the American Camp Association (ACA).
When: May 31 – August 5, 2022
Ages: 6-14
Where: 16221 Compton Dr., Tampa, FL 33647
How Much: Ranges from camp type – $159-$408Register here
RADDSports Summer Camps at Wiregrass Ranch Sports Campus
Come sharpen your skills with instruction from expert coaches, make new friends, and have some serious fun! Offering a variety of activities including: basketball, soccer, volleyball, and cheerleading summer camps.
When:
All-Sport Summer Camp Dates: June-July 2022
Cheer Camp – Youth Dates: June – August 2022
Cheer RADD Team Summer Camp: June 2022
Cheer School Team Summer Camp Dates: June 2022
RADDSports Basketball Summer Camp Dates: June – August 2022
RADDSports Soccer Summer Camps: June – July 2022
Volleyball Attacking Summer Camps: June 2022
Volleyball Defense Summer Camps: June 2022
Volleyball Elite Summer Camp: July 2022
Volleyball Setting Summer Camps: June 2022
Volleyball Team Summer Camp: July 2022
Ages: 6-16
Where: 3021 Sports Coast Way, Wesley Chapel, FL 33543
How much: $325.00 per camperRegister here
Mathnasium of New Tampa Summer Camps
Mathnasium is your neighborhood math-only learning center that teaches kids math a way that makes sense to them. Their instruction approach goes beyond traditional math tutoring to develop understanding and build a love for math.
Ages: 1-12th Grade
Where: 19056 Bruce B Downs Blvd. Tampa, FL 33647.
When: June-July 2022Register here
Bricks 4 Kidz- Tampa 2022 Summer Camps
Bricks 4 Kidz is back with a whole new summer of LEGO® camps. All of their camps are week-long camps that have full day and half day options. Pricing and discounts vary depending on location, length of camp, and when you register.
Ages: 4.5 – 12 years old.
Where: Multiple locations
When: May 31 – August 13, 2022 (Varies by location) See all summer camp locations.
How much: $125 – $285, Half and Full Day CampsRegister here
Clubhouse Super Summer Camp in South Tampa
Led by our experienced and dynamic staff, this camp features daily field trips, along with a wide variety of exciting, hands-on activities, including sports, art, science, clubs and much more!
Ages: 3-12
When: May 31, 2022 – August 5, 2022. 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: 6202 S MacDill Ave, Tampa, FL 33611
How much: Starting at $130/weekly
– 10% discount for siblings
– 10% discount for Public School Teachers
– 10% discount for Military membersRegister here
Firehouse Youth Centre Summer Camps
All summer camp registrations include a Busch Gardens and Adventure Island Pass used weekly during summer camp.
Ages: 2nd – 8th grade
When: May – July
Where: 1511 US 301 South Tampa, FL
How much: Registration $125/ Weekly $135Register here
The Florida Academy of Performing Arts' Camp
This camp offers acting, arts & crafts, games, singing, drums, musical theatre, beginner guitar, ukulele, and other fun activities. The camp is a full day with an early drop-off and late pick-up option for FREE.
Ages: 5 – 17
When: May 31-August 5, 2022 / 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Where: 402 Oakfield Dr., Brandon, FL, 33511
How much: $230/week, $55/dayRegister here
AJ's Kitchen Drawer Summer Cooking Camps
Your young chef will enjoy our fun, hands-on Culinary Camps while learning skills to last a lifetime: Cooking!
Ages: 8 and up
When: June 6-August 5, 2022 (no camp week of July 4) 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: 13974 W Hillsborough Ave, Tampa, FL, 33635
How much: $259.99/weekRegister here
Florida Aquarium Summer Camps
Science-themed AquaCamps feature hands-on learning, animal encounters and so much more.
Ages: 3-14
When: May 31-August 5, 2022. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: 701 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL, 33602
How much: $160-$365 (Varies per summer program/age)