2025 St. Louis Mom Summer Camp Guide

Ignite your creativity at COCA Summer Arts Camps! Kids and teens can explore singing, dancing, acting, visual art, cooking, circus, filmmaking, fashion, and more. Taught by talented teaching artists who are also professional performers and exhibiting artists, our camps offer skill-building, new experiences, and—most importantly—fun! 

COCA offers two camp locations at COCA’s University City building and the University of Health Sciences and Pharmacy in the Central West End.  

Eagle Sky of the Ozarks Christian Challenge Camps offers unforgettable summer experiences for kids and teens of all ages! Our Kids Camp (ages 8-12) combines thrilling adventures like the Screaming Eagle Water Slides, High Ropes Aerial Challenge Course, and inspiring Gospel-centered teachings and worship. Teens (grades 6–12) can dive into Teen Camp, featuring the Adventure Challenge Course, the Blob, water tubing, Island Foam Party, and transformative faith-building sessions and worship. Adventure Camp (grades 7–12) offers backpacking, rock climbing, canoeing, and wilderness discipleship in the stunning Ozark Mountains for those craving outdoor adventure. Each camp is centered on faith, fun, and adventure—building friendships, growing spiritually, and creating memories that last a lifetime!

Join us for an unforgettable summer of hands-on discovery at Mad Science Summer Camps! With over 18 locations across St. Louis, kids entering pre-K through 5th grade will dive into exciting weekly themes like Super Gross Science, “Make It!,” Wings and Things, and The Nuts and Bolts of Robots. Each camp offers up to six hours of engaging activities every day, filled with thrilling experiments, games, and demonstrations. Campers will build catapults, launch rockets, create bubbling potions, and even decode secret messages in our Secret Agent Lab! Aspiring inventors will construct robots, while junior gardeners will explore the wonders of nature in Little Green Thumbs. With fun challenges like designing mini boats and digging into archaeology with Underground Explorers, each day is packed with surprises. Best of all, kids get to bring home their creations to continue their scientific adventures! 

Explore Creativity with Crayola® Imagine Arts Academy Summer Camps! Discover the world through art with our week-long full-day camps, designed for children entering grades K-5. Each camp is packed with creative activities and inspiring projects to spark your child’s imagination.

Legends and Lore
Dive into mythical tales from around the globe! From sculpting clay golems to painting fiery phoenixes, your child will explore creatures of legend through drawing, sculpting, and painting.

Artblazers
Follow in the footsteps of art pioneers! Create paper sculptures, experiment with abstract art, and paint personal masterpieces inspired by iconic styles.

Artist’s Passport
Travel the globe without leaving town! Bring diverse cultures to life through sculpting, printing, and traditional art designs.

World of Design
Unleash innovation! From superhero costumes to designing board games, kids become creators of the future. 

Wild World
Let the animal kingdom inspire your creativity! Learn about conservation while creating animal-themed masterpieces like lion sculptures, jellyfish mobiles, and polar bear sculptures. 

Join The College School in Webster Groves for week-long, themed summer camps for ages 4-10. Themes include Rock Climbing, Greenhouse and Gardens, Ultimate Ninjas, and Upcycled Art. Field trips and swimming are included in all camps. Don’t miss out on summer fun and adventures!

Wilson Think Camp – 3rd through 6th Grade

A week of hands-on experiences in STEM through labs, challenges, digital investigations, game design, and more. Choose from exciting classes like Robotics, 3D Printing, Minecraft, and Virtual Reality. Camp days include regularly scheduled outside play and lighthearted team challenges, like building the strongest paper chair for a stuffed animal.

Wilson Summer Camp – Preschool through Grade 6

Enter a world of fun at Wilson Summer Camp! Campers will enjoy themed weekly activities, plus trips to the Shaw Park Aquatic Center. Register by the week or for the whole summer! Before and after care is available.

This summer, The Magic House is the ultimate destination for creativity, fun, and adventure! Magic House summer camps offer an exciting, hands-on experience for kids ages 5-10, where they can explore art, science, performance, and innovation. Whether your child loves painting, conducting science experiments, performing on stage, or designing their own inventions, The Magic House has a camp to inspire their imagination and keep them engaged all summer long. Camps run Monday through Friday.

Vetta Sports Summer Camp is the ultimate full-day adventure filled with friends, sports, and nonstop fun! Hosted at five indoor sports facilities across St. Louis and St. Charles counties, we offer flexible options—daily, weekly, monthly, or the full summer. Kids stay active with a variety of games and activities, from soccer and kickball to bounce houses and water fun. Our engaging environment keeps them moving, laughing, and making memories all summer long. Don’t miss out—register by April 21st to lock in our Early Bird Discount! Give your child the best summer ever at Vetta Sports!

D-BAT Fenton Coed Summer Break All-Aspect Camp

Our All-Aspect Camps are a great way for players to develop all skills including but not limited to hitting, fielding, pitching, catching and more! Players will be split up into groups up to 8 with coaches throughout the day as they receive instruction and repetition!

We always make sure to mix in games and competition such as med ball volleyball, wiffleball and more. On top of the baseball/softball skills, we emphasize the importance of our core values on the field – attitude, effort, and being a great teammate!

WHAT TO WEAR & BRING : T-shirt, shorts and athletic shoes  (no cleats). A glove is mandatory, bat & helmet are optional. Sack lunch and water bottle.

WHEN : JUNE, JULY & AUGUST – Every other week, Monday  Thursday starting JUNE 9th and ending August 7th from 9AM – 2PM.

WHO : Baseball  & Softball  Players, Ages 7 – 14.

COST : $170 per week. Single session pricing is available and membership discounts apply. The More Days You Book… The More You Save.
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WHERE : At D-BAT Fenton we have the most advanced technology and equipment, camp is indoors so it’s always 72 degrees and sunny, we’ll never be rained out.

*Daily Prizes & Awards For Sportsmanship/Attitude
*IQ Test & Quizzes To Help Increase Knowledge Of The Game

Sign your young climber up for a week of games and climbing challenges designed to build confidence and social skills. Camps are for ages 6-12, with full-day or half-day sessions available. Whether they’re scaling walls or making new friends, it will be an unforgettable experience. Camps are held at the Power Plant in St. Louis, MO and the Steel Shop in St. Charles, MO.

Give your child a summer to remember! Countryside offers half day and full day opportunities for children ages 1-5. Younger children enjoy outdoor play, water play, Montessori, Music and Art. Our Preschool/Kdg Campers  campers enjoy pony rides, swimming, theme-based activities, Montessori, Art and Gardening.  Children also spend time outdoors climbing, sliding and just being kids on the large, shaded playground adjacent to the pony corral. Countryside is dedicated to the education of the whole child.

Transform your child’s love for technology into a fun learning adventure at Code Ninjas Wildwood Summer Camps! With 18 camp options for ages 5-14, kids explore coding, robotics, game design, and more. Camps run June 2 – August 15, with morning (9 AM-12 PM) and afternoon (1-4 PM) sessions. Choose one half-day or combine for a full-day experience! Seats are limited and fill fast. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today for an unforgettable summer!

Play, learn, and create on Community School’s beautiful 18-acre campus this summer! Camps are available for children age 3 through eighth grade and include full- and half-day options. Choose from dozens of activities led by experienced faculty and partners, including Mad Science of St. Louis, STAGES, The Fencing Academy, The Recreation Academy, and more. Programming also features Community’s signature FUNdamentals Camp to help children fight the summer slump in August. Learn more and register today!

The Young Wizards Magic Academy is a two-week summer program (June 9 – 20) that teaches the foundations of magic, with no prior experience required. All materials are included and will have participants focusing on learning techniques and tricks that develop creativity, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. Held on the scenic MICDS campus in Ladue, the academy is led by professional magician and veteran Spanish teacher Christopher Barker, along with his assistant and fellow educator Alyoska Díaz. Perfect for aspiring magicians or magic enthusiasts ages 12 to 17, the program offers a fun, skill-building experience in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Summer begins here, Monday, June 9! Forsyth Summer Discovery provides a balance of structure and age-appropriate freedom, offering children age 3 through Grade 7 a largely “unplugged” experience with a neighborhood feel. Different weekly themes allow campers to become artists, engineers, filmmakers, cyclists, performers, scientists, photographers, explorers, and more! Summer Discovery is a place to play, try, make, be, and do—on the high ropes or obstacle course, in the science lab, on the stage, in the garden, or on the field. Extended Day is available; additional fees apply.

Bricks 4 Kidz provides an extraordinary experience for kids to learn, build and play with LEGO® bricks! Bricks 4 Kidz summer camps combine the best of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education with unique motorized LEGO® model building for a fun, hands-on learning experience like no other. We offer building camps based on popular themes such as Harry Potter, Teenage Turtles, Minecraft, Mario Bros, Pokemon®, Star Wars and more at several locations! 

Chess Summer Camps are the perfect way to introduce the game of chess to new students, deepen understanding of the game for established players, or offer intensive instruction for aspiring chess masters. Grandmaster instructors provide daily lessons, puzzles, and play to help guide students through each session. With full- and half-day options, the camps run weekly from June – August at various locations throughout Saint Louis. Use the code “STLMOM2025” for a 10% discount. Ideal for beginners to seasoned players, these camps provide a solid foundation and advanced insights in a dynamic learning environment.

Adventure into an inspiring world full of sculptures, natural wonders, and imaginative art projects with Laumeier Sculpture Park’s Summer Art Camps. Half-day Little Buds programs are designed for ages 3.5-6. Campers investigate art making through hands-on activities and learn and socialize through play. Full-day Art Camps are for ages 6-15. Artists learn about contemporary and historical artists, explore the woodland creek and trails, and create unique works of art. Before/after care is available.

Upper Limits Summer Camps are created by climbers, for climbers. Five-day sessions start June 2nd, 2025 and are organized into two age groups:

Rock Dwellers (ages 7-10) and Cliff Hangers (ages 11-15). Full-day and half-day options are available for both age groups at all St. Louis locations:

Each age group alternates camp schedules so there is always an option available for your kids!

BONUS: Every camper, no matter what session they are in, will get to tie-dye their very own Upper Limits t-shirt!

Sign up by March 31st, 2025 for a 10% Early Bird Discount!

This summer, MADE for Kids is the perfect place for young artists, designers, and makers!  Kids ages 6-11 will explore their artistic and design skills through hands-on projects, using tools like laser cutters and 3D printers to bring their ideas to life. From building to creating unique artwork, campers will develop new skills and have fun along the way. Led by MADE Mentors—talented artists themselves—each camp offers a dynamic, creative experience for kids to unleash their imagination!

Summer camp at Webster University expands beyond the traditional camp experience. With a passion for the arts and STEM, commitment to innovation and creativity, character- and skill-building… Webster camps promote individual excellence, connection and friendship.   

With offerings that range from infant through teens, there is something for every age and interest. Your child will build character, learn new skills, develop lasting friendships, and most importantly, have FUN!