As parents in the greater Richmond area, we understand the importance of choosing the perfect summer camp experience for your kids. That's why we've compiled this list of handpicked summer camps in the Richmond area and beyond that offer a blend of education, excitement, and unforgettable memories.
We want to help you find the ideal summer camps for your children and make this summer one they'll cherish forever.
Please note: We're adding more camps to the 2025 Richmond Summer Camp & Program Guide frequently, so check back often!
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With 350 basketball camps in nearly every state nationwide, Breakthrough Basketball coaches firmly believe that they have a very important responsibility and an amazing opportunity to have a positive impact on their players' lives.
Score big in 2025 - at a Breakthrough Basketball Camp!
Read MoreWith nearly 200 acres in the cool Allegheny Mountains near the border of Virginia and West Virginia, Camp Twin Creeks welcomes your camper to join its lifelong community of summer campers.
From arts and sports to water and adventure, Camp Twin Creeks is where friendships flourish, childhood thrives and independence grows! By unplugging from technology and the distractions of everyday life, campers are able to connect with new friends and mentors, try new things, and develop confidence and independence.
Read MoreScience and Technology Summer Camps
Half and Full day options available
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
Unlock your child's creativity and future potential with Code Ninjas Summer Camps! Whether they're creating in 3D, exploring robotics, or modding in Minecraft, your child will explore the exciting world of coding, game development, and tech creation—all while having an absolute blast! Guided by expert instructors, kids will enhance their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, gaining confidence that extends far beyond the screen. It’s not just about tech—it’s about preparing for the future while having an unforgettable summer with new friends.
Don’t wait—our spots fill up fast! Give your child the opportunity to think bigger, dream brighter, and code smarter. Sign up today for a summer of fun, learning, and discovery!
Read MoreGymnastic Camp
Half-day only
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
Music & Art Camp
Half and Full day options available
Before care available
Ages 4-12
9200 Center Oak Court , Mechanicsville, VA Read MoreArt Camp
Full day only
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
Echo Hill Camp on the Chesapeake Bay offers a unique free-choice program where children chart their own adventure, and every day brings new possibilities. Set against the backdrop of the stunning Chesapeake Bay, campers master favorites like sailing and water skiing and build essential life skills while being guided by exceptional counselors who truly understand today's youth.
Here, campers experience the kind of summer they will remember – one filled with starlit campfires, rustic living, and genuine human connections away from screens and social media. Our century-old tradition of outdoor living creates the perfect environment for kids to develop independence, resilience, and lifelong friendships. Read MoreMusic Camps
Half-day only
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
High School Grades 9th-12th (Ages 15-17)
Science Camp
Half and Full day options available
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
11551 Nuckols Rd Suite J , Glen Allen, VA Read MoreAdventure Camp
Full day only
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Swim Camp
Full day only
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
5050 Ridgedale Pkwy, Richmond, VA Read MoreGeneral Summer Camps
Half and Full day options available
Preschoolers (Ages 3-5)
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
High School Grades 9th-12th (Ages 15-17)
Theatre Camps
Full day only
Before care AND after care are available
Elementary Grades K-5th (Ages 6-11)
Middle School Grades 6th-8th (Ages 12-14)
High School Grades 9th-12th (Ages 15-17)
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