Summer Camps
There are TONS of summer camp options in the Birmingham area – art camps, zoo camp, YMCA camps and more. We’ll continue to build this listing to provide you with a comprehensive, online resource. Some of the best options are the hardest to find so let us know about your favorites or the ones that were disappointing. Check out these related articles: Fresh Air Family’s Gross Out Day Camp.
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Acting Out Academy
Summer Movie Camp
Vestavia
ALABAMA
(205) 440-2699
Summer movie camp experience for kids at the Acting Out Studio in Vestavia.June 17th - 21stJuly 22nd - 26thAugust 12th - August 16th
All camps last from 9:30am until 3pm, after care is available. Add to Address Book |
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Greater Birmingham Humane Society
Critter Camp
Two 5-day sessions. Session I "Camp Paws" will be July 8th-12th from 9 AM until 4 PM for kids aged 5-7. Session II "Critter Careers" will be July 15th-19th from 9 AM until 4 PM for kids aged 8-10.
Cost is $150/week. Download the application here. Add to Address Book |
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Gross Out Day Camp by Fresh Air Family
Summer Day Camp
Gross Out Camp is a science / outdoor camp created by Fresh Air Family hosted at Barber Sports or the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, depending on the week. This 9am-5pm camp keeps kids outside. Founder Verna Gates says, "We guarantee dirty, tired children at the end of each day." I sent my daughter to the botanical gardens camp and can also add - happy to that list. At $175 for non-members ($150 for members), this full day camp is also one of the most reasonable.
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Ruffner Mountain Nature Center
1214 81st Street South
Birmingham
AL
35206
205-833-8264
The new Ruffner Mountain Nature Center is open and it's beautiful. This is a wonderful place to hike and enjoy a picnic near the city. It also provides a glimpse into Birmingham's history and knowledge of native plants and animals. We enjoyed a wonderful field trip for 6 yr olds and a great 1/2 mile geological hike. They have many events that are included on the BirminghamMom.com calendar.
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YMCA
Multiple Locations
2101 4th Avenue North
Birmingham
AL
35203The YMCA offers countless opportunities for Moms to keep themselves and their families healthy and active. YMCA branches are located throughout the Birmingham area and offer classes, childcare, summer camp opportunities, sports camps, Spring Break camps and a wide variety of opportunities.
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Youthserve
Summer Urban Service Camp
205-521-6651
One of our favorite camps for teens. Join peers from around the city to volunteer and learn about service!!
SESSION I: JUNE 24TH-28TH SESSION II: JULY 8TH-12TH SESSION III: JULY 22ND-26TH Add to Address Book |
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Alabama Ballet
2726 1st Avenue South
Birmingham
AL
35233
205-322-1874
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Alabama School of Fine Arts
Summer Day Camps
1800 Rev. Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd
Birmingham
AL
35203Generally for grade 5 - 8, depending on the course. ASFA offers summer camp programs in creative writing, theatre arts, math, science and music.
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Aldridge Gardens - Summer Camp
Art and Nature camp
3530 Lorna Road
Hoover
AL
35216Aldridge Gardens is offering five, 5-day camps this summer involving nature and art. Check out their website.
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Altamont School
Summer Camp - Elementary, Middle, High School
4801 Altamont Road South
Birmingham
AL
35222Courses in theatre, photography, math, english, soccer and basketball for kids of all ages. Credit courses available.
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Anytown Alabama
Youth Leadership Camp
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ArtPlay
Summer Camp programs
1006 19th Street South
Birmingham
AL
35294Enjoy theatre and visual arts camp for all ages at ArtPlay. This is a new, exciting venue for the arts in Birmingham.
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Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Road
Birmingham
AL
35223The Birmingham Botanical Gardens are one of the more exceptional locations in the area. It is free of charge and a great place to get outside with the kids and a stroller. They host many educational events and summer camps. Birmingham Moms also enjoy the annual plant sale. And, this is a favorite spot for photographing children.
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Birmingham Museum of Art - Art Camp
Summer Camp - Art
2000 Rev. Abraham Woods, Jr. Blvd
Birmingham
AL
35203For ages k-12, the Birmingham Museum of Art offers one of the best art camps in the city. Apply early to get your spot -- these camps fill up.
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Birmingham School of Music
Drums, Guitar, Piano, Voice, Violin, Brass, Woodwinds
800 Old Towne Road
Vestavia
AL
35216
205-969-8763
Check out this venue for Rock n Roll Band Camps, Vocal Arts Camp and Drum camp. Definitely summer camp for you rock star!
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Birmingham Southern College
Summer Camp Program
Enjoy camps for all ages in multiple areas...Athletic campsTheatre arts and Music
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Birmingham Zoo
2630 Cahaba Road
Birmingham
AL
35223
205-879-0409
For camp information email camps@birminghamzoo.com. For party planning information contact party@birminghamzoo.com.
From a local mom: "Birthday party at the zoo for a 5 yr old and everyone had a great time. Refreshments were provided and served. The kids got to touch some animals, ride the train and the carousel. No clean up so I go to enjoy the party with everyone else." Add to Address Book |
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Do It Yourself Crafts
Birthday Parties, Summer Camps
1909 Oxmoor Road
Homewood
AL
35209
205-868-4346
An exciting 6 weeks of summer camp at DIY Crafts in Homewood.
Classes are 5 days of the week from 10am-2pm, class size limited to 10 per. Visit the website for information and registration. Add to Address Book |
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First Avenue Rocks
Birthday Parties, Rock Climbing, Fitness, Summer Camps
2417 1st Avenue South
Birmingham
AL
35233
205-320-2277
For summer camp information and schedule click here.
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Girl Scouts of North Central Alabama
The lessons of Girl Scouts seem more relevant today than it did when I was a Girl Scout. For my 6yr old, one year of Girl Scouts has already taught her to think about the larger community, to respect others and to leave things better than she found them. Don't forget the many summer camp opportunities!
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Levite Jewish Community Center
Half day and full day camps
Enjoy art, athletic, science and even a magic camp at the JCC this summer. What a great round up of camps. Check out the camp brochure here.
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McWane Science Center
200 19th Street North
Birmingham
AL
35203
205-714-8300
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Mountain Brook Gymnastics
Gymnastics Summer Camp
Mountain Brook Gymnastics offers a half day or full day camp option for 10 weeks this summer.
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School of Performing Arts at North Shelby Baptist Church
Summer camps, Music and Performing Arts Classes
4100 Belcher Drive
Birmingham
AL
35242The North Shelby Baptist Church offer music lessons in piano, violin, voice, drums and guitar as well as group lessons in ballet, tap, jazz and hip-hop. They are offering several camps this summer.
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Valley View Ranch
Equestrian Camp for Girls 8-17
606 Valley View Ranch Road
Cloudland
GA
30731
706-862-2231
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Wacky Nanny Art Camp
Summer Camp - Art
Community Education South
1220 50th Street South
Birmingham
AL
35222Alley Bulka (aka the Wacky Nanny) is fantastic and has a following of devoted families. The camps run weekly, depending on age, from 9am - 1pm. $125 / child
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