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Half-Day Camps

Are you looking for a summer camp that is just half a day or a couple of hours? Here’s our list of venues that offer half-day or fewer-hour summer camps in Upstate, SC. This list includes a wide variety of summer camps so you’re sure to find something your kids will love!

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For a complete list of summer camps in the Upstate, see our Ultimate Guide to Summer Camps near Greenville, SC.

YMCA of Greenville

TITLE SPONSOR 864.412.0288 | Various Locations, Upstate, SC

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Summer day camp at the Y is more than just fun – it’s a launchpad for lifelong memories. It’s where kids from all backgrounds come together to build confidence, try new things, and form friendships.

Whether your child enjoys sports, arts & science, dance, swimming, or a full-day camp experience, the YMCA of Greenville is ready to help you have the best summer ever! Each and every camp week, counselors work hard to instill the Y’s core values of respect, caring, honesty, responsibility, and faith all in a safe and fun environment.

Each of the family Y branches offers different specialty camps and enrichment experiences, so be sure that your desired camp is offered at your local Y.

M&G Kids Create!

SPONSORED 864.770.1331 | 1700 Wade Hampton Blvd. , Greenville, SC

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M&G Kids Create! Summer Art Day Camp 2026

Building Blocks
For first-time kindergartners (turning 5 years old by September 1, 2026)
Join our construction crew as we learn about the Elements of Art and discover how these elements are used in different art careers like Interior Design, Graphic Design, Studio Art, and Production Design! K5 campers will learn about the building blocks of art (line, color, shape, etc.) and use them to create fun artworks related to artistic career fields.

Creative Pathways
For rising 1st—6th grade (ages 6-12)
What do you want to do when you grow up? Come explore Graphic Design, Studio Art, Interior Design, and Production Design. Together we’ll learn about the essentials of these artistic careers and combine those tools with your own creativity to craft unique artworks.

Dates: June 1-5, June 8-12, and June 15-19 from 9:30AM – Noon
Fee: Museum Members: $95 | Non-Members: $99

From Concept to Curtain Up
For 6th-8th grade (ages 12-14)
Lights, Camera, Action! Summer campers will explore how the elements of art and principles of design are integrated into the creation of sets, costumes, lighting, and even props on a stage or film set. Through engaging lessons, guest speakers, games, art projects, and collaborative design opportunities, we’ll exercise your child’s creative muscles.

Dates: June 8-12, and June 15-19 from 9:30AM – Noon
Fee: $125

Register at https://museumandgallery.org/kids-create/

The Children's Museum of the Upstate

SPONSORED 864.233.7755 | 300 College Street, Greenville, SC

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Spark curiosity and ignite creativity with our hands-on Summer Camps at The Children’s Museum of the Upstate!

Designed for kids ages 4–12, our camps blend science, art, storytelling, and exploration into unforgettable week-long adventures. Campers dive into interactive exhibits, experiment with real tools and materials, and discover new passions through guided play and imaginative learning.

With flexible options like half-day camps, full-day camps, and extended stay add-ons, TCMU fits your family’s schedule. With 3 exciting themes over 9 weeks, you can book just one week or all nine! Make Summer Matter with TCMU.

Note: These camps are only available at our Greenville location.

Shipshape Farm

SPONSORED 757.620.7105 | 1650 Tigerville Road, Travelers Rest, SC

Summer camp at Shipshape Farm is a throwback to childhood days of a different time. From interacting with farm animals to running the goat stampede, making dear friends, playing old-school games, and making hands-on projects, every day is full of outside memories that bring joy and delight.

Campers return year after year because it is a place where children are celebrated! Counselors return year after year because there is
nothing quite so marvelous as spending a summer playing and showing kids that they are valued and treasured.

If you want your kiddo(s) to make core memories during summer camp –Shipshape Farm is the place. We offer camp weeks for ages 4-7 and 8-11. Camp days are 9-4, with early drop-off and late stay options available.

We would love to welcome you to our family farm in Travelers Rest and be a part of your family memories for years to come!

 

Children's Art Classes Summer Camps

SPONSORED 904.330.8720 | 1618 Woodruff Road, Suite F, Greenville, SC

Unleash Your Child’s Creativity This Summer!

Join Children’s Art Classes‘ Summer Workshops – a 25-year legacy of artistic excellence.
As Greenville’s premier art education program we’ve helped so many young artists flourish and feed their passion for art!

Why Choose Our Summer Workshops?

  • 40+ different areas of art to enhance their skills
  • Small group instruction
  • Fun, engaging environment

Workshops run June-July 2026

Ages 5 and up welcome

Various schedules to adapt to your child’s needs (Full, 1/2 Day and Weekly Short Workshops)

Limited spots available!

Roper Mountain Science Center

SPONSORED 864.355.8900 | 402 Roper Mountain Road, Greenville, SC

We’re excited to host another great summer at Roper Mountain Science Center, the home to more than 100 week-long half- and full-day camps for children in completed grades K4 through 9th. Our hands-on activity-based educational Summer Explorations Camps mix a wide variety of fun in a wide range of topics. With selections of old favorites and new offerings from art to animals, pop culture to physics, lots and lots of Legos, and, of course, science for all ages, there is truly something for everyone at Roper Mountain. Come join us for a fun-filled adventure this summer.

Visit www.ropermountain.org for the 2026 Summer Explorations camp guide and registration details. Feel free to contact Lisa Phillips at liphilli@greenville.k12.sc.us or 864-355-8925 with any questions about our summer camp programming.

Members only early online registration is Tuesday March 10, and general registration begins Thursday March 12.

Amplify Sports

SPONSORED 864.883.8352 | 100 Powers Blvd, Piedmont, SC

Summer Basketball Camp at Amplify Sports

Amplify Sports offers weekly basketball camps all summer for kids ages 5 to 14. Camps are designed to keep athletes active, learning, and having fun while school is out.

Each week focuses on a specific skill such as shooting, ball handling, or overall game play. Camp days include structured drills, skill work, and scrimmages to help athletes build confidence and improve on the court.

Our experienced coaches work with all skill levels, from beginners to more experienced players. Instruction is age appropriate and focused on steady skill development in a positive environment.

Camp Details

  • Ages 5 to 14
  • Monday through Thursday
  • 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Weekly sessions available all summer
  • $150 per week

Amplify Sports is located in Powdersville and provides a structured, supportive setting where kids can stay active all summer.

For more information or to register, visit www.amplifysportssc.com or call 864 883 8352.

Christ Church Episcopal School Summer Encounters

SPONSORED 864.299.1522 ext. 1242 | 245 Cavalier Dr, Greenville, SC

Summer Encounters 2026 camps will begin May 27!

Dive into another unforgettable summer adventure at Christ Church Episcopal School’s award-winning day camps in Greenville, SC. Summer Encounters hosts a comprehensive, diverse, and exciting collection of summer camps that provide meaningful opportunities for any child in grades (rising) K4 to 12.

Summer Encounters camps are designed for curious kids who love to explore new interests, dive deeper into favorite activities, and discover all the fun that summer has to offer. With hundreds of engaging options—ranging from sports and outdoor adventures to science, art, technology, creativity, leadership, and beyond—there truly is something for every child.

Summer Encounters Camps would be honored to invite your family to join us for an exciting summer of new discoveries, friendships, and lasting memories. Registration is open now and camps fill up fast. If you have questions or need assistance in any way, please contact Beth Campbell at campbellb@cces.org or 864.299.1522.

Greenville Humane Society

SPONSORED | 305 Airport Rd, Greenville , SC

Parents: Are you looking for a summer schedule that’s fun, safe, meaningful, and perfect for animal lovers? We’ve got you covered!

This summer, kids ages 6–10 are invited to join us for Furever Friends Summer Camp at the Greenville Humane Society! Over three exciting days, campers will learn all about the wonderful world of animals and animal welfare while spending time at the shelter, learning from our staff, and helping us care for the pets in our care!

From June 17–19 and July 15–17, campers will join us from 10 AM–2 PM for hands-on activities designed to inspire curiosity,  kindness, and confidence around animals. Kids will learn how to stay safe around pets, explore the basics of responsible pet care, discover careers that work with animals, and even get a glimpse into the world of dog training.

Of course, it wouldn’t be camp without plenty of fun! Through art projects, outdoor activities, and interactive humane education lessons, campers will get the chance to learn while playing – and best of all, they’ll enjoy supervised hands-on time with our companion animals.

Whether your child already loves animals or is just starting to discover their passion, this camp is a wonderful way to build compassion, knowledge, and unforgettable summer memories.

Dance Without Limits

SPONSORED 864.412.7788 | 115 Pelham Road, Ste. 24, Greenville, SC

Dance Without Limits is excited to offer:

Summer Dance Camps (Ages 3–10)
Offered as week-long themed camps in both Greenville and Simpsonville, these
experiences blend dance, creativity, and play — perfect for young dancers ready to shine:

● Shine, Dance, Slay – This K-Pop camp brings high-energy moves, fierce confidence,
and lots of fun as dancers will experience a world of music, teamwork, and heroic
imagination.
● Royal Princess – Hear ye, Hear ye, royal subjects! Get ready to step into a magical
world of twirls and tiaras royal adventures.
● Pineapple Princess – An island-inspired dance adventure celebrating brave hearts,
ocean dreams, and friendship. Dancers will explore all dance genres while as a part of
our ohana!
● Mermaids & Pirates – Meet us under the sea for a treasure-seeking dance adventure!
From swishy mermaid moves to strong pirate steps, dancers will let their imaginations
sail free.
● Unicorn University – A whimsical week where magic meets movement. Dancers will
twirl, prance, and sparkle their way through a week of dance as they train to become
official unicorn graduates.

In addition to our camps, we also offer a 6-week summer class for ages 2-18 with drop-in options, and a four day Summer Dance Intensive class (Ages 10) where dancers can take their training to the next level.

Summer registration opens February 16th.

Families are encouraged to visit the Dance Without Limits website for full schedules, camp dates, and registration details.

MOTIVE School of Movement

SPONSORED 864.775.4844 | 10 Webb Road Unit 100, Greenville, SC

Trying to figure out what to do this summer? MOTIVE offers a fun solution for kids ages five and up with their weekly summer camps! Their facility is equipped with obstacles from the American Ninja Warrior TV show as well as parkour equipment, a foam pit, and two Olympic-style trampolines.

Join MOTIVE for an entire week! Camp will be held Monday through Friday every week of Summer, from June 1st -August 7th. Kids will be grouped with others around their age and participate in ninja warrior obstacle courses, games, crafts, open gym time, and much more.

MOTIVE can’t wait to see you there!

-$295 for a full week of half-day camp (your choice of either 8:30 am-12 pm or 12 pm-3:30 pm)

-$395 for a full week of full-day camp (8:30 am-3:30 pm)

-Sibling and MOTIVE membership discounts are available.

Camp Griffin at Spartanburg Day School

SPONSORED 864.582.7539 | Spartanburg Day School, 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC

Camp Griffin brings the spirit of Spartanburg Day School to life each summer through immersive, hands-on experiences designed for campers ages 2 through rising 9th grade. Open to families across the Upstate, Camp Griffin offers nine weeks of dynamic programming that encourages campers to explore new interests, create boldly and expand their thinking through meaningful, real-world experiences.

Led by SDS instructors and coaches, each camp is built around the philosophy of Learning Lived, helping children grow in curiosity, confidence and skill while having an unforgettable summer.

With a wide variety of themed camps each week, families can customize their child’s experience to match their interests and schedule. Camp Griffin also makes summer simple and stress-free with one convenient drop-off and pick-up location, lunch and snacks included, flexible scheduling options, and accessible pricing.

Whether your child joins for one week or the entire summer, Camp Griffin offers a safe, engaging environment where friendships are built and new passions are discovered.

The Greenville Zoo

SPONSORED 864.467.4850 | 150 Cleveland Park Drive, Greenville, SC

For 2026, our camp theme is all about the extremes of our planet! “To the Extremes” will take your child on a journey to the hottest, coldest, and strangest places on our planet and discover the animals that live there! Our camps will encourage your child to appreciate these super animals and what they do for our planet.

Whether your child is interested in learning all about bugs in our camp, “It’s A Bug World”, or if they are interested in a good mystery in our camp, “Who Dung It?”, we are sure that your child will leave camp knowing that animals are not only wild, but extremely cool!

 

International Ballet

SPONSORED 864.879.9404 | 1018 South Batesville Road, Greer, SC

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Join International Ballet for an exciting Summer Experience! Ballet Camps are held Monday through Friday and feature age appropriate ballet emphasizing creativity, coordination, and musicality.

Taught by well known International Ballet faculty, students will explore all facets of the art of ballet, learning about the story, music and costumes of classic ballets. Each week of camp culminates with an in-studio themed performance for parents and friends of our young campers to show off what they’ve learned. IB Ballet Camps are the perfect introduction to ballet with no long-term commitment or previous ballet experience required.

June 15-19 – Alice in Wonderland

June 22-26 – Finding Nemo

July 6-10 – Mary Poppins

M-F 9:30am – 12:30pm, ideal for ages 3-10

Price per week (discount for multiple weeks)

1 week – $240/week

2 weeks – $430 ($50 Discount!)

3 weeks – $620 ($100 Discount!)

Yellowbobbypins Art Camp

SPONSORED 864.238.0599 | 1320 Hampton Avenue Ext., Greenville, SC

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2026 Kaboom Summer Camp Finalist

Yellowbobbypins Art Camp is a kid-favorite and parent-approved summer program, offering a fun and dynamic experience tailored to a variety of interests.

Summer 2026:
We’re excited to offer morning and afternoon camps to better suit your schedule and child’s needs:
– Morning Camps (9:00 AM–Noon): Designed for Ages 4–7
– Afternoon Camps (1:30–4:30 PM):Perfect for Ages 8–12

What Makes Us Special:
– Weekly Themes: Each week brings a new and exciting theme, including:
– Interior Design
– Circus
– Axolotl
– Unicorns & Mermaids
– Outer Space
– Sweet Treats
– Magical Makers Academy
– Fashion Design
– Miniature Marvels

– Age-Appropriate Fun: Each camp is tailored to match the fine motor skills and developmental needs of the participants, ensuring every child has a meaningful and engaging experience.

– Spectacular Art Shows: At the end of each week, campers showcase their amazing creations in an art show, celebrating their hard work and the friendships they’ve made.

Why Parents Love It:
Our camp goes beyond art by fostering creativity, self-expression, and meaningful connections in a safe and enriching environment.

Make summer 2026 an unforgettable experience with Yellowbobbypins Art Camp!

 

Carolina Elite Soccer Academy

SPONSORED 864.329.1113 | 1020 Anderson Ridge Rd , Greer, SC

Join us for an exciting week of learning, competition, and fun at the Carolina Elite Soccer Academy Summer Day Camps!

CESA Day Camps are open to players of all skill levels who are eager to develop their technical and tactical abilities. Instruction is led by licensed, professional coaches who use a curriculum of fun, age-appropriate activities and small-sided games to build skills while fostering a love for the game.

Camps will be held at the beautiful MeSA Soccer Complex.

Early-bird and sibling discounts are available, so be sure to register soon!

South Carolina Children's Theatre

SPONSORED 864.235.2885 | 153 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC

Summer Camp at SCCT

Join us for an unforgettable summer adventure at SCCT Summer Camps! Our diverse range of camps cater to children of all ages, offering a plethora of activities designed to ignite creativity, foster teamwork, and build confidence. From magical expeditions to theatrical escapades, there’s something for every young adventurer!

Step into the world of fantasy with camps like “Pirates, Mermaids, and Fairies, Oh My!” or “Hogwarts,” where imagination knows no bounds. Budding performers can shine in our performance-based camps, such as “Greatest Showman” and “Swifties Sing,” where they’ll hone their skills under the guidance of experienced instructors.

For those who prefer hands-on exploration, our activity-based camps like “Action Adventures” and “Treasured Toys” provide a platform for discovery and fun. From crafting to storytelling, every day is an opportunity to learn and grow.

At SCCT, safety is our top priority. Our dedicated staff ensures a nurturing environment where campers can thrive, make new friends and create lasting memories. So, join us this summer and embark on a journey of creativity, laughter, and endless possibilities!

Hidden Pasture Unicorn Farm

SPONSORED 864.477.9284 | 108 Unicorn Farm Trail, Fountain Inn, SC

Hidden Pasture Unicorn Farm Summer Camps are back with multiple flexible options in June and July for ages 7–11, perfect for boys and girls who love animals, outdoor play, and a little magic. Campers enjoy hands-on farm life with goats, bunnies, an alpaca, and of course unicorns, plus pony rides, crafts, sports, games, bounce house fun, and ice cream treats—all rain or shine.

Choose from a variety of sessions:

  • June 1–3 (half-day mornings)
  • June 15–18 (half-day afternoons)
  • June 22–26 with full-day (9–4) or half-day options
  • July 7–10 (morning, afternoon, or full-day)
  • July 13–17 (half-day afternoons)
  • July 20–24 with both full-day and half-day choices

Pricing ranges from $165 to $425 depending on session length.

Spots are limited and these camps fill quickly!

Find Camp week and program details, including costs at: https://hiddenpasture.com/kids-camps/

Families can view availability and book online at: https://ecom.roller.app/hiddenpastureunicornfarm/unicornsarereal/en-us/products

Art Buzz Kids

SPONSORED 864.288.1260 | 1175 Woods Crossing Road, Greenville, SC

🎨🏝️🚀 ART BUZZ KIDS 2026 SUMMER CAMPS ARE HERE! 🚀🏝️🎨
Looking for a fun, creative, and safe space for your child this summer? Art Buzz Kids Summer Camp at Wine & Design Greenville is the ultimate destination for budding artists and curious explorers! Each week, campers ages 5–16 will dive into exciting new themed adventures, including:

🏝️ Island Explorers (May 25–29) – Set sail on a sun-soaked creative journey.

🎤 Idol Slayers (June 1–5 & July 13–17) – A world of music, magic, and mischief!

📦 Cardboard Creators (June 8–12) – Engineer magic with cardboard and imagination.

🌲 Wilderness Adventure (June 15–19) – Explore the great outdoors right in the studio.

🧱 Brick Builders (June 22–26) – Build, paint, and create in a world of endless possibilities.

🦈 Shark Week (July 6–10) – Take a “FINtastic” bite out of summer art!

🚀 Cosmic Creators (July 20–24) – Blast off into a universe of out-of-this-world creativity.

💎 Bling It On (July 27–31) – Let your creativity shine with jewelry and all things sparkly!

🗿 Shape & Structure (August 3–7) – Dive into sculpture and larger-than-life 3D art.

Camp Details:

📅 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

🍎 What to Bring: Please pack a nut-free lunch, snack, and water bottle.

👚 What to Wear: Dress for the mess! We get colorful and creative every day.

🎟️ Early Bird Pricing until April 1st! Multi-sibling discounts available upon request.

From acrylic paintings and fossil-making to 3D sculptures and cosmic crafts, no experience is needed – just a love of art!

Spots fill fast – reserve your child’s easel today! https://tinyurl.com/3ze8rf85

Furman University Soccer Camp

SPONSORED

FURMAN UNIVERSITY SOCCER CAMPS
Looking for a fun, active, and skill-building summer experience for your soccer player? Furman Soccer Camps offer an exciting opportunity for players of all ages and skill levels to train on the beautiful Furman University campus while experiencing a high-energy, collegiate-level environment.

Led by Furman’s coaching staff, along with top coaches in the region and experienced players, each camp blends expert instruction with competitive games and engaging training sessions. Campers will develop technical skills, improve game awareness, and build confidence through small-sided matches, skill challenges, and exciting competitions throughout the week.

Furman Soccer Camps offer multiple camp options throughout the summer, including half-day, full-day, team, residential, and elite ID camps for players interested in experiencing the next level of the game.

Whether your player is just starting out or aiming to compete at a higher level, Furman Soccer Camps provide a supportive and inspiring environment where players can improve, make new friends, and create lasting summer memories.

Sylvan Learning of Greenville

SPONSORED 864-676-0011 | 5 Upstate Locations, Greenville, North Main Greenville, Easley, Spartanburg, and Anderson, SC

Sylvan’s Build Your Own Summer Camp: A Custom Learning Adventure

Summer is a great time for kids to relax—but it shouldn’t mean a break from learning. Academic skills need practice, and Sylvan’s Build Your Own Summer Camp helps students stay sharp while having fun.

Sylvan Learning of the Upstate (Greenville, North Main Greenville, Easley, Spartanburg, and Anderson) offers a flexible, personalized summer experience. Families can customize their child’s program by choosing focus areas like Math, Reading, Writing, or College Readiness (SAT/ACT Prep). Parents select when to start, frequency per week, and we work around your vacations.

With small group instruction, individualized lesson plans, and engaging, hands-on activities, students can catch up on unfinished learning, get ahead for next year, and build confidence in a structured, supportive environment.

Sylvan is also offering a FREE Summer Sweepstakes—one student will win four months of SylvanPASS to prepare for a successful 2026–2027 school year. Enter online: https://forms.gle/AV93nR2CABsmeNf38. The winner will be announced in June. Follow Sylvan Learning of the Upstate on Facebook for updates.

Plus, take advantage of the $29 Insight Assessment special in April and May to plan your child’s best summer yet. Learn more at sylvanlearning.com or call 800-EDUCATE.

Foothills Gymnastics and Cheer Center

SPONSORED 864. 855.9660 | 198 Couch Lane, Easley, SC

Foothills offers exciting, age-appropriate summer camps designed to build confidence, skills, and friendships in a fun, supportive environment.

Tiny Tot Camps (Ages 3–5) meet for 2 hours daily and introduce young children to movement through gymnastics, ninja, cheer, tumbling, and imaginative play. Campers climb, jump, roll, balance, and explore obstacle courses while developing coordination, listening skills, independence, and social confidence. Specialty themes like Cheer & Tumble and Camp Happily Ever After add music, mini cheers, creative play, and princess fun to basic gymnastics instruction. These camps are perfect for first-time campers who love to move and play.

Camps for Ages 6 & Up meet for 3 hours daily and are designed for both beginners and experienced athletes. Gymnastics Camp focuses on skill development across events, strength, flexibility, and technique. Cheer Camp teaches cheers, jumps, stunts, tumbling, choreography, and teamwork, ending with a performance. Ninja Camp challenges campers with climbing, agility courses, and strength-building obstacles. Great Adventure Camp combines gymnastics, obstacle challenges, outdoor exploration, and a Water Day finale.

All camps are led by experienced coaches who provide positive instruction and individualized support, ensuring every child grows in skill, confidence, and love for movement.

Riverside Tennis Club

SPONSORED 864.848.0918 | 435 Hammett Bridge Road, Greer, SC

Riverside Tennis Club 2026 Summer Camp

Riverside Tennis Club’s summer camps offer skill-leveled instruction for juniors ages 4-17, from first-time players to competitive tournament athletes. Younger juniors build coordination, movement, and balance while learning the fundamentals of forehand, backhand, and serve. Intermediate and advanced players take their game further with groundstrokes, volleys, overheads, and competitive match play designed to sharpen tactical skills, consistency, and sportsmanship. Our goal is simple: every player leaves with a deeper love for the game.

  • Ages: 4-7 (Little Tennis) and 7-17 (Junior)
  • Cost: Drop-in from $20 | Contact club for full camp pricing and membership rates at 864.848.0918
  • Pro Tip: Not sure where to start? Younger beginners (ages 4-7) can jump right into the Little Tennis camp group. For older beginners, a private lesson first is a great way to get comfortable before joining a clinic or camp. Demo racquets are available. Bring a water bottle and hat; proper tennis shoes are required on clay courts.

Camp Sessions:

  • Little Tennis Camp (Ages 4-7): Hand-eye coordination, stroke introduction, and movement skills. 9-10:30 am.
  • Junior Camp (Ages 7-17): All levels from beginners through advanced tournament players. Stroke development, strategy, match play, and game situations. 9 am-12 noon.

2026 Camp Dates:

  • Week 1: June 1-4
  • Week 2: June 8-11
  • Week 3: June 15-18
  • Week 4: June 22-25
  • Week 5: July 13-16
  • Week 6: July 20-23
  • Week 7: July 27-30

Do we need a membership to attend camp? Junior clinics and camps do not require a membership.
What age can my child start? Camps start at age 4 with the Little Tennis program, focusing on hand-eye coordination, stroke introduction, and movement skills in a fun, low-pressure setting.
What should we bring? A water bottle and hat or visor for sunny days. Proper tennis shoes are required on clay courts; no aggressive-soled shoes.

When my son was 9, a friend asked him to join him for a week of tennis camp. That one week of tennis camp in the summer of 2022 sparked a love for tennis like no other! He has since done every week of tennis camp during the summer, as well as clinics and private lessons year round. The coaches have poured into him and continued to challenge him as his skills have improved. We are so thankful to have found Riverside Tennis Club and for the safe, positive, and fun environment that they provide!

— Amanda B.

Best For: Kids ages 4-17 | Beginners through competitive players | Families looking for a summer tennis program in the Greenville/Greer area
Riverside Tennis Club Website: riversidetennisclub.com
Location: 435 Hammett Bridge Rd, Greer, SC 29650

Challenge Island

SPONSORED 864.286.8061

Challenge Island offers summer camp programs that explore hands-on STEAM challenges inspired by science, engineering, art, and pop-culture themes that kids love! Camps are designed to unleash creativity, imagination, and a way to connect with others in a fun way.

Perfect for curious kids who love to create, build, and think outside the box. Our SCREEN-FREE camps are designed to help kids grow into mature and confident learners while having fun along the way!

New themes this year include:

  • Jurassic Island (who doesn’t love dinosaurs?)
  • Slimetopia 5: Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives
  • Safari Explorers
  • Super STEAMio(Arcade Mania Part II).

Our camps are offered at the following locations:

  • Woodruff Road Christian Church, 9-noon Monday-Thursday: Weeks of June 1- July 27 (No camp week of June 29)
  • Disciples CDC, 9-1pm (NEW EXTENDED TIME!): Weeks of June 1- 22 and week of July 27 *Have camps for ages 5 and up as well as Challenge Island Junior camps (ages 3-4)
  • Christ Church Summer Encounters: 1:15-4:15, Monday-Friday
    WEEKS:
    June 8-12, June 22- 26,
    July 6-10, July 13-17, July 20-24

The Sunshine House

SPONSORED

Unlock a Summer of Fun at Next Level Adventure Camp at the Sunshine House

Get ready for a summer packed with excitement, discovery, and unforgettable memories! At Next Level Adventure Camp, each week brings a brand-new adventure with unique themes designed to inspire curiosity and confidence.

Camp highlights include:

• Exciting field trips

• Adventurous outdoor play & NFL Play 60 activities

• Hands-on projects & special guest experiences

• Safe, licensed, and secure environment

• Healthy meals and snacks included

• Led by experienced educators and childcare professionals

Every camper receives a FREE swag bag featuring a camp t-shirt, reusable water bottle, and matching backpack – perfect for summer adventures!

Designed for children ages 5–12. Junior Camp options for younger children are available at select locations.

Themed adventures include:

🎧 Sound City

💡 Kidpreneurs

🌱 Food Lab

✈️ Makers in Motion

Limited space available. With 11 convenient Upstate locations, there’s a camp near you – book a tour today!

Everick Sullivan Youth Basketball Camp

404.520.5400

EASY Basketball Camp is back! We’re excited to invite your athlete to join us for an incredible week of skill development, competition, and fun! The camp focuses on fundamentals, skill work, and live play while teaching discipline, confidence, and teamwork. Campers will receive high-level instruction in a positive, high-energy environment!

Offers: Basketball game at Legacy Early College

Grades: 1st – 8th

June 1st – 4th, 2026
9 AM – 3 PM
Cost: $138

Registration: All walk-up campers must pay an additional $25 fee

What to Bring

Lunch, Appropriate Clothing, and Shoes to play
basketball

 

First Presbyterian Academy

864.678.5107 | 829 Garlington Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Various summer programs for all ages and interests

St. Joseph's Catholic School

| 100 St. Joseph's Dr., Greenville, SC

Offers: A wide variety of sports camps for students of all ages included. They also offer academic camps, theatre camps, and summer courses for credit.

Trapped in the Upstate

| Multiple Locations, Upstate, SC

Trapped in the Upstate offers an immersive blend of entertainment and challenge from two convenient locations in Greer and Spartanburg, each with several escape rooms available to book. These escape rooms are intricately themed to create an experience of intrigue and excitement, perfect for adventure seekers and puzzle enthusiasts.

Preview the different themed rooms available on the Trapped in the Upstate website, and find details on their challenge levels, durations, and group sizes.

Summer Camp: Watch the website for announcements related to Create the Escape Summer Camp, where children can work together to build an immersive escape room. Themes explored include puzzle writing, gamemastering, implementing a theme, and more.

Locations:

  • Greer, SC
    556D Memorial Drive Extension
    Greer, SC 29651
    864.416.1539
  • Spartanburg, SC
    660 Spartan Boulevard, Space 210
    Spartanburg, SC 29301
    864.256.1623

Find out more on the Trapped in the Upstate website.

Ivybrook Academy

864.501.5997 | 305 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Ivybrook Academy is looking forward to a fun-filled summer with all of you!
Preschool summer camps!
Themed summer camps such as backyard adventures, space exploration, and scientific discoveries.

Clemson University Science Outreach Center

| Jordan Hall, Clemson University, Clemson, SC

The Clemson University Science Outreach Center summer day camps are a blend of STEM adventure and education designed for campers.

Ages: 8 – 12
Full Day and Half Day camp available

2026 summer camp registration coming soon!

Triple R Ranch

864.907.5189 | 602 Harrison Bridge Road, Simpsonville, SC

Offers: Horseback riding summer camp for kids. Camp runs from 9 am to 1 pm on select weeks. Includes small lessons, arts, crafts, stable care, and horsemanship.

Price: $300 per week
Ages: 4- 16

2026 Summer Camp Dates

June 1-4
June 15-18
June 29-July 2
July 6-9
July 27-30

Text 864-907-5189 to sign up

USC Upstate Athletic Camps

| USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Sports camps through USC Upstate for children starting at age 6.

Camps for baseball, volleyball, soccer, basketball, track & field
2026 camps TBD

CSARec Summer Sports Camps

864.660.2080 | 200 W. Washington Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Campers have fun as they make friends and learn more about God in a positive, Christian environment.

Ages: rising K5-5th grade
Monday – Friday | 9 am – 12 pm
New sport each week.

PurrPoseful Art Studio

864.754.7582 | Millside Circle, Greenville, SC

PurrPoseful Art Studio offers a wide array of art classes for children between the ages of 8 and 18 who have a love for animals and a passion for art!

Customized Summer Art Camps
Offers: Ages 7–13; printmaking, mixed media, acrylic painting on canvas
Months: June through July 2026, weekdays with morning or afternoon sessions
Pricing: $175–$275 per child based on group size; acrylic on canvas includes an additional $25 per child; pricing applies at the studio location (location not specified)
Half-Day Camps (AM or PM sessions)

Anchored Oak Farm School

AO Farm School (grades K-12) offers education rooted in faith, academics & agriculture, bridging the freedom & flexibility of homeschooling with the support of the school experience in a like-minded campus community.

Summer Camp: Farm-based summer camp for ages 5-17, rain or shine
June & July
Week-long camps
9 am – 2 pm

Climb @ Blue Ridge

864.895.1416 | 301 Bulls Road, Taylors, SC

Offers: Week-long camps that each offer a different skill level of climbing, including beginner weeks, intermediate/advanced weeks, and a mixed-skill level week. Camp is Monday – Friday from 12 – 4 pm.
Ages: 6 and up
Half-day camp (12 – 4 pm)

Sibling discounts are available. Early bird pricing is available

Yellowbobbypins Art Camp

Offers a variety of art-based summer camps for kids, preschool through age 12.
Summer camps for 2026

 

The AU Summer Institute

| 316 Boulevard, Anderson, SC

Anderson University offers a variety of summer camps at Summer Institute for rising 9-12 graders in camps like Vocal/Choir, Cybersecurity, Dance, Theatre, Engineering, and more.

Sports camps for rising 8th – 12th grade, including football, soccer, basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, cheer, tennis, lacrosse, and cross country.
Runs April through August each summer, most in June through July.

Overnight options for some camps are available.

 

Color Clay Cafe

864.244.3445 | 2518-A E. North Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Half-day art camp includes projects such as clay sculpting, mosaics, painting with ceramics and canvas, and string art.
Ages: 6-14
Saturday sessions available

2026 summer camp dates TBD

Ignite STEAM Camp

| 216 Bransfield Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Weekly STEAM camps where campers apply their math and science skills to the engineering design process to develop ingenuity, creativity, collaboration, and flexible thinking.
For rising 1st – 8th graders.
Morning and afternoon camps are available.
2026 summer camp information TBD

Vino & Van Gogh

864.787.1349 | 1818 Augusta Street, Suite 112, Greenville, SC

Vino & Van Gogh Summer Camps Offer:
Week-long half-day art camps (ages 4–14) May 28–August 7;  with themes like tie-dye, Squishmallow, Sparkle Studio, Interior Design, GLOW, Wicked, and more.
Small 7:1 ratio, drop-off, snacks, AM/PM, early-bird + sibling discounts.

2026 Summer Camp registration is open

 

Guardian Self Defense

Martial Arts Summer Camp—only 15 spots! With martial arts training, games, and…of course, nunchucks!
June 1–5, 9–12:30
Ages 5–12
$199, $25 sibling discount.

Joy Farms Horseback Riding Camp

Horseback riding summer camp two 3 day sessions available!

312 E Scotch Cross Rd, Greenwood sc 29646

Everton Soccer Schools- Hosted by Spartanburg United

| 2427 Bryant Road, Chesnee, SC

English Premier League club Everton will be hosting a summer soccer camp in Spartanburg County at Bryant Road (typically in June)
Ages: 5-18 years old
Half Day and Full Day camps available for Developmental level

J.L. Mann Summer Sports Camps

J.L. Mann High School is offering a number of summer sports camps for kids! Information and online registration for each camp may be found at
secure.qgiv.com/for/2026mannsummercamps

Patriot Basketball Camp June 1-4, 2026 – J.L. Mann High School Gym, 160 Fairforest Way, Greenville, SC 29607 – $150 per camper

Patriot Softball Camp June 15-16, 2026 – J.L. Mann Softball Field, 158 Ridge Road, Greenville SC 29607 – $100 per camper

Patriot Cheer Kiddie Camp July 13-15, 2026 – J.L. Mann High School Gym, 160 Fairforest Way, Greenville SC 29607 – $80 per camper

Patriot Football QB/WR Camps
Sat., June 6 – $40 per camper; Sat., June 20 – $40 per camper; Sat., July 11 – $40 per camper – J.L. Mann Athletic Complex, 158 Ridge Road, Greenville SC 29607

Patriot Football Youth Camp July 21-23, 2026 – J.L. Mann Athletic Complex, 158 Ridge Road, Greenville SC 29607 – $100 per camper

Greenville Gymnastics

864.297.5589

Offers: Camps include gymnastics, parkour, games, open play, snacks & tons of fun!  For ages 3 years and up.
2026 summer camp dates TBD (typically at the Mauldin location)

Daydream Art

864.419.4296 | 117 South Pendleton Street, Easley, SC

Art studio that offers painting events, painting kits, and summer camps.

Summer art camp located at the Fine Arts Center of Easley, SC

 

Carolina Dance Collaborative

Offers: Weekly dance camps for all skill levels, ages 3 – 3
Monday – Thursday & Monday – Friday camps available
June & July camps
Camps are 3 hours long

 

Topgolf Kids Summer Academy

864.315.3351 | 201 Clifton Court, Greenville, SC

Offers: Five days of non-stop entertainment and learning that kids will love. Each Academy is designed and taught by golf professionals from Topgolf Coach in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Designed for kids aged 6 years – 12 years.
Camps for June – August, 1-week camps.

DMCostaCeramics

631.716.5077 | Fullerton Court, Simpsonville, SC

Dianna is a local artist, educator, and owner of DMCostaCeramics. She offers Pottery classes for adults and kids over 5 years old, kids drop in clay classes, small group summer camp, as well as clay workshops. Located in the Five Forks, Simpsonville area

Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA Summer Camps)

864.735.3948 | 101 Abney Street, Greenville, SC

GCCA Summer Art Camp in Greenville, SC offers creative, hands-on art experiences for ages 5–12.
Kids explore multiple mediums through themed sessions led by professional artists at Greenville Center for Creative Arts.

Sample Themes: Makerspace Masterpieces, Fairy House Creation, Animation, Art History, Clay, Printmaking, Paint & Sip Days

  • $65 one-day camps
  • $180 three-day camps
  • $265 week-long camps

Summer Camp: Stop Motion and Green Screen Animation

| 1012 Mauldin Road, Greenville, SC

Introducing Upword Dove’s summer classes:
• Monday through Friday, 3 hours/day (or you can pay per class)
9am-Noon and 1pm-pm
• Fun & engaging activities for youth
Green Screen, Stop Motion, Theatre, Dinosaurs, and Legos!

Held at Reedy River Baptist Church in Greenville

TR Makers Co.

864.610.0996 | 3 S Main Street, Travelers Rest, SC

Offers: 2026 Summer Maker Camps and multi-day art-themed camps.
Ages: 5 – 12
9 am – 1 pm

Game On Art Camp: June 8 – 10
Art History Around the World: June 15-17
Enchanted Forest Art Camp: June 22-24
Waves and Wonders Art Camp: July 6 – 8
Creatures and Creators Art Camp: July 20-22
From Paper to Print Press: July 27-29

 

Greenville Humane Society Furever Friends Summer Camp

Kids  can explore animal care at the Greenville Humane Society through hands-on activities, humane education, and time with shelter pets.
Spots are limited!

Dates: June 17–19 & July 15–17, 2026
Time: 10 AM – 2 PM
Location: Greenville Humane Society
Ages: 6–10

Anderson YMCA

864.716.6260 | 201 East Reed Road, Anderson, SC

Anderson Area YMCA for Camp Venture (Full-Day Camp)

Camp Dates: May 26 – July 31, 2026
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am – 6:00 pm. Breakfast and lunch are served daily.
Registration begins April 6, 2026
Ages: 5–12 years
Cost: $140 per child per week, plus a one-time $70 registration fee; financial assistance available.

Anderson Area YMCA for Kid Zone Camp (Half-Day Camp)

Camp Dates: May 26 – July 31, 2026
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 1:00 pm. Breakfast and lunch are served daily.
Registration begins April 6, 2026
Ages: 5–12 years
Cost: $60 per week for members, $70 per week for non-members, plus a one-time $40 registration fee.

Hatcher Garden Discovery Camp

| 820 John B. White Sr. Blvd., Spartanburg, SC

Hatcher Garden Discovery Camp offers children a fun, educational experience, with hands-on activities, exploring plants, animals, and nature through interactive learning.

Foothills Fencing Academy

| Multiple Locations, Greenville, SC

Looking for an exciting new sport to keep your child entertained and active this summer?
FFA offers camps for all experience levels.
Olympic Fencing is a thrilling sport with a deep history. Fencing develops coordination, discipline, strength, balance, focus, and more.

Camps are designed for 3rd – 8th grade
Half day camps

2026 Camp Locations and Dates
Christ Church Episcopal School

Beginner Dates:
June 1-5, 8-12, July 20-24, 27-31, 2026
Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Beginner Cost: $190

Foothills Fencing Academy Location

Intermediate Dates (ages 13+) TBD
Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Cost: $250

Sprattronics Learning Lab

864.735.7520 | 117 Haywood Rd. Suite C, Greenville, SC

This STEM-based learning lab offers a drop-off STEM program during the week, plus summer camp options for ages 4 – 12.

Themes include things like Catastrophic Events, Mad Scientists, LEGO, Drone, and more.

Morning or afternoon camp available
Camp are 4 days long

Studio Green

864.606.4839 | 355 East Blackstock Road, Spartanburg, SC

Music-themed summer camps, including:

  • Princess Camp: June 1-5, 2026
    Ages 5-9
  • Primer and Applied Music Camps: June 22-24, 2026
    Ages 6-11
  • Musical Theatre Camp: July 20-24, 2026
    Ages 7-14

Registration closes May 30th, 2026
Full day (9-3) and half-day camps

SC Botanical Garden

864.656.3405 | 150 Discovery Lane, Clemson, SC

Field Trips & School Programs: The South Carolina Botanical Garden at Clemson offers 45-60 minute school programs intended to support your curriculum and grade level. Homeschool groups can visit as well. Fee is $5 per student. They also offer classes that are perfect for homeschooling families.

Summer Camp Offers: The SC Botanical Garden at Clemson offers week-long summer camps in June and July for kids aged 6 – 12 (8:30 – 3)
2026 Summer Camps in June and July TBD

Camp Hope Remains

864.249.3532 | 1771 John Dodd Road, Wellford, SC

Offers: Horse activities include horseback riding, wagon rides, and games with miniature horses.

Ages: 5-12 or 8-15(advanced)
Cost: $175 – $225/child/3 days (Monday – Wednesday)
Dates Offered: June 8-10; June 15-17, 2026
Times: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

View Church Camp

864.764.4344 | 5555 Parris Bridge Rd, Boiling Springs, SC

Offers: Christ-centered childcare that is safe and secure. Price includes field trips.
K4 – 8th graders are welcome.

2026 Camps TBD

 

 

Southern Dance Connection

864.849.9041 | 215 West Wade Hampton Blvd Suite I, Greer, SC

SDC offers summer camps for multiple age ranges with dance, cheer, and art themes
Preschool camps from 9 am – 1 pm
Frozen Jr. Musical for 2026, which ages 6+ can participate in
Morning and afternoon camps available

Ages: 3 +

Woodmont Dance Camp

| 325 New Neely Ferry Rd, Mauldin, SC

Come join the Woodmont Wildcats Dance Team this summer!!
They will learn routines, meet the new dance team, and receive a T-shirt.

Camp Dates: July 23-25 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m
Location: Legacy Dance Company

All funds that are raised are for the new dance team!

Ellaberry Llama Farm

| 4178 Clear Creek Road, Hendersonville, NC

Ellaberry Llama Summer Camp: Kids will learn to care for llamas, groom, and enjoy hikes with llamas.
Offers: Ages 6–13;
Llama interaction and showing, creek activities, painting, needle felting, and hands-on crafts
Months: June 8–12, 2026; 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Pricing: $425 per week with a $150 deposit required

Palmetto Gymnastics

864.963.2590 | 115 Pride Drive, Simpsonville, SC

Offers: Themed summer camp for children 4 and up.
Activities include gymnastics, ninja, tumbling, crafts, and more.

 

 

ELC at Anderson Mill

(864)587-1554 | 4455 Anderson Mill Road, Moore, SC

ELC offers summer camps for children 3 months old – 2nd grade. The camps run from 9am-12pm Monday-Thursday.

CAMP Animal Care

864.467.3986 | 328 Furman Hall Rd, Greenville, SC

Camp Animal Care is held at Greenville County Animal Care
Vet education on the proper care and treatment of pets for children
Ages: 8 to 15 years old
June & July camps
9 am – 3 pm

First Tee Upstate

864.395.0013 | 3515 Pelham Road , Suite 201, Greenville, SC

First Tee Upstate offers various golf camps for ages 7-17.

Make and Believe Artists

864.245.3977 | 110 Academy Street, Simpsonville, SC

Offers: Creative summer art camps in downtown Fountain Inn featuring high-quality materials like clay, canvases, and acrylic paint, small group sizes, and imaginative themes. Look for camps like Artsy Animals (includes a farm day!), Once Upon a Princess (includes a visit from Rapunzel), My Dream Place Dollhouse (includes a 2′ x 2′ wooden dollhouse), and Cosmic Glow Space Camp (includes glow paint projects).

(Ages: 4-12)

Artsy Animals Camp – June 15–19

Once Upon a Princess Camp (with Rapunzel!) – June 22–26

Cosmic Glow Space Camp – June 22–26

My Dream Place: Dollhouse Camp – July 6–10

2026 Summer Camp Registration https://www.makeandbelieveartists.com/summer-camps is open!

Taylors Rec Summer Camp

864.292.4060 | 200 W. Main Street, Taylors, SC

Offers: Half-day sports camps including dance, cheer, tumble, pickleball, music/movement, and more.
Ages: 4 – 12 years old

2026 camps TBD

The Arts Center of Clemson

864.633.5051 | 212 Butler Street, Clemson, SC

Offers: Art camps for kids in mediums such as film, drawing, clay, fibers, music, and more!
Ages: 3-12
Half Day & Full Day Options
2026 Registration opens on 2/2/2026.

Walking in Wellness at Earthganic Farm

978-201-3509

A forest/farm school for 3-11-year-olds focused on teaching personal and environmental wellness through mindfulness lessons & reviving old-fashioned homesteading skills.

Ballyho Junior Keepers Summer Camp

706.436.7249 | 849 Norris Road, Anderson, SC

Junior keepers will get to learn all about domestic and exotic animals including their diet, grooming, vet care, and more!

2026 Summer Camps TBD

Sassy Stables

| 570 Barnett Road, Greer, SC

Join Sassy Stables for summer fun! Summer camp
For ages 6 and up who have little to no experience.

The camps will cover lots of fun horse topics like general riding instruction, grooming and care, breeds and anatomy, saddling and equipment, feeding and handling, horseback games and crafts, live demonstrations from professionals and so much more!

Upstate Kids Learning Center

864.235-7505 | 1105 Haywood Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Themed summer camps offer fun games and activities! Open to infant – 5th grade.

Summer Camp Dates:
June 1-5 | Wild Wonders
July 20-24| Splish & Splash water camp
Aug 3-7| Space Exploration

Monday – Friday
Cost: $125 per week

 

Greenville County Museum of Art

864.271.7570 | 420 College Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: Art camps for ages 5-16, taught by art professionals. Camps are typically offered in June, July, and August.

2026 summer camp registration typically opens at the end of February

Bramblewood Stables

Kids learn about trust, leadership, resilience, and horsemanship from the ground up. Hands-on learning with horses — no riding required. Build confidence, patience, and connection!

Music Camp at First Presbyterian Church

Are you ready for a fun-filled week of music this summer? Join First Presbyterian Church’s Music Camp 2026!

When: June 8–11, 12:00–4:00 PM
Who: Rising 2nd–6th Graders
Where: First Presbyterian Church, Downtown Greenville
Cost: $100 per child

Hillcrest Basketball Camps

Sharpen basketball fundamentals, build confidence, and compete in a fun, high-energy environment at Hillcrest Basketball Camps for players of all skill levels this summer.

  • Zach Corliss Co-Ed Youth Basketball Camp
  • Dates: June 22–25, 2026
  • For boys and girls entering 1st–8th grade (Fall 2026)
  • Skill-building, competition, and fun for all levels
  • Cost: $170

Hollowed Earth Pottery

| 1320 Hampton Avenue Extension, Greenville, SC

Offers: Clay based summer camps for kids
Kids Jr. Clay Camp for ages 6 – 10
Kids Clay Camp for ages 10 and older

Weekly (Monday-Friday)
June and July Camps are available
2026 Summer Kids Camp registration is open for ages 6 and older.

Adventure Tech Summer Camp with Greenville Technical College

Hands-on summer fun meets career exploration!
Adventure Tech Camps (June 1–July 30) at Greenville Tech offer 4-day camps
Ages: 6th–12th graders

  • culinary (CHI campus)
  • 3D printing & robotics (CMI campus)
  • automotive (McKinney campus)
  • vet care (Northwest campus)

Pre-registration opens Feb 16, 2026

Wonderhere

Elementary-based summer camps with various themes throughout the summer.
Preschools “mini” camps are available for ages 3 -5

WonderHere Anderson provides play-based, project-based learning where children explore, create, and grow through hands-on experiences, individualized learning, and a joyful, childhood-centered environment.

 

Encore Theatre Company Summer Drama Camps

864.360.3369 | 117 South Pendleton Street, Easley, SC

Offers an array of different weekly drama camps for different age ranges and levels.
Ages: 6+
8 am – 3 pm

Park Place Children's Center

864.270.5910 | 205 Batesville Rd., Simpsonville, SC

Park Place offers full day summer camps with field trips, theme-based crafts and activities, experiments, group games, playground time.
Contact Park Place directly for more information.

Dream Preparatory Academy

Dream Summer Camp, where kids enjoy creative projects, outdoor adventures, and making new friendships all summer long.
Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.

  • June 1–July 31, 2026 | Monday–Friday
  • Ages: 4–12
  • Full Time: 7:30 AM–5:30 PM | $175/week
  • Part Time: 7:30 AM–2:00 PM | $125/week

Spartanburg Science Center

864.583.2777 | 200 East St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC

The Spartanburg Science Center is a downtown museum with live animal exhibits, an extensive collection of fossils, bones, rocks and minerals, and engaging children’s activities like engineering challenges. With only $5 admission and Free Family Saturdays once a month, put this place on your list to encourage a love of science in your children!

Birthday Parties: Stare at the stars. Play with robots. Create chemical reactions. Spartanburg Science Center adds intrigue to any birthday party! Whether you’re a kid in age or in your spirit of wonder, celebrate with the Spartanburg Science Center for an extra element of surprise and excitement.

Field Trips: Offers standards-based, hands-on science education for groups aged Kindergarten – 8th Grade. Programs can be held at the Science Center, they can come to you, or you can work with them to arrange field trips to natural habitats.

Homeschool: The Spartanburg Science Center offers grade-level field trip programs in all major fields of science, and they are sometimes able to host homeschool family groups on days when not normally open to the public. Contact jschmid@spartanburgsciencecenter.org with inquiries.

Summer Camps: Be on the lookout for STEAM Summer Camps at the Spartanburg Science Center, featuring a wide array of topics for rising K4 through rising 8th grade. Previous camps have covered animals, LEGO Robotics, Minecraft, coding, pre-algebra readiness, the solar system, nature walks, and much more.

Location:

  • 200 East St. John Street
    Spartanburg, SC 29306
    864.583.2777

Visit the Spartanburg Science Center website for more information.

Camp Love-a-Pet

864.583.4805 | 150 Dexter Road, Spartanburg, SC

Camp Love-a-Pet is held at the Spartanburg Humane Society and teaches campers about basic dog obedience, responsible pet care, and issues impacting animal welfare.
Half-day mini-week and week-long camps
Monday-Friday camps from 8 am – 12 pm
2026 Summer Camps TBD

 

Watershed Summer Camps

864.503.5728 | USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Two camp sessions hosted by the Watershed Ecology Center at USC Upstate. Camps are available for kids entering 1st-3rd grades and kids entering 4th – 6th grades. Camps are from 9am-12 noon the second week of June.
Registration usually opens in April.

Mini Mavettes Dance Camp

| 701 E Butler Road, Mauldin, SC

Are your kids ready to dance, create, and have a blast this summer? Join us for Mini Mavettes Dance Camp!

When: July 27–31
Who: Ages 4–12
Where: Mini Mavettes Dance Camp
Cost: $100 per child (includes t-shirt & pom poms)

Bonus: Parent showcase on July 31 at 11:00 AM

Acrosmith Gymnastics

| 3130 N. Industrial Drive, Simpsonville, SC

Our June and July Summer Gymnastics Camps provide a week long gymnastics training for 5 years olds- 12 years old.

2026 summer camp dates TBD

YMCA Spartanburg Summer Camp

864.433.9623 | 3 Locations, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: A variety of half- and full-day camps.

Ages: 3-13, ages 14-15 for their training program
2026 summer camp dates TBD

Mauldin Theatre Company

864.404.3291 | 101 East Butler Road, Mauldin, SC

The Mauldin Theatre Company offers theatre-based summer camps.
Ages: 5th – 12th grade
For 2026, camps include:

  • Broadway Beginner camp ( June 1 – June 5)
  • Leading Player ( June 8 – June 12)
  • Lion King Jr. (July 6 – 18)

 

Greenville Theatre

| 444 College Street, Greenville, SC

Offers: These week-long camps include options to learn about plays, musicals, improv, and auditioning.
Campers get to experience live theatre and be a part of a group performance at the end of the week.
Ages: 7 – 15 (grouped by age).

Summer camp 2026 information TBD

Ballet Spartanburg

864.583.0339 | 200 E St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC

Offers: Camps and classes for students aged 3 and older.
Ballet Spartanburg Summer Camp registration is open, with multiple sessions to choose from in June and July

Roller Time Family Skate Center Camp

Learn forward/backward skating, spins, and balance in small groups. Fun games included, with a family performance Friday to showcase new skills. 🛼
Ages: K4 – 5th Grade
Cost: $190 per student
Dates: June 22 – 26, 2026

Spartanburg Youth Theatre

864.278.9669 | 200 East Main St, Spartanburg, SC

SYT offers several different weekly camp options for students, great for beginners or those wanted to improve their skills.
Half-day and Full-day camps available
Ages: K4-12th grade
Camp begins June 1st, 2026
June and July camps are available

Created for a Purpose Creative Arts Summer Camp

| 700 Harrison Bridge Road, Simpsonville, SC

Created for a Purpose is a creative arts camp that helps girls discover their God-given talents through hands-on projects and Biblical teaching, reminding them they are uniquely created for His purpose.

Dates: July 27–30, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Ages: Rising 3rd–9th grade girls
Cost: $140

Public Registration Opens: May 1

Eden Farms

864.898.0043 | 4700 Dacusville Highway, Marietta, SC

Eden Farms Horse Camp Offers:  Horseback riding lessons, trail riding, horse care and safety, grooming and saddling, horse-themed arts and crafts
Ages: 6–14
Months: June & July each summer; weekly sessions
Monday through Friday or Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Pricing: $300 for 3-day camp or $375 for 5-day camp
Half-Day camps

 

PKL Park Pickleball Summer Camp

864.203.7149 | 78 Mayberry Street, Greenville, SC

PKL Park Pickleball Summer Camp
This active summer camp introduces kids to pickleball fundamentals through skill-building, games, and friendly competition—perfect for boosting confidence, making friends, and having fun on the court.

Camp Hours: Monday–Friday | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Age Groups:
• Ages 7–10
• Ages 11–13

June, July, and August camps available

Cost: $250 per child | $235 members

Upstate Archery Academy

864.775.1237 | 2830 Wade Hampton Boulevard suite 25, Taylors, SC

Archery Summer Camp 
Kids and teens learn archery fundamentals in a safe, fun environment, including proper form, range safety, and scoring, with an end-of-camp tournament.

All equipment is provided; personal gear may be used with coach approval.

Camp Length: 2.5 hours per day
Ages: 9–16
Cost: $155 per camper (+ $4 processing fee)

2026 Session (2 sessions available)
June 16–19, 2026
July 28-31th, 2026
Tuesday–Friday | 10:00 am – 12:30 pm

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