The City of Cleveland is hosting many summer programs, camps and sports leagues. See the schedule and register today!

Also, see the City's new CivicRec platform to view summer programming at your local rec center.

Students & Families - We are excited for Summer 2025!!

STEM Summer Camp: Forge the Future

Explore the world of forging through the Forging Foundation's four-day Forge the Future Summer Camp. Students 11-15 years old will have the opportunity to tour a forging facility, participate in STEM and team-building activities, and learn how to forge. Plus, campers will get to take home their own forging!

The goal of Forge the Future Camp is to...
• Expose students to manufacturing and the forging industry at a young age.
• Engage kids in hands-on activities related to STEM, and more specifically, the forging industry.
• Create memorable experiences for children in your community.
• Educate both kids and their families about manufacturing careers.
• Build the future of forging and keep the industry strong for the next generation!

What is forging? Check out this short video to learn about forging and where you can find forgings all around you.

Forge the Future Camp Cleveland
July 14-17, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET)
Cuyahoga Community College
Cleveland, OH

Registration Fee: $75
Click here to Register 

2025 CLEVELAND CAMP SCHEDULE:
July 14-17, 2025 - 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. (ET) - all four days
Cuyahoga Community College
Advanced Technology Training Center
3409 Woodland Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115

Breakfast and lunch will be provided. Campers will need their own transportation to and from camp.

Experience working at NASA this summer

NASA’s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland is launching the NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute this summer. The free, work-based learning experience is designed to help high school students prepare for a future in the aerospace workforce.

Rising high school juniors and seniors in Northeast Ohio can submit applications for this new, in-person summer program from Friday, April 11, through Friday, May 9.

The NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute will immerse students in NASA’s work while providing essential career readiness tools to help them in future science, technology, engineering, and mathematics-focused academic and professional pursuits.

Throughout the five-day institute, students will use authentic NASA mission content and work alongside Glenn’s technical experts to gain a deeper understanding of the engineering design process, develop practical engineering solutions to real-world challenges, and test prototypes to answer questions in key mission areas:

• Acoustic dampening – How can we reduce noise pollution from jet engines?
• Power management and distribution – How can we develop a smart power system for future space stations?
• Simulated lunar operations – Can we invent tires that don’t use air?

Program Dates - Selected students will participate in one of the following week-long sessions.

Session 1: July 7 – 11, 2025

Session 2: July 14 – 18, 2025

Session 3: July 21 – 25, 2025

Eligibility and Application Requirements - to be eligible for this program, students must:

• Be entering 11th or 12th grade for the 2025-2026 academic year
• Have a minimum 3.2 GPA, verified by their school counselor
• Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher
• Additional application requirements are outlined in the Supplemental Application.

How to Apply:  To be considered for this opportunity, complete and submit the NASA Gateway application and the Supplemental Application by Friday May 9.

Questions pertaining to the NASA Glenn High School Engineering Institute should be directed to Gerald Voltz at GRC-Ed-Opportunities@mail.nasa.gov.

Visit the NASA Glenn website for more information.

Welcome to Tri-C Summer Camp

Creative Arts Academy (ages 4-18)

216-987-6145
creativeartsacademy@tri-c.edu

Recreation Camp (ages 5-18)

216-987-5456
angela.trela@tri-c.edu

Virtual STEM Camps (ages 8-14)

Tri-C Nuts and Bolts Academy (ages 11-17)

216-987-4424
alethea.ganaway@tri-c.edu

Cleveland Museum of Natural History
1 Wade Oval Dr, Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: (216) 231-8002
Email: summercamps@CMNH.org
Website: www.CMNH.org

Fantastically fun learning opportunities for all ages

Museum summer camps are the perfect place for your child to discover something new or continue exploring their passion for science and nature. From new, unique options to familiar favorites, our 2025 experiences promise an unforgettable summer for every camper.

Cleveland Botanical Garden Summer Camps

Holden Arboretum Summer Camps

AdvantageCLE Summer Camp 

Camps this year include Camp Create, Cello Technique Camp, Cuban and Latin American Choir Camp, Intro to Suzuki, J@ms Jazz Camp, Junior Steel Drum Camp, Kids Camp, Music Safari Camp, Old-Time Fiddle Boot Camp, Percussion Exploration Camp, Piano Camp, Rock & Pop Music, Suzuki Camp and Theater Magic.

NEAR WEST THEATRE SUMMER CAMP

Join Near West Theatre's Summer Camp! Under the leadership of trained teaching artists, students in the program will work as a team to learn theatrical skills, gain confidence, and find their voice! This intensive arts program will culminate in a final showcase for family and friends.  

Young Filmmakers Summer Film Camp

Beginners Summer Film Camp

Advanced Summer Film Camp 

In our Advanced and Beginner Summer Workshops, aspiring young storytellers aged 8-17 build skills in writing, directing, cinematography, set design special effects makeup, editing, digital effects and even acting to produce an original short film, all under the guidance of our faculty of professional filmmakers and directors.

Week-long camps w/ everything from improvisation & acting to superheroes & swordplay, & 2 KidCo Production Camps that culminate in a performance. All experience levels welcome!

Themed Week long Summer Camps hours and ages:

• Half day Option: campers ages 3-7
  • 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Monday thru Friday*

*only available for week-long themed camps, limited spaces

• Full day: campers ages 4-14
  • 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday thru Friday

Summer@CSU: PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE

Academics or recreation, see what CSU can offer you this summer! Ages range from kindergarten to college.

Academic Camps: From quantum computing to e-sports, CSU has a wide variety of academic programming for the summer! Ages range from kindergarten through college graduate students.

Sports and Recreation: Tennis, basketball, soccer, swim lessons and more! CSU offers a range of athletic camps and recreation classes during the summer. Ages range from 6 months to adult.

Summer@CSU

The Gathering Place - Summer Camp

Join us for a summer camp for Children 6-12 years old impacted by cancer (in treatment, survivor, or loved one is diagnosed)

 Each week of camp focuses on activities and interactions led by experienced Child and Family staff in different fun settings.

Westlake Camp Weeks: July 7-11 or July 14-18
Beachwood Camp Weeks: July 28- August 1 or August 4-8

Applications will be reviewed by Child and Family staff upon receipt. Families will be notified of status and placement shortly thereafter. If you have any questions about camp or the application process, please contact Whitney Hadley at 216-455-1522 or kids@touchedbycancer.org.

For more information and to apply

Girl Scouts of North East Ohio Summer Camps

ADRENALINE MONKEY – WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS

GUARDIANS YOUTH SUMMER CAMPS

AdvantageCLE Summer Camp

AdvantageCLE offers a free eight-week camp each summer at Thurgood Marshall Recreation Center in Cleveland each weekday.  Children receive breakfast and lunch and rotate through five rotations per day. The camp focuses on tennis, fitness, and wellness, as well as literacy, STEM, and poetry slam. 

Youth Sports Summer Camps

We offer youth sports leagues, camps and clinics for kids ages 3 and up in today’s most popular sports such as flag football, soccer, basketball, baseball, volleyball, lacrosse, and tennis.

Website: www.i9sports.com then type in your zip code

YMCA Summer Camps
Various Locations - The YMCA of Greater Cleveland knows that every kid is different. That's why we offer a variety of camps for each individual child's needs. From summer camps to holiday camps, we’re confident you’ll find one that’s a good fit. 
Phone: (216) 781-1337
Website: www.ClevelandYMCA.org

Xcelerate Nike Boys & Girls Lacrosse Camp
Baldwin Wallace U, Findlay Hall, 265 Beech St, Berea, OH 44017
Website: www.USSportsCamps.com

Boys Camp - July 7-10, 2025

Girls Camp - July 28-31, 2025

The Gathering Place - Summer Camp

Join us for our 24th year of summertime fun for children aged 6-10 impacted by cancer.

About our camp:

• Unique therapeutic & recreational experience for children
• Develop & build new coping and problem solving skills
• Strengthen communication skills and build resilience
• Spanish speaking TGP Staff onsite
• Lunch provided for children attending camp

 Location: Community Arts Center | 2937 W 25^th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Any questions about camp or the application process? Please contact Whitney Hadley | 216-455-1522 or kids@touchedbycancer.org.

Cheerful Day Camp

Cheerful Day Camp offers a traditional day camp experience to school-aged youth (5-22nd birthday) with a disability, adapting program activities to the needs of the individual. The program includes games, crafts, swimming and more on a daily basis, Monday-Friday, for 9 weeks during the summer from 8:30am to 4pm.

By providing the necessary supports to make activities work for each camper, Cheerful Day Camp is able to ensure children and young people have the opportunity to enjoy summer fun all season.

June 9 - August 15.

Learn more and Register.

SMILE Summer Camp

Therapeutic Day Camp Directed by a Speech Language Therapist

SMILE Summer Camp^™ is a therapeutic day camp led by a speech-language therapist. The camp alternates weekly with the 10-16 age group and the 6-10 age group. Campers engage in structured learning activities in addition to daily field trips to generalize skills while focusing on social skills, communication, and emotional regulation. This therapeutic program was developed specifically for children with disabilities to provide them with a fun and interactive way to develop social skills, participate in the activities that typical kids take for granted, and work on their IEP goals. We want to help your child have a better summer!

Learn more and Register.