Let’s face it — summer camps are expensive. Finding a combination of childcare and educational programming can end up being a pricey endeavor.
Not all summer camps are priced the same, however. Some, like these more affordable summer camps in metro Detroit offer campers the same quality educational and exciting experiences as their more expensive counterparts at a fraction of the price.
These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure to register ahead of time. Prices and locations for the camps are subject to change.
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More affordable summer camps in metro Detroit
Macomb Day Camp at Macomb YMCA
June 23-Aug. 29, 2025
- Address: 10 North River Road. Mount Clemens
- Cost: $235-$290/five days
- Best for ages: 5-11
Campers are encouraged to have fun and make lifelong friendships while participating in group activities, developing creativity, independence and teamwork. They’ll take part in creative arts, sports, swimming, STEAM, outdoor education, field trips and more.
Boys and Girls Club of Troy
Begins June 9, 2025
- Address: 3670 John R Road, Troy
- Cost: Prices start at $110/week with the $70 annual fee
- Best for ages: 6-18
The Boys and Girls Club of Troy offers a very affordable rate for a six-hour daily schedule from Monday-Friday. Before and aftercare is available for an additional $5/hour. Kids will have the opportunity to do arts and crafts, play sports, explore the outdoors and more.
D&M Art Studio
June 16-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 755 Cherry Hill, Suite 3, Canton
- Cost: $199-$209 for 5-day camp
- Best for ages: 5-16
Campers are split into two age groups: 5-10 years old and 11-16 years old. Younger students have fun themes each week, while older kids focus more heavily on different techniques and mediums.
Farm Camp at Maybury Farm
June 17-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 50165 Eight Mile Road, Northville
- Cost: $360/four day sessions
- Best for ages: 6-12
Each session covers a different topic on farm life, from chickens to tractors. Kids will learn about the care and function of animals while helping in the barn and about the cycle of planting, growing and harvesting while helping out in the Farm Garden.
Leslie Science & Nature Center Summer Camps
June-August 2025
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $325-$375
- Best for ages: PreK to fifth grade
The Leslie Science and Nature Center along with the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum offer a wide range of educational and affordable summer camps for kids as young as 4 years old.
Sloan Museum of Discovery
June-August 2025
- Address: 1221 E. Kearsley St., Flint
- Cost: See website for details
- Best for Ages: 5-17
Flint’s Sloan Museum of Discovery is a great addition to affordable summer camp options in metro Detroit. While camp days are shorter than some other local summer camps, the prices are hard to beat.
Summer Camp at The Salvation Army
June-August 2025
- Address: Locations around metro Detroit
- Cost: $35/week
- Best for Ages: 5 to 13 years old
This Christian-based camp includes daily teachings from the Bible alongside games, field trips, arts and crafts projects, and outdoor activities. Kids are served lunch and snacks daily.
Boll YMCA Theater Camp
Aug.4-Aug. 8, 2025
- Address: 1401 Broadway Street, Detroit
- Cost: $275
- Best for ages: 8-11
While any summer camps in general can be expensive, theater camps in particular tend to run on the pricier side. The Boll YMCA theater camp is an exception, and kids still get a world class theater camp experience that culminates in a performance at the Marlene Boll Theatre.
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This article was recently updated on Feb. 4, 2025 by Metro Parent’s writer, Sarah Knieff. The updates reflect the latest information. Questions? Please reach out to editor@metroparent.com.
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