Is your child into science, technology, engineering, art or mathematics? Help them find a hands-on summer camp in metro Detroit and Ann Arbor that will pique their curiosity.
These summer camps fill up fast. Be sure to register ahead of time. Prices and locations for the camps are subject to change.
Looking for more summer camps? Check out our ultimate guide to find the best summer camps for Metro Detroit kids.
Featured STEM Summer Camps for Metro Detroit Kids
In this section, Metro Parent’s advertising partners share their top summer camp offerings.
Camp Mirage Brighton
June 9-Aug. 29, 2025
- Address: 4440 Brighton Road, Howell
- Phone: 810-279-0189
- Cost: $180 or less per week for each day cap
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Brighton treats every camper like family. Their excellent counselors teach and guide campers and help build self-confidence, social skills, and independence. Campers leave feeling like Camp Mirage is their camp, their family, and their home away from home.
From sports and science to arts and adventure, Camp Mirage offers over 40 themed summer day camps that let kids ages 5-14 explore their passions in a fun, supportive environment. It has the convenience of daily camp Monday through Friday, with the flexibility of before and after care all summer long.
Camp Mirage Canton
June 16-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 1240 Beck Road, Canton
- Phone: 734-210-1360
- Cost: $185/week Junior Day Camp, $175/week Summer Day Camp, flexible before/after care options
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Canton offers the excitement and camaraderie of overnight camp in a day camp setting! With a variety of activities from sports to science, arts to adventure, the camp creates an unforgettable summer for every child.
Campers have the opportunity to embrace the great outdoors and focus on building new friendships while enjoying quality time in nature. It’s all about fun and making memories in a safe, supportive environment. Camp favorites include Camp Awesomesauce, Pokemon Cam, Nerf, Pickleball, Lego Masters and Grossology.
Camp Mirage Farmington Hills
June 9-Aug. 29, 2025 (camps may vary)
- Address: 35415 West 14 Mile Road, Farmington Hills
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $175-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Farmington Hills brings the ultimate summer experience to kids who love to explore, create and stay active. Whether your child is interested in high-energy sports, artistic expression, or out-of-the-box activities, we have a camp to match their passion!
With more than 40 themed weekly camps to choose from—including robotics, outdoor adventure, slime-making, and flag football—your camper will find something new and exciting each week. Camp Mirage’s welcoming environment encourages kids to be themselves while making lasting friendships and lifelong memories.
Camp Mirage Plymouth (5 Mile)
June 9-Aug. 29, 2025 (camps may vary)
- Address: 39500 Five Mile Road, Plymouth
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $175-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Plymouth (5 Mile) takes summer fun seriously! Their action-packed lineup of 40+ themed camps ensures that every child finds an activity that sparks their curiosity and excitement.
From sports and outdoor adventures to STEM-based challenges, campers can immerse themselves in creative, energetic and skill-building experiences. Whether they’re launching into a Nerf battle, crafting DIY masterpieces or learning teamwork on the soccer field, kids will leave each day feeling accomplished and eager for more.
Camp Mirage Plymouth (N. Territorial)
June 9-Aug. 29, 2025 (camps may vary)
- Address: 45201 N. Territorial Road, Plymouth
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $175-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
Camp Mirage Plymouth (N. Territorial) is where adventure meets creativity! Each week, campers can dive into a variety of unique themes that challenge their minds and bodies.
Whether your child wants to build a business, master a sport, craft an art project, or solve thrilling mysteries, there’s a camp for them! Camp Mirage’s experienced and enthusiastic staff foster a safe and encouraging environment, making sure every camper feels confident, included, and ready for a summer full of fun.
Camp Mirage Troy
June 9-Aug. 29, 2025 (camps may vary)
- Address: 6363 Livernois Road, Troy
- Phone: 734-420-4655
- Cost: Michigan camp locations range from $175-$199 per week (Monday-Friday), before and After Care cost is $10 per hour and is billed at the end of the week.
- Best for ages: 5-14
If you’re looking for an exciting one-week adventure for your child or reliable full summer childcare, you’ve found the perfect place! Camp Mirage Troy offers the fun and camaraderie of overnight camp in a day camp setting.
What sets us apart is our wide variety of 40 weekly themed camps throughout the summer, including Business Boot Camp, Girl Power, Dude Camp, Hollywood Movie Making, Lego Minecraft, Nerf Zombie Apocalypse, Grossology and Freaky Experiments, Princesses and Superheroes, and all the classic sports like basketball, soccer, pickleball, flag football and street hockey. Camp Mirage prides themselves on creating an inclusive environment where every child feels comfortable, celebrated and encouraged to be their true, unique self.
Summer Academic Programs at LTU
June 23-27, July 7-22, July 14-18, July 21-25, 2025
- Address: 21000 W. Ten Mile Road, Southfield
- Phone: 800-225-5588
- Cost: Varies, see website for details
- Best for ages: 14-23
Help shape the future of STEM with the Marburger STEM Center’s immersive high school summer programs! Connect with a dedicated community of innovators in engineering, technology, design, and science, all united by a passion for discovery and innovation.
With expert instructors by your side, you will delve into groundbreaking advancements and tackle hands-on challenges that will inspire your next big idea.
LTU’s state-of-the-art labs and studios are where your potential comes to life — equipped with the tools and technology to turn curiosity into innovation. This is not just a summer program; it is a chance to explore, innovate, and shape the future.
Michigan Council of Women in Technology Foundation (MCWT) – Camp Infinity
Multiple one-week iterations from June 16-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: Various locations in Michigan
- Phone: 248-204-6052, ext. 1104
- Cost: $125 per camper including light breakfast and lunch each day
- Best for ages: Grades 5-8 (Girls)
Camp Infinity is a one-week technology camp for girls. Through hands-on activities, campers explore robotics, cybersecurity and web development, tailored to their grade level. Younger campers program robots like Ozobot Evo, while older students learn JavaScript and cybersecurity fundamentals.
Campers also connect with tech professionals, gaining insights into STEM careers. Held across Michigan (Detroit, Lansing, Rochester, and more). Scholarships are available.
Camp Westminster
June 16-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: 116 Westminster Drive, Roscommon
- Phone: 313-341-8969
- Cost: $840/week for overnight camp, $330/week day camp
- Best for ages: 7-17
Camp Westminster on Higgins Lake has been a beloved summer camp and retreat center in northern Michigan for 100 years! Westminster creates a welcoming community where campers gain confidence, independence and lifelong friendships while exploring faith and nature.
Campers enjoy swimming, boating, high ropes, archery, arts and outdoor skills, plus unique programs like NASA STEAM, ice cream making and Magic the Gathering. High schoolers can challenge themselves with trips and leadership programs. As a tech-free camp, Westminster helps campers unplug, be present and make unforgettable memories on the crystal-clear waters of Higgins Lake!
Community Sailing School
June 9-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 3206 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township
- Phone: 586-291-4802
- Cost: $200-$700/week
- Best for ages: 6-18
The Community Sailing School Foundation, CSSF, is Southeast Michigan’s premiere Junior Sailing Program. The program takes place on Cass Lake. Have fun on the lake this summer while learning how to sail and enjoy other water activities.
No experience is required, instructors are U.S. Sailing certified. Bring lunch in an insulated bag, life jacket and everything you would need for a day at the beach.
Kids on Campus at Schoolcraft College
July 7-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 18600 Haggerty Road, Livonia
- Phone: 734-462-4448
- Cost: $259, cost of specialty camps may vary
- Best for ages: 5-18
Spark your child’s curiosity this summer with hands-on learning activities guided by experienced, passionate instructors!
Kids ages 5-18 will engage in career-oriented summer camps that focus on technology, the arts, science and more, all in Schoolcraft College’s welcoming campus environment. Scholarships are available.
Roeper Summer Programs
June 23-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 41190 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills
- Phone: 248-203-7370
- Cost: Varies by program, see website for details include discount information
- Best for ages: 3-12 (ages vary by program)
Roeper Summer Programs provide an enriching camp experience on a beautiful 13-acre campus with pools, nature trails, and playgrounds. Roeper offers traditional Day Camps, Specialty Camps that combine focused activities with free-choice options, and Theatre Camps featuring singing, dancing and design.
Campers choose daily activities, fostering independence and creativity. Exploration Campers have scheduled swim time, while others can opt for pool activities. No two days are the same! Tuition includes daily hot lunch and snacks, with Before and After Care available for an additional fee.
WCC Future U Summer Camps
July 7-Aug. 8, 2025
- Address: 4800 E. Huron River Drive, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $170-650 with scholarships available
- Best for ages: 7-17
Future U camps provide innovative, hands-on learning opportunities motivated by fun activities. Whether your child is a Future Maker, Future Engineer, Future Professional, Future Technologist, or Future Explorer they’ll have fun exploring in these summer camps delivered live in-person this summer. Find your perfect camp experience with flexible full-day or half-day options.
Scholarships are available for students in the 48197 and 48198 area codes, making camp accessible at little to no cost. Learn from expert WCC faculty, gain hands-on experience in exciting career fields and celebrate your achievements with a WCC Certificate of Completion at the end of the week. Future U camps provide a fun and engaging way to explore potential career paths—don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity.
More STEM Summer Camps in Metro Detroit
Summer Camps at Michigan Science Center
June-August 2025
- Address: 5020 John R St., Detroit
- Cost: Check website
- Best for ages: 6-13
Every year, Mi-Sci summer camp offers kids a chance to break loose with wacky science experiments and activities, plus access to stage shows and the theater.
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. For an extra $60/child STEM program sessions can be added to the camp.
Camp Fascinate at Fascination Factory
June-August 2025
- Address: 2295 E. Lincoln St., Birmingham
- Cost: See website for details.
- Best for ages: 3-6
Discover a world of wonder at Fascination Factory’s Camp Fascinate! Tailored for younger kids, this Montessori-inspired summer adventure blends weekly themes, learning toys, and unique experiences.
Coding Camps at iCode Troy
June-August 2025
- Address: 2914 W. Maple Road, Troy
- Cost: Prices vary by camp
- Best for ages: 6-18
The coding summer camps at iCode Troy are divided up by age. Some of the unique camps include Digital Fashionista: Creating Wearable Technology, Digital DJ: Creating Music with Sonic Pi and Minecraft: Modding Adventure. Here is a full list of course options by grade.
AccelerateKid
June-August 2025
- Address: 24404 Catherine Industrial Drive, Novi
- Cost: See website for details
- Best for ages: 5-13
Dive into the digital world with our live, virtual coding and robotics camps! From ScratchJr for young learners to advanced Python and Java for older campers, AccelerateKid makes tech fun and accessible.
Summer Camps at Leslie Science & Nature Center
June 16-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor
- Cost: $375
- Best for Ages: 4-11 years old
Explore Leslie Science & Nature Center’s engaging camps! From Dino Detectives uncovering dinosaur secrets and Teeny Tiny Travelers sparking imagination to Nature’s Superheroes teaching conservation, each camp offers a week of hands-on learning, ensuring an unforgettable summer adventure.
Snapology of Troy
June-August 2025
- Address: 925 E. Auburn Road, Rochester Hills
- Cost: Cost varies per camp, workshop
- Best for ages: 5-12
Choose from STEAM summer camps and workshops, blending play with learning in robotics, coding, and more. Each program promises a blend of education and excitement, ensuring a summer filled with creativity, friends and new skills.
Summer Camps at Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum
June 9-Aug. 22, 2025
- Address: 220 E. Ann St., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $375
- Best for Ages: 5-14
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum offers exciting summer camps for K-8. Explore robotics, forensics, flight and more through hands-on science fun.
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History
June 12-Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: 1105 N. University Ave., Ann Arbor
- Cost: $125-$450
- Best for ages: 4-13
Dive into Camp Explorations for a science-packed summer adventure! Kids in grades Pre-K to 8 can explore archaeology to zoology through hands-on experiments and activities. Special sessions for little explorers and middle school STEM enthusiasts.
The Robot Garage
June-August 2025
- Address: 637 S. Eton St., Birmingham
- Cost: $419
- Best for ages: 6-12
Ignite creativity at The Robot Garage Summer Camps! Grades 1-6 explore LEGO Masters, Minecraft, Video Game Design and Battle Bots with hands-on robotics and engineering fun.
The Henry Ford Summer Camp
June 23-Aug. 1, 2025
- Address: 20900 Oakwood Boulevard, Dearborn
- Cost: $425
- Best for ages: 7-12
Dive into innovation this summer at The Henry Ford Summer Camps! Explore behind-the-scenes adventures, hands-on experiments, and the stories of American creativity. Open for grades 2-7, with artifact explorations and unique learning experiences.
Science Engineering Exploration Camp at University of Detroit Mercy
July 2025
- Address: 4001 W. McNichols Road, Detroit
- Cost: See website for details
- Best for ages: 14-17
Explore the world of engineering and biomedical sciences at University of Detroit Mercy’s SEEC Summer Camps! Engage in hands-on activities like coding, robotics, and 3D printing for rising 9th-12th graders.
This article was recently updated on Feb. 2, 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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