Summer Camp Guide for Mobile County Families

Planning summer activities for your kids? Our 2026 Summer Camp Guide for Mobile County families highlights some of the best summer camps in Mobile and the surrounding areas. From sports camps and art camps to STEM programs, faith-based camps, and specialty experiences, there are plenty of opportunities for kids to learn new skills, stay active, and make new friends this summer.

Below you’ll find camps located throughout Mobile, West Mobile, Midtown, Saraland, Tillman’s Corner, and nearby communities, along with helpful details like ages, camp dates, and registration information. Be sure to bookmark this page and check back as we will be adding more camps as they are announced!

Last Updated: March 2026

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⭐ Featured Camp Spotlight ⭐

Camp Bloom at Bloom Play Studio

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If you’re looking for a creative summer camp experience for younger kids in Mobile, Camp Bloom at Bloom Play Studio offers fun themed weeks throughout the summer filled with hands-on activities and imaginative play. Campers enjoy activities such as arts and crafts, themed games, and interactive play designed to keep kids engaged and having fun.

Location: 2561 Old Shell Road, Mobile, Al 36607
Ages: Ages 2.5-10 (*must be toilet independent)
Camp Dates: Multiple themed weeks throughout the summer in June & July

🔗 Register or learn more:
Children’s Cooking — BLOOM Play Studio and Kid’s Kitchen

⭐ Featured Summer Camps ⭐

These camps offer unique programs and experiences for kids throughout the summer in Mobile County.

STEAMCamp

STEAMCamp for Kids is a high-energy, hands-on summer experience designed to spark curiosity and build confidence in children ages 5-14. Our camps blend Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math into unforgettable, screen-free adventures where kids design, build, experiment, and create. From engineering challenges and robotics to culinary labs, nature-based art, and creative design projects, every week offers a new theme and fresh excitement.

Led by a team of local educators and passionate instructors, STEAMCamp focuses on problem-solving, teamwork, and real-world skills, all in a fun, encouraging environment where kids feel empowered to try new things. Whether your child loves inventing, building, exploring, cooking, or creating, there’s a camp designed just for them.

With multiple locations across Mobile and Baldwin County and flexible weekly options, STEAMCamp makes summer camp engaging, meaningful, and unforgettable.

✨Take a look at their Instagram to see more of the summer fun campers can expect!

Location: Mobile, Spanish Fort, Fairhope and Gulf Shores
Ages: 5-14
🔗Links: Registration | Website

NatureBLAST at the Mobile Botanical Gardens

NatureBLAST, a summer camp at the Mobile Botanical Gardens, invites campers ages 4-12 to explore the diverse garden habitat and develop foundational knowledge of the natural world through hands-on learning!

✨ Included in this week of outdoor fun:

-Interaction with local animals, insects and plants through presentations by The Environmental Center, Alabama Audubon, MBG beekeeper and docents!

-Hands-on science activities and garden exploration

-Nature-inspired art projects

-Plenty of time outside, exploring our fascinating natural home!

Location: Mobile Botanical Gardens
Ages: 4-12
Camp Dates: Half-Day Camp (ages 4-8) June 8-11 | Full Day Camp (ages 9-12) June 15-18

🔗 Registration Links: Half Day Camp (Ages 4-8) | Full Day Camp (Ages 9-12)

Mobile Ballet 2026 Summer Camps

Give your child a magical summer of dance, creativity, and fun! Our themed ballet camps are offered at both our studios in Mobile and Daphne, for dancers ages 3-5 and ages 6-9. Designed to spark imagination and build ballet foundations, our themed summer day camps offer a fun introduction for new dancers while helping current students enhance their skills in the summer. The magic includes: Age-appropriate ballet technique, storytelling through movement, creative choreography games and character exploration, confidence-building activities, and a special performance for family.

Location: Mobile & Daphne
Ages: Ages 3-5 & Ages 6-9
Camp Dates: Cinderella Camp JUNE 15-19 (Mon-Fri) | Nutcracker Camp – JULY 27-31 (Mon-Fri)

🔗 Website / Registration: Register online at mobileballet.org/ballet-school/summer-programs. Find out more information at mobileballet.org or call 251-342-2241.

Awaken Christian Academy Summer Camp

Awaken Christian Academy Daycare invites children ages 5–11 to join our exciting Summer Camp, running May 26–July 24. Camp is held Monday–Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for $160 per week. Kids will enjoy arts and crafts, water games, Bible lessons, special events, and more in a fun, faith-based environment. For details and registration, visit awakenchristianacademy.net/summer-camp.

Location: 1501 Knollwood Drive – Mobile, AL 36695
Ages: 5-11
Camp Dates: May 26–July 24, 6:30a – 5:30p

🔗 Website | https://www.awakenchristianacademy.net/summer-camp

Mobile Parks and Recreation Department Kids Summer Camp

Mobile Parks & Recreation Department’s MPRD Kids Summer Camp offers a fun and engaging summer experience for children across Mobile. Campers will participate in activities designed to encourage creativity, teamwork, and exploration while staying active throughout the summer. Each week includes opportunities for kids to explore new ideas, express themselves through art and culture, stay active, and participate in hands-on challenges in a supportive environment. Camps are hosted at several community centers throughout Mobile, making it convenient for families across the city.

✨ Camp Highlights

• creative arts and cultural activities
• hands-on challenges and games
• active play and recreation
• community-based programs

Locations: Dotch, Hillsdale, Hope, Seals, and Harmon Community Centers (Mobile, AL)
Ages: Youth program (check with MPRD for specific age groups)
Camp Dates: June 1 – August 7
Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM

Cost: $35 registration fee | $40 per camper per week

🔗 More Information: Email: MPRD@cityofmobile.org | Registration Opens: April 1

Mobile Area Summer Camps

Anchor Academy

The USS Alabama is excited to offer ANCHOR ACADEMIES for kids! These four-day sessions will be open to all rising 1st– 6th grade students. Academies are full of fun and enriching activities, hands-on object learning, art, outdoor activities, STEM activities, and guest speakers! Students will explore and learn more about the USS Alabama and World War II through deeper engagement with the exhibits on the USS Alabama and with our experts and will have daily hands-on activities with artifacts.

🔗 Website: Education – USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park

Awaken Christian Academy Summer Camp

Location: 1501 Knollwood Drive – Mobile, AL 36695
Ages: 5-11
Camp Dates: May 26–July 24, 6:30a – 5:30p

🔗 Website | https://www.awakenchristianacademy.net/summer-camp

Azalea City Montessori Summer Camp

Location: 18 W. Pierpoint Dr – Mobile, AL 36606
Ages: Primary Camp (preK3 to 1st) and Elementary Camp (Grades 1st-3rd)
Summer Camp Hours: 8am – 3pm | Extended Summer Camp Hours: 8am – 5pm

🔗 Website: Summer Camp — Azalea City Montessori

Camp Bloom at Bloom Play Studio

Location: 2561 Old Shell Road, Mobile, Al 36607
Ages: Ages 2.5-10 (*must be toilet independent)
Camp Dates: Multiple themed weeks throughout the summer in June & July

🔗 Register or learn more: bloomplaystudio.com/shop

Camp Smile

UCP’s Camp SMILE offers four (one-week, age-specific) sessions for individuals with disabilities and their siblings. Camp takes place during the months of June & July, typically the last week of June and the first three weeks of July

🔗 Website: Programs | Camp SMILE

Connect Camps

Location: Luke 4:18 Fellowship – Mobile, AL
Ages: K-8th
Camp Dates: June 15th-19th

Connect Camps is a remarkable one-week day camp experience close to home with activities to engage each camper in non-stop fun and help them grow in their faith.

🔗 Website: Mobile, AL – Connect Camps

Dauphin Island Sea Lab Summer Camp

The Discovery Hall Programs offer a variety of programs for all ages during the summer, ranging from single-day programs to residential camps and academic courses. Our highly qualified educators guide campers and students through all activities, and residential students are well-supervised by our exceptional counselors.

🔗 Website: Summer Camps – Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Dearborn YMCA Summer Camp Program

Our Summer Camp welcomes all kids to discover who they are and imagine who they can be, with programs that foster lifelong skills, build self-confidence and create lasting friendships.

🔗 Website: www.dearbornymca.org/programs

Exploreum Academy

Location: Exploreum Science Center
Ages: 4-13
Camp Dates: June 1st-July 31st

Designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, our engaging programs let kids explore exciting science topics through experiments, projects, and interactive activities.

🔗 Website: Summer Sessions | Exploreum Science Center

Full Scale School Rock Band Camp

Full Scale’s most popular offerings are Rock Band Class and Rock Band Camp, where elementary, middle, and high school aged students can work with music teachers in an ensemble setting to form a band to play popular music. Usually these groups include keyboard players, a drummer, guitar, bass and vocals but can also include brass and strings.

🔗 Website: www.fullscaleschool.com

Inner Strength Taekwondo Summer Camp

Location: Inner Strength
Ages: 5-12
Camp Dates: June 1 – July 31

Most summer programs keep kids busy. We build confidence, discipline, and focus while keeping them active and engaged.

🔗 Website: Summer Camp Mobile | Inner Strength Taekwondo

Max 3 Martial Arts Summer Camp

Locations: Hillcrest Road & Dawes Road
Camp Dates: TBA

More information on summer camp coming soon! We don’t just teach kicks and punches – we build confident leaders, disciplined athletes, and unstoppable mindsets. Our classes challenge students to push past their limits, develop life skills, and discover the power of a Black Belt Attitude. Interested in classes? See our website for our exclusive web special!

🔗 Website: https://max3training.com

Mobile Ballet Summer Camps

Location: Mobile & Daphne
Ages: Ages 3-5 & Ages 6-9
Camp Dates: Cinderella Camp JUNE 15-19 (Mon-Fri) | Nutcracker Camp – JULY 27-31 (Mon-Fri)

Designed to spark imagination and build ballet foundations, our themed summer day camps offer a fun introduction for new dancers while helping current students enhance their skills in the summer. The magic includes: Age-appropriate ballet technique, storytelling through movement, creative choreography games and character exploration, confidence-building activities, and a special performance for family.

🔗 Website / Registration: Register online at mobileballet.org/ballet-school/summer-programs. Find out more information at mobileballet.org or call 251-342-2241.

Mobile Parks & Recreation Department Kids Summer Camp

🔗 More Information: Email MPRD@cityofmobile.org

Mobile Symphony Youth Orchestra Summer Program

Keep playing your instrument during June and July and learn new skills under the expert guidance of a professional string teacher.

🔗 Website: Programs – Mobile Symphony Orchestra

NatureBlast

Location: Mobile Botanical Gardens
Ages: 4-12
Camp Dates: Half-Day Camp (ages 4-8) June 8-11 | Full Day Camp (ages 9-12) June 15-18

🔗 Registration Links: Half Day Camp (Ages 4-8) | Full Day Camp (Ages 9-12)

NatureNauts Summer STEM Camps

Location: Bellingrath Gardens & Home
Ages: 5-7, 8-11

Welcome to an unforgettable summer experience for your child at Bellingrath Gardens & Home! Our NatureNauts Summer STEM Camps offer a unique blend of education, adventure, and fun in the heart of nature. Read on to discover how your child can grow and learn in the extraordinary setting of Bellingrath Gardens.

🔗 Website: NatureNauts Summer STEM Camps – Bellingrath Gardens

North Mobile Summer Camp

Location: 1255 Industrial Pkwy, Saraland, AL 36571
Ages: K3-6th grade

🔗 Website: Summer Camp – North Mobile Christian School

Planet Gymnastics Summer Camp

We host a variety of themed camps over the summer at affordable rates. Ages 4 to 16 (4- and 5-year-olds are limited to half days). Campers will have a variety of structured activities and games during the day, and lots of open play time in the gym.

🔗 Website: Special Events — Planet Gymnastics

Semmes First Baptist CDC Summer Camp

🔗 Website: semmesfirstbaptistcdc.com/information.html

St. Luke’s Camp Wildcat

Ages K3-6th Grade
Camp Dates: June 1st and ends July 31st (7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.)

St. Luke’s Summer Day Camp: Camp Wildcat registration is now open for students in rising K3 to rising 6th grade enrolled at St. Luke’s for the 2026 – 2027 school year and campers who previously attended camp. Camp starts June 1st and ends July 31st (7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.) The camp is $200 a week for St. Luke’s families and $240 a week for non-St. Luke’s families. Enjoy field trips and fun-themed weeks.

Registration information: Register now to reserve your spot! Call 251-666-2991 or email campwildcat@slesmobile.org.

SteamCamp

Locations: Mobile, Spanish Fort, Fairhope and Gulf Shores

Ages: 5-14

Camp Dates: Mobile, Spanish Fort, Fairhope and Gulf Shores

🔗 Website | Registration | Instagram

Sunny Side Theater Drama Summer Camps

Sunny Side Theater’s Drama Camps have been a Mobile fixture since 2002. What started as a two-week camp has turned into a full-time summer program meeting the needs of kids and families desiring an immersive experience. Campers play theater games, participate in show rehearsals, learn about styling and characterization, and paint sets all while putting together a full-length play.

🔗 Website: www.sunnysidedrama.com/camps

University of South Alabama Summer Camp

Summer Camps are for children who are rising 1st-8th graders. Campers must have completed kindergarten and may not be entering 9th grade or higher; no exceptions. We offer seven one-week sessions in the summer.

🔗 Website: southalabama.edu/departments/campusrec/summpercamps/general-info.html

Watermelon Patch Summer Camp

Location: 6417 Hillcrest Park Ct. Mobile, AL 36695
Summer day camp with us is a great time that will entertain and delight any child from 12 months to 6 years old. Like with our regular school year, families can choose anywhere from two to five-day options. Hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and extended hours are available until 4:30 pm from After the Patch Afternoon Care.

🔗 Website: www.watermelonpatchkids.com/summer-camp