Traverse City Summer Day Camps 2026 (with Registration Dates & Pricing)

Written By Kira

Northern Michigan offers an incredible variety of summer day camps designed to keep kids active, entertained, and learning all season long. From outdoor adventures to arts, science, and sports programs, there’s something for every child to enjoy. Summer may seem far away, but camp registration often fills up fast, so it’s never too early to start planning.

In this roundup, you’ll discover a wide selection of Traverse City summer day camps catering to all ages and interests. Whether your child dreams of exploring nature, honing their artistic skills, diving into STEM activities, or making new friends on the sports field, you’re sure to find the perfect fit. Check out our comprehensive guide to make this summer one to remember while keeping your kids happy, healthy, and engaged in the heart of Northern Michigan!

Camp Invention: Discover Multiple locations
Inspire your young innovator with a one-of-a-kind summer adventure! Exciting, hands-on challenges will spark curiosity and build their confidence as they dive into limitless STEM fun full of opportunities to imagine, experiment and create. Monday through Thursday $300. Registration open.

Old Mission Peninsula School: June 15-18
Cherry Knoll Elementary: TBD
Westwoods Elementary School: June 22-25
Suttons Bay
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YMCA Hayo-Went-Ha Sparks Day Camp
Day Camp at YMCA Camp Hayo-Went-Ha on Torch Lake is the perfect introduction to the adventure of our overnight programs! At Hayo-Went-Ha Camps, campers find growth through challenge, practice the skills of building relationships, and discover themselves and the world around them. Designed for campers 5-10 years old. Price $325 M-F. Registration open.
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Camp Carvela Day Camp
The Camp Carvela Day Camp combines fun and learning in a safe and supportive environment. From exciting outdoor activities to creative art projects, they strive to create memorable moments for your child (7-10 years old) every day. Breakfast, lunch and snack provided. Price $390 M-F. Registration open.
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Interlochen Arts Discovery Day
Designed for students ages 7 - 12, this week-by-week Interlochen and Traverse City area day camp offers students a chance to experience some of the magic of an Interlochen summer at a reduced cost while remaining flexible to family summer schedules. Registration Open.
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Camp Daggett Day Camp
Nestled in the heart of nature, Daggett Day Camp offers a dynamic and enriching experience for children ages 5-12 (camper must have completed kindergarten). Local Camper: $325 per week. Out of Area: $425 per week. Registration opens in the following waves:

Registration for returning campers: February 2nd, 2026 at 9AM EST
New Local Campers (who attend school in the Charlevoix-Emmet Intermediate School District): February 9th, 2026 at 9AM EST
New Out-of-Area Campers: February 16th, 2026 at 12AM EST
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Northwestern Michigan College - College for Kids - Traverse City
NMC’s College for Kids provides weekly enrichment courses for ages 4 to 17 including art, cooking, outdoor exploration and more.
Registration opens February 2nd 2026.
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Pathfinder Summer Camp - Traverse City
Pathfinder Day Camp offers four different age-group options: Young Explorers (1/2 Day Program for 3-4-year-olds), Explorers (4-5-year-olds), Discovery (5-9-year-olds), and Adventure (9-12-year-olds). Other than our 1/2 day program for Young Explorers, camp is a full day of fun in the sun. Register for one week or all weeks at a 10% discount. Registration open.
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Glen Arbor Arts Center Day Camp
Glen Arbor Arts Center Day Camps invite young artists to explore their creativity while learning foundational art techniques in a half day camp. Led by talented artist-teachers, these camps inspire joy through artistic exploration and nurture the unique talents of each child. With a supportive environment, campers discover new skills and unleash their natural creative potential. Registration Opens March 1st.
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Greenspire Summer Program
The Greenspire School has summer camps available for ages 9-18. Registration TBD.
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Norte Summer Bike Camp - Traverse City
Norte Youth Cycling's Summer Bike Camp is an adventure-based camp for all levels of riders from 1st through 10th grade. The sessions run weekly Monday-Thursday. Costs run from $235-$375. Registration TBD.
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Grand Traverse Conservation District’s Nature Day Camp - Traverse City
Nature Day Camp designed to encourage curiosity in the natural world, allow exploration of natural areas, and promote a sense of stewardship in the next generation. All Nature Day Camp sessions include outdoor activities, while providing a unique combination of content-rich programming and complimentary games and crafts. Open to campers ages 6-12. A session (week) of full day camp costs $400.00. Registration TBD.
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YMCA Summer Camp - Traverse City
The Y offers 5 different summer camps throughout the 10 weeks: Traditional, Leaders Club, Sports Camp, Science and Nature, and Art. Campers can mix and match camp weeks for a well rounded experience.  
Those with active Y family memberships will be able to apply to register for camp online on … TBD.
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Young Company’s Summer Camp and Workshops by Old Town Playhouse - Traverse City Young Company offers a full day performance arts camp for 9-16 year olds that meets Monday through Friday, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm and a half day camp for campers 5-8. Registration TBD.
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TACS Youth Sailing Camps
Ages 8-17 can learn the art and fun of sailing! Designed to teach sailing basics and beyond. When registering, please indicate experience level. Instruction is customized to the student! Beginning students each have their own Optimist Dinghy, sized just for young sailors: 8 foot long wooden sailing prams that are lightweight, safe and stable. These craft are so easy to operate that they are the world-wide choice of junior sailing programs. More advanced sailors will sail in the new Open Bics, Club 420s or Lasers. They hope to have 2025 Registration open around the 1st of February.
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***Not Yet Announced***

Elev8 Summer Camp
The summer programs at ELEV8 are full of climbing, games, crafts and good vibes - all designed to keep kids’ bodies moving, minds inspired, and souls nourished.
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Ranch Rudolph
Ranch Rudolph’s signature camps offer children ages 4 to 16 a unique opportunity to connect with horses while building confidence, resilience, and valuable life skills. With a focus on unplugging, teamwork, and hands-on learning, the program fosters friendships and a love for these incredible animals, creating unforgettable memories in a supportive, welcoming environment.
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Dance Arts Academy Two Day Camps
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Boyne Mountain Wakeboard Camp
Join Brian Snabes and his team for their incomparable five-day camps - including safe, super fun wakeboard instruction - and the chance to share laughter and fun with like-minded friends. Camps are open to boys and girls, aged 7 to 16, of all abilities.
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Human Nature School - Traverse City
Human Nature School is a weekly day camp for kids ages 6-12. The sessions are hands-on and experientially based, focused on Nature Adventure, Wilderness Survival and Wandering and Caretaking. An average day is spent outside playing games and exploring nature. There will be two camp locations: There will be two camp locations offered.
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Crooked Tree Arts Center Summer Art Camps
Crooked Tree offers weekly programs for 2 and a half hours each day with options ranging from Make Your Own Stuffed Animals to Mosiacs to Printmaking.
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Kids on the Go Multidisciplinary Camp - Traverse City
Kids On The Go camp is a free therapy day camp designed to provide physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for children with special needs. Programming is led by professional pediatric therapists and volunteers.
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TCAPS Summer Explorer Club 
TCAPS' Summer Explorers Clubs are designed to engage kindergarten through fifth grade learners during the summer months. Each week features different theme-based activities. Sign up for every week or just a few.
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Grand Traverse Tennis Camp
TBD

Grass River Natural Area Summer Camp
Grass River Natural Area will be hosting a 2025 summer day camp for children 6 to 11 years old. Your children can spend their summer catching salamanders in the wetlands, dipping nets in Finch Creek, building shelters in the woods, making tie dye, or enjoying the view along Grass River - perfect for the child that loves the outdoors.  Campers may be divided into groups by age.
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