ABC Chefs Cooking Academy has been inspiring Tampa Bay kids in the kitchen since 2008, offering week-long summer cooking camps for ages 5–13 at Countryside Mall in Clearwater. Each themed week — from MasterChef Jr. to TikTok Treats — features real hands-on cooking in a professional kitchen with morning and afternoon sessions available Monday–Thursday. Our alumni have appeared on MasterChef Junior, Chopped Junior, and Guy’s Grocery Games — it all starts here.

The all-new 2026 Camp Invention® program, Spark, is coming to curious kids in your community this summer! Rising K-6 campers will collaborate with friends to tackle hands-on, open-ended challenges. They’ll team up with robotic capybaras, ride the waves of entrepreneurship, uncover the power of protecting their ideas and build a DIY space rocket! Each experience is designed to spark confidence, build persistence and create unforgettable summer memories. Visit invent.org/save/camp to secure your spot! Register using CIFUN25 by 3/31 to save $25 or CIFUN20 by 4/28 to save $20 when you register. Interest-free payment plans are available, making camp affordable for all families.

Discover the art of programming in Code/Art’s Creative Coding Camp! Create digital art, animations, and games using JavaScript and Scratch. No prior coding experience is needed to unlock both creative and technical skills.

Swiftie Camp runs July 6 to 10 with upbeat routines, bracelet‑making, and pop‑themed crafts inspired by Taylor Swift. A fun “Shake It Off Performance” for family and friends wraps up the week.

Craft your own ceramic table setting! Combining wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques, campers will create a unique bowl, plate, and mug. Drawing inspiration from the bold patterns of Jun Kaneko and the timeless forms of ancient pottery on exhibition.

If you’re looking for the best summer camps in Tampa Bay, Tampa Prep’s Summer Programs offer something for everyone from sports to STEM, on our downtown campus located on Tampa’s famed Riverwalk. Camp Terrapin at Tampa Prep is a co-ed sports & fine arts summer camp for kids entering grades 1 – 8. Your child will have an opportunity to experience an incredible variety of activities in fun, safe spaces with the best camp counselors! In addition to Camp Terrapin, Tampa Prep’s Summer Programs also include Enrichment, STEM & Sports camps & classes for grades 1 – 12, giving students the opportunity to start their school year fully prepared for academic challenges.

Campers plan, film, and edit their own videos using cameras, green screens, and editing tools—plus off-screen planning and creative activities.

Perfect for ages 7+ (will accept mature 6 yr olds). This camp teaches beginner sewing skills through fun and functional projects. Campers will build confidence as they cut, stitch, and create by hand! Campers will complete the following: T-shirt with basic embroidery stitches and paint, Embroidery hoop wall hanging, Hand sewn stuffy (bear, bunny, or llama), Free form journal with sewn and crafted cover, Embroidered canvas (pouch, tote, apron, or drawstring bag).

Perfect for ages 7+ (will accept mature 6 yr olds). This camp is perfect for animal lovers and outdoor explorers. Campers will create hands-on projects inspired by woodland animals and critters—developing practical skills while having fun! Campers will complete the following: T-shirt and Bird Pebble Art, Pocket Mouse Family, Birdhouse and Pompom Bird, Hedgehog Family, Animal Pillow & Pet Adoption Card.

Registration is now open for Patel Conservatory dance, music and theater summer camps and classes, which begin the week of June 1. Dozens of camps and classes are offered for students of all ages and experience levels. Camps and classes vary, with offerings like musical theater camps, Next Generation Ballet intensives and music camps. New this year is the Mens Vocal Invitational.

Heldeberg Workshop offers outdoor classes in science, fine art, folk art, performing arts, and high adventure for children entering kindergarten through high school. Our classes are led by experts, artisans, and certified teachers who want to share their knowledge and skills with kids.

During Summer Camp Imagination, campers will enjoy 8 weeks of imaginative themes, make new friends, and more!

Dive into the world of stop-motion animation and create your own movie from start to finish! Students will learn how to storyboard their narrative, create characters and props, and film their own original movies.

Our Summer Theatre devising camp offers exciting programming, fusing the performing arts with STEM subject material. Each day, your child will learn choral singing, developing their ability to harmonize, they will learn how to improvise and develop scenes, and they will get to learn the basics of numerous design areas – puppet making, costuming, lighting, and more! Both gluttons for the stage and those who prefer backstage welcome.

Shape bold visions inspired by ceramic masters! Campers will transform slabs and coils of clay into a trio of expressive works, exploring dreamscapes, patterns, and monumental forms. Drawing inspiration from the majestic Dangos of Jun Kaneko.

Level up your sketchbook game! Combining inspiration from ancient artifacts and contemporary exhibitions, turn your ideas into art. Experiment with watercolor and mixed-media techniques to express yourself on every page.

Designed for ages 6+, this camp encourages self-expression through colorful, wearable, and functional projects—all made by hand.