2026 Milwaukee Summer Camp Guide

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Ready to kickstart an unforgettable summer for your kiddos? You’ve landed in the right place!

Our 2026 Summer Camp Guide is your go-to source for finding the perfect camp adventure. We’ve teamed up with fantastic local camp partners, offering a variety of choices tailored to your child’s interests and age. Whether they’re into arts, sports, STEM, or just want to explore the great outdoors, our guide has it all!

How to Navigate This Guide: Simply browse by category, age, or location to find your ideal match.

And if you’re a camp provider wanting to be part of this amazing lineup, we’d love to hear from you! Email Jessie at jessie@mkewithkids.com.

Let’s make this summer one for the books!

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Percussion Camp | Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
North Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, United States
Immerse yourself in a diverse percussion experience this summer at WCM! Build on your technique in snare drum, drum set, and mallet classes - focusing on rhythmic and melodic theory. Discover a new palette of captivating sounds as you experience small and large chamber percussion ensembles coached by WCM teaching artists. During afternoon rotations, students will explore world percussion styles from all around the globe taught by guest artists in the Milwaukee community. Percussion camp will ...
Piano Camp | Wisconsin Conservatory of Music
1584 North Prospect Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, United States
Are you a school-aged piano student looking for a unique musical experience with fellow pianists? At WCM's Piano Camp, students will have the opportunity to listen to andcollaborate with faculty and other students, attend specialized piano classes, explore piano chamber music, and perform in a showcase recital at the end of the week. Students will receive 1 to 2 individual private lessons with expert Conservatory piano faculty and explore a wide range of topics including sight-reading and sig...
Racine Zoo Summer Camp
2131 North Main Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53402, United States
Embark on an exciting adventure where every day brings a new discovery! At Racine Zoo Camp, kids dive into the world of animals through hands-on activities, up-close animal encounters, and guided explorations throughout the zoo. Campers meet animal care experts, observe feedings and training sessions, investigate habitats, and take part in interactive games and creative projects. Each day is designed to spark curiosity, build connections with nature, and inspire a love of wildlife.
Sapling Stories | Menomonee Valley Urban Ecolog...
3700 West Pierce Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53215, United States
This summer, your camper will experience unforgettable adventures in the Menomonee Valley! With its stunning prairies, winding trails, and vibrant wildlife, this location offers unique camps that inspire curiosity, creativity, and a connection to nature. From bilingual camps to eco-adventures, we have something special for everyone! Use your imagination to explore the park on expeditions! Focus each day with nature-themed stories, games, investigations and hands-on outdoor activities. Grade...
Sapling Stories | Washington Park Urban Ecology...
1859 North 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208
We are so excited to have summer camps available again at Washington Park! This summer, kids will uncover the magic of nature while exploring the beautiful lagoon, learning about local wildlife, and connecting with the world around them. Whether paddling, fishing, or discovering hidden habitats, your child will create lasting memories while building a love for the outdoors. Use your imagination to explore the park on expeditions! Focus each day with nature-themed stories, games, investigat...
Shoreview Pediatrics | Milwaukee
2524 East Webster Place, Suite 301, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211, United States
Shoreview Pediatrics is an independent physician-owned practice providing care from birth through college. For over 40 years, Shoreview Pediatrics has proudly provided medical care to families in Southeastern Wisconsin. We are currently accepting new patients and work with most major insurance plans. Summer camps, programs, and colleges require that children are up-to-date on their annual physicals and routine vaccinations before attending. Summer camp forms even require a physician’s sign...
Sports Camps at USM
2100 West Fairy Chasm Road, River Hills, Wisconsin 53217
New this year, USM Sports Camps is for campers entering 3rd through 12th grade and with some prior experience in their sport. The goal of each camp is to provide young athletes with skill advancement opportunities in the sports they love the most! If you have a child who is looking to grow their abilities, skills, and experience with varsity-level coaches from USM, then this is the program for you! Sports camps include field hockey, basketball (boys and girls), football, and fitness! Co-Ed...
Story Sprouts Camp | Little Village Play Cafe
6505 West North Avenue, Wauwatosa, United States
Story Sprouts is Little Village Play Cafe's 3-day-a-week drop-off summer camp for K4 through 1st graders, and it's a great low-pressure first drop-off for Wauwatosa kids who are ready to stretch their independence. Days kick off with Lunch Bunch (a shared meal and connection time) and unfold into circle time, interactive storytelling, themed exploration stations, and plenty of creative projects, all anchored by a different weekly adventure (think Jurassic Spark, Mad Scientist Slime Lab, Lost...
Summer Camps at University School of Milwaukee
2100 West Fairy Chasm Road, River Hills, Wisconsin 53217, United States
For 35 years, families across the greater Milwaukee area have trusted USM Summer Camps as the ultimate destination for exceptional enrichment, academic, and athletic programs. At USM Summer Camps, children have the opportunity to discover new talents, build lasting friendships, and dive into a wide range of interests, all within a flexible schedule that lets them create a personalized summer experience. Guided by our dedicated faculty and staff, families return each year with confidence, know...
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Summer Days at Brookfield Academy
3462 North Brookfield Road, Brookfield, Wisconsin 53045, United States
Brookfield Academy’s Summer Days program is the ideal place for students to learn, create, discover, and grow.
Summer Leadership Academy | Mount Mary University
2900 East Menomonee River Parkway, Milwaukee, WI 53222
Help your daughter explore the possibilities at Mount Mary University’s Summer Leadership Academy June 21–26, 2026! The academy is a 6‑day, 5‑night residential program for mature and motivated young women in high school who are currently freshmen, sophomores, and juniors. It focuses on leadership development, college prep, and career exploration. The residential setting fosters friendships, mentorships, and extended learning through small‑group discussions, shared meals, and roommate interac...
The Little Gym Gymnastics Summer Camp
436 North Silver Spring Drive, Glendale, Wisconsin 53217, United States
NEW! The Little Gym Glendale is now open and registering students for Gymnastics Summer Camp! Summer is just around the corner! Don't miss out on the perfect way to keep your kids active and engaged during those first few weeks when options are limited. Sign up for classes at The Little Gym and make this summer one to remember!  Are your children ready for fun, fitness, and new friends? #SummerFun #TheLittleGym#ActiveKids Programs are designed for ages 3 - 10 years old (students must be pott...
Theatre Adventure (Grades 1 -2) at USM
2100 West Fairy Chasm Road, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53217, United States
Step into the spotlight this summer at Theatre Camp! Theatre Camp offers a supportive environment to foster a love for the arts, build a strong sense of community, and explore and express themselves through various theatre disciplines. Campers will participate in classes designed to build confidence, creativity, and teamwork. Most sessions culminate in a final showcase where campers share their growth and creativity with family and friends. Theatre Adventures Camps are offered in one-week, ...
Trailblazers | Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center
1500 East Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Riverside Park! From wildlife exploration to science experiments and outdoor adventures, our camps offer something for every young nature enthusiast. Kids will connect with the outdoors, spark their curiosity, and make lifelong memories—all while having fun in Milwaukee’s incredible green spaces. Visit new habitats each day and discover animals and plants through hiking, stories, games and creative hands-on activities Grade Completed: K4-K5 July 13...
Tree Tales | Riverside Park Urban Ecology Center
1500 East Park Place, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable summer at Riverside Park! From wildlife exploration to science experiments and outdoor adventures, our camps offer something for every young nature enthusiast. Kids will connect with the outdoors, spark their curiosity, and make lifelong memories—all while having fun in Milwaukee’s incredible green spaces. Begin with nature-themed stories, visit different habitats, use puppets and ourselves to act out stories we’ve read, and have adventures in the woods. Grad...
Tree Tales | Washington Park Urban Ecology Center
1859 North 40th Street, Milwaukee, WI 53208
We are so excited to have summer camps available again at Washington Park! This summer, kids will uncover the magic of nature while exploring the beautiful lagoon, learning about local wildlife, and connecting with the world around them. Whether paddling, fishing, or discovering hidden habitats, your child will create lasting memories while building a love for the outdoors. Begin with nature-themed stories, visit different habitats, use puppets and ourselves to act out stories we’ve read, ...
UW-Milwaukee College for Kids & Teens
2512 East Hartford Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53211, United States
College for Kids & Teens (CFK&T) through the School of Continuing Education brings K5-12th grade students to the UWM campus in hopes to encourage students to pursue higher education. Students participate in hands-on learning within a safe, comfortable and challenging environment. Throughout the eight-week summer program, students can choose from numerous one- and two-week classes taught by UWM faculty and other experienced instructors. CFK&T serves over 1,100 students annually, p...
UW-Whitewater Summer Camps
800 West Main Street, Whitewater, Wisconsin 53190, United States
Looking for a fun and engaging summer camp experience? UW-Whitewater offers a wide range of programs for youth 6 years and older. From athletics to music, STEM and more. Attendees will learn in state-of the art facilities from recognized faculty and coaches. Campers will have the option to stay on campus in residence halls and eat meals in the dining halls for a true collegiate experience. So, what are you waiting for? Join us this summer to learn and play the Warhawk way!
Zoo Camps & Classes | Milwaukee County Zoo
10001 West Bluemound Road, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53226, United States
Explore something wild during the Zoological Society of Milwaukee's zoo camps, sponsored by Penzeys. These interactive and exciting camps are inside the Milwaukee County Zoo and offer something for every child. Choose a camp that gives an inside scoop on zoo animals, teaches kids about different zoo careers or combines a love for animals with art and acting. Camps are a few hours, a full day or weeklong depending on age. The Zoological Society offers classes and camps for children from in...