2025 Guide to Summer Camps In & Around Fairfield County

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A guide to summer camps in Fairfield County.

Summer may still be a few months away, but savvy moms know that now is the time to start planning for an unforgettable break! Let’s be honest—keeping the kids entertained all summer long is no small feat, and the best way to ensure a smooth (and sanity-saving) season is by signing them up for camp. There’s something for every child with endless options available—sports, dance, performing arts, STEM, and even exciting sleepaway adventures. That’s why we’re thrilled to bring you our sixth annual Summer Camp Guide, your go-to resource for planning a fun, enriching, and stress-free summer. Check out the incredible camps featured, and don’t forget to support our amazing sponsors who help make this guide possible!

NATIONAL COMPUTER CAMP AT FAIRFIELD UNIVERSITY

National Computer Camp (NCC) is America’s original computer camp since 1977. Held at Fairfield University, NCC offers in-person, residential camps, full-day camps, and morning-only day camps. The coed campers ages 6-18 may attend 1, 2, or 3 weeks without repetition. The camp’s focus is coding, game design, Android App programming, and web page design. NCC offers beginner to advanced programming in age-appropriate computer languages such as Java, C++, Python, and others. An optional recreation/sports program is also available. Additional activities include building and flying a drone, Arduino computer lab, 3D printing, robotics, and chess. The camps are ideal for both experienced and first-time campers. NCC is not a summer school but a place where learning and fun are rolled into one. NCC is where campers arrive with a dream and leave with a future. Scholarships are available, but funds are limited, so register early.

TIPS ON TRIPS AND CAMPS

Tips on Trips and Camps is a free advisory service connecting families to overnight summer camps, trips, academic programs, and other unique experiences. Their goal is to find the right match for your child from among their carefully screened and selected summer programs. They are much easier to use than Google!

ROCK CLIMB FAIRFIELD

Rock Climb

We like keeping kids busy when they are out of school! Rock Climb Fairfield’s Climbing Camp programs are week-long indoor rock climbing camps designed for climbers of all abilities. Whether your climbers are new to the sport or ready to start climbing to the next level, this camp provides a fun and age-appropriate environment to build the fundamentals of indoor rock climbing. Camp activities include indoor rock climbing, knot tying, and various exciting climbing games.

Receive 5% off with the code FAIRFIELDCOUNTYMOM.

SUMMER CAMP AT UNQUOWA

Summer Camp at Unquowa
Summer Camp at Unquowa offers various engaging activities designed to spark creativity and adventure. Each week, there is a special themed Fun Friday, complete with a BBQ cookout! The camp is open to children entering kindergarten through sixth grade in the fall of 2025. Campers will be grouped based on their grade in weekly sessions from June 16 to July 11. Registration is open to the public. See you there!

CAMP CODY

Camp Cody
Nestled on the shores of Lake Ossipee in Freedom, New Hampshire, Camp Cody is a premier coed overnight camp offering 2-week and 4-week sessions for campers aged 7-15. For nearly 100 years, Cody has been creating unforgettable summers filled with adventure, personal growth, and lifelong friendships. Campers enjoy a tech-free environment where they can unplug from screens and fully immerse themselves in nature, fun, and meaningful connections. With a diverse and supportive staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and an incredible range of activities, Camp Cody provides a safe and welcoming space where campers gain confidence, independence, and skills that last a lifetime. From wakeboarding and sailing on the lake to archery, woodworking, horseback riding, and campfire nights, every day at Camp Cody is an opportunity for new adventures, self-discovery, and lifelong memories. Join us for a 2-week or 4-week session and experience the magic of Camp Cody in Freedom, NH!

RISING STAR HORSE RESCUE

Rising Horse

Rising Starr Horse Rescue saves, rehabilitates, retrains, and rehomes abandoned, neglected, or abused horses. They educate the public about at-risk horses and the importance of protecting them. Giving America’s horses a second chance at life allows the community to experience the love, patience, and compassion horses have for humans. They offer programs for children of all ages.

KING SCHOOL

King summer camp
Make this summer a time to discover new skills, explore new subjects, and have fun. Register your child today for Summer Institute (SI) at King, where Kindergarten-Grade 12 are taught in small classes by King’s outstanding teachers and coaches. Middle and high school classes allow students to pursue their academic passions and accelerate their progress in the next academic year. Academic courses are offered in math, science, computer science, performing arts, visual arts, global studies, and more. Many courses earn students academic credit. Classes vary from three weeks to six weeks. Fun Camp is a STEAM-based camp that allows younger students, Kindergarten-Grade 5, to grow and learn while keeping each age group’s physical, emotional, and intellectual needs in mind. Children love the activities and field trips. Join us for all six weeks or a combination of weeks. Sports clinics for Grades 1-12 offer students who want to engage their bodies and minds and push themselves to be their best in various sports. Clinics are offered for days or weeks. Explore Sumer Institute and register today!

FAIRFIELD A CAPPELLA

Fairfield A Cappella

Do you love to sing? Fairfield A Cappella Camp is back for its third summer! Fairfield A Cappella uses fun and engaging methods to teach your singer how to perform with confidence. Learn professional vocal techniques while building new friendships and singing popular songs you love. Each week-long session ends with a special camp performance. Fairfield A Cappella Camp is presented by Greenwich A Cappella – learn more about Greenwich A Cappella here and check out the music videos to see why a cappella camp is perfect for you! Fairfield A Cappella Camp runs from July 7-11. You can choose the full day camp from 9:30-3:30 or the afternoon-only camp from 12:30-3:30. No previous experience is needed, singers of all levels are welcome. Grouped by age, the Fairfield A Cappella Camp program is perfect for all rising kindergarten through sixth graders that love to sing. Also, check out their Summer Private Vocal Coaching and Parties by Greenwich A Cappella for more summer singing fun!

LONG RIDGE CAMP

Long Ridge Camp
Founded in 1962, Long Ridge Camp is proud to celebrate 60+ years of special summers provided by the Alswanger family and their dedicated staff! Long Ridge Camp in Stamford is Fairfield County’s leading summer day camp, offering a traditional day camp experience to campers from Fairfield and Westchester Counties ages 3 to 14. Campers are offered various activities, adding up to a well-balanced experience, including sports, arts, swimming instruction, and adventure! Special activities and visiting performers enhance the usual routine throughout the summer. Long Ridge Camp is truly a special place for making friends and memories that last a lifetime!

SUMMER@SLS

Summer@SLS

Customize Your Summer! SLS offers families the choice, flexibility, and excellence they seek in their children’s summer adventures. Mix and match over a dozen public program offerings open to the public to craft the perfect schedule, with full-day, morning, and afternoon options available. Campers can immerse themselves in a single sport, explore them all at SLS Sports Camps, spend the week playing and learning at SLS Day Camp, or inspire their inner writer, scientist, or artist through SLS Workshops. With virtually all sessions open to the public, this is your opportunity to explore summer on the Hilltop!

MAKE-MODERN

Make-Modern

Make-Modern is a crafting and sewing studio located in Greenwich and Darien. Their studios are a place to create and learn new techniques using the highest quality materials. We offer weekly classes for adults and children in crafting, machine sewing, knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, and more. They aim to inspire creativity and help students build self-confidence through creating beautiful projects and making new friends. They use a hands-on approach to machine sewing. Sewing classes create a new weekly project, beginning on the first day. Skills develop progressively throughout the session. Everyone works on individual sewing machines, and all materials are included with tuition. They would love to host you if you’re planning a birthday party or thinking about a fun night out with friends.

CAMP GAN

Camp Gan
Camp Gan is a wonderful Jewish day camp that serves campers from 2 to 12 years old. They have the warmest and most dedicated counselors with a very low ratio of campers to counselors. They offer daily sport instructions and weekly field trips. Free transportation from Greenwich and Stamford is available during the camp sessions from June 23 to August 8, 2025. They cannot wait to see you this summer!

RISING STARS PERFORMING ARTS

At Rising Stars, their foremost commitment is to provide a holistic and enriching theatrical and musical education to every student. Through their distinctive “quadruple threat method”—focusing on singing, acting, dancing, and musicianship—students are equipped with the versatile skill set to meet any challenge in the audition room. A decade ago, Rising Stars began as a pre-professional program offering classes in audition preparation, acting, and advanced vocal performance. Witnessing remarkable growth, they expanded their curriculum to incorporate musicianship classes tailored for singers, introduced an integrated dance program, and culminated in establishing their esteemed Company program. Their Company program stands as an audition-exclusive high school degree initiative, mirroring the comprehensive structure of a Musical Theatre Conservatory Program. Students benefit from discounted classes, complimentary masterclasses, and personalized career guidance, nurturing their artistic growth and aspirations. Beyond their esteemed Company program, Rising Stars offers an array of production classes, workshops, and dance sessions, earning accolades as one of Fairfield County’s premier college-bound programs for the arts. At Rising Stars Performing Arts, they take immense pride in nurturing the artistic potential of our students, guiding them towards illustrious futures in the performing arts.

CAMP TRINITY

Camp Trinity
The Camp Trinity experience is for children ages 3-6 and is designed to be an opportunity for pure fun, friendship, and adventure! Their caring and energetic staff will ensure that every child has a great time and is safe. Their philosophy is play-based. They work with campers to encourage discovery, interaction, and movement. Children can expect to laugh, dance, and learn throughout the week while enjoying friends, music, dancing, crafts, water play, story time, and much more. There is a great mix of structured and unstructured time for children to be engaged throughout the summer!

ONE RIVER SCHOOL OF ART AND DESIGN

One River

Founded in 2012, “one river” west of New York City, One River School® has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages and all levels. Today, their innovative program teaches thousands of students in 15 locations across the U.S. At One River School, their students have more fun learning to create and produce compelling art.

Receive $50 off each camp with the code FCM50.

STEWIE THE DUCK SWIM SCHOOL

STEWIE the duck
Join Stewie the Duck Swim School for their learn-to-swim program for children 6 months and up!

Receive $25 off when you register with the mention of Fairfield County Mom. 

SPRGOLF JR. ACADEMY

Spr golf camp.
SPRGolf Jr. Academy is a summer clinic by Stephen Roach and staff at Fairchild Wheeler Golf Course in Fairfield, CT. Pee Wee Sessions ages 4-6 and regular sessions ages 7 – 16. The Signature PGA camp curriculum focuses on developing golf skills (full swing, short game, rules, and etiquette) while keeping the experience fun and engaging (games and activities). Sessions run weekly for ten consecutive weeks, offering half and full-day clinics. Students get on-course play time, instruction at the driving range, indoor video room tips, short game practice, and lots of fun drills. Clinics are limited to 20 students per session and will have a 6 to 1 ratio. Clinic dates go from Monday, June 17, through Friday, August 23. No classes on Juneteenth or Fourth of July!

SHU DISCOVERY SCIENCE CENTER AND PLANETARIUM

SHU Discovery Science Center and Planetarium believe in the importance of providing hands-on STEAM learning experiences that resonate with children’s natural curiosity and love of learning. They are active advocates for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) literacy in Connecticut and utilize our unique resources and expertise in informal STEAM learning to encourage and provide a pathway for all young learners to become STEAM-empowered and informed decision-makers in an increasingly technology-driven world. Their mission is to engage, excite, and educate young learners through experiences and programs that inspire wonder and ignite creativity as the foundation for a lifetime love of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) learning.

CENTER STAGE THEATRE

Center Stage Theatre, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025, is an inclusive and intergenerational community-based theatre providing high-quality and affordable performances, educational programming, and volunteer opportunities. Located in Shelton, Connecticut, the theatre produces five full-scale productions a year, including its annual summer musical featuring performers aged 14-23 and year-round theatre education and performance opportunities for students in grades K-12. Center Stage is a 501(c)3 non-profit theatre attracting actors and audiences from throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties and was named “Best Community Theater” by Connecticut Magazine’s “Best of CT 2022” round-up. Summer Theatre Camp 2025 details will be available in the coming weeks, offering one- and two-week sessions for young performers who love to sing, dance, and act!

POP ART! KIDS

pop art! kids
Pop Art! Kids is a sensory art studio for the community’s youngest artists, ages 1.5 – 5, and their grown-ups! They are a Reggio Emilia-inspired studio that gives children the freedom to make their own artistic choices amongst thoughtfully themed and high-quality sensory experiences.

SOAR - SUMMER AT EAGLE HILL SCHOOL

soar
Eagle Hill School, located in the heart of Greenwich, Connecticut, offers the SOAR program. This four-week experience, starting on July 7, focuses on differentiated academic instruction, small class sizes, and fun activities. It emphasizes reading and literacy, providing individualized instruction to help children thrive throughout the summer. Students are grouped by skill level, not age, and receive math and study skills instruction. The Camp Program features art, sports, STEM projects, water play, and trips to local attractions in the afternoons. These activities help children develop social skills and build strong peer relationships. Rising 7th graders and older can join a unique Counselor in Training (CIT) program, combining academics with leadership training. Applications are being accepted now, and financial aid is available to those who qualify.

WAKEMAN TOWN FARM

Wakeman
Summer is coming! Are your kids doing something memorable? Farm Camp at Wakeman Town Farm is a whole bunch of goodness wrapped into weekly encounters full of hands-on experiences that allow kids to get out in nature, commune with live animals, get busy in the gardens and kitchen, and participate in engaging projects and activities. They offer various summer camp options for children ages 4–14 that are packed with fun.

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