All of City of Savannah Department of Cultural Resources youth and teen summer camps are now full, but a few spots remain in this last one: Teen Dance Camp for rising 7-12th graders!
Savannah Teens, get ready to tendu, pivot turn, groove, and boogie! This 5-day camp for rising grades 7th-12th will get you up and moving as you explore five different dance genres. No dance experience needed to move through each day in warmups, across the floor combinations, and choreography. Discover the art of Ballet, Lyrical, Modern, Jazz, and Hip Hop!
Registration takes place on CivicRec. You will need to create an account and add your teen to the account to register them. The camp takes place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St.
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With brand-new themes, exciting field trips, and nonstop fun, this summer is shaping up to be our BEST one yet!
From action-packed adventures to creative activities and unforgettable camp traditions, there’s something for everyone. Spots fill quickly, so don’t wait .
Summer break is 10 weeks. Fill it with something that builds their future.
Send your child to camp at Georgia Tech-Savannah, week-long summer programs for rising 2nd–12th graders in engineering, robotics, coding, science, and more on a GT campus.
Buy 1, Get 1 Free Summer Day Camp discount for essential workers.
Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler offers weekly themed summer camps for ages 5–12 from May through July. The programs are held at their Pooler campus, featuring varied weekly topics such as STEM, arts, and life skills.
In addition to weekly day camps, JEA Camp Savannah offers specialty summer camps on certain weeks including Pokemon Academy and Masters.
June 8-12 2026, Academy. 8AM-Noon. Open to all rising 2nd-5th graders
July 6-10, Masters, 8AM-Noon. Open to all rising 3rd-10th graders.
If your camper loves art and wants more at camp, then this add-on specialty art camp is perfect for them! For a few hours, campers will focus on a different style of art each day. They will be introduced to pottery, printmaking, decoupage, sculpting and 2 D design.
To register, visit JEA Camp Savannah then click on registration now open link, then click on Pokemon Academy or Masters.
June 8 – 12 “Pokemon Academy” (2nd – 5th)
Campers will dive into the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) by learning the basics, playing games, and competing in fun, friendly battles. Designed for beginners, this camp requires no prior experience, and all materials—including a complete deck and card sleeves—are provided. By the end of the week, campers will be ready to battle with confidence, make new friends, and level up their Pokémon journey. (Minimum of 6 campers required.)
July 6 – 10 “Pokemon Masters” (3rd and Up)
At Pokémon Masters, advanced trainers take their skills to the next level! If you already know the basics of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), this is your chance to master deck strategies, make clutch decisions, and compete in exciting battles. Face off against other skilled players, learn powerful techniques, and sharpen your game in a fun but challenging environment. Bring your own deck and gear and get ready to prove you’ve got what it takes to become a Pokémon Master! (Minimum of 6 campers required.)
Calling all summer camps, day camps, sports camps—and anyone who just loves sunshine: invite the Alsies Ice Cream Truck to roll up and turn your day into a sweet memory!
Easy-Peasy Pricing Every treat on our curated menu is just $5—kids pick fast, counselors chill, budgets stay happy.
We Handle the Fun
Retro-cute truck + upbeat tunes
Smiling scoop crew (and zero cleanup for you!)
Insta-worthy moments in every cone & sammie
You Bring the Smiles All you have to do is gather your campers and watch the excitement explode when the truck arrives!
Lock in your date before it melts away: DM us or call/text 912-349-9733
Join us this week for exciting chess lessons, fun games, and cool prizes! Power up your brain, make new friends, and compete in tournaments, team chess games, and puzzles with plenty of recess time too. Every camper gets a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. Get ready to make your summer a checkmate! (Minimum of 6 campers required.)
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There are still spots available for Oatland Island Summer Camps for rising Kindergarten through rising 8th graders! Campers will enjoy hands-on science activities, wildlife investigations, creative crafts, and unforgettable outdoor adventures all summer long.
Sign up your child for Irish Dance camps with Legacy Savannah, a well-established elite training ground of numerous Irish dance world, national, and regional championship competitors and medal winners.
No experience necessary. Beginner and intermediate dancers are encouraged to attend.
For boys and girls ages 3 and older.
Come check out Legacy Savannah, the premier dance academy of the U.S. Southern Region.
In addition to weekly day camps, JEA Camp Savannah offers specialty summer camps on certain weeks including a Day Trekkers, daily travel camp, open to all rising 3rd-5th graders.
June 15 – 19 “Day Trekkers” (3rd – 5th)
Get ready to explore and play at Day Trekkers Camp! Every day brings a new adventure as campers take exciting trips to awesome destinations like the bowling alley, arcade, water parks, and much more. If your camper loves being on the move and trying new things, Day Trekkers Camp is the place to be! (Minimum of 6 campers required.)
To register, visit JEA Camp Savannah then click on registration now open link, then click on Pokemon Academy or Masters.
Join us at Georgia Tech Savannah for CEAR Hub summer camps in addition to many more offered by CEISMC (Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing) Savannah!
These are specifically designed by CEAR Hub, a group focused on applied research, based at the Georgia Tech-Savannah campus. To learn more about CEAR Hub, visit https://www.cearhub.org/.
Scholarships are available, and more information is provided on the CEISMC website.
This week-long arts camp invites youth who are blind or have low vision to go on a food-themed art quest through movement, storytelling, ceramics, and tactile art activities specially designed for them. Campers will work in ceramics to explore food-inspired textures and shapes, make functional pieces like mugs and plates, and create tactile art pieces. Students will be grouped by grade range to ensure age-appropriate activities.
All materials provided. Campers should bring a lunch and a snack. Drop off begins at 9:00am, pick up ends at 3:00pm. Financial assistance is available.
Email scac@savannahga.gov to register your child or call 912-651-6783. Register by April 24, 2026
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Registration for Summer Arts Camps 2026 at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center in the Savannah Historic District is now open!
Get ready for a fun summer filled with pottery, jewelry making, dance, and more for teens and tweens ages 11-17. View the catalog below and visit SavannahGa.gov/artcamp to learn more about each week.
June 8-12
Art Camp for Youth who are Blind or Have Low Vision (email scac@savannahga.gov to register)
Teen Metal Arts – Sustainable Sculptures
June 22-26
Teen Pottery
Teen Printmaking
Teen Visual and Performing Arts Camp: Fairytales Reimagined
July 13-17
Teen Ceramics – Narrative Sculpture
Tween Improv and Drama
Teen Intro to Dance Styles
Registration takes place on our new registration software, CivicRec. You must create an account and add all family members to register for programming. Please visit savannahga.gov/artcamp to learn more and get started today.
Camps take place at the Otis S. Johnson Cultural Arts Center located at 201 Montgomery St. in the Savannah Historic District.
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Looking for creative summer activities in Savannah?
Summer Camps at Telfair Museums offer hands-on artmaking, gallery exploration, and a chance for young artists to experiment with new materials and ideas.
Each week brings fresh inspiration and creative projects.
Every day features a new creative exploration for preteen artists, emphasizing individualized inspiration alongside traditional drawing and painting skills. This Camp uniquely supports upper-elementary and middle school students portfolio development, with specific art techniques, and the establishment of strong studio habits. It stands out by blending indoor instruction with frequent outdoor sessions at inspiring local museum-adjacent sites.
Each day brings an original and challenging project for young artists, focusing on individual expression and mastery of traditional drawing and painting. Uniquely tailored for developing portfolios, this Camp helps upper-elementary and middle school students refine advanced skills and habits. On-site and outdoor sessions near the museum add new contexts for creative growth.
Photography is fun, accessible to everyone, and a great way to explore the world around us. This camp will meet outside as much as possible during morning hours as we explore our environment and nearby locations through Photography. Using DSLR cameras, students will learn to use manual controls to master specialized photography techniques. The program will enhance your young people’s photography skills.
Photography is fun, accessible to everyone, and a great way to explore the world around us. This camp will meet outside as much as possible during morning hours as we explore our environment and nearby locations through Photography. Using DSLR cameras, students will learn to use manual controls to master specialized photography techniques. The program will enhance your young people’s photography skills.
Campers will enjoy hands-on art adventures as they explore all three Telfair Museum locations. Each session offers unique behind-the-scenes gallery activities, interactive tours, and age-specific art projects in drawing, painting, and printmaking guided by local professionals. This camp is tailored for younger children who thrive on immersive discovery and variety in an inspiring museum setting.
Ultimate Crafty Kids Camp distinguishes itself by offering a rotation of creative projects, including screen printing, knitting, friendship bracelets, weaving and more. Students will learn a variety of hands-on techniques that encourage independent making and will leave camp with finished, unique crafts and new skills.
Savannah Sharks locations in Savannah & Rincon will offer a vast array of summer camps including: tumble camp, Sharkie School Camp, American Girl Cheer Camp, Popstar Tumble Camp, Princess Camp, Tumble, Stunt & Strength Camp and more.
Level Up this summer! Savannah-Chatham County Public School System offers a number of enrichment activities for Summer 2026 for students to explore various career and technical fields, as well as credit recovery, skill enhancement, and more.
The goals of Summer Level Up are to support students who need additional academic attention, expand opportunities for enrichment and real-world experiences, and ensure students stay on track for success in the upcoming school year. There are several tracks for enhanced learning:
Initial Credit: For High School Students (10-12) seeking advanced credit opportunities
Credit/Grade Recovery: For students in grades 3-12 needing academic remediation for promotion and/or graduation
Blended Learning: Leveraging instructional platforms for targeted individual and small group support
Literacy Enrichment: For English learners in grades K-2 and 6-8
ARISE/ESY: Adaptive Recreational and Instructional Summer Enrichment.
Enrichment Programs are offered this summer as well. There are fee-based camps, as well as non-fee based camps, apprenticeships and workforce readiness programs. Scholarships are available for all paid programs. Transportation is available to most programs, and some programs provide lunch. Learn more here about the many opportunities to Level Up this summer! Registration links are inside each tile.
Cost should NOT be a barrier. Families are encouraged to apply for scholarships for any paid programs.
