Summer is right around the corner, and for families in coastal Delaware, that means it’s time to start planning exciting activities for the kids. 

Whether your child is into sports, nature, the arts, or STEM, there are plenty of amazing summer camps in the area to keep them engaged and having fun all season long. 

We’ve rounded up a variety of 2025 summer camps available across the Delaware coast to help you find the perfect fit!

Arts & Theater Camps

For creative kids who love painting, acting, crafts or storytelling.

Rehoboth Art League Summer Camps

The Rehoboth Art League offers several summer camps! They occur from Monday to Friday, with prices being $195 for members, and $230 for non-members. 

Take a look at all the options below!

Art in Nature

Campers will explore the RAL gardens for fascinating objects in nature. There will be a treasure hunt for rocks, flower petals, twigs, leaves, and other outdoor surprises.  

The colors, shapes, and textures they observe will inspire their unique drawings, paintings, and sculptures.

• Date: June 23rd—27th
• Time: From 1 to 4pm
• Ages: 8 to 10 

Multicultural Art

Student Campers will learn about some of the art of other cultures of the world and create artwork in a variety of mediums that will help them understand the unique stories and meanings of them. 

The students will look at the underlying concepts of other cultures while creating works of art that reflect and tell their own personal stories based upon these concepts.

• Date: June 23rd—27th
• Time: From 1 to 4pm
• Ages: 11 to 15

Art Through History

Every day, campers will learn about an important movement in art history.  

Who were the big players?  What makes these movements special?  What techniques did those artists use?  

Students will explore painting, drawing, mixed media, and collage.

• Date: July 14th—18th
• Time: From 1 to 4pm
• Ages: 11 to 15

Hip to Be Square

Everything around us is formed by shapes.  Campers will break down objects and pictures into simple shapes.  Using mixed media, campers will combine shapes, textures, and colors to create masterpieces!

• Date: July 14th—18th
• Time: From 1 to 4pm
• Ages: 5 to 7

More Inspiring Artists

Campers will create a work of art inspired by a famous artist!  Each day, a new artist will be introduced. They will use different ways to create paintings and sculptures.  

The artists explored are: Matisse, Haring, Kusama, Picasso, and Warhol.

• Date: July 14th—18th
• Time: From 9am to 12pm
• Ages: 5 to 7

Capturing Nature

Kids will be able to channel their inner naturalist and explore the world around them through experimentation in paint, ink, and pastel. 

In this camp they will learn how to represent landscapes, wildlife, and natural textures through various art forms and being inspired by artists throughout history.

• Date: August 18th—22nd
• Time: From 1 to 4pm
• Ages: 11 to 15

Rehoboth Summer Children Camps

Theater Camp

Each week, young actors audition for roles and rehearse a play for a Friday afternoon performance. 

In addition, campers join in a variety of theater games that help develop stage and communication skills!

• Dates: Theatre Camp A, August 11-15, Theatre Camp B, August 18-22
• Days and Time: Monday–Friday, From 9am to 4pm 
• Ages: 8 to 14
• Cost: $395

Film Camp

Step into the exciting world of filmmaking with Cinematic Chaos, a short video that tells the story of Film Camp 2024. Follow RSCT campers as they dive into the fast-paced, intense and fun-filled process of creating a movie. 

The adventure may be intense, but the rewards are huge: New friends, unforgettable experiences and multiple films to be proud of!

• Dates: Film Camp #1, July 7-11; Film Camp #2, July 14-18, Film Camp #3, July 21-25; Film Camp #4, July 28-August 1.
• Days and Time: Monday–Friday, From 9am to 4pm 
• Ages: 9 to 14
• Cost: $425

Clear Space Summer Camps

Clear Space Theatre’s Summer Camp Intensives in downtown Rehoboth offer kids a chance to shine on stage just steps from the beach. 

Campers spend a week immersed in acting, singing, and dancing, guided by industry professionals. 

Each session mirrors a real theater production process, ending in two free performances for family and friends. 

With five themed camps for various age groups, including one focused solely on acting, spots fill up fast, so early registration is encouraged.

• Week 1: July 7 to July 11 (grades 1-3); Week 2: July 14 to July 18, 2025 (grades 4-6); Week 3: July  21 to July  25, 2025 (All Ages); Week 4: July 28 to August 1, 2025 (grades 7-12)
• Days and Time: Monday through Thursday, 8:45am to 4:30pm
• Fridays (final performance day) 8:45am to 1:00pm
• Cost: $425

Critter Camp

Critter Camp offers a full day of summer fun for kids, with optional after-care available. 

Campers enjoy a variety of activities, arts and crafts, and even get a 2025 Critter Camp T-shirt. 

This year, the camp expands to include Fridays at the Animal Rescue Center, giving kids a hands-on look at animal care in action. 

• Check out the available days 
• Time: From 9am to 3pm
• Ages: 7 to 9 and 10 to 12
• Cost: $300

Sports Camps

For kids who can’t stay still and love to run, jump, and play.

Tower Beach FC Summer Camp

This year, summer camps will be hosted by Delaware FC South. Youth participants can register online. Check out the 2 options:

Youth 9v9 Co-Ed Summer League

Co-ed youth soccer games will be held on Tuesday nights throughout June and July. The league is open to players born in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016.

High School Boys 11v11 Summer League

This league will take place on Thursday nights in June and July. High school teams can register together, or players can sign up individually and request to be placed on a team.

Note: All camps will be held at Cape Henlopen High School in Lewes.

Camp Oowassis

Traditional Camp

The Oowassis camp week is fun-filled and action-packed!

Campers (K – 5th grade) will experience a variety of activities including arts and crafts, team-building activities, character development, outdoor games, swimming and more!

• Date: June 16th—August 22nd 
• Days and Time: Monday – Friday (9 am – 4 pm)
• Cost: $240 (Member rate per week); $315 (Non-member rate per week)

Note: Extended care is offered from 7 am – 9 am and 4 pm – 6 pm at no additional cost.

Specialty Camps

The specialty camps offer tailored experiences focused on specific interests or activities. 

Unlike traditional summer camps that provide a broad range of activities, specialty camps immerse campers in a specific subject, skill, or hobby. 

This year, they are offering the following camps: 

• Basketball 
• Tumbling/ Gymnastics 
• Soccer
• Flag Football 
• Dance
• Volleyball 
• Coastal Camp 
• Animal Camp 
• Theater Camp 
• Creation Station 
• Culinary Camp 

Check out their website for more details. 

Mid-Atlantic Field Hockey Camp

The Mid-Atlantic Field Hockey Camp is an overnight residential camp for girls, and it is open to players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. 

Campers receive field hockey training in a structured, immersive environment designed to improve skills, build teamwork, and foster a love for the game.

• Dates: July 13–17 (session 1); July 20–24 (session 2)
• Duration: Sunday 3pm — Thursday 12pm
• Ages: 12 to 18
• Cost: $545

Game Breaker Lacrosse Camp

GameBreaker Lacrosse Camps offer a summer lacrosse camp at Beacon Middle School in Lewes, Delaware. 

The camp focuses on developing stick skills, positional techniques, and team play, with daily scrimmages to apply what players learn. 

Full-day and half-day options are available, making it a flexible and fun environment for athletes to improve their game.

• Dates: July 14 – 17 and July 28 – 31
• Days and Time: From 8 to 9am (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)
• Ages: 6 to 16
• Cost: $449 (Day Camp); $329 (Half Day)

Check out the camp information for Boys and for Girls.

Multi-Sport Summer Camp

If you are looking for a high energy, fun, and safe environment for your children this summer, Factory Sports has you covered.

Camp participants will be led in a fun day filled with games and competitions in soccer, basketball, kickball, whiffle-ball, dodgeball, floor hockey, and more!

• Check out all the dates
• Days and Time: Monday to Friday, 9am to 12pm (Half Day); 9am to 3pm (Full Day)
• Ages: 7 to 12
• Cost: Non-member $371; Member $285 (Full Day)

Nature & Science Camps

Perfect for little explorers and budding scientists.

Delaware Center for the Inland Bays — Kids Days

The Delaware Center for the Inland Bays is offering several Kids Days through June and July, check them out: 

June

• Fish Printing
• Crazy Crabs
• Backyard Critters at the Inland Bays Garden Center
• Explore an Estuary
• Horseshoe Crabs

July

• Outstanding Oysters
• FINtastic Fish
• Kids’ Day: Crazy Crabs

Coastal Camp

Set in the scenic maritime forest of Cape Henlopen, this camp blends beach and forest adventures into one unforgettable week. 

Kids will explore the park, play games, craft, and learn how to fly dual-line stunt kites. 

From solo tricks to synchronized group flying, the kite skills taught here add an exciting twist to outdoor fun. 

It’s a perfect mix of nature, creativity, and challenge for an active Delaware summer.

• Date: June 23rd to July 1st
• Time: From 9am to 3pm
• Ages: 9 to 14
• Cost: $1,400

Marine Science Camp

The New Logic Marine Science Camp offers engaging, hands-on marine ecology education for kids and teens across several coastal towns. 

Campers get to explore the fascinating ocean environment through activities like water quality testing, seining to observe marine life, and sieving to discover creatures in the sand and sediment.

• The cities participating are: Bethany Beach, Dewey Beach, Lewes, and Rehoboth Beach
• Time: From 9am to 2pm
• Check out the New Logic website for information about dates and prices

Cape Henlopen State Park Summer Camps

Cape Henlopen State Park offers a variety of nature-based summer camps for kids ages 5–10, with both half-day and full-day options. 

Younger campers (ages 5–6) can join themed half-day sessions like Seashore Superheroes, Creative Creatures, and Tail Tales, each designed to spark curiosity about local wildlife. 

Full-day camps for ages 7–10 dive deeper into science, art, and outdoor adventure, with programs like Colorful Cape, Science is Real!, Time Travelers, and Cape Creepy Crawlies. 

With hands-on activities, storytelling, and exploration throughout the park, these camps are a great way for kids to connect with nature while having fun.

• See the event flyer for more details.

Beach, Surf & Water Camps

For little beach lovers and water adventurers.

Children’s Surf Camps

There's nothing better than a day at the beach, especially when you're a kid. If your kids want some fun in the sun, then you can sign them up for a children's surf camp at RB Surf Boarding School.

Their three-day and five-day kids' surf camps are the most exciting way to spend the summer.

Kids will learn all about surfing, water safety and the importance of the local coastline while making plenty of new friends.

• Check out all the dates at the RB Surf Boarding School website
• Time: From 9am to 3pm
• Ages: 11 to 16
• Cost: $515 (3 days); $625 (5 days)

Sailing School

The Cape Critters Program is a half-day sailing camp for children ages 5 to 7 with no sailing experience, focused on water safety, teamwork, and basic sailing skills using Hobie Waves.

The Weekday Sailing School is for ages 8 to 18 and teaches sailing fundamentals through full-day or half-day sessions, with students grouped by experience and learning on various boats.

The Junior Racing program is for advanced sailors ages 8 and up who want a more intensive sailing experience and have at least three weeks of prior sailing instruction.

• Check out their website to see the full list of prices, dates, and hours. 

Junior Lifeguard Program

The Rehoboth Beach Patrol’s Junior Lifeguard program is designed to increase the self-confidence, physical conditioning, and ocean awareness of participants. 

It engages participants both physically and mentally. Physical activities such as running, swimming, sit-ups, and pushups are interspersed with learning beach rules and guarding skills.

• Dates: From June 16th to August 1st
• Days and Time: From 8 to 9am (Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)
• Ages: Group A (ages 14-15), Group B (12-13), Group C (9-11), and Group D (6-8)

Note: $100 for the first child registered, and then $55 for each additional child from the same family. 

Other Super Cool Camps

Camps that mix it all, the classic summer experience with a bit of everything.

Computer Kids Club 

This 3-hour in-person camp is designed for students in grades K–5 to explore technology through fun, hands-on activities. 

Campers will learn typing, beginner coding, digital art, math skills, and how to use Google Suite applications. 

The program also includes short educational videos about the pioneers of personal computing and modern tech tools.

• Dates: July 14th, 16th and 18th
• Time: From 9am to 12pm; From 2 to 5pm
• Cost: $76

Sonshine Equine Pony Camp

Sonshine offers a unique program, providing Equine Assisted Activities, Horsemanship training as well as riding.

They teach the riders foundational horsemanship that includes caring for the horses, groundwork, grooming and saddling.

This year they are offering 4 Pony Camps!

• Dates: July 15th-17th; July 29th-31st; August 12th-14th; August 26th-28th
• Time: From 9am to 2pm
• Contact Jan Baldt at [email protected] or text (302) 858-1275 for more information.

Camp Arrowhead

Camp Arrowhead in Lewes offers a meaningful summer experience rooted in community, nature, and personal growth. 

Programs include Day Camp and Taste of Camp for grades 2–3, Homestead for grades 3–6, Pioneer for grades 7–9, and Pathfinder for grades 10–11. 

The camp emphasizes spiritual exploration and connection, blending outdoor fun with values-based learning in a sacred, welcoming space.

• Check out their full schedule and prices for 2025.

No matter what your child’s interests are, there’s a summer camp in coastal Delaware ready to make their 2025 unforgettable. 

Whether it’s creative arts and theater, surfing, sailing, or science, the variety of programs ensures every kid can find their perfect summer fit. 

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