Maine's Guide to Summer Camps 2026

How to find the right fit for summer camp

COURTESY OF METRO CREATIVE Millions of adults have lots of great memories of summer camp. The right summer camp keeps kids engaged during a time of year when parents may be all too familiar with the phrase, “I’m bored.” Finding the right summer camp can be…

The various types of summer camps

COURTESY OF METRO CREATIVE Parents have lots of options at their disposal when choosing summer camps for their children. Competition for summer camp can be fierce, as camps only have a limited number of openings, many of which fill up quickly once enrollment begins. So it’s…

Jam out this summer at Maine Fiddle Camp

COURTESY OF MAINE FIDDLE CAMP Maine Fiddle Camp focuses on the traditional dance music of the Scots-Irish, French, and Scandinavian traditions as they’ve evolved in Maine. Our large staff of traditional musicians play and teach fiddle, piano, guitar, banjo, mandolin, cello, bass, penny whistle/flute, mandolin, accordion,…

This summer camp is unlike any other in Maine

Classic camp fun. Real-world career exposure. And a week your kid will never forget. COURTESY OF GREENLIGHT MAINE There’s a particular kind of magic that only happens at summer camp — campfire conversations that stretch past bedtime, friendships that form in a single afternoon, and a…

Discover the wonders of nature

COURTESY OF MAINE AUDUBON Let your child discover the wonders of nature at Maine Audubon’s Fields Pond Audubon Center Day Camp this summer! Each day offers a fresh opportunity to learn about wildlife and habitat in Maine. From exploring hidden trails and tracking wildlife to engaging…