Cedar Rapids Summer Camps Guide | 2025

Discover the Best Summer Camps in Cedar Rapids for Kids of All Ages!

Looking for the best summer camps in Cedar Rapids? You’re in the right place! Whether your child wants to explore nature, express their creativity, or stay active with sports and music, there’s a local camp that’s perfect for them. Cedar Rapids offers a wide variety of summer camps that combine fun and learning in a safe, supportive environment. From half-day art programs to full-day adventures, these camps help kids grow, make new friends, and create lasting memories.

A special thank you to our presenting partners: Theatre Cedar Rapids and School of Rock.

TCR Summer theatre Camps are a fun and interactive way to keep your creative child engaged and entertained this summer! We offer many weekly camp themes which all fall into in three categories: TCRPlay, TCRLearn, and TCRDo.

TCRPlay camps are considered introductory/beginner and are for kids at ANY (or zero) level of arts training! Using fun and popular topics, we work to sneak in the building blocks of theatrical art: storytelling, character creation and most importantly PLAY.

TCRGrow camps take the foundation of theatre training a step further with practical application. Adding in skills based training in dance, music, tech and more- these classes emphasize learning in real time.

TCRDo camps are 8 weeks in duration (with one week off for the 4th of July) and allow your camper to build an actual theatre production from start to finish! At the end of this rewarding experience, friends and family get to watch your show come to life on the TCR stage. This summer, we are producing Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Grades 3-7) and a soon-to-be-announced title (Grades 8-12). Check out our website at theatrecr.org/summer-camp for updates!

Ages: K-12th Grade
Cost:Pay What you Can (value ranges from $180 to $550)
Dates: June 9-August 1, 2025
Hours:Half Days (or register for both to bring a sack lunch and complete a full day of camps)

Want to get your child off their devices this summer and trying something new? How about music?? 🎸 School of Rock Cedar Rapids/Marion offers high-energy, performance-based summer camps that are perfect for beginners and budding musicians alike! Whether they’re rocking out to Taylor Swift, diving into songwriting, or picking up a guitar or drumsticks for the first time, there’s something for every skill level. School of Rock teaches guitar, bass, drums, piano, and vocals. Students can try multiple instruments while at camp!

These week-long camps teach kids how to play in a band, understand music theory, and even write their own songs—all while building confidence and having a blast. Most camps end with a live rock show where campers take the stage and show off what they’ve learned. From artist-themed sessions to performance boot camps, it’s an unforgettable experience that hits all the right notes!

Ages: 5-17 (varies by camp)
Cost: $199-$479
Dates: June 9-August 22, 2025
Hours: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

Summit offers seven weeks of safe and fun summer camps June 9-August 1. Come join us for one week or all seven! Camps are morning, afternoon, or full-day. Summit camps are open to all local K-8th students, and feature themed camps, reading camps, and fitness/performance camps. Please visit summitschools.org for summer camp guide and online registration.

Ages: 5-13 years
Cost: Varies
Dates: June 9-August 1, 2025
Hours: Morning, afternoon, and/or full day camps

The Kohawk All-Sports Camp is a three to four-day sports camp centered around sport or recreational activities focusing on sportsmanship, teamwork, and fundamental skill development. We play anything from basketball to soccer to sport and agility. Additionally, campers will be able to mix it up by spending time in the swimming pool, climbing on the rock wall, or catching their breath during the wet/dry inflatables in Coe’s beautiful courtyard or taking a field trip to the bowling alley.

Activities for sure included each week will be: volleyball, basketball, football, soccer, track & field, tennis, and swimming. Additional activities vary week to week depending on space and staff availability.

This camp is designed for kids entering grades 2-6 for the upcoming Fall school year. Campers will be able to experience Coe’s state-of-the art athletic facilities while developing an appreciation for a variety of sports, games, and recreational activities. All instruction is provided by Coe College coaches and student athletes.

Ages: Grades: 2nd – 6th as of Fall 2025
Cost: June 30th – July 2nd: $200 (lunch each day included in college cafeteria)*
July 21st-24th: $240 (lunch each day included in college cafeteria)*
August 4th-7th: $240 (lunch each day included in college cafeteria)*
*Each additional sibling $185
Dates: See above
Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Kirkwood Interactive Camps for Kids – known as KICK, for short – are coming to you this summer from June – August! We’re providing kids ages 8-15 with unforgettable hands-on learning, exploration, and adventures in their current interests as well as for future careers. With over 140+ day camps available in Cedar Rapids, Coralville, and online, your kids will find their favorite summer moment!

Ages: 8-15
Cost: $49-$200
Dates: June 16-August 11, 2025
Hours: Mornings & afternoons

The Iowa Summer Music Camps offer students musical training and experience beyond what may be available in their home schools, including group instruction, master classes, and classroom instruction in many phases of instrumental music. The entire program, together with a preview of life on a major university campus, is a valuable experience for young people.

Ages: 6th-12th grade
Cost: $350-$640 ($350 for commuters, $640 for residents)
Dates: June 15th-June 27th, 2025
Hours: Full days

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