Top Maker camps for 2025/2026

Find a Makerspace camp near you

Maker camps are one of the most exciting, rapidly growing type of summer camp or March break program. These camps focus on a very practical curriculum influenced by the Makerspace (also called Hackerspace) movement. Some official maker camps originated in association with makezine.com, but the term is also applied more generally and includes camps around the world. Read more

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    Programs focusing on Makerspace (1 results)

    These camps focus on curriculum for young makers.

    Aug 05 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Burnaby; Vancouver, BC
    • Age 9 to 10 (Coed)
    BurnabyVancouverBritish Columbia

    Unleash your creativity! Build marble runs, balloon cars, and more while exploring STEM skills through fun, hands-on projects Visit website

    Pear Tree Education3119-102025-08-01,281,2,129,130,50,268,daycamp,coed,


    Programs with Makerspace, session dates TBD


    Programs offering Makerspace as an activity (34 results)

    Camps below offer Makerspace among other fun kids' camp activities.

    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 5 to 12 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Sports Adventure Camp is an all-in-one summer destination for sports, outdoor adventure, and STEAM learning! Visit website

    The STEAM Project3705-122025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,81,6,10,5,9,173,134,364,177,300,159,281,2,130,50,314,268,8,3,224,11,347,12,327,223,54,63,66,daycamp,coed,
    Aug 05 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Burlington, ON
    • Age 8 to 14 (Coed)
    BurlingtonOntario

    A STEM program designed for campers who love all things robot! Visit website

    Camp Laureate4508-142025-08-01,10,5,9,302,177,178,349,353,180,331,304,67,159,68,351,281,2,130,50,314,268,8,3,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 14 to 15 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Our CIT Program is geared towards our oldest campers (grade 9) who are interested in taking on a leadership role at camp. Visit website

    The STEAM Project195014-152025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,48,6,10,5,9,173,355,134,364,177,300,350,334,180,67,159,196,2,32,344,135,88,91,366,33,281,129,97,130,50,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 07 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Burlington, ON
    • Age 6 to 14 (Coed)
    BurlingtonOntario

    Aftercare hours run from 4:00-5:30pm. The program includes a light snack. Visit website

    Camp Laureate156-142025-07-012025-08-01,292,5,10,9,160,2,281,24,314,268,12,3,347,327,54,63,324,28,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Markham, ON
    • Age 4 to 10 (Coed)
    MarkhamOntario

    Hands-on STEAM experiences kids don't get in school. Visit website

    The STEAM Project6484-102025-07-012025-08-01,293,5,345,197,71,10,9,363,173,123,333,174,134,364,177,300,299,67,159,281,2,317,50,314,268,11,3,347,54,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 23 - Aug 15, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Uptown, Toronto
    • Age 4 to 5 (Coed)
    TorontoUptownUptownOntario

    Discovery camp is the perfect place for campers who are looking for a fun, exciting and enriching way to spend their summer! Visit website

    Crescent Camps4604-52025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,48,6,10,5,9,281,2,24,268,188,0,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 13 to 14 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Experience leadership workshops, develop hands-on skills and organize camp-wide events! Visit website

    The STEAM Project200013-142025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,173,355,134,364,177,300,350,334,180,67,159,196,2,32,344,342,135,366,91,33,281,129,97,130,50,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 4 to 10 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Hands-on STEAM experiences kids don't get in school. Visit website

    The STEAM Project10004-102025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,293,5,345,197,71,10,9,363,173,123,333,174,134,364,177,300,299,67,159,281,2,317,50,314,268,11,3,347,54,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 8 to 15 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Hands-on STEAM experiences kids don't get in school. Visit website

    The STEAM Project10008-152025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,293,5,345,197,71,10,9,363,173,123,333,174,134,364,177,300,299,67,159,281,2,317,50,314,268,11,3,347,54,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Richmond Hill, ON
    • Age 4 to 8 (Coed)
    Richmond HillOntario

    Hands-on STEAM experiences kids don't get in school. Visit website

    The STEAM Project10004-82025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,293,5,345,197,71,10,9,363,173,123,333,174,134,364,177,300,299,67,159,281,2,317,50,314,268,11,3,347,54,daycamp,coed,
    Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Oshawa, ON
    • Age 10 to 13 (Coed)
    OshawaOntario

    Find out what all the buzz is about Makerspace activities. Visit website

    Ontario Tech University Camps32510-132025-08-01,159,177,281,2,130,50,314,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 14 - Aug 29, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Toronto (4)
    • Age 5 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEast-End, East-York, Midtown, West-EndEast-EndEast-YorkMidtownWest-EndOntario

    Ignite your child's imagination with storytelling, creativity and digital literacy. Digital and screen-free projects. Visit website

    Codezilla2805-102025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,296,173,295,355,360,178,177,159,196,2,32,281,270,314,268,337,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 07 - Aug 15, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Toronto (4)
    • Age 5 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEast-End, East-York, Midtown, West-EndEast-EndEast-YorkMidtownWest-EndOntario

    Spark your child’s curiosity with STEM projects and activities that nurture electrical engineering. Visit website

    Codezilla3505-102025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,196,2,32,195,160,281,129,97,270,130,50,314,268,159,177,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 02 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Toronto (3)
    • Age 5 to 10 (Coed)
    TorontoEast-End, East-York, MidtownEast-EndEast-YorkMidtownOntario

    Exciting robotic toys that nurture engineering and machine basics through play-based learning. Visit website

    Codezilla2105-102025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,67,177,159,196,2,32,195,160,281,129,97,270,130,50,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 07 - Aug 29, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Pickering, ON
    • Age 4 to 10 (Coed)
    PickeringOntario

    Children take creative control - painting, designing, and building in exciting, imagination-filled camps. Small groups. Visit website

    Arts Unleashed654-102025-07-012025-08-01,336,5,337,10,9,173,355,123,333,281,2,172,daycamp,coed,
    Aug 18 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Mississauga, ON
    • Age 6 to 11 (Coed)
    MississaugaOntario

    Filled with practical take home creations. Explore BIG ideas with morning STEM-based activities and afternoon calming crafts. Visit website

    Drop Thought Kids2906-112025-08-01,361,5,10,9,173,123,333,134,280,2,362,135,366,91,281,182,50,130,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Kitchener, ON
    • Age 5 to 13 (Coed)
    KitchenerOntario

    Design, build, and bring LEGO machines to life with exciting projects that test your creativity and engineering skills! Visit website

    Camp KidsTown2755-132025-08-01,67,177,159,160,2,281,130,50,314,268,327,3,347,223,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 23 - Aug 20, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Brampton, ON
    • Age 13 to 14 (Coed)
    BramptonOntario

    This is an empowering camp for grade 8 students focused on preparing them for the transition to high school! Visit website

    Camp Rowntree32513-142025-07-012025-08-01,196,2,32,195,377,281,270,314,271,19,181,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Mississauga, ON
    • Age 6 to 11 (Coed)
    MississaugaOntario

    This hands-on camp blends STEM, creativity, and critical thinking through engaging projects and interactive challenges. Visit website

    Drop Thought Kids2906-112025-08-01,361,5,10,9,173,123,333,134,280,2,362,135,366,91,281,182,50,130,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 30 - Aug 29, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Halton Hills, ON
    • Age 5 to 6 (Coed)
    Halton HillsOntario

    Jr Camp provides a superior ratio of care to make the transition into the camp setting smooth and fun. Visit website

    Kids Inc Camp2785-62025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,150,5,37,59,288,336,337,10,9,160,2,281,24,11,3,347,327,54,28,56,322,161,1,188,0,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Burlington, ON
    • Age 5 to 13 (Coed)
    BurlingtonOntario

    Campers create stop-motion LEGO and Claymation mini-movies, bringing their creative stories to life! Visit website

    Camp KidsTown2205-132025-08-01,10,5,9,296,297,173,295,355,123,178,177,160,2,281,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    Mar 01, 2024 - Dec 22, 2025
    • Program
    • Throughout Alberta; British Columbia; Ontario (6)
    • Age 5 to 14 (Coed)
    CalgaryKelownaMississaugaOakvillePort MoodyVancouverAlbertaBritish ColumbiaOntario

    Structured, reinforcing projects in the subject pathways of fabrication, physical computing, engineering and digital arts. Visit website

    Steamoji2995-142024-03-012024-04-012024-05-012024-06-012024-07-012024-08-012024-09-012024-10-012024-11-012024-12-012025-01-012025-02-012025-03-012025-04-012025-05-012025-06-012025-07-012025-08-012025-09-012025-10-012025-11-012025-12-01,10,5,9,295,355,360,364,177,300,302,178,299,349,303,350,266,334,180,354,353,331,352,332,304,305,343,67,159,68,351,301,179,365,196,2,32,160,281,129,182,50,130,137,314,268,programclass,coed,
    Aug 05 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Vancouver, BC
    • Age 9 to 12 (Coed)
    VancouverBritish Columbia

    Explore the fundamentals of AI, from algorithms and coding to ethical dilemmas and robotics. Visit website

    Pear Tree Education3119-122025-08-01,281,2,129,130,50,268,302,177,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Ottawa, ON
    • Age 8 to 12 (Coed)
    OttawaOntario

    Hiking, play, shelter-building, storytelling and art! This active outdoor program offers space to be creative. Visit website

    Out to Play3958-122025-07-012025-08-01,48,6,298,41,81,256,5,339,37,150,291,292,361,337,10,9,173,340,123,174,344,2,342,377,366,91,33,281,24,357,50,182,314,268,19,153,1,252,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Ottawa, ON
    • Age 12 to 16 (Coed)
    OttawaOntario

    Fun STEM summer camps for teens from grades 7 through 9! Visit website

    uOttawa Engineering Outreach29012-162025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,364,177,300,302,178,349,303,350,266,334,180,354,353,331,352,332,304,305,67,159,68,351,301,179,365,281,2,357,50,130,316,315,317,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 21 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Ottawa, ON
    • Age 12 to 16 (Coed)
    OttawaOntario

    Participants will build a simple radio telescope and use it to observe radio signals from the Milky Way galaxy. Visit website

    Radio Astronomy Camp37512-162025-07-012025-08-01,281,2,317,50,268,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Markham, ON
    • Age 7 to 13 (Coed)
    MarkhamOntario

    UC Adventure camp offers a wide variety of exciting experiences for day campers ages 7-13. Visit website

    UC Summer Programs2007-132025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,48,6,256,5,133,287,37,59,288,361,337,10,9,296,173,355,123,333,364,177,300,178,299,349,350,266,332,180,304,67,159,179,365,344,2,160,281,129,357,50,130,314,268,320,1,153,319,161,12,3,347,323,54,27,28,221,139,188,0,252,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 21 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Kitchener, ON
    • Age 5 to 13 (Coed)
    KitchenerOntario

    Get ready for SLIME-TASTIC FUN! Jump into a world of gooey, squishy, and totally awesome science experiments. Visit website

    Camp KidsTown2755-132025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,281,2,314,268,50,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Montreal, QC
    • Age 5 to 17 (Coed)
    MontrealQuebec

    With exceptionally experienced educators and professional equipment, Explorations offers high-level learning. Also very fun! Visit website

    Explorations Learning4255-172025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,81,6,256,5,282,133,371,22,341,345,197,71,175,37,147,38,285,286,150,274,288,59,291,335,336,292,361,337,10,9,296,363,297,173,295,340,355,123,333,69,174,360,134,338,364,177,300,302,178,349,350,266,334,180,354,332,67,159,68,351,179,344,2,342,362,135,88,91,160,281,129,24,97,182,50,130,317,7,314,268,19,319,1,327,3,347,65,28,35,188,0,172,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 07 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Waterloo, ON
    • Age 9 to 14 (Coed)
    WaterlooOntario

    Excited about design? How about Interior, Set, Furniture, Colour Theory, + Art History? Visit website

    Little Design School2879-142025-07-012025-08-01,289,5,288,10,9,173,355,123,342,2,281,182,50,172,daycamp,coed,
    Jul 21 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Burlington, ON
    • Age 5 to 13 (Coed)
    BurlingtonOntario

    Dive into a world of gooey experiments and wild science experiments that spark curiosity and imagination! Visit website

    Camp KidsTown2755-132025-07-012025-08-01,10,5,9,281,2,314,268,50,daycamp,coed,
    Jun 30 - Aug 22, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Kingston, ON
    • Age 5 to 12 (Coed)
    KingstonOntario

    MiniQ has activities for every child—outdoor adventures, arts, science, and team-building fun! Visit website

    MiniQ - Queen's University2205-122025-06-012025-07-012025-08-01,339,5,37,150,59,288,291,336,337,10,9,355,178,177,281,2,129,97,357,50,317,7,314,188,0,daycamp,coed,
    Aug 05 - Aug 08, 2025
    • Day camp
    • Vancouver, BC
    • Age 9 to 13 (Coed)
    VancouverBritish Columbia

    Gain hands-on experience designing 3D models and learn how to use 3D printers to print them. Visit website

    VISST Camps2209-132025-08-01,364,177,300,159,281,2,137,314,268,daycamp,coed,
    • Day camp
    • Kitchener, ON
    • Age 5 to 13 (Coed)
    KitchenerOntario

    Explore exciting hands-on STEAM activities as you design, build, and test your awesome creations! Visit website

    Camp KidsTown2205-132025-08-01,10,5,9,173,355,123,281,2,130,50,314,268,8,3,12,347,327,223,54,daycamp,coed,

    Maker camps offer programming similar to STEM curriculum but add practical tech interests (ranging from robotics to coding to design) as well as craft materials. Makerspace camps tend to emphasize collaboration and can be thought of as more workshop-oriented than other technology camps. Some are associated with major corporations such as Intel and others.

    Why maker camp?

    The advantage of maker camps may seem obvious in our increasingly technology-oriented world, but here's a close look at some reasons to dive into a maker kids camp:

    Addition of a social element. While technologically-oriented kids may delight in making things on their own, makerspace summer camps add the benefit of collaboration, comparison, presentation and communication (among other things).  Growth in these critical soft skills gives kids an edge in social situations, and in job skills as they look at future career paths.

    Curriculum is created by experts. Maker camps in major cities are often associated with universities and/or corporate sponsors. Teen makers can always work on independent projects, but the discipline instilled through professionally-developed curriculum gives them needed guidance in understanding a practical application of makerspace learning.

    They meet kids from elsewhere in their area. Kids at any summer camp form friendships and connections that can last a long time into the future. Some Toronto maker camps are attended by kids from countries around the world, in fact. This is an extension of camps' ability to help kids grow in social skills and form early connections to others with similar interests. They might indeed form collaborative connections that may extend far into the future and be fruitful in ways that parents and instructors cannot anticipate.

    Related types of camps:

    Maker camps are part of a rapidly expanding universe of technology camps focused on helping kids develop skills they will use well into the future. Their practical-oriented curriculum has implications for the development of an entrepreneurial bent, and career choices, etc.  these camps might be thought of as oriented toward older kids, related to robotics and other technology camps and targeted toward older kids who may have previously attended Lego or Minecraft camps.

    Parents navigating their way through these options or descriptions need to work closely with their kids and with camps listed below to note which camps most closely match their needs and expectations. 


    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many Maker camps are there?
    There is 1 program specializing in MakerspaceIn addition, there is 34 program offering makerspace as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.

    What are the fees to attend Maker camps?
    Fees for Maker camps range from $311 to $389 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

    What age do Maker camps start at?
    There are programs available for children aged 9 through 10.

    Where can parents meet with Maker camps?
    Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.


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