Summer Camps in Muncie
Summer 2025 adventures are available for Muncie elementary, middle school, and high school students!
ALL SUMMER
YMCA Summer Camp (website)
Hosted by: YMCA of Muncie at Northview and Grissom Elementary Schools
Ages: Current K-5th graders
Dates: June 2-August 1, M-F, 7:15 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Registration: OPEN. Northview is full; spots are still available at Grissom. All meals provided.
Details: Summer schedule is full of fun activities!
Y Member Rates:
1-3 days/week $88.00
4-5 days/week $127.00
Non-Members Rates:
1-3 days/week $121.00
4-5 days/week $151.00
Boys and Girls Clubs of Muncie (website)
Hosted by: Boys and Girls Clubs of Muncie
Ages: Current K-4th graders; to be held at East Washington Academy
Current 5th-8th; to be held at Madison Street ClubDates: June 11th - July 24th (Closed June 19th, 20th, & July 4th)
Registration: Full at this time.
Description: Summer Camp will include morning academic enrichment, followed by traditional Club programming in the afternoon. Academic enrichment will be led by certified teachers with support from Club Staff. All members must have regular attendance in order to attend weekly field trips.
LIMITED TIME
NEW! ArtVenture Camps (website)
Hosted by: Cornerstone Center for the Arts
Ages: 6-10 years old and 11-18 years old
Dates: Camps are available on various dates and times; see website for details
Registration: OPEN. Cost is $100 per student; scholarships are available.
Description: Options include Clay Camp (June 16-20), 2D Camp (June 23-27), and Printmaking Camp (July 14-18). Each camp includes a special field trip (most are within walking distance) to a local downtown business that specializes in that week’s featured medium. It’s the perfect way for students to see how art thrives beyond the classroom.
NEW! Summer Lit & Enrichment Camp (website)
Hosted by: Motivate Our Minds
Ages: Current 1st-4th graders
Dates: June 2nd-July 3rd, M-F. 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Registration: OPEN. $25 registration fee per student, $10/week per student. Siblings are $5/week. Lunch provided. Financial assistance is available by request.
Description: In partnership with Ball State University's Project Brilliance and other community organizations, students will build their creativity, leadership, and reading skills with a performing arts context. Students will also have an opportunity to learn about the community garden, participate in STEM activities, create art, and take local field trips throughout our community.
Indiana Academy Summer Enrichment Camp (website)
Hosted by: The Indiana Academy for Science, Mathematics, and Humanities, Ball State’s campus
Ages: Current 5th-8th graders
Dates: June 9-June 13, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Registration: OPEN. $140 for the week with lunch included; 20% discount if registering siblings. Questions about financial assistance, contact outreach@bsu.edu.
Description: Campers will explore different activities* each day that include SUMMER ADVENTURES in science, mathematics, creative writing, world language, and poetry.
Creative Writing Camp (website)
Hosted by: Indiana Writing Project, Ball State’s campus
Ages: Current 2nd-11th graders
Dates: June 9-20, 2025, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (No Thursday, June 19, for Juneteenth)
Registration: OPEN for grades 8-11. Groups for grades 2-7 are full. There is NO COST to participate. Door-to-door transportation is available through MCS for those living in the district.
Description: Camp is taught by local K-12 teachers who are assisted by Ball State students.
Camp Minnetrista (website)
Hosted by: Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Ages: 8-14 year olds
Dates: Camps are available on various dates; see website for details.
Registration: OPEN. Cost per child per camp is $255. Free after-camp childcare is available until 5 p.m.
Description: Camps include Jr. Chef Camp, Culinary Skills Camp, Glass Artists Camp (full), and Minnetrista Explorers Camp. Each camp focuses on education, exploration, and imagination.
Summer Camp at Civic (website)
Hosted by: Muncie Civic Theatre
Ages: Options for grades K-12
Dates: Camps are available on various dates; see website for details.
Registration: OPEN. Costs range from $150-250 per child per camp. Tuition cost support may be available; fill out this scholarship form or email the Education Director, Bridget@munciecivic.org.
Description: Camps include Theatre in the Park , Tech Camp, Storyteller Camp, Live Orchestra Camp, and a production of Alice in Wonderland Jr.
Muncie Community Schools Summer Camps and Programs (website)
Hosted by: Muncie Community Schools and community partners
Ages: Options for elementary, middle school, and high school students
Dates: Various dates; see website for details.
Registration: OPEN. Some camps are NO COST; others require a registration fee.
Description: Camps include academics, sports, and summer fun.
Ross Community Center Summer Story Squad (website)
Hosted by: Muncie Community Schools and community partners
Ages: 8-11 year olds
Dates: Fridays, 1-2:30 p.m., June 20-July 25
Registration: OPEN. There is NO COST to participate.
Description: Join the Summer Story Squad for weekly adventures with great books and snacks inspired by our stories. Perfect for young readers to explore, create, and make new friends!
Camp Achieve (website)
Hosted by: Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder; held at Burris Laboratory School
Ages: 6-12 with autism
Dates: June 9 - July 15, 2025, 7:45 a.m.–2:15 p.m.
Registration: CLOSED. Deadline was April 20, 2025.
Details: Offers a positive learning environment where children with autism can develop and strengthen skills such as communication, social interaction, and adaptive abilities.
Indiana Youth Programs on Campus Camps (website)
Hosted by: Ball State University
Ages: Middle and high school students; vary by camp
Dates: vary by camp
Registration: CLOSED. Registration deadlines varied by camp.
Young Mathematician X-ploration Camp (website)
Hosted by: Ball State University Mathematical Sciences, Ball State’s campus
Ages: Current 4th-9th graders at Muncie Community Schools, Burris, or Inspire Academy
Dates: June 9-13, 2025, 1-4 p.m.
Registration: CLOSED. Deadline was May 9, 2025.
Description: Campers will use math as a tool to explore, to model, and to analyze engaging, real-world situations in problem-solving teams.
Summer Learning at Camp Adventure (website)
Hosted by: Ball State Teachers College at Camp Adventure
Ages: Current 2nd graders at Muncie Community Schools and Burris Laboratory Schools
Dates: June 2 – June 26, 2025, M-Th, 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. (8 a.m. for Breakfast)
Registration: CLOSED.
Description: The camp provides an enriching atmosphere for learning and fun while supporting novice teachers in their professional development.