Compare 48+ Science & Innovation programs in Charlotte — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Students in grades 6-9 build, code, lead, and collaborate in hands-on projects covering AI, robotics, and engineering, balanced with outdoor activities.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
4200 McKee Road, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(980) 292-1441
Students explore various STEM topics like LEGO robotics, science, and engineering through hands-on activities in an energizing college campus environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8622
High school students learn Python coding through hands-on projects and problem-solving, building fundamental programming skills in a university setting.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte
Phone
(704) 687-8726
Students explore how creativity and curiosity combine with science, color, and motion to create art through interactive experiments and projects.
Age Group
High School
Location
1201 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28235
Phone
(704) 330-6036
A dynamic week-long STEM enrichment program introducing middle school students to Science Olympiad-style learning with hands-on experiments and team challenges in life, physical, earth, and engineering sciences.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8726
Students engage in hands-on robotics design, engineering, and programming, learn coding languages, create video games, and build a better world using AI technology.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Johnson C. Smith University, 100 Beatties Ford Rd, Charlotte, NC 28216
Phone
N/A
Offers over 40 hands-on summer camps in science, engineering, and technology for rising K-7th graders, covering diverse topics like robotics, Minecraft, chemistry, and animal science.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., Antioch Elementary School, The British International School of Charlotte)
Phone
N/A
Offers eco-friendly summer adventures where campers explore the circular economy, recycling, upcycling, and sustainable design through hands-on projects like robotics, 3D printing, and composting.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Innovation Barn, Charlotte, NC
Phone
N/A
A no-cost, state-funded program for academically talented North Carolina high school students to engage in intensive, hands-on STEM research with university faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte campus
Phone
N/A
Offers engaging STEAM camps with hands-on activities in robotics, drones, 3D printing, coding, engineering, and science, fostering critical thinking through design-based learning.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
16041 Johnston Rd E, Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone
(980) 339-9396
Provides daily STEM learning through play, fostering academic curiosity and critical thinking with activities from basic engineering concepts to complex technology challenges.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
9335 Harris Corners Pkwy, Charlotte, NC 28269
Phone
(704) 595-7529
Campers explore the science of flight through hands-on STEM activities, creative challenges, and inspiring stories of aviation trailblazers.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
4672 First Flight Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208
Phone
(704) 996-9000
Students engage in hands-on activities across various STEM fields, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and innovation in a dynamic learning environment.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
5800 Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(704) 887-7000
Campers explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through engaging projects and experiments, encouraging curiosity and creative exploration.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
7301 Sardis Rd, Charlotte, NC 28270
Phone
(704) 366-5660
Kids participate in diverse STEM activities, from engineering challenges to scientific investigations, designed to inspire innovation and analytical skills.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
1440 Carmel Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226
Phone
(704) 943-4500
This camp offers play-based STEM activities for early learners from Pre-K to 2nd grade, exploring themes like dinosaurs, robotics, chemistry, and engineering.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
105 Gilead Road, Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone
(704) 327-2189
Kids build a new robot daily and learn about circuitry and other STEAM concepts through engaging, hands-on projects and fun activities.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Mobile business
Phone
N/A
High school students explore artificial intelligence, machine learning, and robotics through hands-on experiences and discussions on ethical implications, guided by university faculty.
Age Group
High School
Location
Davidson College, Davidson, NC
Phone
1-888-709-TECH
Young campers explore STEM, space, and theater through age-appropriate, hands-on activities in a fun and safe college campus environment.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
UNC Charlotte campus
Phone
(704) 687-8726
High school students conduct STEM research on the UNC Charlotte campus under the mentorship of faculty and graduate students, designing experiments, collecting data, and presenting findings.
Age Group
High School
Location
UNC Charlotte Campus
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Charlotte directory lists 308+ local and online programs across the Charlotte metro area — including AI, coding, robotics, science, and math camps for kids, middle schoolers, and high school students. Compare prices, dates, age groups, and formats, then filter by focus area above to find the closest match for Summer 2026.
We list 308+ STEM summer camps in Charlotte, NC across AI & machine learning, coding, robotics, science, math, space, and cybersecurity. Top picks vary by your child's age and interests — use the category filters above to compare programs by price, duration, and format.
Prices in our Charlotte directory range from free community programs to $3,000+ for university-hosted pre-college tracks. Most full-day weekly camps run $400–$900 per week; specialized AI and research programs typically run $1,000–$2,500 for the full program. Click any camp for current pricing.
Camps in our Charlotte listings cover elementary (typically ages 6–10), middle school (11–13), high school (14–18), and selective pre-college research programs for rising seniors. Filter by age group to see only programs that match your child.
Yes — many of our listed programs offer fully online or hybrid formats, especially in AI, coding, and research. Online options are open to students nationwide, including Charlotte-area kids who can't travel to an in-person camp. Look for the “Virtual Camp” filter or any program tagged Online / Hybrid in the details.
Yes. Several listings are pre-college programs hosted by universities — including residential and commuter options. These are competitive admissions with applications often closing in March/April for summer cohorts. Use the Pre-College filter at the top to see only these programs.
