Compare 15+ Space & Aviation 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 Jun 11, 2026
An immersive one-day camp at airports for youth to explore aviation careers, STEM education, and leadership through firsthand experiences and industry mentors.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Multiple Locations (Airports in Paw Creek, NC)
Phone
N/A
A structured, college-level foundation course in aerospace engineering, taught live online over 6 weeks. Every session pairs strong concept-building with a hands-on lab in college-level simulators, and students design and defend a capstone mission at the end. No prior aerospace experience required.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Advanced 1:1 mentor-guided fellowship where high school students conduct an original aerospace research project — from aviation safety and drones to satellites, space medicine, and sustainable aviation — and produce a serious deliverable for college applications, with optional journal-publication support.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Campers explore drone technology through hands-on scenarios, building and flying their own drones, and gaining experience in aviation and interactive robotics.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(704) 500-8446
Teens engage with cutting-edge drone technology and STEM education through hands-on programs, with new themes and challenges each week.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
The Cannon School, 5801 Poplar Tent Rd, Concord, NC 28027
Phone
+1-800-336-2098
Campers use astronomy tools to explore the solar system, stars, and beyond, engaging in hands-on activities to learn about space and celestial objects.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone
(704) 372-6261
Middle school students explore drone technology, flight dynamics, and practical applications through engaging hands-on activities.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Central Piedmont Community College, 1201 Elizabeth Ave, Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone
(704) 330-6035
Campers explore the world of aviation, including pilots, engineers, meteorologists, and drone operators through a full day summer program.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
4739 E W.T. Harris Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28215
Phone
(984) 212-6283
Young campers become astronauts in training, exploring the sun, moon, planets, and astronaut life through hands-on activities like making moon sand and fizzing planets.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
14335 N Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone
(704) 937-2384
Young explorers blend astronomy, physics, and biology with Star Wars themes, building creations, exploring planets, and discovering real space science through hands-on missions.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
UNC Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Phone
(704) 687-8900
Students learn about life in space, 3D print rockets, use Roblox to create a space station, and build Mars rovers, preparing them for future STEM careers.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
3540 Toringdon Way, Charlotte, NC 28277
Phone
(704) 438-9800
Campers journey into the wonders of outer space, exploring stars, moons, and planets through immersive activities, perfect for an introduction to astronomy.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone
(704) 372-6261
Rising 2nd-5th graders explore the science of flight, meet aviation role models, and build confidence through hands-on experiments and access to aviation history.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
4108 Minuteman Way, Charlotte, NC 28208
Phone
(704) 997-3770
Middle and high school students explore diverse aviation and aerospace career paths through hands-on activities, learning flight fundamentals, history, and industry roles.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
Sullenberger Aviation Museum, 4672 1st Flight Dr, Charlotte, NC 28208
Phone
(980) 333-5453
Students learn airspace rules, flight safety, weather effects, and drone applications, gaining knowledge to pass the FAA exam and earn official drone pilot certification.
Age Group
High School
Location
9201 University City Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28223
Phone
(704) 687-8900
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Charlotte directory lists 120+ 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 120+ 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.
