Spring, Summer, and Winter Camps in Birmingham, AL
Bring your curiosity and sense of wonder for hands-on, minds-on, science and fun! McWane camps offer further inquiry into science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) topics for children 4 to 13 years old. Campers learn about the deep oceans, journey into outer space, build robots, or spend time with our McWane animals.
Summer 2024
Registration for Summer Camp 2024 is coming soon! So get ready to grow your mind this season.
We are currently in the process of updating our Summer Camp programs. We will make an announcement soon when registration goes live!
In the meantime, spots for Spring Break Camps are still open! Come learn more about these experiences that are hands-on, minds-on, science-filled and fun!
Spring 2024
Registration for Spring Break Camp 2024 is now closed! Please feel free to browse our selection of Summer Camp offerings below.
Looking for an awesome way to spend your Spring Break? Our Spring Break Camps are packed with fun, hands-on learning activities for kids in 4K to 6th grade!
Camp Features:
- Safe, indoor environment
- Expert instructors
- Hands-on STEM learning
- Exploring the science center
The deadline for registration for Spring Break camps is Wednesday, March 19. If you are having issues registering on your mobile device, especially an iPhone, please try again using a desktop computer.
Please read the Camp McWane Guide above for more information on registration, cancellations, before and after care, lunches, and more.
Summer Camp registration opens in February.
Half-Day Camp: 4K–Kindergarten
(Campers must be registered in their current grade)
For Spring Break 2024, our little scientists will explore backyard science, go on a treasure hunt, learn about recycling, code their own future and so much more.
Camp fees are $50 per day, and McWane Science Center Members receive a $10 discount. Membership must be active on the date of the camp to receive a membership discount. Click Here to be taken to memberships.
All fees are due upon registration.
To learn more, contact [email protected].
Full-Day Camp: Grades 1–6
(Campers must be registered in their current grade)
Our older learners will spend their days exploring our world, engineering for tomorrow, solving crimes, and embracing their inner scientist.
Full day camps are $80 per day, and McWane Science Center Members receive a $10 discount. Membership must be active on the date of the camp to receive a membership discount. Click Here to be taken to memberships.
All fees are due upon registration.
*Campers must be registered in their current grade.
To learn more, contact [email protected].
Summer 2024
Registration for Summer Camp 2024 is now open!
Campers must be registered in the grade they will be in September, 2024. Memberships must be active at the time of the selected camp to receive member discounted rates.
Summer Camp dates are June 3 – August 2, 2024.
To learn more, contact [email protected].
Attention: Parents/Caregivers are responsible for lunch every day. All campers may bring a nut-free, packed lunch, or you may purchase lunch through the Bean Sprouts Café.
Half-Day Camp: 4K–Kindergarten
(Campers must be registered in the grade they will be in September, 2024)
In one week of camp, young scientists will travel into outer space, explore the oceans, or construct towers and bridges.
Camp fees are $180 per week, and members receive a 15% discount. Membership must be active on the date of the camp to receive a membership discount. Click Here to be taken to memberships.
All fees are due at the time of registration.
Full-Day Camp: Grades 1–7
(Campers must be registered in the grade they will be in September, 2024)
From robots to the science of sports, and Legos to Minecraft, there’s something for everyone at McWane summer camps.
Camp fees are $345 per week, and members receive a 15% discount. Membership must be active on the date of the camp to receive a membership discount. Click Here to be taken to memberships.
All fees are due at the time of registration.
Winter 2023
Registration for Winter Camps 2023 is now open! So get ready to grow your mind this season.
Winter Camp dates are December 26-29, 2023. Registration closes on December 20th. Register for the grade your child is currently in.
Winter 2024
Registration for Winter Camps 2024 is now closed.
Winter Camp dates are December 30 to January 3, 2025.
Half-Day Camp: 4k-K
Half-day camps are $50 per day, and McWane Science Center Members receive a $10 discount.
Half-Day camps start at 9:00 a.m. and end at 12:30 p.m. Campers may be dropped off no earlier than 7:45 a.m. and must be picked up no later than 1:00 p.m.
Full-Day Camp: Grades 1–6
Full-day camps are $80 per day, and McWane Science Center Members receive a $10 discount.
Full-day camps begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. Campers may be dropped off no earlier than 7:45 a.m. and can be picked up as early as 4:00 p.m. and no later than 5:30 p.m.
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