🏕️ Camps
Summer camps, day camps, and specialty camps for kids
Stretch-N-Grow
🦸 Superhero Academy
📍 Springbrook Recreation Center, 1537 Dalton Street, Alcoa, TN 37701
💰 $99 (3-hour) / $160 (5-hour)
👶 Ages: 3-8
- T-shirt included
- Comes dressed as favorite hero on Day 3
- Obstacle course rescues
- Relay races
Superhero Academy is three days of high-energy fun for ages 3-8 where kids discover their powers through imagination and movement. Day 1 is power training with leap, balance, climb, and zoom stations. Day 2 features hero missions with obstacle course rescues and relay races. Day 3 is a superhero...
Sports Camps
⚽ Sports & More Kids Camp I - Everett Recreation Center
📍 Everett Recreation Center, 318 S. Everett High Road, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM, June 9-12, 2026
💰 $48-60 per week
👶 Ages: Ages 4-12
- Multiple sports
- Active kids
- Age groups
- Member discounts available
Sports & More Kids Camp is a week-long camp at Everett Recreation Center that introduces kids to multiple sports and activities. It is a great introduction to team sports for younger kids and a chance to try different athletic activities. Ages served: Typically ages 4-12 (split by age...
Arts & Music
🎨 Clayton Center for the Arts - Maryville Location
📍 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37803
👶 Ages: Various ages
The Clayton Center for the Arts has expanded to Maryville with a beautiful new location on Lamar Alexander Parkway. This is the same arts education organization known throughout Middle Tennessee, now bringing creative programs closer to East Tennessee families. What to expect: - Youth art programs...
Library Programs
📖 Knox County Public Library - Summer Reading 2026
📍 Multiple branches across Knoxville and Maryville area
🕐 Summer 2026 (registration opens spring)
💰 Free with library card
👶 Ages: All ages (programs for babies through teens)
- Read City USA 2026 theme: Dinosaur Stomp, Roar!
- Mayor Jacobs' reading challenge
- Prizes for kids, teens, and adults
- Summer library club programs
- Children's Festival of Reading
As a homeschooling mom who spends way too much time at the library, I can tell you that the Knox County Public Library is one of our family's best resources. Their summer reading program is a must-do for keeping kids engaged with reading all summer long. Summer 2026 Theme: Read City USA - Dinosaur...
📚🥾 Knox County Public Library - Storybook Trails
📍 Various locations: West View Park, Collier Preserve, Ijams Nature Center, Beverly Park
🕐 Park hours, rain or shine
💰 Free
👶 Ages: All ages
- Outdoor storytelling
- Nature-based learning
- Accessible paths
- Rotating seasonal stories
Okay moms, listen up! The Knox County Public Library has something absolutely magical that I stumbled upon, and I need to share it with you. Storybook Trails are these beautiful story panels installed along walking trails at various Knoxville parks. Instead of traditional storytime inside, these...
More Camps
🌿 "Just Get Outdoors" Nature Adventure Camp
📍 Springbrook Park, 1537 Dalton St, Alcoa, TN 37701
💰 $155
👶 Ages: Ages 8-12
A fun outdoor camp for kids ages 8-12 that teaches participants about the natural environment in a positive, engaging atmosphere. Campers explore stream and forest ecology, plant and animal biology, and learn animal tracking skills through hands-on activities. The camp also includes nature crafts...
"School's Out for Summer PARTY!" 5-Hr Camp (Stretch-n-Grow)
📍 318 South Everett High Road, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $160
👶 Ages: 3-8
- Foam party
- Water activities
- Glow party
- Age-separated activities
- Popsicles and ice cream sundaes
Blount County Parks & Rec brings Stretch-n-Grow back with their famous three-day summer kick-off camp. Ages 3-8 get three full days of themed fun at the Everett Recreation Center. Dates: May 27-29, 2026 (Wed-Fri) Time: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM Ages: 3-8 (younger campers must be fully...
🏕️ Camp Tipton
📍 933 Walker School Rd, Maryville, TN 37803
💰 Various session options — see website
👶 Ages: 5-14
- 68 acres
- Archery
- Rock climbing
- BB guns
- Water activities
Camp Tipton is a beloved Christian summer day and resident camp nestled on 68 wooded acres in Maryville. Open to kids ages 5–14, the camp offers a classic summer experience with activities like archery, rock climbing, BB guns, water activities, and nature art. They also run a Campers-in-Training...
⛺ Connect Camp at Blount Community Church
📍 1533 West Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37801
💰 $264
👶 Ages: K-5th grade
Connect Camp is a one-week summer day camp running June 15-19, 2026 at Blount Community Church in Maryville. Designed for kids who have completed K-5th grade, it offers non-stop fun with daily faith-based lessons, archery, crafts, sports, and eight rotating skill sessions each day. The camp is run...
🏈 Future Stars Football Skills Camp
📍 Alcoa High School Football Field, Alcoa, TN
💰 $75
👶 Ages: Rising 2nd - 5th Graders
- Water bottle required
- Cleats and tennis shoes
- Quarterbacks bring own ball
- Snacks and drinks available for purchase
Future Stars Football Skills Camp is for rising 2nd through 5th graders looking to build fundamental skills on both sides of the ball. Camp runs June 15-17, 2026 (Mon-Wed) from 9:00 AM to noon at Alcoa High School. Cost is $75 and includes a camp keepsake. Brian Gossett, Alcoa High School Offensive...
💃 K-POP Dance Party Camp 2026 (Stretch-N-Grow)
📍 318 S. Everett High Rd, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $99 (3-hour) / $160 (5-hour)
👶 Ages: 3-8
- Foam party finale
- Final performance
- Camp T-shirt included
- Boys & girls welcome
- Age-separated activities
Stretch-N-Grow brings the energy of K-POP to Maryville with this brand-new dance camp for ages 3-8. Campers will learn upbeat choreography, practice fun moves, and build confidence as they groove to their favorite K-POP hits. Each day includes high-energy dance sessions, creative movement games,...
🏀 PGC Basketball Camp
📍 502 E Lamar Alexander Parkway, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Contact for pricing — meals only $175, meals+dorm $350
👶 Ages: Rising 4th–11th grade
- Overnight option
- College campus setting
- 5-day camp
- Co-ed
- All skill levels
PGC Basketball runs elite-level basketball camps at Maryville College, one of the most recognized brands in youth basketball development. They focus on mindset, footwork, and fundamentals — what they call "thinking the game" rather than just playing it. For Summer 2026, the Maryville College camp...
📚 Blount County Library Summer Reading Program 2026
📍 200 Public Library Lane, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Free
👶 Ages: Birth through grade 6
When: Registration typically opens in late April, program runs June-August 2026 Where: Blount County Public Library (Maryville, Blountville, and Maryville branches) Ages: Birth through grade 6 Cost: Free Every year, the Blount County Library system runs one of the best summer reading programs in...
🏕️ Camp Eagle's Nest - Dolly Parton Children's Hospital
📍 4901 Montvale Rd, Maryville, TN 37803
💰 Free for eligible patients
👶 Ages: 6-17 years
If you have a child who receives care through the Children's Hospital Hematology/Oncology Clinic, Camp Eagle's Nest is a gift. This is a FREE camp experience at the beautiful Montvale Springs property in Maryville - no cost at all, fully funded by the hospital and their supporters. The camp runs...
🔬 Saints Science Academy - Maryville College
📍 701 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $100
👶 Ages: Rising high school juniors and seniors
- College campus experience
- Hands-on labs
- Professional networking
- Morning sessions
If you have high school juniors or seniors who are interested in science careers, this four-day camp at Maryville College is a fantastic opportunity. Running June 15-18, 2026, the Saints Science Academy is designed specifically for rising juniors and seniors who want to explore majors like biology,...
🩰 Van Metre School of Dance Summer Intensive 2026
📍 215 W. Broadway Ave., Maryville, TN 37801
🕐 June 8-12 and July 6-17, 2026
💰 $500
👶 Ages: 12+
- Pointe work required
- Guest artists
- Multiple dance styles
- Performance training
If your dancer is serious about technique and artistry, the Van Metre Summer Intensive is the real deal. This is not just summer camp fun. It is intensive training designed for dedicated dancers ready to elevate their skills. Ages 12+ | July 6-17, 2026 | 9am-3pm daily The intensive includes daily...
⛺ YMCA Camp Montvale
📍 4901 Montvale Rd, Maryville, TN 37803
💰 Varies by program; contact for pricing
👶 Ages: Varies by program (day & overnight camps, family camps)
- Overnight camp
- Day camp
- Family camps
- Swimming
- Hiking
YMCA Camp Montvale is the YMCA of East Tennessee’s overnight camp nestled in the Smoky Mountains just outside Maryville. It’s a place where kids build friendships, try new things, and spend time outdoors in a safe, supervised setting. Programs include summer day and overnight camps, family camps,...
🏕️ Blount County Parks & Rec Summer Day Camps 2026
📍 209 E. Franklin St, Alcoa, TN (and other park locations)
💰 Varies by program ($48–$95/week or $60–$85 per session)
👶 Ages: 8-12 years
Blount County Parks & Recreation runs a variety of summer day camps each June and July for kids of all interests and ages. Programs include sports camps (volleyball, football, basketball, soccer, softball, wrestling), specialty camps (K-Pop Dance, Ninja Warrior Tumbling, Performing Arts,...
🎨 Cook n Craft Academy
📍 418 Wharf Street, Loudon, TN 37863
💰 Varies by class — check upcoming schedule
👶 Ages: 4–99
- Kids cooking classes
- Crafting sessions
- Birthday parties
- Parties to go kits
- Bakery and gourmet shop
Cook n Craft Academy is a hands-on cooking and crafting school for kids (and kids at heart) ages 4 to 99. Located at 418 Wharf Street in historic Loudon, TN — just 15 minutes west of Maryville — this is a unique spot where children learn real culinary skills and creative crafts in a fun, supportive...
Exceptional Artist Art Camp at Maryville College
📍 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Mon-Thu 8:30AM-3:30PM, Fri 8:30AM-11:30AM
💰 $250 (early) / $275 (late)
👶 Ages: K-6th grade
- College campus setting
- Art materials included
- Family art show at Clayton Center
- Early care available
- Camp shirt included
Exceptional Artist has been running summer art camps at Maryville College since 2014, in partnership with the Clayton Center for the Arts. This is a day camp where kids explore multiple art mediums in college Fine Arts classrooms, then showcase their work at a family art show at the Clayton...
🏕️ Mary Esther UMC Summer Camps
📍 702 N Cusick St, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $130/week or $350 full summer + $50 registration
👶 Ages: Ages 1-7
- Half-day sessions (9 AM-12 PM)
- Weekly drop-in option
- Sibling discount
- Ages 1-7
Mary Esther United Methodist Church is running their annual summer camps for children ages 1-7, June 8 through July 24. These are short, half-day sessions (9 AM - 12 PM) so you don't have to worry about full-day coverage. Weekly themes: - June 8-12: Safari Week - June 15-19: Science Week - June...
🎨 Studio 212 Arts
📍 934 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 Summer camps $200/week; semester classes $75–$105/class; $25 one-time registration fee
👶 Ages: 6–13+
- Pottery classes
- Painting
- Semester classes
- Summer camps
- Small class sizes
Studio 212 Arts is a local working art studio at 934 E Broadway Ave offering pottery, painting, drawing, and hands-on art classes for kids, teens, and adults. For kids and teens: Semester-long classes (ages 6–10, 11–14, 10–12, 13+) in clay and round-robin art, with small groups and no prior...
🏕️ Blount County Parks & Rec - Summer Camps
📍 Multiple locations - Maryville & Alcoa, TN
💰 $48-60 per week
👶 Ages: Ages 5-12 (varies by program)
- Summer camps
- Multiple locations
- Pre-registration required
- Scholarships available
Blount County Parks & Recreation runs some fantastic summer day camps throughout the county - from triathlon programs for ages 8-12 to general day camps for younger kids. The camps run Monday-Friday, May 26 - July 3, 2026, at locations including John Sevier Park in Maryville and the Martin...
⛺ Camp Webb
📍 9800 Webb School Lane, Knoxville, TN 37923
💰 Varies by camp - see website for 2026 rates
👶 Ages: 4-7th grade
- 114 acres in Cedar Bluff area
- Adventure Camp with archery, swimming, climbing wall
- 88 Specialty Camps (art, science, cooking, engineering, theater)
- Sports Camps for all skill levels
- Camp Wonderoo for 4-year-olds
Camp Webb is Knoxville's largest summer day camp with 65+ years of programming and 114 acres just off Kingston Pike. They run Adventure Camp (archery, swimming, climbing wall, and more), 88 Specialty Camps (art, science, cooking, engineering, theater, chess, and more), Sports Camps, and Camp...
🎨 Fine Arts Connection
📍 1922 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
👶 Ages: All ages
- Art classes
- Music lessons
- Summer camps
- Recording studio
- Paint parties
Fine Arts Connection is a Maryville-based school of art and music for all ages — from preschoolers picking up their first pencil to adults developing advanced skills. What they offer: • School of Art: Drawing, landscape, painting, portraiture, private & group instruction (preschool through...
🏕️ Kidcam Camp at UT Knoxville
📍 2111 Volunteer Blvd, Knoxville, TN 37996
👶 Ages: K–13
- ACA accredited
- Swimming
- STEM
- Sports
- Arts
Kidcam Camps at UT Knoxville runs ACA-accredited summer day camps for kids ages K–13 at the university TRECS facility. Week-to-week scheduling with sibling discounts, extended care, and lunch options available. Camps feature swimming multiple times a week, STEM, sports, arts, life skills, and water...
MLK Youth Summer Day Camp
📍 209 E. Franklin Street, Alcoa, TN 37701
💰 $60/week
👶 Ages: 5-12
The MLK Center Youth Summer Day Camp runs Monday through Friday for most of the summer, offering a full week of activities including literacy programs, computer lab, swimming, field trips, outdoor activities, games, and arts & crafts. Ages: 5–12 Dates: May 26 – July 2, 2026 (Mon–Fri, except...
🏺 McQueen Pottery Studio
📍 934 E Broadway Ave, Maryville, TN 37804
💰 $$
- Paint-your-own pottery
- Kids birthday parties available
- All skill levels welcome
Hand-crafted dinnerware studio in downtown Maryville. McQueen Pottery makes beautiful handmade pottery for the table, with clean classic design. Available through their website and at galleries throughout the Southeast.
🏕️ Oak Ridge Recreation Summer Camps
📍 Oak Ridge, TN
💰 Varies by program
👶 Ages: Ages 6-15
Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department summer camp registration is open for children ages 6-15. Various activities and programs throughout the summer.
⚽ Sports & More Kids Camp - Everett Recreation Center
📍 Everett Recreation Center, 316 S Everett High Rd, Maryville, TN 37803
👶 Ages: Ages 5-13
Active Kids runs Sports & More Kids Camp at the Everett Recreation Center, perfect for ages 5-13 who love being active. Campers rotate through sports stations so they get to experience multiple activities rather than specializing in just one. What to expect: - Mixed-gender groups - Focus on fun...
🍳 The Cutting Edge Classroom
📍 150 N Martinwood Rd, Knoxville, TN 37919
👶 Ages: Kids, families, adults
- Kids cooking classes
- Kids camps
- Family classes
- Private lessons
- Group classes
A state-of-the-art cooking school in Knoxville offering hands-on cooking classes for kids, families, and adults. Kids can learn real kitchen skills in a fun, chef-taught environment — from appetizers to full meals, with age-appropriate classes that build confidence and creativity. They also run...
📚 Blount County Public Library - Children's Programs
📍 Multiple locations - See website for branch details
🕐 Year-round programs (weekly storytimes, monthly clubs, seasonal events)
💰 Free
👶 Ages: Birth to grade 8 (programs vary by age group)
- Baby & Me Storytime (ages 0-3)
- Little Learners Storytime (ages 3-5)
- STEAMKids (ages 8-12)
- LEGO Club (grades K-5)
- Kids Book Club (grades 4-8)
As a homeschooling mom who spends way too much time at the library (no judgment, please), I can tell you that the Blount County Public Library's children's programs are an absolute GOLD MINE for families in our area. Why I love it: The BCPL doesn't just have books (though they have AMAZING...
🎨 Creative Spark Studio Summer Art Camps 2026
📍 2009 E. Broadway Ave., Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Weekly Tuesday-Friday camps from June 2-July 31, 2026
💰 See registration links for current pricing
👶 Ages: Kids and youth ages 6+
- Four-day art camps
- Painting, drawing, sculpture, and mixed media
- Beginner to advanced friendly
- End-of-week art show
- Different theme each week
If you have an artsy kid who would happily come home covered in paint and glitter-adjacent enthusiasm, this is one of the best Maryville options I found. Creative Spark Studio is running a full lineup of 2026 Summer Art Camps for kids ages 6 and up. These are four-day camps, Tuesday through Friday,...
🏕️ Blount County Parks Summer Day Camps 2026
📍 Multiple locations: John Sevier Park, Alcoa Park, Maryville Park, and other community centers
🕐 May 26 - July 3, 2026 (Monday-Friday, excluding first week holiday)
💰 $60/week per child; $48/week for first week
👶 Ages: Various camps for ages 8-12, infant/toddler programs, and teen activities
- Affordable county-run programs
- Multiple locations throughout Maryville and Alcoa
- Triathlon camp for ages 8-12
- Supervised by certified instructors
- Transportation available from some locations
As a mom who's signed up my kids for at least a dozen summer programs over the years, I can tell you that Blount County Parks summer day camps are an absolute gem. They're affordable, well-run, and actually worth your time (which is more than I can say for every other option out there). The summer...
🎨 Exceptional Artist Summer Camp
📍 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 June 8-12, 2026 (one week)
💰 $250 early registration (through March 31) / $275 late registration
👶 Ages: Kindergarten - 6th grade
- Hands-on art instruction in multiple mediums
- Certified art teachers
- All art materials included
- Camp t-shirt included
- Final art show at Clayton Center for the Arts
🎨 Art Camp for Young Creators If your child loves to draw, paint, or make anything with their hands, this is a camp they'll actually want to attend. Exceptional Artist partners with Maryville College and the Clayton Center for the Arts to give kids ages K-6 a full week of focused art-making in a...
🌲 Tremont Summer Camps in the Smokies 2026
📍 9275 Tremont Road, Townsend, TN 37882
🕐 Select camps run June 8-July 23, 2026
💰 See individual camp pages; financial aid available
👶 Ages: Ages 4-17 depending on camp
- Overnight and family camp options
- All-inclusive camps with food and lodging
- Outdoor science and nature focus
- Backpacking, streams, biodiversity, and Smokies exploration
- Financial aid application available
This is one of the most special camp options anywhere near Maryville if your kid lights up outside. Tremont's summer camps take place inside Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Townsend, and the whole vibe is nature, curiosity, confidence, and unplugged adventure. The program says camps are...
⛺ Camp Wesley Woods Summer Camps 2026
📍 329 Wesley Woods Road, Townsend, TN 37882
🕐 Sessions run May 31-July 24, 2026
💰 Day Camp from $300; Discovery from $385; weeklong camps from $750; full Basecamp from $1,390
👶 Ages: Grades 1-12 depending on program
- Day camp and overnight camp options
- Faith-based camp setting
- Swimming, climbing, worship, and outdoor activities
- Programs for elementary through high school
- Leadership track for older teens
If your family wants a Christian camp experience close to Maryville, Camp Wesley Woods in Townsend has one of the fuller summer lineups I found. Their 2026 schedule includes both day camp and overnight camp options, which is nice because not every kid is ready to jump straight into a week away from...
📚 RIO Christian Academy Summer Camp
📍 370 S Long Hollow Rd, Maryville, TN 37801
🕐 June 2-27 & July 7-25, 2026 (Monday-Friday, 7:30am-5:30pm)
💰 Contact for pricing
👶 Ages: Children entering K-3rd grade
- Christian-based program
- Creative activities
- Early drop-off (7:30am)
- Full-day care (through 5:30pm)
- School campus location
Looking for a Christian-based summer program for your little one? RIO Christian Academy's summer camp is designed specifically for children entering kindergarten through 3rd grade - perfect for those who need reliable care while also getting some fun, educational activities. The camp runs in two...
🌳 Tinkergarten - Maryville
📍 Classes held at various Maryville parks and private homes
🕐 Spring sessions: March-June, classes typically 1-2 hours weekly
💰 Approximately $180-200 for 6-week session
👶 Ages: Ages 2-6
- Outdoor learning
- Socialization
- Nature exploration
- Parent-child activities
If you're looking for a way to get your little ones outside and connected with nature, Tinkergarten is a total game-changer. It's not quite a daycare and not quite a playgroup. it's these 1-2 hour outdoor classes where you and your child explore parks, play games, and learn life skills...
🌳 Tinkergarten Maryville
📍 Various parks in Maryville, TN
🕐 Tuesdays 10-11am (with optional 11am-12pm extended play/lunch) or Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am, April 7-June 3, 2026
💰 $170/season; $20 sibling discount with code TGSIBLING
👶 Ages: 18 months - 8 years (with caregiver)
- Free trial class before season starts
- Outdoor play-based learning
- Creativity-focused spring season
- Optional Talisman horsemanship add-on (additional fee)
- Scholarships available
Spring 2026: Creativity-focused season! 🎨 If you're looking for something different from the typical indoor classes, Tinkergarten is a fantastic option for getting your little ones outside and learning through play. This is perfect for our Maryville spring weather! What it is: Tinkergarten connects...
🏕️ YMCA Summer Day Camp
📍 1033 S. Broadway, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Summer 2026 (Monday-Friday, typical camp hours)
💰 $87 YMCA members / $111 non-members per week
👶 Ages: 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten)
- Swimming included
- High-energy outdoor play
- Creative indoor activities
- Age-appropriate groupings
- Safe, supervised environment
Summer break is coming, and you need a plan that's fun, safe, and actually keeps your kids engaged! The YMCA Summer Day Camp is exactly what working parents have been looking for. They pack every day with a perfect balance of high-energy outdoor play and creative indoor activities. No single-theme...
🔬 STEM & Science Programs
📍 Springbrook Recreation Center, 1537 Dalton St, Alcoa, TN 37701
Parks & Rec offers STEM-focused programs and activities that engage kids in science, technology, engineering, and math. Hands-on learning that makes education fun! Check the Parks & Rec website for current offerings and registration dates.
🏀 Maryville College Youth Basketball Camps
📍 Maryville College Campus, 1520 N. Lamar St., Maryville, TN
🕐 June 15-18, 2026
Youth basketball camps at the college level! Kids learn from college coaches, improve their skills, and experience college-level training. Great for developing fundamental basketball skills, teamwork, and maybe even dreaming about playing in college someday.
🎨 Smart Toys and Books - Art Classes
📍 9700 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37919
👶 Ages: Pre-K to 5th grade
Year-round art classes and summer camps taught by Miss Shelley, a professional artist with experience teaching pre-k through 5th grade. An established program in the Knoxville area that serves Maryville families. Kids get real, professional art instruction in a fun and creative environment.
🧗 Maryville College Alpine Tower Program
📍 Maryville College Campus, 1520 N. Lamar St., Maryville, TN
👶 Ages: Varies
Join the folks with Maryville College's Mountain Challenge program and conquer their 60-foot Alpine Tower! An incredible opportunity for kids to step outside their comfort zone and challenge themselves mentally and physically as they work their way to the top. Sessions are held on select Wednesdays...
🏕️ Blount County Parks & Rec Summer Day Camps
📍 316 S. Everett High Road, Maryville, TN 37804
🕐 Summer 2026 (typically June - August)
💰 $60/week per child (first week $48)
The cornerstone of summer fun in Blount County! These day camps offer structured activities, games, and learning opportunities for kids. Camps are held at various locations including the MLK Jr. Community Center. Scholarships are available for qualifying families . just pick up an application at...
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