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Searching for the best summer camps and programs in Canton, MA? From sports and swimming to arts, crafts, and team-building adventures, Canton offers a variety of options to keep kids active, creative, and engaged all summer long. Whether your child loves outdoor fun, wants to explore their artistic side, or is looking to make new friends, there’s a camp or program that’s just right for them. Dive into our guide to discover the top summer activities for kids in Canton!

Best Summer Camps & Activities for Kids in Canton  MAss (2026)

Metro South Gymnastics Academy 

Summer Trainings
At Metro South Gymnastics Academy, we believe summer is the perfect time to take gymnastics to the next level. That’s why we’re offering two exciting programs designed to help athletes stay active, build new skills, and continue their gymnastics journey in a fun, focused, and supportive environment. Whether your child wants extra time on specific events or is ready for more in-depth training, we have the perfect fit.

Summer Clinics
Thursdays | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Choose Your Weeks |

Ages 7+
Our Weekly Clinics give gymnasts the chance to focus on specific skills and events with targeted instruction. Each 90-minute clinic dives into a specialized area. These sessions are perfect for athletes looking to fine-tune their technique, overcome mental blocks, or simply get in some extra practice. Families can sign up for individual weeks or enroll in the full 6-week series!

07/03 Bars

07/10 Walkovers & Aerials

07/17 Bars

07/24 Power Tumbling

07/31 Beam & Floor

08/07 Bars

Rec Gymnastics Training Camp
Mondays (Beginner) & Wednesdays (Intermediate/Advanced) |

6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Ages 5-10
This brand-new, 2-hour specialty class is built for motivated gymnasts who want to keep growing this summer! Each session features skill-focused stations, strength and flexibility work, and personalized coaching in a fun and energetic environment. We offer two levels:

Beginner Training Camp (Mondays): For athletes who are new to gymnastics or developing foundational skills like cartwheels, roundoffs, walkovers, pullovers, and basic beam and vault work.

Intermediate/Advanced Training Camp (Wednesdays): For athletes with prior experience looking to level up with walkovers, handsprings, kips, and advanced progressions.

Snacks are provided during a short break mid-session. Join us weekly or make it a regular part of your summer training routine!

 BEHN Basketball Camp – Galvin Middle School – Coed

For over 20 years, Behn has been growing the game throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Located just south of Boston in Norfolk County, Galvin Middle School is a great spot for boys and girls, ages 8-16, of all abilities to improve their basketball skills!

The Complete Skills Camp helps players of all abilities develop athletically, refine fundamental basketball skills and enhance their skill set at the post, wing or guard position.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Emphasis on fundamentals and focus on proper shooting technique
Learning team play on both offense and defense
Official Behn Camp T-shirt

COMPLETE SKILLS CAMP
Check-in: Monday from 8:30am-9am
Closing Ceremony: Friday at 2:30pm. Departure immediately following.
Full Day Hours: MON-FRI 9am-3pm

Mass Audubon Summer Camp Canton MA

Welcome to the  Wild at Art   Nature Camp

Museum of American Bird Art Education Center & Wildlife Sanctuary in Canton

Give your child the chance to experience the  transformative power of art and nature.
Our unique camp setting—part wildlife sanctuary, part art museum and studio—inspires creativity,
promotes well-being, and enhances connections to nature. We provide a safe, fun-filled camp
experience specially designed to nurture a child’s happiness and sense of wonder.
Campers ages 4.5–14 have fun and build lasting  friendships while naturalists, teaching artists,
and trained counselors lead them in outdoor  explorations and creative art projects, including
kiln-fired pottery, painting, mixed media,  printmaking, and more.  Fun and educational kids’ summer camps in Canton

2026 Camp Pricing
Prices shown represent a range based on a sliding scale. A sliding scale pricing structure makes camp affordable for families by removing financial barriers and expanding access to camp for families in an easy, dependable, and confidential process. Tiered pricing is based on availability. Please note: All camp families registering at Tiers 4 or 5 must have an active membership for the duration of the camp session. View the sliding scale tier levels

One-week Nature & Art Camp
Monday–Friday • 9:00 am–3:00 pm
Weekly Sessions: June 15-August 14 (no camp June 19 and July 3)

Each week of Nature & Art Camp centers around a different theme, like Amazing Amphibians and Remarkable Reptiles or Owl Ecology and Art. In addition to creating their own masterpieces, campers will embark on nature hikes, learn about local ecosystems, and discover how to capture the beauty of their surroundings in their artwork.

Weekly Themes
download 2026 Wild at Art Camp Themes (127.6 kB)
Young camper painting at a table outdoors
Ages 4.5-6
This age group is designed to encourage a young child’s curiosity, increase sensory awareness, and introduce nature. Campers split their time between shorter hikes, engaging nature play, and art projects. See available sessions

Sliding Scale Price Range: $97-$485

A group of campers at Wild At Art Nature Camp cut out shapes in construction paper for an art project
Ages 7-8
Camp emphasizes the natural history of animals and the interrelationships of all living things through art projects, exploration in meadows, the brook, and pine grove, and nature-based games. See available sessions

Sliding Scale Price Range: $97-$485

MABA campers seated cross-legged on small indoor rugs, reaching for bird feathers being held out by a teacher naturalist
Ages 9-10
For those interested in the intersection of nature and art, this age group participates in field activities while learning methods and techniques used in higher level art. See available sessions

Sliding Scale Price Range: $97-$485

MABA Older Campers in Sprinkler
Ages 11-13
These campers go beyond basic nature education by working closely with Mass Audubon staff to participate in inquiry-based activities; campers will build their own autonomy through self-directed learning and peer teaching. All sessions include opportunities to thoughtfully explore multiple art medias and technologies, as well as fun games. See available sessions

Sliding Scale Price Range: $97-$485

Top-rated summer camp experiences in Canton for kids

Canton Catholic Kids Camp

Canton Recreation Department

2026 INFO

☀️ PEQUITSIDE DAY CAMP with Canton Parks & Recreation is back for Summer 2026!

🌲 Weekly field trips
🏞️ 33 acres of land
🏊 Pool time
🎨 Wide range of activities
👩‍🏫 Trained staff
📚 Grades 1st–6th (entering Fall ‘26)

🗓️ June 22nd – August 14th
📍 79 Pleasant St, Canton, MA 02021

A fun-filled summer of outdoor adventures, friends, and classic camp memories right in Canton!

🚀 BLAST OFF CAMP is ready for a fun summer adventure!

🗓️ Dates: June 22nd – August 14th
⏰ Time: 9:30AM – 1:00PM
🕒 Extended Day: 1:00PM – 3:00PM
📍 Location: Rodman Early Childhood Center
💲 Fee: $140 Residents | $150 Non-Residents
👶 Ages: 3–6

⚠️ All campers must be potty trained in order to attend this program.

Perfect for little ones ready to learn, play, and have a blast this summer! ☀️🎨

🚌 EDGE CAMP with Canton Parks & Recreation

😎 Grades: 5–8

🗓️ Dates: July 6th – August 6th
⏰ Time: 8:00AM – 4:30PM

The Edge Camp provides a variety of experiences that meet the unique needs and interests of middle school participants. Each day consists of trips that include outdoor activities and regional attractions.

💲 Fee (Weekly): $360 Residents | $370 Non-Residents

A great option for middle schoolers who love field trips, adventure, and staying active all summer long! ☀️

Baseball Camp

Nike Junior Golf Camps is proud to offer top-notch instruction programs in Boston at Brookmeadow Country Club. Hosted by Seth Dichard Golf Schools, these full day junior camps are designed to help players of all skill levels improve in a fun, camp environment.

Each camp session runs Monday through Friday, 9:30am to 4:30pm. Under the watchful eye of the Seth Dichard Golf School instructional staff, campers work on all aspects of their games – putting, chipping, bunker play and full-swing. Morning instruction is followed by lunch and then afternoon course play (schedule varies by day, see full details below). Lunch is included for full day campers each day.

NIKE CAMP TOURNAMENT & SKILLS CHALLENGE
The Nike Camp Tournament & Skills Challenge is an amazing opportunity for your child to put the skills they’ve learned to the test! On the second to last day of camp, our camp director will be putting on a tournament and skills challenge for campers to compete in. This will be a great event with photo opportunities (parents are welcome to attend!) and chances to win special prizes. To register, please select the option to add the Tournament/Skills Challenge at checkout.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE
Three hours of practice with the staff covering all facets of the game; putting, chipping/pitching, full-swing
On-course instruction working on course management, shot selection, rules and etiquette (when available)
Evaluations provided to each student at the conclusion of camp
Games, extended lunch and ice cream on final day of camp
Camper amenity package including a Nike hat, drawstring bag, SRIXON golf balls, camp workbook, and graduation certificate
A healthy and positive learning environment designed to help every camper get better!

Greg Carter European Hockey Training Camps

All of the Greg Carter European Hockey Training Camps focus on individual skill development (ISD) to help students become more complete players. Through our unique drills, students will improve their control, agility, reflex, technique, edge, and muscle retention skills. Our ISD approach enables our students to learn each skill in a controlled environment and then apply speed and game situations to complete the lessons.

CAMP DETAILS:
This camp will help you turn the corner on your path to hockey greatness! Our Total Skills hockey camp focuses on individual skill development (ISD) and uses unique on-ice equipment to challenge and motivate skaters. During this camp, you will improve your control, agility, reflex, technique, edge, and muscle retention skills. You’ll also learn some offensive and defensive moves, and get a chance to work on your new skills in controlled game situations.

FEATURES:
Each camp “hour” focuses on a specific skill
Instructors assist and encourage students
Students gain confidence as they progress
Camp jersey
Daily scrimmage is a showcase of students’ successes
Students have fun!

.Greg Carter European Hockey Training Camps also in Kingston and Hingham as well

Circuit Lab: App Inventors and Hands-on Electronics

Located at the Armando Center* Grades 1-3

Circuit Makers 101
Let’s get creative with electricity! In this junior hands-on electronics class, students will gain experience with creating their own electronics; designing custom light-up greeting cards, electric games, mazes, and even musical instruments. Each class day
consists of a circuitry lesson and a hands-on electronics project, using components like lights, buzzers, switches, motors, and sensors. Circuit Lab staff will make sure participants create a project that they can be proud of each day. Most class days include a
take-home project

Date: July 27th – July 31st
Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM

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Robot Commanders 101
Understanding how software can interact with robots is a key skill for the STEM jobs of tomorrow. In this class we provide several active, playful activities, where students learn about what it means to write, debug, and execute computer programs that communicate with different robotic devices. Using the power of code, students will turn Sphero SPRK+ robots into Magic 8 Balls, automated Red Light / Green Light games, and the arcade classic Pong – and Unruly Splats will become our voting machines, relay races, guessing games, and more.

Date: July 27th – July 31st
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM

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Circuit Makers 101 and Robot Commanders 101: Full Day

Date: July 27th – July 31st
Time: 9:00AM – 4:00PM

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Hands On Electronics and App Inventors
Located at the Armando Center Grades 4-7

Hands On Electronics:
In a world powered by smart technology and AI, the most innovative engineers understand how software and hardware work together. This course gived young makers that critical edge. We start by exploring the magic of electorincs with simple curcuits, then begin making customized programmable devices with Arduino. We will gain practice working with LED’s, speakers, a variety of sensors, and several kid friendly programming interfaces. Each class day is a chance to design, build, and code a new hands-on project while developing a valuable set of skills

Date: August 10th – August 14th
Time: 9:00AM – 12:00PM

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App Inventors:
Want to know how the apps work on your phone or ipad? Or, do you already have the next great app idea, and just need to know how to make it? In this no experience required course, we use MIT App Inventor Software to make fun, creative apps for android phones and tablets. We will also explore wireless communication by building custom Bluetooth hardware controllers and readouts for our apps. Participants will learn both the programming and design aspects of creating apps, and have the opportunity to build apps of their own with the support of Circuit Lab Instructors.

Date: August 10th – August 14th
Time: 1:00PM – 4:00PM

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Hands On Electronic and App Inventors: Full Day

Date: August 10th – August 14th
Time: 9:00AM – 4:00PM

If you are looking for kids  summer camp in other towns besides Canton   Massachusetts , check out the South Shore Boston Summer Camp guide.