Note from the mamas: If you’d like to see your Northwest Arkansas summer camp or summer activities featured with links and additional info in our Guide, let us know! Contact Gwen at gwen@nwaMotherlode.com for more information and pricing.
The camps below (with links and extra information) are nwaMotherlode sponsors, but we list all the camps we know about to make the Guide more helpful to Northwest Arkansas mamas. We’ll be adding camps as we receive new information, so be sure to check back often!
In summer 2026, the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design will offer in-person camps in Bentonville, Little Rock, and on the University of Arkansas campus in Fayetteville. Design Camp offers the chance to learn about the design professions through hands-on design projects, virtual tours and other activities created by Fay Jones School faculty who teach the disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, and interior architecture and design. In the school-guided camps, students have the opportunity to work closely with faculty and collaborate with peers in a fun and creative on-campus studio or virtual studio environment as they explore the design process.
Address: Vol Walker Hall, University of Arkansas campus, Fayetteville, AR 72701; some camps are being held in Bentonville and Little Rock
Camp hours: Generally, weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily (some campers will stay overnight in the residential camps on the U of A campus). Supplies and meals will be provided.
Contact: For specific questions, send email to faycamp@uark.edu
How to register: Click here for registration info.
Registration deadline: May 18, 2026
Click HERE for full details on camp sessions, dates, and locations.
This year Modern Mission’s celebrates 10 years of summer camps in Northwest Arkansas, with the goal that every child has loads of fun in a safe environment. Summer Camp is for ages 7-13. It’s a 5-day event that runs from 8:00am-12:00pm on June 8-12th and June 22nd-26th. Campers will have a fun, memorable week playing indoor laser tag, outdoor laser tag, and outdoor airsoft. Modern Mission has completed a major renovation for the outdoor battlefields. There will be several guest speakers throughout the week including those from the Boy Scouts, Turpentine Creek, and our local Law Enforcement. Register your child for 5 days of fun by clicking the registration link below. Drop off begins at 7:30 AM on each day of camp. Pricing is $275+ tax for each camp ticket.
Address: 3484 E. Joyce Blvd., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703
Camp War Eagle is a Christian sports, adventure and recreation summer camp for boys and girls ages 6 to 17 from Benton, Washington, Carroll and Madison counties in Northwest Arkansas. The Overnight Camp is located on the shores of beautiful Beaver Lake, and the Day Camp is offered at multiple locations in Northwest Arkansas. Camp War Eagle is the place for children to have the time of their lives and gain a greater appreciation for God, themselves and others.
Locations:
Overnight camps: 14323 Camp War Eagle Rd., Rogers, Ark. 72756
Rogers Day Camps: 2609 N. Storage Parkway, Rogers, Ark. 72756
Springdale Day Camps: 922 E. Emma Ave., Suite 130, Springdale, Ark. 72764
JBU’s Summer Academy is a weeklong overnight academic camp for rising 10th-12th grade high school students who want to test-drive a major in a low-risk environment. Explore a career path, build relationships, grow spiritually, and have fun! All meals, activities and materials are included in the registration fee.
Address: 2000 W. University St., Siloam Springs, Arkansas 72761
About ONSC summer camps: At Ozark Natural Science Center, learning about nature isn’t just educational – it’s an adventure! ONSC programs take campers beyond the classroom and into the wild, where they’ll make friends, hike scenic trails, explore the wonders of biology, ecology, and geology, and uncover the secrets of the natural world. Whether trekking through the forest, spotting wildlife on a night hike, or working together in team challenges, every moment is filled with discovery and excitement. With engaging activities like interactive experiments, thrilling outdoor games, nature art, and small-group explorations, ONSC campers experience nature in a way they’ll never forget! ONSC hosts overnight camps at the main campus, located between Huntsville and Eureka Springs. Day camps are hosted at ONSC’s Lake Fayetteville campus. View maps and directions to both locations here: www.onsc.us/contact
March camp: Spring Break Camp offered this year! Click here for info.
Summer camps: May through August (click here for dates)
Address: 1905 Madison 1305, Huntsville, AR 72749
Phone: 479-202-8340
How to register: Click here for online registration.
Click HERE for full details about Ozark Natural Science Center’s summer camps.
Imagine Studios has inspiration for each budding artist. Camp sessions will feature multiple projects including canvas painting, wood door hangers, watercolor painting, drawing, Sculpey clay, ceramic pottery, and other arts and crafts. There’s a new curriculum each day, so no two camp days are alike. Register for one week or enroll in multiple weeks to receive the full creative experience.
Address: 5212 W. Village Parkway, Suite 11, Rogers, AR 72758
Phone: (479) 283-0914
Camp times: Morning and afternoon sessions available
Camp dates: June through August
Age range: Ranges from Kindergarten through 9th grade
Summer camps at Thaden School offer opportunities for children and teens to experience our distinctive educational programs. (Campers do NOT have to be Thaden School students.) Thaden will host eight fun-filled weeks of camps with offerings in biking, animation, drama, culinary skills, math, storytelling, podcasting and more.
Address: 800 SE C Street, Bentonville
Phone: 479-268-5321 (Ask for Megan Steely for summer camp questions.)
Options: Thaden offers before and aftercare service.
Northwest Arkansas Community College is offering two summer camps called Pedals & Pathways and Spokes & Shovels, each for a different age group. Each camp offers a blend of trail-building education alongside biking fun. This week-long day camp is designed to get kids outdoors, active, and engaged in learning about nature and bike maintenance while having a blast with new friends.
Address: C-TEC Building on the NWACC campus at 1 College Dr., Bentonville, AR
Phone: (479) 986-4000
Age ranges: Ages 7-11 for Pedals & Pathways; Ages 12-15 for Spokes & Shovels
Arts One Presents promotes a community committed to artistic integrity, inclusion, and diverse voices. The inspire unconventional thinkers and those who are passionate about creative work. Their vision is to foster thriving communities through the power of art. Whether you want to audition for an upcoming performance of reserve tickets for upcoming performances, Arts One Presents has something for every family in Northwest Arkansas.
It’s so important to ensure your child is equipped with the skills to prepare them to take on any adventure they encounter. Goldfish Swim School in Rogers not only teaches your children how to swim and the importance of being safe around water but also instills new values and skills that prepare your child to achieve their full potential. The school offers award-winning swim lessons, backed by experienced and professional instructors, from ages 4 months to 12 years. Class sizes are small, with no more than a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio. They have flexible class times and a 90-degree “shiver-free” pool.
Summer Camp at Aspire Gymnastics Academy is going on a safari adventure for Summer 2026! Pack up for a week full of high-energy activities like gymnastics, trampoline, Parkour, and water games on Fridays. Campers will have daily snack times which will be provided. Camps are organized into two age groups: Ages 4 and 5 year olds are in one camp; Ages 5 to 9 are in the big kid camps. Drop-off time for younger campers is 9 a.m. with pickup by 11:30 a.m. Drop-off time for older campers is 8:30 a.m. with pickup by 12 noon. Be sure to register as soon as possible as camps will fill up quickly!
The Jones Center has created some new camp themes and brought back some of the favorites for a calendar full of fun and creative learning activities. There are full-day weeklong camps as well as half-day or full-day specialty camps. There are more than 30 different camp options this year including themes like Art & Performance, Sports & Fitness, and Stem & Adventure. There are also new camps including Space, Pickleball, Circus, and Storytelling. Jones Center members get 20% off camp prices. For camp scholarship info, contact Bree Bossier or apply for a scholarship by clicking here.
How to register: Click here to register online.
Address: 922 East Emma Avenue, Springdale, Arkansas 72764
The Scott Family Amazeum has designed two months of action packed summer camps that allow you to choose your own adventure. Each day Amazeum camps will do a deep exploration of a kid-requested topic. With different themes, your child can customize a camp experience that fits their specific interests. Map out your AMAZING summer with one camp, several camps spread throughout the summer, or even an entire summer of new adventures. Amazeum Summer Camps are primarily designed for kids ages 6-11. From hands-on tinkering to STEAM-powered adventures, Amazeum Summer Camps spark creativity and curiosity—all in a fun, supportive environment. Spots fill fast—register today!
Address: 1009 Museum Way, Bentonville, Arkansas; some camps are also being held at the Shiloh Meeting Hall and the Bentonville Community Center.
Phone: (479) 696-9280 (ext. 253)
Extended care: Some camps located at the Amazeum offer extended care before and after the camp. Click here for more info about extended care options.
For specific questions: Email Youth Engagement Manager Natalie Booth at nbooth@amazeum.org or by calling 479-696-9280, ext. 253.
Camp dates, times and ages:Click here for camp schedules and more info.
Bentonville Parks & Recreation Community Center (baseball, basketball, e-sports, running, soccer, softball, skateboarding, biking, diving, flag football, tennis, etc.)
Fayetteville Parks & Recreation (tennis, soccer, outdoor adventures)
Pedal Kids formerly Buddy Pegs (biking)
Fast Lane Entertainment Summer Camps (bowling, laser tag, play structures, rides)
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