Summer in Sumner County means long, sunny days and endless opportunities for kids to explore, learn, and have fun! Whether you’re looking for an adventure-packed day camp, a creative arts program, or an educational experience to keep young minds engaged, Sumner County has something for every interest and age group. Navigating all the options can be overwhelming, so we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you find the perfect summer camp for your child. From sports and outdoor exploration to science, arts, and everything in between, get ready to plan a summer full of memories and excitement!
Sumner Academy
Location: 464 Nichols Ln, Gallatin, TN 37066
Welcome to Summer at Sumner 2025! Campers can expect to participate in fun and unique activities while building long-lasting relationships and confidence.
Summer camps at Sumner Academy begin the last week of May. Camp offerings can range from Minecraft Camp, to Art and Science themed camps, to athletic offerings. Different camps are offered each week, so be sure to register early so your child can experience all the fun!
Contact: [email protected].
Camps typically run from Monday – Friday with one or two sessions. Please see each individual camp for specific times and session offerings.
**All Camps are based on the age and grade of the child for the 2025 – 2026 Academic Year**
Week 0: May 27 – May 30
Week 1: June 2 – 6
Week 2: June 9 – 13
Week 3: June 16 – 20
Week 4: June 23 – 27
YMCA Day Camps
Location: 102 Bluegrass Commons Blvd, Hendersonville, TN 37075
YMCA day camps inspire kids ages 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten) to learn and play together. With new exciting themes every week, your kids will try new activities and experiences, and simply enjoy being themselves all summer long.
Sumner Co. At a Glance
- Ages: 5-12 (must have completed kindergarten)
- Camp Dates: May 22-August 1 (Camp Preview on May 22-23, regular camp starts May 27)
- Cost: $195 per week for Y members, $220 for non-members (Camp Preview: $80 for members, $90 for non-members)
- Camp Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Free Swim Instruction: We offer free water safety instruction to all day camp participants who don’t pass our YMCA Swim Test. Learn More
- View Weekly Themes Schedule- Approximately two to three hours each day is focused on our weekly theme, while the remainder is filled with swimming and small-group activities.
- Dates for Sumner Co. weekly themes are as follows:
May 27-30: Ready, Set, Summer!
June 2-6: Fit for Fun
June 9-13: Ocean Odyssey
June 16-20: Going Green
June 23-27: International Travelers
June 30-July 3: American Heroes
July 7-11: Creative Creations
July 14-18: Young Einstein
July 21-25: Into the Wild
July 28-Aug. 1: Splish Splash
Historic Rock Castle Camps
Location: 139 Rockcastle Ln, Hendersonville,
In 2025, Rock Castle is excited to offer seven weeks of themed Day Camps throughout the summer! While some camps will feature fun literary and pop-culture themes, each week will also include stories about the history of Rock Castle and the founding of the State of Tennessee. The goal is to create fun and memorable experiences that campers and their families will cherish for years to come. By doing so, Rock Castle hopes to inspire a new generation to appreciate the rich history of this community. No matter where life leads them, campers will always have their Castle Camp memories to look back on – and hopefully, they’ll visit often to relive those special moments. Join us at Historic Rock Castle for an unforgettable summer! Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025 ALL CAMP REGISTRATIONS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-TRANSFERABLE; payment must be made in full at the time of Registration or the camper’s spot will not be reserved.
American Girl Camp:
Dates: June 2 – 5, 2025 OR July 28 – 31, 2025
NOTE: Campers will NOT be in the Lake for JUNE American Girl Camp, but will have water games — slip n slide games, etc — each day, weather permitting
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
Ages: 6-12 (campers MUST be at least 6 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)
Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
Frontier Camp:
Dates: June 9 – 12, 2025
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
Ages: 8-12 (campers MUST be at least 8 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)
Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
Revolutionary Adventure Camp:
Dates: June 16 – 19, 2025
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
Ages: 8-12 (campers MUST be at least 8 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)
Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
Mythology Camp:
Dates: June 23 – 26, 2025
Time: 9:00am-3:00pm
Ages: 8-12 (campers MUST be at least 8 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
Wizarding Camp:
Dates: July 7 – 10, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 8-12 (campers MUST be at least 8 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)
Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
Survivor Camp:
Dates: July 14 – 17, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ages: 8-12 (campers MUST be at least 8 years old as of June 1, 2025 to participate)
Cost: $205 for 1st child; $195 each additional
Registration will open to the public on March 1, 2025
*Descriptions for each camp can be found here
Gymini Athletics
Location: 332 Freehill Rd. Hendersonville
Summer Break Camps include:
Field Day Fun (4 Days) May 27-30th
Summer Vibes Beach Week June 2-6th
Spy Kids In Training Week June 9-13th
I Love Gymnastics Week June 16-20th
Carnival Fun Week June 23-27th
Sports Mania Week July 7-11th
I Love Animals Week July 14-18th
Adventure Awaits Camping Week July 21-25th
Minute To Win It Game Week July 28th-Aug 1st
9A-3P Daily
Sign up before March 14th for 20% off!
School of Rock Hendersonville
Location: 300 Indian Lake Blvd. Bldg D Suite 110, Hendersonville
School of Rock Hendersonville offers a variety of music camps for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced musicians. These camps and workshops help students build a strong musical foundation, and most camps conclude with a live performance by the campers. Explore the upcoming music camps and workshops at School of Rock Hendersonville and sign up today.
Music Camps for Preschoolers Ages 3-5
Inspire your child with School of Rock Hendersonville’s music camps for preschoolers and toddlers. Our local music camp programs are designed to create memorable experiences that toddlers and preschoolers are guaranteed to love.
Music Camps for Kids Ages 6-12
Bring out the best of your child with School of Rock Hendersonville’s music camps for kids. Scheduled around local schools’ vacations, our music camps fill your child’s day with learning how to play music while teaching them to work as a team.
Music Camps for Teens Ages 13-17
Check out the ultimate music experience with School of Rock Hendersonville’s music camps for teens. In our music camps, teens in Hendersonville, TN play as a band and work toward a live show performed in front of a live audience.
USBA Hendersonville
Location: Drake Creeks Park – 101 Maple Dr. N. Hendersonville
Registration Deadline: March 8
U.S. Baseball Academy’s Summer Training program is a great opportunity for players to continue their skill development in a fun-filled environment.
Camp will run four days featuring instruction during the morning focusing on hitting and defense. The afternoon session will focus on situational baseball games, competition drills, and a Wiffle Ball World Series. We will have prizes for winners and all participants will receive a t-shirt and camp certificate.
Andre Toliver will direct the summer baseball camp in Hendersonville, Tennessee, in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy. Baseball training available for players ages 7 – 14. Space is limited.
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Skill Development
- Situational Baseball Games
- Competition Drills
- Wiffle Ball World Series
- Camp T-shirt & Certificate
- Prizes for winning teams
Camp Twigs Sanders Ferry
Location: Sanders Ferry Park, 513 Sanders Ferry Rd, Hendersonville
Discover adventure and creativity at Camp Twigs in Hendersonville! Located on 70 scenic acres by Old Hickory Lake, Camp Twigs offers endless outdoor fun, from paddle boarding and archery to geocaching and gaga ball. Kids enjoy unstructured play, explore nature, and build friendships in a safe, supportive environment. With activities like fort-building, bird-watching, and fire-building, Camp Twigs encourages curiosity and independence. Join the adventure at Camp Twigs and create unforgettable memories!
Camp Twigs at Sanders Ferry is for children ages 5-12 years old and is one of the summer camps offered by Leadership Academy. Camp Twigs at Sanders Ferry park is operated through a permit with the Hendersonville Parks and Recreation.
Day Camp is Monday-Friday. Drop-off between 8:45 am and 9:15 am, pick-up between 3:00 pm and 3:30 pm.
Price: $385/week per child for the first week – automatic $28/week discount for each addition week! *Payment plan available at checkout for no additional fee.
Camp Begins the week of June 6th and runs through August 1.
Be sure to check out our comprehensive Nashville Summer Camp Guide!
