Your children do not need to be stuck to their screens all summer! There are many choices for amazing summer camps in Olympia, Tumwater, Lacey and throughout Thurston County that you are sure to find one, or two, that caters to your child’s current interests. Be sure to sign up early, these camps fill up fast! Check out this list of 2026 summer camps in Thurston County.
Soccer Summer Camps with FC Olympia
FC Olympia will be hosting a series of soccer summer camps in Olympia for 2026! Camps will run from July through August, for ages 7 to 15, with both half-day and full-day options. Soccer camps will focus on fundamentals, techniques and advancing overall skills while having fun! All camps are run by experienced coaches and current USL FC Olympia athletes! To register, visit the FC Olympia website.
Youth Football Camp
The Tumwater T-Birds are holding their football summer camp for incoming second through eighth graders June 17-18, 2026. Campers will learn the basic fundamentals of both offense and defense, with the Wing-T offense and all aspects of defensive play being taught along with running skills. Register on the Thunderbird Athletics website.
Outdoor Olympia Summer Camp
Kids ages 8-15 can spend the summer outdoors with the Mountaineers Olympia Summer Camp running from June through August. These Olympia summer camps cater to a child’s curiosity about nature, with different themes and activities to suit the age group. Things like art, science, swimming, hiking, playing games and more await your child at these camps. To learn more and to register, visit The Mountaineers website.
Classic Beach Camps
Have a kid that wants to spend the summer learning about the ocean, our beaches and more? The Nisqually Reach Nature Center’s Classic Beach camps give kids the opportunity to learn about the Nisqually Estuary and the critters that live there through beach exploration, educational activities, guest speakers and more. Four, one-week camps are for kids in second to seventh grade. Learn more and register at the Nisqually Reach Nature Center website.
Wa-Ya Outdoor Institute
The Wa-Ya Outdoor Institute has Thurston County Summer Camps for ages 6 to 16 for 2026. They offer day camps in the Olympia area with optional before and after care, and overnight Adventure Camps ranging from one night to three nights. Each week has a different theme. All Camp Wa-Ya programs include environmental science, Native speakers, and outdoor play. Scholarships are available. For more information and to register, visit the Wa-Ya Outdoor Institute website.
South Sound YMCA
The South Sound YMCA has something for everyone, including athletics, arts & crafts, STEM, outdoor experiences and more! Summer camps start in June and run through August. These fill up fast, so be sure to check out all the options and make your selections early! For a complete list and to sign up, visit the South Sound YMCA website.
STEAM Summer Camp
The Hands On Children’s Museum has half- and full-day summer camps for children ages 3 to 9! These camps will incorporate STEAM components while ensuring your kids have fun and make new friends! Learn more at the Hands On Children’s Museum website.
Nature Immersion Summer Camp
Living Arts School is hosting a Wee Folk Forest Summer Camp at Lost Peacock Creamery for 2026. The camp is for ages 2.5 to 6 years and time will be spent outside. “We are inspired by the Waldkindergartens and Forest Schools of Sweden, Denmark, Germany and Finland, where children spend the early years of their education in entirely outdoor settings,” shares Elizabeth Baker, Living Arts School director. Camps will run in June, July and August. Learn more and register at the Wee Folk Forest Kindergarten website.
Puget Sound Estuarium
The Puget Sound Estuarium summer camps are perfect for students in kindergarten through eighth grade who are interested in science, nature and how to be an environmental steward. Campers learn about the South Sound through fun hands-on activities such as beach exploration, touch tanks and live feedings. Limited, low-income options are available. 2026 information coming soon. To register, visit the Puget Sound Estuarium website.
Camp Juliette
The Scouts of Western Washington’s summer camp at Camp Juliette is August 5-9, 2026, with a theme of dinosaurs! Camps are for girls entering second through 12th grades. Older girls get together to decide what activities they will do during the camp, allowing for leadership and democracy practice. Non-girl scouts are welcome! For more information and to sign up, visit the Camp Juliette website.
Eco-Quest Summer Day Camps
Youth ages 6 to 10 are invited to attend the Terra-Form Education Eco-Quest Summer Day Camps in Olympia in 2026. From June through August, your kids can learn STEM through fun activities intertwined with legends and myths! “The Legend of Atlantis,” “Search for the Hidden Realm,” and “Dreams of Dragon Lore” are just some of the many themes for the 2026 summer camps. Learn more and register on the Terra-Form Education website.
Outdoor Summer Camps
A summer camp full of outdoor fun awaits at the Olympia Waldorf School for kids in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. These summer camps in Olympia include story time, crafts, activities and plenty of sunshine. Camps dates start in June and run through August. For more information, visit the Olympia Waldorf School website.
Gymnastics Summer Camp
The Little Gym has gymnastics camps in Olympia for 2026. Kids ages 3-10, of all skill levels, are invited to tumble, dance and have fun! Active play while skill-building is a great way to spend the summer. Learn more and register on The Little Gym website.
Parks and Recreations
Cities’ Parks and Recreation departments have tons of fun summer camps and classes for all ages, even adults. Be sure to check out their websites:
