2026 Summer Camps in the New Smyrna Beach Area

Summer in the New Smyrna Beach Area is more than beach days. It’s a season filled with opportunities for kids and teens to learn new skills, build confidence, and connect with others through hands-on experiences. From art studios to the shoreline, local summer camps offer a mix of creativity, movement, and exploration.

Here’s a look at some of the standout summer camps happening across the NSB Area in 2026.

Marine Discovery Center

Summer Adventure Camps

The Marine Discovery Center Summer Adventure Camps offer hands-on, outdoor experiences focused on the Indian River Lagoon and surrounding coastal ecosystems. With a variety of age groups and activity levels, these camps combine science, exploration, and fun in a way that feels both educational and engaging.

Location: Marine Discovery Center, New Smyrna Beach
Ages: 5–16 (varies by program)

Single Day Camps | Ages 5–12

Single Day Summer Adventure Camp • $80
June 10 • June 17 • June 24
July 1 • July 8 • July 15
July 22 • July 29

5-Day Camps | Ages 5–7

Loggerheads • $263
June 8–12 • June 22–26 • July 6–10
July 20–24 • Aug 3–7

Eco Artists • $290
June 1–5 • June 15–19 • June 29–July 3
July 13–17 • July 27–31

5-Day Camps | Ages 7–9

Leatherbacks • $263
June 1–5 • June 8–12 • June 15–19
June 22–26 • June 29–July 3 • July 6–10
July 13–17 • July 20–24 • July 27–31
Aug 3–7

5-Day Camps | Ages 8–10

Eco Artists • $290
June 8–12 • June 22–26 • July 6–10
July 20–24 • Aug 3–7

5-Day Camps | Ages 10–14

Mangrove Maniacs • $263
June 1–5 • June 29–July 3 • July 27–31

Brown’s Bay BioLab • $294
June 15–19 • July 13–17 • July 27–31

Aquatic Adventures • $347
June 1–5 • June 8–12 • June 22–26
June 29–July 3 • July 6–10 • July 20–24
Aug 3–7

Lagoonys • $347
July 13–17

5-Day Camps | Ages 10–14

Mangrove Maniacs • $263
June 1–5 • June 29–July 3 • July 27–31

Brown’s Bay BioLab • $294
June 15–19 • July 13–17 • July 27–31

Aquatic Adventures • $347
June 1–5 • June 8–12 • June 22–26
June 29–July 3 • July 6–10 • July 20–24
Aug 3–7

Lagoonys • $347
July 13–17

5-Day Camps | Ages 12–16

SCUBA • $365
June 15–19

Activities:
Kayaking, snorkeling, fishing, wildlife observation, scientific exploration, and creative environmental art
Overview:
These multi-day camps offer deeper immersion into coastal ecosystems, blending outdoor adventure with environmental education. Campers build confidence through real-world experiences, from paddling through mangroves to exploring marine life up close.

Learn more and reserve a spot through the Summer Camp Descriptions

MDC Summer Camps

Atlantic Center for the Arts

Summer Art Camp (Ages 6–11)

Designed for young creators, the Atlantic Center for the Arts Summer Art Camp introduces children ages 6 to 11 to hands-on artistic exploration in a supportive environment. Campers engage in a variety of creative projects that encourage imagination, self-expression, and collaboration while building new friendships.

Location: Atlantic Center for the Arts
Ages: 6–11
Time: Begins at 9:00 AM

2026 Sessions:
June 2–5
June 9–12
June 16–19
June 23–26

Overview:
Each week offers guided art experiences that blend creativity with skill-building, giving young artists the opportunity to experiment with different mediums in an inspiring setting.

Learn more and register through the Summer Art Camp program

Summer Teen Art Camp

The Atlantic Center for the Arts Summer Teen Art Camp offers a more advanced creative experience for teens looking to deepen their artistic skills. Through workshops and mentorship, participants explore techniques, concepts, and creative expression in a collaborative environment.

Location: ACA Yurick Studios
Ages: 12+
Time: Begins at 9:00 AM

2026 Sessions:
Week One: June 2–5
Week Two: June 9–12
Week Three: June 16–19
Week Four: June 23–26

Overview:
This program focuses on artistic growth, giving teens the chance to work more independently while receiving guidance from experienced instructors.

Explore sessions and details through the Teen Art Camp collection

ACA Summer Camps

The Hub on Canal / Jane’s Art Center

Summer Art Camp

The Summer Art Camp at The Hub on Canal offers eight individual themed weeks of creative exploration in the heart of downtown New Smyrna Beach. With small class sizes and hands-on instruction, campers receive personalized guidance while experimenting with different art forms.

Location: 132 Canal Street, New Smyrna Beach
Ages: Youth (varied by program)
Hours: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Activities: Painting, clay, mixed media, and more

Overview:
Campers are encouraged to explore their creativity across multiple disciplines while building confidence and forming connections in a supportive studio environment. View available sessions on the youth classes and workshops page

Summer Art Camps at The Hub

Jimmy Lane Surfing Academy Summer Camps

Weekly Summer Surf Camps

For kids and teens ready to take on the ocean, Jimmy Lane Surfing Academy Summer Camps provide a fun and active introduction to surfing. Set along the coast at North Beach Community Park, these camps combine skill-building with a strong focus on safety and confidence in the water.

Location: North Beach Community Park, Sapphire Road
Ages and Hours:
6–7: 9:30 AM – 12:15 PM
8+: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Requirements: Must know how to swim

2026 Schedule:
May 26–29
June 1–5
June 8–12
June 15–19
June 22–26
June 29 – July 3
July 6–10
July 13–17
July 20–24
July 27–31
August 3–7

Overview:
Each week blends instruction, ocean awareness, and fun, helping participants build confidence while learning to surf. A season-ending surf contest will be open to all registered campers.

Learn more and reserve a spot through the Jimmy Lane Surfing Academy website

Jimmy Lane Surf Camps