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Best Summer Day Camps

Best Summer Day Camps in Greater Nashua Area

By Karyn Martin, Publisher, Macaroni KID Nashua, Megan Harvey, Contributor, Macaroni KID Nashua, Misti Jorges, Intern, Macaroni KID Nashua January 31, 2024

Looking to fill your child’s summer days with fun and play? Well then keep reading because we’ve got a great list of summer day camps that will surely make your child’s summer one to remember!

Kin:Pathic Camp (Amherst)

This camp is a great camp for younger ones where they can learn about nature, play games, and more!

Baboosic Lake Summer Camp (Amherst)

This summer program runs from June 24th to August 16th! Special themes each week do not miss out on building a boat and friendship bracelets. Click Here for more information.

Gymnastics Village (Amherst)

From half-days to full days enjoy the fundamentals of gymnastics this summer. Click Here for more information.

Camp Kettleford (Bedford)

The Girl Scouts program allows for kids to do all the best camp activities including canoeing and swimming. Click Here for more information.

Children's Museum of New Hampshire Summer Camps (Dover, NH)

This summer, mini campers ages 4 years old and up will have a blast exploring science and art through messy experiments, creative crafts, incredible art projects, and more! Click Here for more information.

USA Ninja Challenge (Hudson)

Come try rock climbing and the warped wall and learn to become a ninja. They offer anywhere from day to week-long camps. For ages 6 - 12 years old. Click Here for more information.

Tree Top Summer Camp (Groveland, MA)

This day camp is located on a 47-acre park with a beautiful pond. Located only about 35 miles from Nashua, this camp is a gem! Click Here for more information. 

The Ark Learning Center Summer Camp (Londonderry)

This camp is for ages 5-12 and prioritizes your child's engagement. They offer everything from indoor and outdoor play to special science presentations. Click Here for more information.

Melody Pines Summer Camp (Manchester)

Fort building, fairy gardens, land and water sports, and more, Melody Pines has something for every child. Click Here for more information.

Executive Health and Sports Center (Manchester) 

Wellness-focused camp featuring fitness activities such as tennis, swimming, yoga, and zumba. Arts and crafts offered as well. Click Here for more information.

Fisher Cats Baseball & Softball Camps (Manchester)

Learn the basics of softball or baseball at the Fisher Cats minor league stadium! There are multiple dates to choose from! Click Here for more information.

Currier Museum of Art Camps (Manchester)

The Currier Museum of Art summer program experience provides opportunities to create, laugh, and explore art in a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place where kids can be kids. Click Here for more information.

Camp Carpenter (Manchester)

The adventure awaits you with many types of activities which may include archery, art and crafts, BB gun shooting sports, field sports, nature, Scout skills and many other themed activities. Click Here for more information.

SEE Science Camp (Manchester)

Campers love our fun, hands-on activities! Our educators and partners apply their experience in science engagement to fill each of our camps with hands-on activities from start to finish. Campers are encouraged to build their skills and confidence, apply their creativity, and have fun. Click Here for more information.

Boy Scouts of America: Granite Base Camp (Manchester)

Outdoor camp where all the kids can swim, fish, or even play archery! Click Here for more information.

The Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department (Merrimack)

Join Camp Naticook (grades Kindergartern to 5th grade), Camp Trek (grades 5th grade to 9th grade), or Merrimack Summer Stage (for ages 8-15 years old) this summer! Click Here for more information.

TREK adventure Camp (Merrimack)

Camp Trek Teen Adventure Camp is a trip & activity based summer camp  program, which is geared towards participants entering grades 5 to 9 in Fall 2024. Camp Trek is geared as an alternative to the traditional day camp experience found at Naticook Day Camp. Each week of the summer will feature daily field trips exploring destinations across New England. Click Here for more information.

YCMA Camp Sargent (Merrimack) 

Offering a variety of summer camps varying from Under the Sea, Level Up, Once Upon A Time, and more! Click Here for more information.

YCMA Summer Camps (Merrimack)

Our summer camps are about DISCOVERY. Kids have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, build on sports skills, make lasting friendships and memories, and of course, have FUN! We offer affordable and quality, arts and humanities day camp options for grades 1-6. Click Here for more information.

O'Leary Basketball Camp (Merrimack)

Go to basketball camp this summer and enjoy the drills and games! Click Here for more information.

Camp Invention (Merrimack)

Give your young innovator an inspiring, action-packed summer adventure! Exciting, hands-on challenges will spark curiosity and build their confidence as they jump into limitless STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) fun with opportunities to imagine, experiment and create. For kids in grades Kindergarten to 6th grade. Click Here for more information.

Camp Lovewell (Nashua)

This camp offers a wide range of athletic and artistic activities so there is something for every child to enjoy. Specialty activities include archery, farm visits, and theater! Click Here for more information.

Express It Art Camp (Nashua and Hudson)

Create a new piece of art every day at this camp! Click Here for more information.

Boys & Girls Club: Camp Ohana-Nash Summer Camp (Nashua)

Camp Ohana-Nash for children in grades 4-6 provides a structured environment to play, learn, discover and grow! Summer campers will be organized into small cohort groups of up to 25 campers. Each group will rotate to different programs and activities throughout the day. Click Here for more information.

Adventure Days: SkyVenture & Surfs (Nashua)

Spend the day surfing, rock climbing, and flying this summer! Don't miss out on the relaxing sitting area parents! Enjoy weekly themes consisting of all out sports, Super Mario, and more! Weekly field trips and free breakfast and lunches! Click Here for more information.

Adventure Camp (Nashua)

Pursue your interests this summer and enjoy the weekly park and private pool visits! Click Here for more information.

Camp Y-Wood (Salem) 

Located on Salem’s scenic Captains Pond, this camp promises an outdoor adventure: Boating, fishing, hiking, sports, arts and crafts, and more! Click Here for more information.

Camp Hadar (Salem) 

Also located on Captain’s Pond. Camp Hadar's focus is on cultivating your child’s confidence, sense of belonging, and ability to build lasting friendships! Click Here for more information.

Camp Otter (Salem) 

Offers all the traditional outdoor activities plus a ropes course! At Camp Otter it's all about community–not competition! Click Here for more information. 

Skill Samurai (Windham) 

STEM-based activities in robotics, programming, gaming, and more! Click Here for more information.

YMCA Windham Explorers Summer Camp (Windham) 

Indoor and outdoor play plus a range of STEM activities! Click Here for more information.

YCMA Sports Camp (Westwood)

Come work on skills and drills at sport camp! This is the perfect camp for a young athlete! Click Here for more information.

Joppa Hill Farm Summer Camp (Bedford)

Learn what life is like on a farm! Click Here for more information.

Camp Naticook (Merrimack)

Make friendships that will last a lifetime! For kids from kindergarten to 5th grade. Click Here for more information.

Sky High Gym Summer Camp (Milford)

Jump into a good time at Sky High Gym! Click Here for more information.


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