June Summer Camps in Charlotte
School is out, and the adventure begins immediately! At Discovery Place Science in Uptown Charlotte, our June camp sessions are the perfect way to kick off the 2026 summer season.
Whether you need coverage for the very first week of summer break or are looking for a fun way to lead into the July 4th holiday, our June lineup is packed with excavation, engineering, and exploration. Don’t let the “summer slide” start early—keep their minds engaged from Day One.
Camps by Week: June 2026
Secure your spot for the start of summer. Space is limited!
Early June (Starts June 8)
Kick off the break with our first session of the season.
Tiny Tinkering (Kindergarten): The perfect soft landing into summer. Rising Kindergarteners use LEGO® bricks and recycled materials to build confidence and creativity.
Mid-June (Starts June 15)
School is officially out! Dive into full-day fun.
Blast Off (Kindergarten): Journey to the stars in this space-themed adventure.
Age of the Dinosaurs (1st/2nd Grade): Travel back in time and dig for fossils.
Engineering Extravaganza (1st/2nd Grade): Build cities and solve structural challenges.
Captivating Chemistry (3rd/4th Grade): Get messy with colorful, bubbling chemical reactions.
Late June (Starts June 22)
Deep dive into science before July arrives.
Deep Sea Divers (Kindergarten): Explore the ocean and meet marine animals.
Girls in STEM (1st/2nd Grade): Empowering young female scientists with hands-on projects.
Planet Pioneers (1st/2nd Grade): Use astronomy tools to explore the solar system.
Creative Coding (3rd/4th Grade): Build and program robots in this tech-forward camp.
Science Smorgasbord (5th/6th Grade): A little bit of everything—robotics, engineering, and experiments.
End of June / Early July (Starts June 29)
Leading into the holiday week.
Animal Adventures (Kindergarten): Meet our Animal Ambassadors up close.
Underwater Discoveries (1st/2nd Grade): Marine biology and aquarium exploration.
Science of Superheroes (1st/2nd Grade): Test the physics behind super strength and flight.
Investigation: Discovery Place (3rd/4th Grade): Solve medical mysteries and cosmic puzzles.
Why Start Camp in June?
Beat the Boredom
The transition from a structured school day to “nothing to do” can be jarring. Starting camp in June keeps children in a routine, making the adjustment to summer break smoother and happier for the whole family.
Smaller Group Sizes
June sessions often have slightly more availability than our peak July weeks, offering a more intimate camper-to-counselor ratio.
Immediate Engagement
Our June curriculum is designed to be high-energy and exciting, immediately shifting the mindset from “school work” to “summer discovery.”
Frequently Asked Questions (June Camps)
Q: Do June camps run on a different schedule?
A: No, all June camps follow our standard full-day schedule: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, with extended care available from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Q: Is it too hot for outdoor activities in June?
A: June in Charlotte is beautiful! We take advantage of the milder morning temperatures for any outdoor components, while spending the warmer afternoons in our cool, air-conditioned museum and labs.
Q: Are these camps pro-rated if school gets out late?
A: Our camps run on a weekly basis. Please check your specific school district’s calendar to ensure your child is on break before registering for a mid-June session.