How to Choose a Camp

When summer fills up fast with activities, vacations and everyday life, finding the right camp can feel overwhelming. At Bright Lights, we make it simple for families to choose enriching experiences that fit their schedules—while giving kids the chance to explore, create and connect. 

Whether your child already has a strong interest or you’re just looking for something that works with your calendar, our camps are designed to spark curiosity, encourage hands-on learning and build friendships along the way. Here are a few great options for students currently in grades 3–5: 

#134 Weather Warning
Dive into the world of weather through hands-on experiments exploring wind, storms and the water cycle. Campers will discover how weather works while learning how to stay safe—and having a blast doing it. 

#220 Become a Boss Kid
Turn big ideas into reality by learning how to create and pitch your own business. Campers build confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills while exploring what it means to be an entrepreneur. 

#228 The Power of Story
Bring imagination to life by creating and sharing original stories through writing and multimedia. Campers will explore storytelling from different cultures while building their own creative voice. 

#710 Cosmic Explorers
Blast off into space as campers train like astronauts and explore the wonders of the universe. Through hands-on STEAM activities, they’ll learn about rockets, the Milky Way and life in zero gravity. 

#714 Once Upon a STEAM Project
Favorite stories inspire creative building challenges that combine science, art and engineering. Campers design, test and problem-solve while bringing storybook ideas to life. 

#916 Rhythm Playshop
Explore music through interactive games and hands-on percussion instruments. Campers learn rhythm, tempo and teamwork while building confidence and a love for music. 

With flexible options and a wide variety of topics, Bright Lights camps make it easy to keep your child learning, engaged and having fun all summer long. 

To explore the full schedule and find the best fit for your family, visit BrightLights.org.