Compare 41+ Science & Innovation programs in Northern Virginia — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Jul 22, 2026
An immersive program for high school students to explore modern computing hardware, intelligent systems, AI, machine learning, Python programming, and robotics through hands-on modules.
Age Group
High School
Location
Potomac Yard campus, 3625 Potomac Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305
Phone
N/A
Young scientists discover the magic and chemistry of slime through hands-on experiments while learning the scientific method.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
5616-A Ox Road Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Phone
(703) 429-4930
Offers diverse camps blending science and art, conducting chemical reaction experiments, and providing space engineering programs for imaginative and hands-on learning.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations (e.g., Sterling, Leesburg, Middleburg)
Phone
(703) 777-9622
Campers explore and experiment in biology, chemistry, physics, and natural sciences using the high school's science labs.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
22870 Pacific Boulevard, Dulles, Virginia 20166
Phone
703-759-5100
Kids engage in hands-on STEM and maker camps, designing, building, and creating projects using real tools like 3D printers and laser cutters in a collaborative makerspace.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3850 Jermantown Rd., Fairfax, VA
Phone
(703) 437-5780
Girls learn computer science and engineering fundamentals through hands-on coding, robotics, and AI projects.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Marymount University in Ballston, Arlington, VA
Phone
(703) 626-7871
Students explore machine learning basics through hands-on projects, designing and building beginner-friendly tech tools while tackling real-world AI challenges.
Age Group
High School
Location
Mason Square (Arlington)
Phone
(703) 993-2033
Campers dive into expert-guided, hands-on STEM activities to explore programming with Micro:Bit, the science behind motion and gravity, and rocket launches, sparking curiosity about space.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
George Mason University Fairfax and SciTech (Manassas) campuses
Phone
N/A
Kids explore STEM concepts through fun, hands-on activities like cosmic creations, epic engineering, superhero species, and museum makers, fostering creativity and scientific discovery.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Fair Oaks Mall
Phone
N/A
Campers engage in hands-on STEAM adventures through interactive projects in robotics, 3D printing, chemistry, and engineering, sparking creativity and curiosity.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(877) 684-1260
Students in grades K-6 engage in hands-on STEM challenges inspired by real inventors, exploring forensic science with robotic capybaras, entrepreneurship, and space exploration.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
8250 Ashton Avenue, Manassas, VA 20109
Phone
N/A
Kids and teens learn coding, game development, robotics, and 3D printing from expert tech mentors, balancing STEM skill development with campus fun.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
Middle and high school students conduct their own research projects in environmental and natural sciences, developing questions, collecting data, and presenting results.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton, Virginia 20187
Phone
(540) 341-3651
Students receive hands-on instruction in robotics and engineering, participating in challenges and building projects.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Sleepy Hollow Elementary
Phone
(703) 533-9711
Camps provide enrichment in engineering, robotics, technology, and coding through engaging teamwork activities and challenging programs for young learners.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(571) 366-0044
Kids learn programming, robotics, and game development through hands-on projects, building critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Fairfax, VA
Phone
(703) 997-0994
A prestigious program where high school students engage in independent research projects, guided by expert mentors, with opportunities for publication.
Age Group
High School
Location
Research Ignited Online Platform
Phone
+1 (919) 213-1821
Kids engage in hands-on STEAM activities, fostering innovation and problem-solving through design and building challenges with various tools and technologies.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
5380 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304
Phone
(703) 566-9000
A free six-week, full-day intensive summer camp for students in grades 3-8, focusing on literacy and academic skills with STEAM, cultural, and health topics.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations (South Arlington, e.g., Randolph and Drew Elementary Schools)
Phone
703-379-6488
An intensive 7-week program where high school students invent, prototype, and pitch original solutions to real-world challenges in engineering, global health, social wellness, and sustainability.
Age Group
High School
Location
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA
Phone
N/A
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Northern Virginia directory lists 279+ local and online programs across the Northern Virginia metro area — including AI, coding, robotics, science, and math camps for kids, middle schoolers, and high school students. Compare prices, dates, age groups, and formats, then filter by focus area above to find the closest match for Summer 2026.
We list 279+ STEM summer camps in Northern Virginia, VA across AI & machine learning, coding, robotics, science, math, space, and cybersecurity. Top picks vary by your child's age and interests — use the category filters above to compare programs by price, duration, and format.
Prices in our Northern Virginia directory range from free community programs to $3,000+ for university-hosted pre-college tracks. Most full-day weekly camps run $400–$900 per week; specialized AI and research programs typically run $1,000–$2,500 for the full program. Click any camp for current pricing.
Camps in our Northern Virginia listings cover elementary (typically ages 6–10), middle school (11–13), high school (14–18), and selective pre-college research programs for rising seniors. Filter by age group to see only programs that match your child.
Yes — many of our listed programs offer fully online or hybrid formats, especially in AI, coding, and research. Online options are open to students nationwide, including Northern Virginia-area kids who can't travel to an in-person camp. Look for the “Virtual Camp” filter or any program tagged Online / Hybrid in the details.
Yes. Several listings are pre-college programs hosted by universities — including residential and commuter options. These are competitive admissions with applications often closing in March/April for summer cohorts. Use the Pre-College filter at the top to see only these programs.
