Houston, TX has 651 ages 6–8 (early elementary) camps for 2026, with 0 currently accepting registration. These camps cover early elementary programs with hands-on activities in sports, STEM, arts, and outdoor adventure, with an average cost of $260/week. Below are our top picks ranked by program breadth, data quality, and enrollment status.
Last updated: April 20, 2026· Data refreshed daily
Multi-Activity & Specialty · 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058
Before and After Care program provides a relaxed, safe environment for campers outside of regular camp hours.
Sports & Athletics ·
Wolfies Swim Camp offers an educational and immersive camp experience for kids, including free swim, activities, and more. After care is available during summer camp ONLY.
Outdoor & Nature · 4501 Woodway Drive, Houston, TX 77024
A Planet Defender explores, investigates, and protects the natural environment. Learn skills to protect and improve our planet’s ecosystems. We will investigate the environment through experiments, games, and hands-on activities. Gain insightful knowledge on how you can best defend the planet in your everyday life and why it is important to do so.
Outdoor & Nature · 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401
Slither, crawl, and snap into a week of scaly fun! Discover what makes reptiles truly amazing as we explore the biology, behavior, and unique adaptations of snakes, lizards, turtles, alligators, and more. This hands-on camp features up-close encounters with live reptiles while you learn how to safely care for and handle our resident reptiles! Head outdoors with us to search for wild lizards, turtles, and snakes, get creative with reptile-inspired crafts like making a wearable turtle shell, and get ready to play some action-packed reptile games. Find out if you’re up to the challenge of eating like a snake—no hands allowed. We’re planning some unforgettable animal encounters and seriously cool reptile adventures just for you.
Outdoor & Nature · 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401
Pack your curiosity and head into the park with us to explore the amazing places animals live and the clever ways they build their homes. Through hands-on field investigations, creative art projects, and live animal care, you will discover the marvels of animal engineering. Plan to get muddy building nests, dams, and other animal-inspired structures using sticks, leaves, and natural materials, help us maintain our ambassador animal enclosures, and search the park for hidden homes and habitats. From cozy burrows to messy squirrel nests, this camp is all about exploring, creating, and caring for the incredible spaces animals call home.
Arts & Creative · 7112 Newcastle, Bellaire, TX 77401
Creativity can be delightfully messy! Campers, you will engage in hands-on, outdoor art experiences that celebrate imagination, nature, and a little bit of chaos. Using a variety of messy materials, you’ll create art in the park, paint with nature, and experiment with textures, colors, and natural tools. Inspired by artist Andy Goldsworthy, you’ll design your own land art, transforming sticks, leaves, stones, and more into temporary masterpieces. Along the way, you’ll interact with our animal ambassadors to create animal-inspired art, blending creativity with up-close wildlife encounters. This camp is perfect for young artists who aren’t afraid to get messy while making something naturally beautiful!
Outdoor & Nature · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
Outdoor & Nature · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
Outdoor & Nature · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
Outdoor & Nature · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
Outdoor & Nature · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
STEM & Technology · 6200 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
At Camp Zoofari, we provide an immersive, hands-on learning experience for children ages 6-12 at Houston Zoo.
Multi-Activity & Specialty · 1801 Sage Rd
Kidventure Camp at St. Michael Catholic School offers a variety of themed weeks with activities and field trips for children ages 3-11.
Multi-Activity & Specialty ·
Campers will learn the fundamentals of filmmaking, scriptwriting, directing, and editing, while working together to produce their own short films.
Multi-Activity & Specialty · 2314 North Grand Boulevard
[Christian-affiliated] Join us for a summer filled with faith and friendship at our PearlandKIDS Summer Day Camp! Our camp offers exciting weekly themes that keep each week fresh and engaging. Every day features a thoughtfully planned schedule of activities, including games, crafts, and fun.
| # | Camp | Ages | Cost/Week | Sessions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extended Care - UHCL KidsU | 4-14 | $15-$50 | 13 | Unknown |
| 2 | Wolfies Swim Camp | 4-14 | $80-$375 | 12 | Unknown |
| 3 | Houston Arboretum & Nature Center - Planet Defenders | 4-14 | $385-$470 | 11 | Unknown |
| 4 | Ridiculously Cool Reptiles - Nature Discovery Center Summer Camp | 5-10 | $350-$400 | 18 | Unknown |
| 5 | Animal Homes & Habitats - Nature Discovery Center Summer Camp | 5-10 | $350-$400 | 12 | Unknown |
| 6 | Artfully Messy - Nature Discovery Center Summer Camp | 5-10 | $350-$400 | 12 | Unknown |
| 7 | Camp Zoofari - Awesome Adaptations | 6-7 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 8 | Camp Zoofari - Expedition Wildlife | 6-7 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 9 | Camp Zoofari - Extreme Biomes | 8-9 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 10 | Camp Zoofari - Habitat Heroes | 6-7 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 11 | Camp Zoofari - Nature's Navigators | 8-9 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 12 | Camp Zoofari - Wildlife Science | 8-9 | $410-$410 | 10 | Unknown |
| 13 | Kidventure Camp St. Michael | 3-11 | $360-$360 | 23 | Unknown |
| 14 | Digital Movie Makers Camp | 7-13 | $350-$350 | 22 | Unknown |
| 15 | PearlandKIDS Summer Day Camp | 4-10 | $100-$100 | 20 | Unknown |
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Houston, TX offers 651 camps for kids ages 6–8. Popular options include multi-sport camps, beginner STEM programs, arts camps, and outdoor adventure programs designed for early elementary learners.
Yes. Many full-day camps in Houston, TX accept 6-year-olds, typically running 9 AM–3 PM. If your child hasn't done full-day camps before, consider starting with a half-day program or a camp that offers a gradual transition.
Kids ages 6–8 thrive in camps with variety — multi-sport samplers, creative arts, beginner coding, nature exploration, and swimming. Look for programs that mix structured activities with free play.