Best Summer Camps in Dublin

Dublin, the lively capital of Ireland, is not only known for its rich history and vibrant culture but also for its exceptional summer camps that offer a perfect blend of adventure, learning, and fun. With a wide range of options available, there’s something for every child’s interest and passion. From outdoor exploration to creative arts and sports, these summer camps in Dublin provide an unforgettable summer experience. In this blog post, we will embark on a journey to explore the best summer camps in Dublin, ensuring that your child has a summer filled with excitement, discovery, and cherished memories.

1. FANTASY FOOTBALL CAMP (June 30 – Aug 1)

Welcome to Fantasy Football Camp 2023. Our camp is open to boys and girls of all levels of ability from the ages of 6-13. We are located on the IADT Campus, Kill Avenue, Dún Laoghaire. In terms of health and safety, we aim to achieve the highest standards. We have full public liability insurance and a first aider is on site at all times.

Fee: 95€

Location:	Kill Ave, Woodpark, Dublin, A96 KH79, Ireland
Opening hours:	10.00 am to 2.00 pm
Contact:	+087 622 5222, [email protected]

2. ACAMP FOR KIDS CAMPS – SIA (June 30 – Aug 1)

Our camps provide a new and fascinating alternative to sports-themed camps and other school-break activities for children aged between 7 and 12 years old. If your child is a curious explorer with a thirst for knowledge about their past, why not let them try the School of Irish Archaeology? Our camps are run all year round, and they introduce children to the mysteries and adventures of our past in a fun, practical and hands-on way.

Ages: 1 to 7 years

Location:	48 Lennox St, Portobello, Dublin 8, DO8 FD2Y, Ireland
Opening hours:	10.00 am to 3.00 pm
Contact:	+353 87 755 6808, [email protected]

3. FULL IN-STUDIO SUMMER PROGRAM – WESTSIDE PERFORMING ARTS (June 30 – Aug 15)

Summer Camps 2025, This Summer WestSide bring you a full In-Studio Summer Program of Training. Choose a renowned School, with a Top Industry Professional Faculty and fully equipped Studios. From Beginners to Advanced, ages 5-18, we cater for all Performers! Take the right step in your Performing Arts Education, tap into your talent and build confidence this Summer with WestSide Performing Arts Summer Camps 2025

Ages: 5 to 18 years

Location:	WestSide Studios, 15 The Courtyard, Fonthill Business Park, Dublin 22
Opening hours:	10.00 am to 1.30 pm
Contact:	+353 1 6213709, [email protected]

4. SUMMER CAMP HORIZONS(30 June – 8 Aug)

Bookings for 1 to 6 weeks of Horizons Summer Camp Terenure College Dublin are now open to the public.

The camp is for children who have completed at least one year of Primary School, Junior Infants to 4th Class. Minimum Age – 4 years 10 months by 1st July.Each week has different activitiesincluding science, arts and crafts, music & movement, sports, outdoor adventures and surprise guests!

Ages: 4 years 10 months (minimum age)

Location:	Terenure College, Templeogue Rd, Terenure, Dublin, D6W DK72
Opening hours:	09.30 am to 2.00 pm
Contact:	+353 1 492 8298, [email protected]

5. ACE FUN SPORTS CAMPS (July 28 – Aug 15)

Where Friends Become Family.

Looking for a summer camp in South Dublin that your child will love? ACE Camps offer a multi-sport program that provides a fun and engaging experience for children aged 5-12.With experienced coaches and a safe, supportive environment, your child will have the opportunity to make new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime.Enrol your child today and give them the gift of an unforgettable summer adventure with ACE Camps!

Ages: 6 to 12 years

Location:	Sports Grounds of Wesley College, Ballinteer, Dublin
Opening hours:	8.30 am to 2.30 pm
Contact:	0879721450, [email protected]

6. RUNNING SUMMER CAMPS SUMMER CAMPS – GROWING ROOTS (June 30 – July 30)

Every summer, we have a few really fun weeks, filled with explorations and new experiences. Join us in the adventure!

Exploring the forest, Learning to recognize certain plants and play together !

For 3 hours every morning in July, a small group of children will go into the vibrant forest of Red Rock to do activities and games, explore, have fun, and have a great group experience.

Ages: 4.5 to 12 years
Fees: 150 euros per child

Location:	Red Rock, Sutton, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Opening hours:	090.00 am to 02.00 pm
Contact:	+0873324353 or [email protected]

7. SUMMER CAMP – STRETCH-N-GROW (June 30 – Aug 15)

Plenty of physical activities / Fun in a safe, healthy environment / Sports, games, outdoor play / Arts & Crafts.

Experienced, professional staff who will be on hand throughout camp. Great value for money.

Parents we run camps a lots of locations over the school holiday breaks. Check out our venues below.

Schools have you considered asking Stretch-n-Grow to run a camp at your school this summer.

Location:	Leinster House, Kildare St, Dublin 2, Ireland
Contact:	+087 220 3522 or [email protected]

8. SUMER CAMP – R ACADEMY (June 30 – Aug 8)

All our Multi-Sports and Activities Camps run out of Beneavin De La Salle College (click here to find us), which encompasses a number of outstanding facilities to cater to a variety of needs. The camp is open to children age 3-13, provided the child is fully toilet trained.

The summer camp has the widest range of activities of all of our camps, including but not limited to tie die t-shirt day, slime making, “family fun day” of activities, orienteering, GO Karts and our hits during the year like nerf, basketball, soccer and archery & magic show. As always, we have loads of flexibility with our camp. You have the option of starting at 8:30 for the early birds or 10:30 start for those with more flexibility.

Ages: 3 to 13 years

Location:	Beneavin de la Salle College 1 Beneavin Rd, Finglas East, Dublin 11
Contact:	+353 86 305 9140, [email protected]

9. Inside Out Camp-School Days (June 30 – July 11)

At Inside Out Camp, 12-15 year old boys and girls will enjoy an immersive week of physical and mental challenges that focus on their personal development and build their confidence from the inside out.

Inside Out Camp is a residential multi activity Summer Camp incorporating a variety of indoor and outdoor activities designed to teach valuable skills from survival and team building to leadership, planning and communication. The camps will be hosted in St. Columba’s College at the foothills of the Dublin mountains.

Ages: 12-15 years
Fees: €675

Location:	24A Baggot Street Upper, Dublin, D04 N528
Contact:	+353 1 223 2824 or [email protected]

10. Teen Summer Camp in Dublin (June 22nd to August 9th)

This Summer camp in Dublin for high school students offers a great balanced mix of English language classes and fun activities for students aged 11 to 17. It’s the perfect program for teens who want to improve their English while enjoying sports, games, and other exciting activities. The Teen Summer Camp in Dublin features an activity schedule with trips to famous cultural spots, excursions to historical places, and various sports options like tournaments. The camp also offers creative activities such as dance, music, drama, and arts & crafts, all designed for high school students.

Ages: 11 to 17 years
Fees: 2765 EUR

Location:	Dublin Ireland
Contact:	[email protected]

11. STEM Summer Camps 2025 – TCD (June 30 – Aug 8)

Whether you join one or more of our unique camps, there’s something for everyone! Build friendships, uncover passions, and dive into exciting STEM activities. Take your place in a vibrant STEM community where you’ll grow, explore and flourish.

Ages: 11 to 17 years

Location:	School of Physics, College Green, Dublin 2
Hours:	10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Contact:	[email protected] or +353 1 896 4093

12. Art & Animation Summer Camp for Kids (June 30th – July 4th)

Every day brings something new! Students will explore the fundamentals of animation and comic art, dive into claymation, experiment with video game concept art, craft their own books, create masks, design characters, illustrate, paint with watercolours, and try their hand at printmaking and mixed media.

Ages: 8 – 12 years
Fees: €160

Location:	Rua Red, South Dublin Arts Centre, Tallaght, Dublin, D24 KV8N
Hours:	09:45 am – 13:45 pm
Contact:	+353 (0)83 3278083 or [email protected]

13. Young Musicians Program (June 28-August 3)

The Walden School Young Musicians Program provides an unparalleled creative summer experience for musically inclined students ages 9 to 18. Part school, part camp, and part festival, the program convenes each summer for five weeks in the beautiful Monadnock region in Dublin, New Hampshire. Through rigorous and innovative daily instruction, students hone their musical and creative skills within a supportive community of like-minded peers and mentors, with a goal of improvising and composing original works.

Ages: 9-18 years

Location:	P.O. Box 432 Dublin, NH 03444
Contact:	(603) 563-8212

14. School of Rock Dublin Ireland Music Camp (June 30 – Aug 8)

Get ready to hit the stage this summer in the Pop Legends Summer Camp at School of Rock Dublin! This exciting, week-long camp is perfect for students aged 10 to 18 who want to dive into the world of iconic pop music and perform classic hits like never before.

Before there was Rock and Roll, there was Pop. Short for Popular, Pop music was whatever was popular at that moment. The Pop Legends show will celebrate the impact that acclaimed artists have made on the music industry.

Choose your instrument: guitar, bass, drums, vocals, or keys, and join a group of fellow musicians to rehearse and perform chart-topping songs from legendary pop stars such as Taylor Swift, Elvis, Adele, Michael Jackson and Billie Eilish.

Ages: 10 to 18 years

Location:	4 Main St, Blackrock, Dublin A94 P2P5
Contact:	01 920 3057 or [email protected]

15. BRICKS 4 KIDZ LEGO THEMED SUMMER CAMP

Bricks 4 Kidz LEGO® Themed Summer Camps have been designed to teach the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM) to girls and boys, aged 5-12 in a fun and entertaining way. Our camps provide a unique approach to educational play using LEGO® bricks, motors and remote controls. Children explore and collaborate using unique lessons, proprietary model plans and themed learning units.Our camps are small in size (max. 24 kids). As a small, local business, we also strive to provide excellent support to parents and children signed up to camps. We run camps throughout North County Dublin.

Location:	2 Ballintrane Wood, Miltonsfields, Swords, Co. Dublin, K67 V8K7, Ireland
Contact:	+353 86 170 9493

16. SUMMER CAMP – COOLMINES SPORT

A fun packed day filled with Sports & Games all on site at Coolmine Sports Centre.

Running Camps over 40 years, our staff have great experience in looking after your child while he or she is here at Summer Camp.Each day has a variety of Sports & Games, including Swim classes taught by experienced Instructors.

Ages: 4 to 13 years