Santa Cruz Maker Summer Camp 2026

Join us this summer for a maker experience where students design and build custom creations. Each camp offers access to our 3D printing, woodworking, and textiles stations, with dedicated instructors in each area guiding students. Every week features a themed focus to inspire ideas across our maker zones, giving students a starting point for their creations. While themes provide structure, students are welcome to explore new projects that interest them or combine ideas across weeks with instructor support. Learn more about our camp and weekly themes here.

Camp Details:

  • Camp sessions from May 25 – August 5, 2026
  • Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Monday–Friday)
  • Ages: 7-12
  • Location: Santa Cruz Maker Studios, 427 A. Swift Street, Santa Cruz

Daily Schedule:

  • 9:00 AM | Check-In & Arrival
  • 9:15 – 11:30 AM | Morning Maker Workshop (Woodworking, Sewing/Beading, or 3D Printing)
  • 11:30 – 12:30 PM | Lunch (Bring Your Own)
  • 12:30 – 3:00 PM | Afternoon Maker Workshop (Woodworking, Sewing/Beading, or 3D Printing)
  • 3:00 PM | Check-Out & Pick-Up

Session 1: May 25th & May 29th (Choose Your Mini Project) – Registration Closed (Past Date)

Session 2: June 1st – June 5th (Arcades and Games) – Session filled. No more spots available. Contact admin@scmakerstudios.com to be added to the waitlist.

Session 3: June 8th – 12th (Choose your own mini project) – Registration Closed (Past Date)

Session 4: June 15 – June 19th (Robot Week) – Session filled. No more spots available. Contact admin@scmakerstudios.com to be added to the waitlist.

Session 5: June 22nd – June 26 (Dragons and Fairies)
Build a fantasy world filled with dragons, fairies, and adventure.
Session 6: June 29th – July 2nd (Towns and Trains)
Design and build a wooden town with moving trains, cars, and city details. ($50 material cost included: $626 = $576 + $50)
Session 7: July 6th – 10th (Pirates and Mermaids)
Set sail into a week of ocean adventures, boats, costumes, and sea creatures.

Session 8: July 13th – 17th (Robot Week) – Session filled. No more spots available. Contact admin@scmakerstudios.com to be added to the waitlist.

Session 9: July 20th – July 24th (Dragons and Fairies)
Return to fantasy world building, character design, and creative storytelling.
Session 10: July 27th – July 31st (Science and Space)
Explore physics, space, and science through hands on building and creative projects.
Session 11: August 3rd – August 5th (Choose Your Mini Project)
A flexible, hands on mini camp where students choose what they want to make and dive right in.

Go here for more details about our camp and weekly themes.

Currently, registration is open for full weeks of summer camp. As we get closer to the dates, we may open up individual day registrations if spots are still available.

Families get 25% off for a second member, like a sibling. After you complete the first purchase, we’ll send instructions on how to apply the discount when checking the box below.

Cancellation & Refund Policy:
Cancellations made 21 or more days prior to the start of camp are eligible for a full refund. Cancellations made 14-20 days prior to camp are eligible for a 50% refund. Unfortunately, refunds cannot be provided for cancellations made less than 14 days before camp begins. If you need assistance with your registration, please email us and we’ll be happy to help.

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