The Summer Camp Scoop: A 2026 Guide to Summer Camps in the MKY
The weather is heating up, which means summer is right around the corner. We’ve got your family covered with our 2026 guide to all things summer camps here in Murray! Featuring camps for future musicians, young scholars, excited athletes and budding artists, this blog’s got plenty of ideas to starve off the summertime blues!
Young Authors Camp (ages 8-12) 06/01-06/05
Young writers get immersed in the creative process while learning about short stories, poetry and more from MSU faculty. Register here.
Fun with Economics (grades 9-12) 06/17
This camp gives high-school students a leg up in their understanding of global economics while strengthening their analytics skills and having fun. Register here.
Vocal Arts Camp (grades 9-12) 06/14-06/20
This one-week camp will immerse high school students in the worlds of Choral music, musical theatre, pop a cappella and solo performance, while getting expert coaching from Murray State Music Department faculty. Register here.
Summer Art Workshop (grades 9-12) 06/07-06/13
Accessible for both experienced and beginner high-school artists, Murray State faculty guide students in this week-long camp, which explores artistic range in a variety of mediums. Register here.
Racer Instrumental Music Academy: Guitar Camp (grades 9-12) 06/07-06/13
This specialized guitar camp helps students take their playing to the next level, highlighting common skills in a variety of musical genres alongside Murray State faculty. Register here
Racer Instrumental Music Academy: Band Camp (grades 9-12) 06/07-06/13
Join musicians from across the region in a full concert-band setting guided by Murray State faculty, where students can hone their technical skills. Register here
Soccer:
Boys and Girls Day Camp Session 1 (ages 4-11) 06/08-06/11
Athletes ages 4-11 get the chance to work on playing technique, skills and teamwork in a fun environment, coached by MSU’s own Ben Madison. Register here.
June Girls ID Camp ( grades 8-12) 06/13
This camp for experienced female athletes helps hone soccer technique, foot skills and more, led by Ben Madison. Register here.
Girls Jr. Elite Camp (grades 4-8) 06/20
This camp for experienced female athletes helps hone soccer technique, foot skills and more, led by Ben Madison. Register here
Boys and Girls Day Camp Session 2 (ages 4-11) 07/06-07/09
Athletes ages 4-11 get the chance to work on playing technique, skills and teamwork in a fun environment, coached by MSU’s own Ben Madison. Register here.
Baseball:
3 Day Youth Camp Session 1 (ages 6-14) 06/01-06/03
Led by MSU’s Dan Skirka, campers get to develop their playing skills and teamwork in a collaborative and positive environment. Register here.
3 Day Youth Camp Session 1 (ages 6-14) 06/22-06/24
Led by MSU’s Dan Skirka, campers get to develop their playing skills and teamwork in a collaborative and positive environment. Register here.
Basketball:
Rochelle Turner Mini Basketball Camp (ages 6-14) 06/01-06/04
This camp for girls ages 6-14 helps train essential playing skills alongside Murray State head women’s basketball coach Rochelle Turner. Register here.
Ryan Miller High School Team Camp (grades 9-12) 06/06- 06/07
Murray State head men’s basketball coach Ryan Miller will lead regional high-school teams in this skill-building camp. Register here
Ryan Miller Youth Camp Session 1 (ages 7-17) 06/08- 06/11
Murray State head men’s basketball coach Ryan Miller will lead young athletes in a fun and positive environment during this skill-building camp. Register here
Ryan Miller Parent Child Camp (ages 5-13) 06/13
Encourage bonding time with your athlete and get out of the house for some basketball fun. Register here
Ryan Miller Youth Camp Session 2 (ages 7-17) 06/22- 06/25
Murray State head men’s basketball coach Ryan Miller will lead young athletes in a fun and positive environment during this skill-building camp. Register here
Football:
Coach Jody Wright Youth Camp Session 1 (ages 5-12) 06/03
Aimed at children ages 5-12, this camp teaches Football skills, coordination and basic game play in a fun and safe environment for a variety of age ranges. Register here.
Coach Jody Wright Youth Camp Session 2 (ages 5-12) 06/04
Aimed at children ages 5-12, this camp teaches Football skills, coordination and basic game play in a fun and safe environment for a variety of age ranges. Register here.
Murray Art Guild Summer Camps
June:
Paper Mache Animals (ages 8-12) 06/01-06/05
Learn and develop paper mache skills to make cute animal friends. Register here.
Camp Create Fashion Edition (ages 8-13) 06/01-06/05
In this week-long workshop, students will explore various mixed media projects related to fashion! Register here.
Tiny Town Makers (ages 6-10) 06/08-06/12
Artists will design and build a mini village with various mixed media tools. Register here.
Learn to Turn (ages 7-10) 06/15-06/19
In this class, students will learn the basics about wood turning, how they see it in the world, and its history. Register here.
Messy Makers (ages 3-5) 06/22-06/26
This class, aimed at students 3-5, encourages art exploration through fun and messy guided play. Register here.
Creative Paint Play: (ages 10+) 06/22-06/26
Aimed at students 10 and up, this camp allows artists to explore their creativity while being taught new techniques. Register here.
Weave a Scarf (ages 10+) 06/29-07/01
If your artist is interested in weaving, this camp is a great introduction, and they will finish a scarf by the end of the program. Register here.
July:
Kids Printmaking (ages 6-10) 07/06-07/10
This camp teaches the basics of the printmaking process as well as beginner skills and techniques. Register here.
Kids Beginner Crochet (ages 10+) 07/13-07/17
Learn beginning crochet techniques, tools, materials and basic foundational stitches, while completing cute projects. Register here.
Sound and Sculpture (ages 6-10) 07/13-07/17
Young artists can explore the connection between music and physical art while learning about the sculpting medium. Register here.
Gelli Printing (ages 8-10) 07/20-07/23
Learn about the medium of gelli painting and create beautiful, multi-layered and detailed prints. Register here.
Art Journal Bookbinding (ages 10+) 07/20-07/23
Recycle an old book into a hardcover art journal while learning about bookbinding. Register here.
Pencil Portrait: Realistic to Abstract (ages 8-10) 07/27-07/31
Learn the art of the pencil portrait while developing shading skills and exploring a variety of styles. Register here.
Mini Art Exhibition (ages 10+) 07/27-07/31
Using polymer clay, tiny canvases and more, students will create mini art exhibits as a part of an art installation around the court square. Register here.
Written by Isabella Shevetz
