Spring break sneaks up fast – and if you’re not heading out of town, you might already be wondering what everyone’s going to do all week.
The good news? There are several spring break camp options around Birmingham for 2026. Whether your child loves animals, science, art, or theatre, here’s a roundup camps to keep everyone from saying “I’m bored!”
Red Mountain Theatre Spring Break Camps
Red Mountain Theatre offers week-long theatre camps for a range of ages and experience levels. Camps focus on performance, creativity, teamwork, and confidence building, with most sessions ending in a short performance for families.
Full-day and half-day options are available, along with before and after care. Financial aid is offered for qualifying families.
Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Ages: 4–14 (varies by camp)
Location: Red Mountain Theatre, Birmingham
YMCA School’s Out Camp (Multiple Locations)
The YMCA of Greater Birmingham hosts School’s Out Camp during spring break at several branch locations including Greystone, Hoover, Pelham, Shades Valley, Trussville, and Alabaster.
Campers participate in structured games, indoor and outdoor activities, and group programming in a supervised setting. Both members and non-members may attend.
Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Hours: Typically 7:00 AM–6:00 PM (varies by branch) Pelham, Graystone, Hoover, Shades Valley, Trussville
Ages: K–6th grade (some locations offer 3–5 year old half-day programs)
Cost: Members $30/day | Non-Members $50/day
Birmingham Zoo Spring Break Camp
The Birmingham Zoo offers themed daily camps focused on wildlife education and conservation. Each day highlights a different topic, giving kids an opportunity to explore environmental issues and animal habitats through interactive learning.
Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Themes Include: Habitat Loss, Pollution, Invasive Species, Wildlife Trade, and Conservation Solutions
Location: Birmingham Zoo
Camp McWane – McWane Science Center
Camp McWane provides hands-on STEM programming for kids during spring break. Campers explore science exhibits, participate in guided experiments, and learn through interactive activities inside the science center.
Half-day and full-day options are available depending on age.
Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Ages: 4K–6th grade
Location: McWane Science Center, Downtown Birmingham
Goldfish Swim School – Spring Break Jump Start Clinic
Goldfish Swim School is offering a Spring Break Jump Start Clinic designed to help kids build skills quickly with consecutive days of swim instruction. This is a great option if you’ve been meaning to get your child more confident in the water but haven’t committed to weekly lessons.
Jump Start Clinics focus on skill development, water safety, and technique in a small-group setting.
Dates: Spring Break Week (March 23–27, 2026)
Format: Consecutive-day swim lessons
Location: Goldfish Swim School (Hoover)
Ages: Varies by level (check with location for availability)
Spots typically fill quickly for these intensive clinics.
High Point Climbing & Fitness – Spring Break Camp
High Point Climbing & Fitness is offering a Spring Break Camp focused on climbing, movement, teamwork, and confidence building. Campers spend the week learning climbing techniques, participating in structured games, and building skills in a supportive, high-energy environment.
Dates: March 23–27, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: High Point Climbing & Fitness (Birmingham)
If you know of another local spring break camp that should be included, send it my way. I’ll keep this list updated as more programs confirm their 2026 dates.
