Compare 32+ Space & Aviation programs in Philadelphia — day camps, summer programs, and university pre-college options for kids, teens & high schoolers. Free directory with prices & dates.
Refreshed weekly · Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Engineers experience the thrill of flight by piloting drones and launching various rockets, combining hands-on building, problem-solving, and real-world STEM learning in aviation technology.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
St. Joseph's University
Phone
(610) 642-3000
Campers engage in hands-on activities focusing on drone technology, robotics, and general science discovery within an engaging summer camp environment.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
3000 West School House Lane Philadelphia, PA 19144
Phone
(215) 844-3460
Kids design, build, and program robots for space missions, exploring the cosmos and learning STEM skills.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(267) 244-2101
Campers join research teams to solve real-world problems as space scientists, exploring planets, moons, and stars through hands-on activities.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
222 N 20th Street Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone
(215) 448-1200
Campers explore deep space by learning about the solar system, speed of light, and potentially extraterrestrial life.
Age Group
Elementary
Location
615 S. 3rd St Philadelphia, PA 19147
Phone
(215) 253-7690
High school students learn how materials impact fields like aerospace through science and engineering activities in an online format.
Age Group
High School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Students turn imagination into reality through hands-on projects in coding, AI, robotics, drones, holographic AR, 2D/3D animation, game design, and space exploration.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Virtual
Phone
N/A
Campers engage in daily high-energy topics and hands-on activities, including Space Discovery days and Drone days, fostering creativity and problem-solving.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
950 Industrial Blvd, Southampton, PA
Phone
N/A
Campers engage in astronaut challenges, science experiments, Challenger Learning Center simulations, and aviation workshops to explore space and science.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422
Phone
N/A
This academy exposes youth to diverse career opportunities in aviation and aerospace through hands-on learning, covering aviation history, aerodynamics, and STEM applications.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
3001 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19114
Phone
(302) 222-0767
Middle school students prepare for a space exploration mission, gaining STEM experience through physics experiments, 3D printing, robotics, circuits, and coding.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Phone
(215) 204-4085
High school students engage in hands-on engineering projects, including aerospace, robotics, and AI, while experiencing college life at the University of Pennsylvania.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
N/A
High school students explore aerospace engineering through hands-on learning, experiential simulations, and field trips to industry sites.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 746-2309
Campers learn about aviation and aerospace dynamics, careers, pilot responsibilities, and perform pre-flight inspections, flight planning, and actual flight time.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
3879 Old Easton Road, Doylestown, PA 18902
Phone
(215) 340-0707
Students explore scientific concepts of power, propulsion, inertia, flight, and navigation through hands-on activities, including flying a full-size flight simulator.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Temple University Ambler Campus, Ambler, PA
Phone
(267) 468-8000
High school students learn observational astronomy and data analysis, constructing simple cameras and spectrometers, and utilizing specialized equipment for celestial observations.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
(215) 898-7326
Campers explore the life of an astronaut in outer space, delving into physics, aviation, and space science through hands-on activities and museum exhibits, building confidence and fostering curiosity.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
222 North 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA
Phone
N/A
Youth learn drone mechanics, flight functions, and pilot skills, exploring various sectors of the aviation industry including commercial, general, and military applications through hands-on training.
Age Group
Middle/High School
Location
5400 Grays Ave., Philadelphia PA. 19143
Phone
(215) 596-0050
This camp provides hands-on engineering programs for children, including aerospace, with activities incorporating LEGO® bricks, robotics, and coding.
Age Group
Middle School
Location
Multiple Locations
Phone
(215) 309-8488
High school students explore engineering careers through immersive pre-college programs, blending experiential learning with simulations and potential aerospace-related trips.
Age Group
High School
Location
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
Phone
(800) 974-6752
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Looking for a STEM summer camp near you? This free Philadelphia directory lists 330+ local and online programs across the Philadelphia metro area — including AI, coding, robotics, science, and math camps for kids, middle schoolers, and high school students. Compare prices, dates, age groups, and formats, then filter by focus area above to find the closest match for Summer 2026.
We list 330+ STEM summer camps in Philadelphia, PA across AI & machine learning, coding, robotics, science, math, space, and cybersecurity. Top picks vary by your child's age and interests — use the category filters above to compare programs by price, duration, and format.
Prices in our Philadelphia directory range from free community programs to $3,000+ for university-hosted pre-college tracks. Most full-day weekly camps run $400–$900 per week; specialized AI and research programs typically run $1,000–$2,500 for the full program. Click any camp for current pricing.
Camps in our Philadelphia listings cover elementary (typically ages 6–10), middle school (11–13), high school (14–18), and selective pre-college research programs for rising seniors. Filter by age group to see only programs that match your child.
Yes — many of our listed programs offer fully online or hybrid formats, especially in AI, coding, and research. Online options are open to students nationwide, including Philadelphia-area kids who can't travel to an in-person camp. Look for the “Virtual Camp” filter or any program tagged Online / Hybrid in the details.
Yes. Several listings are pre-college programs hosted by universities — including residential and commuter options. These are competitive admissions with applications often closing in March/April for summer cohorts. Use the Pre-College filter at the top to see only these programs.
