Childcare is so hard to find in Nashville. Parents often wait months or even years on daycare waitlists while costs continue to rise. You might think you have it made once kids start elementary school, but then comes summer. School ends, but work doesn’t, so what should you do?
Many summer camps and childcare options fill up by February. If you, like me, are scrambling for childcare at the last minute, I found some all-day summer camp options that still have openings.
Camp TPAC
📍Downtown
TPAC is accepting students for two week-long theatre camps: Stage and Screen and Magical Moments. The camps end with a performance for friends and family.
- Ages: 8-18
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m
- Dates: June 17-21 & July 15-19
- Cost: $450/week
A New Leaf
📍Bellevue & Whites Creek
Two nature-themed camps offer unique outdoor experiences with farm animals, hiking, and arts and crafts. The preschool camp is sold out, but slots are open for their Pip & Pickles Farm Camp and Arboretum Camp.
- Ages: 5-14
- Time: 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m
- Dates: June 17-August 2
- Cost: $730 for 2 weeks
Dance in Bloom
📍Bellevue
This half-day camp is a great way for kids to try different dance styles. Times can be combined for a full day, with a supervised lunch in between.
- Ages: 3-18
- Time: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 1-4 p.m.
- Dates: June 24-July 19
- Cost: $169+/week
Bach to Rock
📍Mount Juliet
Rock band enthusiasts will love these week-long camps where they can learn instruments and behind-the-scenes recording techniques.
- Ages: 7-17
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Dates: Now-August 2
- Cost: $319+/week
Soar Adventure Summer Day Camp
📍Franklin
This one's for kids who love obstacle courses and outdoor fun. It has a flexible schedule and can be booked for as many days as needed.
- Ages: 6+
- Time: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
- Dates: Now through August 2
- Cost: $50/day
Willow Springs Day Camp
📍Franklin
This camp encourages independence and free choice through play. They offer many activity options: archery, tie-dye, creek play, and more.
- Ages: rising kindergarteners to rising 8th graders
- Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Dates: Now through July 3
- Cost: $300+/session
Musicville Camps
📍Franklin
Musical kids of all abilities are welcome here. Week-long themes include Taylor Swift, Barbie, rock camp, and Disney princesses.
- Ages: 4-12
- Time: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 3 p.m.
- Dates: Now through July 28
- Cost: $100+/week
Are your kids skipping summer camp? Tell us what you're doing instead!
