Fall Break Camps in Huntsville, Madison, and North Alabama
Burritt Nature Rangers Camp: Acorns and Antics! Â | Grades K-5th
Calling all little leaf peepers and pumpkin pickers! Fall has arrived at Burritt on the Mountain and Nature Rangers Camp: Acorns and Antics is bursting with fall fun and adventure! Join us as we explore the wonders of autumn and celebrate all things harvest, from campfire snacks to farm traditions. Come create a scarecrow for our gardens, forage on a hike and even jump back in time to learn how to cook in the 1800s. Acorns and Antics promises a fall break with laughter, learning, and celebrating the magic of the season!
Date(s)/Times(s): September 29-October 4, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, extended day options available
Cost: $195 for members; $245 for non-members
Location: 3101 Burritt Drive SE, Huntsville (map)
Phone: 256-536-2882
Website |Â Facebook
Randolph School Camp Raider Fabulous Fall Break Mini-STEM Camp | pre-K-5th
Randolph School’s 3-day “School’s Out” mini-camp programs provide inquiry-based learning through hands-on activities that are designed to boost curiosity, STEM skills and critical thinking. We strive to create a safe, engaging and fun environment for students to learn and grow!
Date(s)/Time(s): TBD | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Cost: $300
Location: 1005 Drake Ave SE, Huntsville (map)
Phone: 256-799-6122
You’ve finally gotten into some kind of school groove and now… you need to start planning for Fall Break. While it’s not coming up until October 2-6, it will be here before you know it and camps fill up fast!
No worries. Rocket City Mom has your back with this list of great educational AND fun camps.
*This page is in the process for being updated for 2024. Stay tuned!*
2024 Fall Break Camps
Alabama Kidnastics | Ages 5-12
Students will participate in Gymnastics, Ninja Warrior, volleyball, kickball, soccer, fitness games, arts & crafts, and many more activities. Students need to bring a sack lunch, drink, and snack.
Date(s)/Times(s): September 30-October 4, 2024 | 7:30 AM-6PM
Cost: $175
Location: 1822 Winchester Road, Huntsville (map)
Phone: 256-520-3467
Website | Facebook
Fantasy Playhouse Children’s Theater & Academy | Ages 3 – 15
Cost: $85/week for ages 3 & 4; $225/week for ages 5-15
Location: 3312 Long Ave. Huntsville (map)
Phone: 256-539-6829
Website |Â Facebook
For Art’s Sake | Ages 6-13
Campers will have the opportunity to work with a range of mediums including painting, drawing and 3D materials. We value individuality and creativity, so student choice is incorporated into all art activities. We strive to foster confidence in artistic expression and technical skill. Most of all, we strive to have fun! All skill levels are welcome. We are excited to see you there!
Date(s)/Times(s): TBD | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cost: $225/week; $45/day
Location: 4072 Sullivan Street, Suite H, Madison
Phone: 256-584-2422
Website |Â Facebook
Huemanity Studios Fall Art Camp
Huemanity Studios is offering a half day camp during Fall Break. Each day will be full of painting, fun, games, sculpting, new friendships, and more! Snacks will be provided, and parents are welcome to say with their child.
Date(s)/Times(s):Â TBD | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cost: $150/week
Location: 6200 Mastin Lake Road, Suite C, Huntsville
Phone: 334-538-2984
Website |Â Facebook
Huntsville Botanical Garden | Ages 4-12
Come on a magical journey where fairy tales, folklore, and legends come to life as we learn about our environment. This camp combines the wonder of storytelling with art projects and hands-on STEM activities, fostering a deepening connection with nature through the lens of enchanting stories.
Date(s)/Times: September 30-October 4, 2024 | 9:oo AM – 4:00 PM (Extended hours available)
Cost: Members: $260, Non-Members: $400
Location: Huntsville Botanical Garden
Phone: 256-830-4447
Website | Facebook
Huntsville Museum of Art | Ages 5-13
HMA is offering two art camps for Fall Break- one for ages 5-8 and the other for ages 9-13. Explore painting and drawing tools. Learn about the fundamentals of color, shape, and composition. Media include acrylic, tempera, watercolor, pastel or colored pencil. Subject matter will include animals, still life, landscapes or people. Lots of FUN! The Education department will provide structure, fun and friends in a safe, stimulating environment. Museum gallery visits included for inspiration.
Date(s)/Times: September 30-October 4, 2024 | 9am-12pm (half day)
Cost: $180 Museum members, $280 non-members/week
Location: 300 Church Street SW (downtown Huntsville at Big Spring Park)
Phone: 256-535-6372
Website | Facebook
Huntsville Parks & Recreation | Grades 1-6
Four community recreation centers in Huntsville are offering school break camps for Huntsville City School students this Fall. Registration will open August 30. Space is limited, and registration is first come, first served. First priority is given to current After-School Program participants. Camp includes morning and afternoon snacks, but parents must provide a daily packed lunch for their child.
Date(s)/Times: September 30-October 4, 2024 | 7:30AM-6PM
Cost: $50 for first child, $30 for each additional sibling
Location: Various locations
Phone: 256-535-6372
Website
Kidtopia | Ages 4+
For working parents who seek day care for their child, to children looking to add some fun to their fall break, Kidtopia’s unique Fall Break Day Camp is the perfect way for the kiddos to make the most of their break! Each day includes unique excursions including a trip to a local Pumpkin Patch, exploring local playgrounds, arts & craft activities, facility play including inflatables, an augmented rock wall, and so much more!
Date(s)/Time(s): September 30-October 4, 2024 | 7:30AM-5:30PM
Cost: $245 for the week
Location: 1372 Jordan Road Huntsville AL, 35811
Website | 256-715-1219
The Matrix Gym | Ages 3-8th Grade
Come join in the FUN FUN FUN! Games, daily themes, tumbling, arts and crafts, contests, and so much more! A healthy snack will provided by The Matrix every morning and all participants must bring their own lunch. Get signed up now to reserve your spot. It’s going to be the most fun you have ever had staying in Huntsville for Fall Break! Ages 3 (potty trained) through 8th grade.
Date(s)/Times(s): September 30-October 4, 2024 | 8AM-5PM Full Day or 8AM-12PM Half Day
Cost: $250/week for half day $375/week for Full Day
Location: 3228 Leeman Ferry Road, Huntsville (map)
Phone: 256-533-5599
Website | Facebook
Heart of the Valley YMCA: Madison & Huntsville | K-8
Don’t worry about what your child will be doing during their school break anymore! Send them to the YMCA’s Day Camp, so that they can have a blast with their peers while being supervised by our exceptional staff.
Date/Time: September 30-October 4, 2024 | 7AM-6PM
Cost: $185 for members; $235 for non-members
Location: Hogan YMCA: 130 Park Square Lane, Madison (map) or Southeast YMCA: 1000 Weatherly Rd SE, Huntsville (map)
Phone: Hogan YMCA 256-705-9622 | Southeast YMCA 256-883-9622
Website | Facebook
Up A Creek Indoor Family Adventures: Madison & Huntsville | PreK-5th
If your kiddo loves daily field trips this is the camp for you! Plans for the week at Up A Creek Fall Break Camp include local field trips, trips to playgrounds, hikes, and a visit to the pumpkin patch. There will be a $5 lunch option and a free daily snack is included. Camp is provided for kids in grades Pre-K through 5th grade at  the Hampton Cove location.
Date/Time: TBDÂ | Â 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (extended care available)
Cost: $260/week or $70/day
Locations: Hampton Cove: 5575 US-431, Brownsboro, (map)
Website & Phone: Hampton Cove 256-393-4182
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High Point Climbing and Fitness | Ages 5-14
High Point Spring Break Camps teach kids 5-14 years old about rock climbing & team building. Our staff is dedicated to teaching the basics of climbing, including: equipment usage, climbing techniques, and the importance of trust. These camps will encourage kids to find new ways of approaching climbing through age-appropriate group instruction. Everyone will finish our climbing camps with a sense of self-confidence and accomplishment. Participant ages range from 5-14.
Date(s)/Times(s): October 1-3, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cost: Member: $139 for the first child and $132 for each additional sibling. Non-Member: $164 for the first child and $156 for each additional sibling.
Location: Mid City – 1020 Nunnahasae Park, Dr
Phone: 938-200-8330
Website
Pine Ridge Day Camp & Equestrian Center | 3rd-8th Grade
Campers enjoy fun-filled days of activities, including horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, archery, rock-wall climbing, zip-lining, high & low ropes challenge courses, and more! This camp is beginner-focused!
Date(s)/Times(s): September 30-October 4, 2024 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Cost: $400
Location: 13 Pine Hill Dr, Somerville
Phone: 256-778-9999
Website | Facebook
Haven Farms | ages 4-13
Haven Farms offers two fall break camp options: Critter Camp for ages 4-13 and Equestrian Camp for ages 8-15. The Farm sits on 95 acres and has worked hard to create a safe space not only for its animals but also for the kids and visitors who spend time there. Haven Farms is a place where curiosity can grow, and a love of nature can take root!
Date(s)/Times(s): September 30-October 4 & October 7-11, 2024 | 8:45 AM – 3:30 PM
Cost: $325-475
Location: 160 Mastin Road, Hazel Green
Phone: 256-693-0094
Website | Facebook
Madison Tennis Academy | ages 6-18
This will be the perfect Camp for your kid(s) to learn the basics of tennis or to get their game to the next level, make new friends, while having fun!
— Open to All Levels —
Date(s)/Times(s): September 30-October 3, 2024 | Rally Cats Camp – 6 to 10 years old 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM, Hot Shots Camp – 11 to 18 years old 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Cost: $220 – Rally Cats Camp, $200Â – Hot Shots Camp
Location: James Clemens Tennis Courts
Phone: 423-645-7491
Website | Facebook
Children’s Etiquette | ages 6-16
Etiquette is a path to confidence. It is a way to feel at ease in social situations. Grasping the importance of a smile, a firm handshake, basic dining skills and good manners are life lessons. Each lesson builds every day to prepare the child for a 4-course meal. LESSON 1: The Knife (Introductions, conversation skills, eye contact, handshake.) LESSON 2: The Spoon (two courses- soup & dessert). LESSON 3: The Fork & Table Setting (American & Continental style dining). LESSON 4: Public Speaking & Thank You Notes (Pizza served). LESSON 5: Four-Course Dinner (public speaking skills).
Date(s)/Times(s): October 1-6
Cost: $200
Phone: 256-469-8292
Website | Facebook
Branch Discover Camp Fall | PreK-8th grade
Date(s)/Times(s):Â Summer Camp Sept 30-Oct 4, 2024, 8am-3pm
Cost: Discover Camp Fall| K-8th, $150 per student | 2yrs-5yrs, $175-$185 per student Registration-$45
Location: 926 Weatherly Rd. SE
Phone:Â 256-626-6896
Website | Facebook
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