Explorer Camps

Presented by THINK Neurology for Kids

Space Center Houston offers a variety of age-appropriate and inspiring camp experiences with safety top of mind. 

Our Explorer Camps introduce children ages 4-11 to science, technology, engineering and math through engaging and hands-on learning activities.

Please note that campers do not stay overnight in the multi-day camps.

Explorer Camps have a new streamlined registration process. Submit all your camper info and pay in one convenient place. Plus, make changes or updates to your camp purchase by logging in to your account.

Click the links below to explore camps, see pricing, and register for age-specific camps or contact our Reservations Department at +1 281-283-4755 for assistance. 

Did you know dual-level members and above receive a 10% discount off Explorer Camps as well as priority registration? Contact the membership department at membership@spacecenter.org for more information.

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Browse our Explorer Camp Parent’s Guide filled with information such as with program contacts, hours, meal options, pickup procedures and more.

Fall/Winter 2023 Evening Explorers

Ages 5 - 7 | Engineering Habitats​

Friday, October 27, 5:30-9:30pm

Cost | $79.95 (includes meal & t-shirt)

Come join us for an evening of fun while learning about the Artemis Project. Campers face challenges on how to construct objects, explore various ways to build rovers and understand rocket launches. Learning to live in space, campers design a space habitat using LEGO’s and share them to the class!

Ages 8 - 10 | Surviving Space

Friday, October 27, 5:30-9:30pm

Cost | $79.95 (includes meal & t-shirt)

Come join us for an evening of fun while learning about the Artemis Project. Campers face challenges on how to construct objects, explore various ways to build rovers and understand rocket launches. Learning to live in space, campers design a space habitat using LEGO’s and share them to the class!

Fall/Winter 2023 1-Day Camps

Ages 5-7

Saturday, October 14, 9am-3pm

Earth-Space Explorers

Cost | $74.95

Campers will discover all the features that make Earth the most desirable place to live in the Solar System. During this one-day camp, campers learn how the Earth needs the Sun to exist, how astronauts can live on the ISS and discover things in deep space using telescopes.

Saturday, October 21, 9am-3pm

Journey Into Space

Cost | $74.95

All journeys begin with a single step.  During this one-day adventure, campers will begin their journey into space.  How do astronauts sleep?  What happens if astronauts do not exercise?  These questions and more will be answered as campers explore space through science, art and engineering. 

Saturday, December 23, 9am-3pm

Junior Engineering Explorers

Cost | $74.95

During your campers’ one day adventure they will learn all about engineering with LEGOS and robotics through hands-on STEM activities.

So whether they are exploring how gravity affects moving objects, programing a robot, or creating solar system art, your camper will be inspired to learn about the world around them and beyond.

Ages 8-10

Saturday, October 14, 9am-3pm

Journey Above the Earth

Cost | $74.95

Campers will develop an understanding of our solar system and understand the vast distances between the planets.  Through hands on engineering challenges, the use of robotics and creative design, all campers will learn what it takes to go beyond Earth for space travel.

Saturday, October 21, 9am-3pm

Surviving the Journey

Cost | $74.95

This one-day adventure will take you beyond the limits of challenges, learning more on how to protect the astronaut traveling through space. Through hands on engineering challenges, the use of robotics and creative designing, all campers will learn what it takes to journey beyond Earth.

Saturday, December 23, 9am-3pm

Bots and Beyond

Cost | $74.95

Campers will gain confidence as they learn how to successfully code and program various robotics, including LEGO robotic platforms in fun and engaging ways. This one-day explorer camp will leave your camper feeling confident, inspired, and ready to solve the problems of the future.

Fall/Winter 2023 3-Day Camps

November 20 - 22, 2023

Ages 4 - 5 | Mars Explorers

Cost | $179.95

Ages 6 - 7 | Journey to Mars

Cost | $179.95

Ages 8 - 9 | Mars Exploration

Cost | $179.95

Ages 10 - 11 | Mars & Beyond

Cost | $179.95

Fall/Winter 2023 4-Day Camps

December 26 - 29, 2023

Ages 4 - 5 | Lunar Explorers

Cost | $239.95

Ages 6 -7 | Journey to the Moon

Cost | $239.95

Ages 8 - 9 | Lunar Exploration

Cost | $239.95

Ages 10 - 11 | The Moon & Beyond

Cost | $239.95

January 2 - 5, 2024

Ages 4 - 5 | Beginner Bots

Cost | $239.95

Ages 6 -7 | Engineering Basics

Cost | $239.95

Ages 8 - 9 | Robotic Exploration

Cost | $239.95

Ages 10 - 11 | Journey Beyond

Cost | $239.95

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