Browse 2026 camps by topic — coding, Minecraft, robotics, 3D printing, game design, video production & more.
Registration opens February – April 2026. Links are updated as registration goes live.
Looking for the right camp for your child’s interests? Browse our Minnesota STEM summer camps by topic—coding, Minecraft, robotics, 3D printing, game design, YouTube/video production, and more. Click any camp name to see the full description (skills taught, projects, grade range, and what students create), then use the Register link for that location’s dates and pricing.
Why parents choose Tech Academy camps:
Explore Tech Academy STEM summer camps in Minnesota featuring coding, robotics, engineering, 3D design, and digital creativity.
Click on any camp name to see the full description, locations, and session listings.
| Camp Name | Grades |
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3D Printing: Harry Potter-Inspired
Create 3D Harry Potter inspired projects!
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
3D Printing: Jewelry Fabrication & Arts
Make Jewerly 3D models on CAD software.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
3D Printing: Nintendo-Themed Characters
Bring your favorite video game characters to life by creating Nintendo-inspired characters with TinkerCAD
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
3D Printing: Pokémon-Inspired
Design 3D Pokemon on Tinkercad.
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3rd-7th |
3D Printing: Product Development & Fabrication
Create 3D files and bring to life using a 3D printer.
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3rd-6th or 4th-8th |
3D Printing: Star Wars-Themed
Design Star Wars inspired 3D objects using TinkerCAD.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
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Fab Lab
Fab Lab is digital fabrication on a personal scale, a community inventor?s workshop utilizing computers and machines to design, prototype and build things.
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9th-12th |
Intro to 3D Printing & CAD
This 3D printing camp takes students through the 3D printing process from start to finish using TinkerCAD and Cura.
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2nd-4th or 3rd-6th |
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(All Day) Web Design & Virtual Reality Coding
Build websites with HTML/CSS/JS, then create VR worlds and games.
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5th-8th |
| Advanced Minecraft Mods: Automation | 3rd-8th |
Intro to Java
Learn how to set up your coding environment and get familiar with basic Java syntax.
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4th-7th or 5th-9th |
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Intro to Java (Virtual)
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Java Game Coding
Create computer applications by coding with the Java programming language.
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4th-7th or 5th-9th |
Python Coding
Learn Python, a great beginner programming language that's used by professionals in this coding camp.
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5th-9th |
Virtual Reality Coding with JavaScript
Design, develop, and create 3D Virtual Reality environments and games.
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5th-8th |
| Camp Name | Grades |
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3D Engineering: Architectural & Structural Design
Become a master Lego Bricklayer & Engineer.
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K-3rd or 1st-5th |
Advanced Engineering
Learn the principles of engineering & build super-cool vehicles.
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3rd-6th or 4th-8th |
| Elementary Engineering: Gears and Levers | |
Engineering: Crazy Action Contraptions
Learn engineering concepts through crazy machines like a rubber band racer and balloon powered car.
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K-3rd or 1st-5th |
Extreme Engineering: Motors & Pneumatics
Use LEGOs to build animatronic and pneumatic creatures.
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4th-8th |
Jr Engineering: Games and Gadgets
Learn about physics and engineering concepts. Build machines that will whirl, flip, launch, or cruise.
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K-2nd or 1st-5th |
Jr Engineering: Theme Parks
Use engineering concepts of simple machines to build theme park rides and machines.
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K-3rd |
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Ziplines & Battlers
Join our building teams as we make and experiment with different LEGO zip lines.
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1st-6th |
| Camp Name | Grades |
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Extreme Robo-Games: Battlebot Olympics
Be challenged to morph their projects in better, stronger and faster robots, in this robotics camp.
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3rd-7th or 5th-9th |
Extreme Robotics: Bionic Beasts & Creatures
Students will program robots to move, act and think on their own.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
Extreme Robotics: RC Builders
Learn about science, engineering, and technology while having FUN through hands-on projects.
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1st- 4th or 3rd-7th |
Extreme Robotics: Robo-Beasts & Monster Machines
Students will program robots to move, act and think on their own.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
Extreme Robotics: Robo-Racers
Build cars and dragsters with motors and sensors to explore the environment.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
Intro to Coding with Scratch
Our class introduces younger students to the basics of coding.
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1st-5th |
RC Wars
Design, build, and program remote controlled LEGO models for epic battles. Team up and use engineering strategies to win.
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2nd-5th or 3rd-7th |
Robotic Builders
Learn coding and engineering to build LEGO WeDo robots like an alligator and rescue plane.
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K-2nd, 1st-5th |
Robotic Builders: Castles and Kingdoms
Work with a robotics system designed for students to create, build, and program their own real working robots.
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K-2nd or 1st-5th |
Robotic Builders: Hogwarts and Other Kingdoms
Build and program magical-themed projects using LEGO® WeDo systems.
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K-2nd or 1st-5th |
Robotic Builders: Space & Star Wars
Build and program Star Wars inspired robots using tilt sensors and motion detectors in the LEGO WeDo system.
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K-2nd or 1st-5th |
Wedo Robotic Engineering
Learn programming, engineering, and robotics using the LEGO WeDo System.
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1st-5th |
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Advanced Minecraft Mods: Industrial Revolution
This camp introduces students to a whole new world of possibilities in Minecraft
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4th-8th |
Battle Royale Coding with Roblox
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3rd-6th |
Engineering in Minecraft
This course introduces students to engineering concepts using Redstone.
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3rd-7th |
Minecraft Mod Development: Crazy Armor
Learn to customize your gaming experience! Students will create armor, items, weapons, and more!
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1st-5th or 3rd-7th |
Minecraft Mod Development: Custom Mobs
Customize your gaming experience! Learn to make Java mods for Minecraft!
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2nd-6th or 4th-8th |
| Minecraft Survival Quest: From Wither to Warden | |
Multiplayer Minecraft Wars: Skyblock and Mini Games
Work with a team to create a floating world in Minecraft!
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1st-5th or 3rd-7th |
Multiplayer Minecraft: Block Hunter & Mini Games
Create your own hide-and-seek mini-game on our new adventure map.
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2nd-6th or 3rd-7th |
Multiplayer Minecraft: Olympics
Minecraft Java competitions and builds. Create arenas, mini games, and battle in epic events. Bring a USB drive.
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1st-5th |
| Virtual: Minecraft: Battle the Ender Dragon | 2nd-6th |
| Camp Name | Grades |
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Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence & Augment Reality
Dive into augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.
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3rd-6th |
| Private Event/Class | |
| Virtual: Game Coding: Mario Kart |
| Camp Name | Grades |
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Unreal Game Engine Development
Learn game development skills in this coding camp using Unreal Engine by Epic Games.
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5th-9th |
| Camp Name | Grades |
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Digital Music & Video Production
remix popular songs, make your own music video.
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3rd-6th or 4th-8th |
Hogwarts Film School & Coding Camp
Create digital animations and participate in our Harry Potter-themed STEAM activities!
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1st-4th or 2nd-6th |
Jedi Movie Making & Coding Camp
Create a stop motion movie using Lego characters and props from the Starwars Universe.
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1st-4th or 2nd-6th |
Video Production for YouTube: Podcasting & Vlogging
In this class you will Learn the ins and out of producing your own podcast!
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3rd-6th or 5th-9th |
Video Production for YouTube: ?Top? List Creator
Learn tricks that pro filmmakers use to create top 10 or favorite list videos.
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1st-4th or 2nd-5th |
Video Production: Blockbuster Special Effects
Learn film editing basics and how to use Hollywood-style special effects techniques.
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3rd-6th or 4th-8th |
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Extreme Coding with AI & ChatGPT (Virtual)
Advanced CS with AI/ML: build a Python ?Choose Your Own Adventure? game using ChatGPT API tools.
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4th-8th |
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Extreme Coding: AI & Machine Learning (Virtual)
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3rd-6th |
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Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence & Augment Reality
Dive into advanced computer science topics that include artificial intelligence, and augmented reality coding.
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3rd-6th |
| Extreme Coding: Mario Kart | 3rd-6th |
Game Coding & Design
Hands-on experience developing your own game!
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4th-7th or 5th-9th |
Game Coding & Robotic Engineering
Learn about coding and robotics!
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K-3rd, 1st-4th |
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Game Coding (Virtual)
Don?t Just PLAY games. CREATE them!
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1st-4th |
Game World Builders: Nintendo-Inspired STEAM Camp
Code and create movies with popular Nintendo Characters.
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1st-4th or 2nd-6th |
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Intro to Scratch Coding 3.0
Our new class introduces younger students to the basics of coding.
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1st-3rd |
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Intro to Video Game Design
Create YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME!
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K-3rd |
Mobile Game and App Development
Learn about the exciting process of mobile app development with this hands-on class
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4th-7th or 6th-9th |
Pokémon-Inspired Game Coding
Create an interactive 2D video game with your FAVORITE Pokémon characters using Scratch!
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1st-3rd or 3rd-6th |
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Scratch 3.0 Game Coding
This course will give you hands-on experience developing your own game using Scratch 3, a visual coding platform.
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2nd-6th |
Star Wars-Themed Game Coding
Create and learn to modify our Star Wars-themed games using Scratch.
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2nd-5th |
Ultimate Brawlers: Super Mario Game Coding
Learn to Code a Smash style platform fighter in Construct 3. Build characters, combat, items, and stages.
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4th-6th or 5th-9th |
Video Game Coding
Use Construct 2, a visual programming tool, to develop your own game and learn coding concepts.
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3rd-6th or 4th-8th |
Virtual Reality Coding (Virtual)
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3rd-6th |
What ages are your STEM summer camps for?
Most camps serve grades K–8 (ages 5–14). Each camp page lists the exact grade range, and some locations adjust grades to fit their community.
Where are Tech Academy camps held?
Camps run at schools and community centers across Minnesota, hosted by local Community Ed and Parks & Rec departments. Check the Camps by Location page to find a site near you.
How do I register for a camp?
Click any camp name above to see all available sessions. Each session has a Register link that takes you directly to the hosting district’s sign-up page. Pricing is set by each district.
Does my child need prior experience?
No! All camps are beginner-friendly. Curriculum is designed to scale so first-timers and returning students are both challenged and engaged.
