Tech Academy (formerly Computer Explorers) of Minnesota - Summer STEM Camps, over 100 location in MN ages 4-15

STEM Summer Camps by Topic in Minnesota

Browse 2026 camps by topic — coding, Minecraft, robotics, 3D printing, game design, video production & more.

8 Categories 71 Camp Topics 474 Sessions

Registration opens February – April 2026. Links are updated as registration goes live.

Find the Right STEM Camp for Your Child

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.

3D Printing
Model in Tinkercad or Blender and 3D-print creations. Combines digital design with physical making.
Camp Name Grades
3D Printing: D&D
Learn the ins and outs of 3D Design and 3D printing with TinkerCAD with D&D!
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
3D Printing: Harry Potter-Inspired
Create 3D Harry Potter inspired projects!
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
3D Printing: Jewelry Fabrication & Arts
Make Jewerly 3D models on CAD software.
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
3D Printing: Minecraft-Inspired
Learn 3D design skills, and make custom mobs and Minecraft-inspired creations.
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
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
3D Printing: Pokémon-Inspired
Design 3D Pokemon on Tinkercad.
3rd-7th
3D Printing: Star Wars-Themed
Design Star Wars inspired 3D objects using TinkerCAD.
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
Architecture and Design Camp
Use 3D design tools to plan and design architectural creations.
3rd-6th or 4th-8th
Dungeons & Dragons
Tabletop role-playing adventures that build storytelling, teamwork, and creative thinking skills.
Camp Name Grades
D&D STEAM Camp
Create DND video games, and embark on a one-shot campaign.
2nd-6th
D&D: Minecraft Adventure 3rd-6th or 4th-8th
Java/Python Coding
Learn Python, Scratch, JavaScript, and more. Kids build real programs and develop computational-thinking skills.
Camp Name Grades
AI Python Coding Lab
Learn to use AI in various applications with Python.
4th-8th or 6th-9th
Hacking and Cybersecurity with Python 4th-6th or 5th-9th
Intro to Computer Science with Python
Students will learn computer science concepts using Python.
4th-7th or 5th-9th
Java Game Coding
Create computer applications by coding with the Java programming language.
4th-7th or 5th-9th
JavaScript Game Lab 4th-7th or 5th-9th
Retro Game Modding with Java
Hack into classic games using the Java.
4th-7th or 5th-9th
Lego Engineering
Hands-on LEGO building with engineering principles. Kids design structures, machines, and motorized creations.
Camp Name Grades
3D Engineering: Architectural & Structural Design
Become a master Lego Bricklayer & Engineer.
K-3rd or 1st-5th
Advanced Engineering
Learn the principles of engineering & build super-cool vehicles.
3rd-6th or 4th-8th
Engineering: Crazy Action Contraptions
Learn engineering concepts through crazy machines like a rubber band racer and balloon powered car.
K-3rd or 1st-5th
Engineering: Rube Goldberg Machines
Students will learn about physics and engineering concepts such as Velocity, Projectiles, Force, Motion, and more.
1st-4th or 3rd-6th
Extreme Engineering: Motors & Pneumatics
Use LEGOs to build animatronic and pneumatic creatures.
4th-8th
Jr Engineering: Games and Gadgets
Learn about physics and engineering concepts. Build machines that will whirl, flip, launch, or cruise.
K-2nd or 1st-5th
Jr Engineering: Theme Parks
Use engineering concepts of simple machines to build theme park rides and machines.
K-3rd
Lego Robotics
Design, build, and program robots with LEGO, VEX, and more. Hands-on engineering meets real-world problem solving.
Camp Name Grades
Extreme Robo-Games: Battlebot Olympics
Be challenged to morph their projects in better, stronger and faster robots, in this robotics camp.
3rd-7th or 5th-9th
Extreme Robotics: Battlebots
Battle bot against bot using EV3 LEGO Robotics servo motors, light sensors, and ultrasonic technology.
3rd-7th or 5th-9th
Extreme Robotics: RC Builders
Learn about science, engineering, and technology while having FUN through hands-on projects.
1st- 4th or 3rd-7th
Extreme Robotics: Robo-Beasts & Monster Machines
Students will program robots to move, act and think on their own.
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
Extreme Robotics: Robo-Racers
Build cars and dragsters with motors and sensors to explore the environment.
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
Extreme Robotics: Robo-Wars
Build RC robots inspired by Discovery Channel's BattleBots.
3rd-7th or 5th-9th
RC Wars 2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
Robotic Builders
Learn coding and engineering to build LEGO WeDo robots like an alligator and rescue plane.
K-2nd, 1st-5th
Robotic Builders: Battlebots
Let the battle begin! This robotic camp uses Lego Wedo Robotics system.
K-2nd or 1st-5th
Robotic Builders: Engineering
New Projects & Challenges! Make science come to life!
K-2nd or 1st-5th
Robotic Builders: Hogwarts and Other Kingdoms
Build and program magical-themed projects using LEGO® WeDo systems.
K-2nd or 1st-5th
Robotic Builders: Mighty Machines
Build and program your own robot creations!
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.
K-2nd or 1st-5th
Minecraft
Build, code, and explore in Minecraft worlds. Camps cover redstone logic, modding, and creative design challenges.
Camp Name Grades
Coding in Minecraft: Ride the Ender Dragon
Write code to summon the ender dragon in Minecraft: Java Edition!
2nd-6th
Hacking Minecraft
Learn how to expand your Minecraft world's abilities using mods and textures.
2nd-6th
Minecraft Escape Room: Escape the Ender Dragon 2nd-6th
Minecraft Mod Development: Mega-Tools & Mobs
Learn how to create your own custom sword mod.
1st-4th or 3rd-7th
Minecraft Mod Development: Superhero Mods 1st-4th or 3rd-7th
Minecraft Quest Makers: RPG & Adventure Design
Create your own Minecraft adventure maps.
1st-5th
Minecraft Survival Camp: Defeat the Ender Dragon
Create a world with others in multiple uniquely themed escape room adventure maps.
2nd-5th or 3rd-7th
Multiplayer Minecraft Wars: Skyblock and Mini Games
Work with a team to create a floating world in Minecraft!
1st-5th or 3rd-7th
Multiplayer Minecraft: City Builder
Work together to build a city in a multi-player Minecraft server with a town hall, farms, and more!
K-3rd or 1st-5th
Multiplayer Minecraft: Olympics 1st-5th
Multiplayer Minecraft: Poke-Mods and Games
Join us for an unforgettable Minecraft Pokemon adventure.
1st-5th or 3rd-7th
Multiplayer Minecraft: Theme Park Builder
Work as a team to create a custom theme park in Minecraft.
K-3rd or 1st-5th
Multiplayer Minecraft: World Builder
Create a world with others in four unique, themed quadrants.
K-3rd or 1st-5th
Video Production
Shoot, edit, and publish videos. Camps cover storytelling, camera basics, editing software, and YouTube-ready content.
Camp Name Grades
Hogwarts Film School & Coding Camp
Create digital animations and participate in our Harry Potter-themed STEAM activities!
1st-4th or 2nd-6th
Jedi Movie Making & Coding Camp
Create a stop motion movie using Lego characters and props from the Starwars Universe.
1st-4th or 2nd-6th
Pokémon-Inspired Coding & STEAM Adventures
Create a stop-motion Pokémon-themed film with Pokémon inspired sets and props!
1st-4th or 2nd-6th
Video Production for YouTube
Learn how to create YouTube content!
1st-5th or 6th-8th
Video Production for YouTube: Gaming
Learn how to create a YouTube Let's Play video: capture and do a P.C. gaming session voice-over!
3rd-6th or 4th-8th
Video Production for YouTube: Podcasting & Vlogging
In this class you will Learn the ins and out of producing your own podcast!
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.
1st-4th or 2nd-5th
Video Production: YouTube Shorts, IG Reels & TikTok
Learn the art of producing video shorts for TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and Instagram Reels.
2nd-6th or 4th-8th
Visual Coding
Learn Python, Scratch, JavaScript, and more. Kids build real programs and develop computational-thinking skills.
Camp Name Grades
Build & Defend: Strategy Game Coding
Code your own Tower Defense video game using the Construct 2 programming interface in this camp.
4th-7th or 5th-9th
Cloud & Mobile App Design 4th-7th, 6th-9th
Coding with Superheroes STEAM Camp
Kids will create video games in this coding class!
1st-3rd
Escape the Labyrinth: VR Game Development
Design, develop, and create 3D Virtual Reality environments and characters!
2nd-5th or 5th-9th
Extreme Coding: Artificial Intelligence (Virtual) 3rd-6th
Game Coding & Design
Hands-on experience developing your own game!
4th-7th or 5th-9th
Game Coding & Robotic Engineering
Learn about coding and robotics!
K-3rd, 1st-4th
Game Design with Roblox
Explore the different possibilities Roblox has to offer in creating awesome games.
2nd-5th or 3rd-6th
Game World Builders: Nintendo-Inspired STEAM Camp
Code and create movies with popular Nintendo Characters.
1st-4th or 2nd-6th
Star Wars-Themed Game Coding
Create and learn to modify our Star Wars-themed games using Scratch.
2nd-5th
Super Mario-Themed Game Coding
We scoured the Scratch website and assembled a collection of the most popular game sprites.
3rd-7th
Ultimate Brawlers: Super Mario Game Coding 4th-6th or 5th-9th
Video Game Design: Platformer
Learn game coding by creating your own platforming video game in this camp.
4th-7th or 5th-9th
Virtual Reality Coding (Virtual)

Frequently Asked Questions

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.