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Harvard Museum of Natural History - 9:00 AM
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Free and Affordable Summer Camps in Boston 2025

Free and affordable summer camps in Boston deliver sunny memories and adventures for Massachusetts kids. Summer camp offers engaging experiences and fun activities. But not all enriching programs have to cost a pretty penny. We’ve put together a list of inexpensive camps in the Boston area that can provide your child with everything from performing arts classes to sailing lessons. These affordable Boston summer camp options deliver the fun and engagement that kids crave.
Find more great summer camps in Boston. Be sure to bookmark our complete Boston Summer Camp Guide and our Camp Directory. You can search for summer camps by type, age, and town. Explore our picks for Sleepaway Camps in New England with Short Sessions for First-Timers. And don't miss the Best Sleepaway Summer Camps in the Northeast.
Editor's Note: Summer camp information for the 2025 season is changing daily. Please click the links to the individual camps for the most up-to-date information.
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