Camps

Whether it’s for the summer months or for school breaks, McLean Community Center offers a wide variety of camps with your child’s interests and enrichment clearly in mind. MCC offers full-day and half-day, onsite programs along with exciting day trips to interesting destinations.

June 2025

Old Firehouse 2025 Summer Camp Trips

For Rising 5th-9th Graders With the end of the school year quickly approaching, there’s no need to worry about keeping your child active and happy this summer. The Old Firehouse Summer Camp has you covered with eight weeks of fantastic trips and memorable experiences. Be sure to sign up early as these weeks sell out […]
Monday, Jun 16 - Friday, Aug 8
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The Old Firehouse
1440 Chain Bridge Rd, McLean, VA 22101

Camp McLean 2025: Under the Sea

Our dynamic Camp McLean program provides a wide array of experiences and fun for your children. Children ages 3 to 10 can enjoy trips and performances; explore the world of fitness and much, much more! During each two-week session, our highly trained staff will lead campers on some unforgettable adventures and provide enrichment opportunities from […]
Monday, Jun 23 - Friday, Aug 1
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Chess Camp

In chess camp, campers play and learn chess with Magnus Academy (formerly Silver Knights). They have taught 100,000 children, including national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn and have fun! Campers are broken up by skill level. Activities include learning the rules, openings, tactics, endgames, studying master games and playing tons of […]
Monday, Jun 23 - Friday, Jul 25
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Shakespeare Theatre Company’s Camp Shakespeare

“Macbeth” Witches’ prophecies lead to endless tragedy for Macbeth, Lady Macbeth and all who disrupt their ambitions to be King and Queen of Scotland. Youth Ages 9-11 One-Week Session Monday-Friday, June 23-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Performance: 4 p.m. on Friday, June 27 Camp Fee: $449; 10% discount for McLean residents. Please call 202-547-5688 to register […]
Monday, Jun 23 - Friday, Jul 11
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
July 2025

Secret Agent Lab

Suspects! Schematics and Sleuths! Connect the dots using science to help solve a crime in this hands-on investigation of the science of sleuthing. Uncover the science involved in evidence gathering, analysis and fingerprinting detection. Enhance your recall and observation skills and learn how to use spy equipment. Instructor: Mad Science. 6-10 years 5 lessons @ […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 7 - 11
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

International Street Food Youth

Monday: Pakistani Chapli Kebabs (Spiced Beef Kebabs) with Naan; Crispy Onion Pakora (Onion Fritters) with Chutney Ketchup; Bun Kebab (Spiced Lentil and Egg Pattie); Aloo Kay Kababs (Potato Kebabs); Chicken Shawarma with Flatbread; Nankhatai (Buttery Cardamom Cookies). Tuesday: Korean Gamcha Hotdogs (potato-studded, battered and fried sausage on a stick); Korean Street Toast with Vegetables, Ham, […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 7 - 11
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

AIM Dance Camp (Taylor’s Version)

Get ready to dance the week away to all your favorite Taylor Swift songs. That’s right-a whole week dedicated to America’s favorite Popstar! Campers will love learning dances to all the new hits including “Cruel Summer” and “Anti-Hero” as well as some of her classics like “Love Story” and “Shake It Off.” There will be […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 7 - 11
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

Broadway Bound Camp

Your budding Broadway entertainer will learn exciting routines to hit Broadway musicals such as “Aladdin,” “The Lion King,” “Newsies” and “Annie.” Campers will spend this fun-filled week learning age-appropriate songs and dances that are currently playing on Broadway. Each day is filled with an energizing dance warm-up, Broadway routines, and acting games and exercises. This […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 7 - 11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

International Street Food Teen

Monday: Pakistani Chapli Kebabs (Spiced Beef Kebabs) with Naan; Crispy Onion Pakora (Onion Fritters) with Chutney Ketchup; Bun Kebab (Spiced Lentil and Egg Pattie); Aloo Kay Kababs (Potato Kebabs); Chicken Shawarma with Flatbread; Nankhatai (Buttery Cardamom Cookies). Tuesday: Korean Gamcha Hotdogs (potato-studded, battered and fried sausage on a stick); Korean Street Toast with Vegetables, Ham, […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 7 - 11
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Science In Motion

Discover how things move in science. Take apart pellets to see what an owl cannot digest. Join a team of camper-engineers and build bridges, domes, cubes and pyramids. Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults and simple machines. Make your own sidewalk chalk, crystal gardens and chromatography dyed t-shirt. Instructor: Mad Science. 6-10 years 5 lessons […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 14 - 18
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101

International Bread and Baking Youth

In this intensive hands-on summer camp kids will learn to prepare a different baked meal for lunch each day and then will focus on making breads and other baked treats. They will learn many different breadmaking techniques and styles while preparing a wide variety of yeast and quick breads from around the world (and also […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 14 - 18
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Barbieland Camp

Join us for this glamourous new dance camp as we celebrate all things Barbie! Your camper will love learning all their sassy dance routines, creating the most adorable crafts, and of course, dressing up as the most iconic doll, Barbie. A final performance on Friday will give your dancer a chance to showcase all they […]
Monday - Friday, Jul 14 - 18
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
McLean Community Center
1234 Ingleside Ave. McLean, VA 22101
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