Microsoft’s virtual summer camp lets kids explore the world from anywhere

Even if your kid has to stay home this summer, they can explore the world with Microsoft’s virtual summer camp.

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What you need to know

This summer, people may have to find new and creative ways to keep kids entertained and active. Microsoft has a series of events and workshops to help kids explore the world from anywhere. There are classes to learn how to code video games, virtual tours of famous museums, and events to explore landmarks and iconic regions online.

All of the events are part of what Microsoft calls avirtual summer camp. It’s a free series of events from the Microsoft Store that people can take part in from home or while they travel.

Microsoft has an entire summer’s worth of events but highlights a small group:

There are also Flipgrid events with designers, engineers, scientists, and more on the way, but Microsoft doesn’t list any specific events at this time.

You can browse theentire catalogue of workshops and digital eventsto see if there’s something your child is interested in.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.