Adult summer camp festival to Return to Maryland this May

Adult summer camp Showcation turns camp nostalgia into a competitive, music-filled weekend where grown-ups team up to win it all.

A summer camp for grown-ups might sound like a throwback, but Showcation embraces it all the way in, blending nostalgia with a high-energy festival atmosphere. Set at Camp Ramblewood, about three hours from New York City, the three-day event mixes music, games and social competition into one packed weekend designed for adults only.

From the moment attendees arrive, the tone shifts from casual getaway to full-scale competition. Each participant is assigned to one of four teams: Fluffernutter, Laserface, Ramblesquawk, or Snugglebug. The team structure anchors the entire weekend, encouraging strangers to quickly bond and compete together.

Activities range from classic camp staples like dodgeball, kickball, and canoeing to more unexpected additions, including rounds of Mario Kart. Each event contributes to an overall score, building toward a playoff-style championship that blends athletic contests with unconventional, game-inspired challenges.

Music is also a focal point alongside the competition, giving attendees a steady lineup of performances between events. Artists including Baauer, Chanpan, and Boys Go To Jupiter bring a mix of EDM and live sounds to the stage. Beatbox House, known for appearances on America’s Got Talent, adds a live vocal performance element that expands the entertainment beyond traditional DJ sets.

Beyond the stage, Showcation leans heavily into themed social events. A pool party inspired by Wet Hot American Summer offers a playful nod to camp culture, while a three-story house party keeps energy levels high late into the night. A barn venue hosts comedy programming featuring performers from New York City, including Charlene Kaye.

Rather than positioning attendees as spectators, Showcation emphasizes active participation and connection. Organizers frame the event as an alternative to large-scale festivals, focusing on interaction, competition and a more immersive, community-driven experience that keeps guests engaged from start to finish.

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Ashley Palya

I’ve been writing, covering events, and doing interviews with Exron for nearly four years, but have been an EDM-lover for over a decade. The music community and industry has a special place in my heart and I love exploring the depths. EDC Las Vegas is my favorite festival and this year will be my sixth time attending. Some other recent festivals I’ve been are Ultra, Elements, Lost Lands, Electric Forest, and Arc. I’ve been getting more into experimental bass, but techno and house will always have my heart. <3

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