Camp · Arts · Ages 9–17
▌ Arts · Ages 9–17

Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps

Calgary

Art and design camps for youth and teens, offering various creative workshops and skill development.

▌ Editor's read The Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) website confirms that they offer summer camps for youth (ages 9-17) and adults, with both in-person and online options available. The camps cover a broad spectrum of art disciplines including drawing, painting, sculpture, digital art, and more, utilizing the university's studios and equipment. The 'About' section on the AUArts website indicates a long history of art education, though specific years of operation for the summer camp program are not explicitly stated. Social media links for @auartscamps on Instagram and AUArtsCamps on Facebook are present on the camp's webpage, showcasing past camp activities and student work. The program is clearly run by the university, making its owner type 'university'. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the provided camp pages.
University programRun by an academic institution

Who thrives here Ages 9–17

Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. arts programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 9–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 1407 14 Ave NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4R3, Canada
  • Phone: (403) 284-7600
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: indoor

Frequently asked about Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps

What ages does Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps accept?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps is open to children ages 9–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps cost?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps's hours?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps provide lunch?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps compare to other arts camps in Calgary?
Alberta University of the Arts – Summer Camps is one of 9 arts camps in Calgary that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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