Camp · Arts · Ages 5–12 · $550/week
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▌ Arts · Ages 5–12

Big and Little Camp

Bucktown · $550/week

Big and Little Camp offers day camps in Chicago focusing on arts, crafts, and creative play for children aged 3-12.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads to a booking page for 'Big and Little Camp' in Chicago, offering day camps for children aged 3-12. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. The website, hosted on getoccasion.com, lists various themed weeks like 'Enchanted Forest' and 'Superheroes,' with activities including arts, crafts, and creative play. There is no information available regarding state licensing, founder's name, years of operation, or staff-to-camper ratios. The site does not mention background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Big and Little Camp Chicago' are limited and do not provide a clear rating or significant number of reviews. Social media handles were not found directly linked from the booking page. The program type is clearly day camp, but the owner type remains unknown due to the lack of an 'About Us' section or organizational details.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Big and Little Camp fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given arts program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
  • Address: 1911 N. Milwaukee, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
  • Cost notes: Aug 4-8- July 27th to July 31st

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Big and Little Camp

What ages does Big and Little Camp accept?
Big and Little Camp is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Big and Little Camp cost?
Big and Little Camp publishes $550/week for the standard session. That sits 22% above the $450 median for arts camps in Chicago — typical for specialty programs with smaller groups or premium facilities. Aug 4-8- July 27th to July 31st Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Big and Little Camp's hours?
Big and Little Camp runs 9:00am-4:00pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Does Big and Little Camp provide lunch?
Big and Little Camp 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 Big and Little Camp compare to other arts camps in Chicago?
Big and Little Camp is one of 14 arts camps in Chicago 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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