Camp · Theater/Music · Ages 8–18 · $2,050/week
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▌ Theater/Music · Ages 8–18

Interlochen Arts Camp

Interlochen · $2,050/week

A renowned summer arts camp offering programs in music, theater, dance, visual arts, creative writing, and film.

▌ Editor's read The Interlochen Arts Camp website loads as a legitimate and comprehensive camp site, detailing a wide array of arts programs for students in grades 3-12. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) until 2025, indicating adherence to industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp was founded in 1928 by Joseph E. Maddy, making it 97 years old, and operates as a nonprofit organization. The website explicitly states that all staff undergo background checks. Programs are offered in both day and overnight formats, making it a hybrid program type. Google reviews for 'Interlochen Arts Camp' show a strong rating of 4.8 stars based on over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the quality of instruction and the transformative experience. Social media handles are active, with @interlochenarts on Instagram and 'interlochenarts' on Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 192997+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–18

Interlochen Arts Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. theater/music 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1929 (97 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Theater/Music
  • Ages: 8–18
  • Address: 4000 M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643
  • Phone: 231-276-7472
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $2,050 per week

9 sessions (1 one-week, 8 multi-week blocks), from Jun 20 to Aug 9.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 - One-Week Intensives Jun 20 – 26, 2026 · 1 week
  • Session 1 - Two-Week Art Camps Jun 28 – Jul 11, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • Session 1 - Three-Week Art Camps Jun 28 – Jul 18, 2026 · 3 weeks
  • Session 1 - Four-Week Art Camps Jun 28 – Jul 24, 2026 · 4 weeks
  • Session 1 - Six-Week Art Camps Jun 28 – Aug 9, 2026 · 7 weeks
  • Session 2 - Two-Week Art Camps Jul 12 – 25, 2026 · 2 weeks
  • Session 2 - Four-Week Art Camps Jul 12 – Aug 8, 2026 · 4 weeks
  • Session 2 - Three-Week Art Camps Jul 19 – Aug 9, 2026 · 4 weeks
  • Session 3 - Two-Week Art Camps Jul 26 – Aug 8, 2026 · 2 weeks

↗ What parents like

  • World-renowned arts education
  • Diverse artistic disciplines

↘ Watch for

  • Audition or portfolio required
  • High tuition costs

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Interlochen Arts Camp

What ages does Interlochen Arts Camp accept?
Interlochen Arts Camp is open to children ages 8–18. 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 Interlochen Arts Camp cost?
Interlochen Arts Camp publishes $2,050/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Is Interlochen Arts Camp accredited?
Yes — Interlochen Arts Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 97 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Interlochen Arts Camp?
Interlochen Arts Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 97 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Interlochen Arts Camp provide lunch?
Yes — Interlochen Arts Camp includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Interlochen Arts Camp offer extended care?
Yes — Interlochen Arts Camp offers extended care alongside the main program day. Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does Interlochen Arts Camp compare to other theater/music camps in Interlochen?
Interlochen Arts Camp is one of 19 theater/music camps in Interlochen 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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