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▌ Arts · Ages 8–16

Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts

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Camp Ballibay is an overnight summer camp in Pennsylvania offering immersive programs in fine and performing arts for children aged 6-17.

▌ Editor's read Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts is an overnight camp located in Wyalusing, PA, established in 1964 by Gerard J. Jannone, making it 59 years old. The camp's website (campballibay.com) loads successfully and provides extensive information about its programs, facilities, and philosophy. It offers a diverse range of arts disciplines, including acting, dance, music, visual arts, and circus arts, catering to campers aged 6-17. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and that a registered nurse is on duty 24/7. While the camp is not listed in the ACA directory, it has a strong online presence with a 4.9-star rating from 100 Google reviews, with many reviewers praising the supportive environment and quality of arts instruction. The camp is a for-profit entity and actively maintains social media accounts on Instagram (@campballibay) and Facebook (campballibay).
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Who thrives here Ages 8–16

Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1967 (59 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Arts
  • Ages: 8–16
  • Hours: Full-time residency
  • Address: 1660 Ballibay Rd, Wyalusing, PA 18853, USA
  • Cost notes: 4-week session is $7,950. 3-week session is $6,750. 2-week sessions are $4,550.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts

What ages does Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts accept?
Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts is open to children ages 8–16. 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 Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts cost?
Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts publishes $1,988/week for the standard session. 4-week session is $7,950. 3-week session is $6,750. 2-week sessions are $4,550. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts's hours?
Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts runs Full-time residency. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts?
Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts is operated by a private business, with 59 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 Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts provide lunch?
Camp Ballibay for the Fine and Performing Arts 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.

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