Old Town School of Folk Music - Summer Arts Day Camp (Lincoln Square, Chicago) camp guide
Old Town School of Folk Music - Summer Arts Day Camp (Lincoln Square, Chicago)
Music, dance, theater and comedy, with outdoor play and a family showcase.
Full camp: ages 6–11; intensives vary
Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.
Ages & format
Main camp: ages 6–11, all experience levels, grouped by age. Separate four-day guitar/dance intensives: ages 7–13; drums: 7–12.
2026 informationLocation
4545 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago; nearby Welles Park for outdoor time.
2026 informationHours
Main camp 9am–3:30pm; paid care 8–9am and 3:30–4:30pm. Intensives 9am–1pm, without extended care.
2026 informationDates & session length
Three-week 2026 sessions: June 8–26, July 6–24, July 27–August 14. Entire session required. Separate intensives June 29–July 2.
2026 informationPrice
Three weeks: $1,075, or $990 members. Four-day intensive: $375, or $345 members. Extended care extra; installment payments and financial aid offered.
2026 informationMore practical details
Food & equipment
Bring nut-free lunch, water and sunscreen. Main-camp instruments provided; intensive equipment varies.
2026 informationCancellation policy
Refund deadline is described as both four weeks and one month before camp; confirm the exact cutoff. Extended-care fees nonrefundable.
2026 informationSources and last checked
Last checked 2026-09-23.
2026 reference details · 2027 details not yet verified · Published program requirements; see source years below
Questions to ask the camp
- 2027 dates/rates, care fees, friend requests and exact refund cutoff.