Camps and Classes for Kids in Chicago, IL
City of Chicago
Grant Park, 78 E. Washington St., Chicago, IL 60602
Performing Arts
Free outdoor dance and movement lessons for all skill levels, followed by music and social dancing.
Goodman Theatre
170 N Dearborn Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Performing Arts
A free, seven-week pre-professional program for students aged 14-18, focusing on musical theater skills and culminating in a performance on the Goodman's stage.
Joffrey Ballet
10 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
Performing Arts
Non-auditioned summer camps and workshops for ages 3-18, offering classes in various dance styles. Auditioned summer intensives and adult programs also available.
Ovation Academy
Madison Street Theater, 1010 Madison St, Chicago, IL 60302
Performing Arts
One-week musical theater camp featuring a medley of kid-centered Broadway shows. Includes theater games, singing, dancing, and acting.
Porchlight Music Theatre
Holtschneider Performance Center at the DePaul School of Music, 496 Taylor Place, Chicago, IL 60614
Performing Arts
Camps offering skill-based classes in acting, dancing, and singing for actors aged 4-17, including Mini Musicals and Broadway Basics.
A&A Ballet Center for Dance
731 S. Plymouth Court, Chicago, IL 60605
Performing Arts
A versatile dance training course with classes in Ballet, Pointe, Men's, Partnering, Variations, Contemporary, Character, Body Conditioning, Repertoire and Choreography.
Joffrey Ballet Office of Community Engagement
Chicago Public Library, 400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60619
Performing Arts
Dance camp providing equitable access to arts learning and dance education. No previous dance experience required. Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays.
20 hours of dance instruction and seminars for dancers aged 7-18 with prior dance experience.
A warm, joyful, and supportive environment with improv, sketch comedy, music, and outdoor activities to jumpstart creativity and develop new skills.
Latin Street
600 W. Roosevelt Ste 2W., Chicago, IL 60607
Performing Arts
Group classes for Cuban-style salsa, Casino, and Rueda de Casino. Beginners to advanced dancers welcome.
Clinard Dance
Clinard Dance Studio, 1729 S. Halsted, Chicago, IL 60608
Performing Arts
Community dance classes.
Forward Momentum Chicago
Hamilton Park, 1530 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605
Performing Arts
Six-week dance intensive with city-wide performances and weekly field trips. Techniques in Ballet, Modern, Latin, Hip Hop, and African.
City of Chicago
Calumet Park, 301 E. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL 60616
Performing Arts
Free live music and dance instruction in various parks, including Calumet Park. Dance styles include Afrobeats, Cumbia, and more.
Learn ballet, jazz, tap, creative movement, and more in a fun-filled dance week. Ages 6-12.
Summer dance camps for ages 3-11, featuring ballet warm-ups and specific skills and routines based on the week's theme.
The Chicago High School for the Arts (ChiArts)
2714 West Augusta Boulevard, Chicago, IL 60622
Visual ArtsPerforming Arts
Explore artistic disciplines of Band, Creative Writing, Dance, Voice, Theatre, and Visual Arts in a joyful and nurturing environment.
Merry Music Makers
Edgewater Athletic Club, 3759 N Ravenswood Ave #119, Chicago, IL 60613
PoolPerforming Arts
Full-day camp combining musical exploration and aquatic activities. Includes swimming, music lessons, and outdoor activities.
Movement Revolution Dance Crew
Mayfair Arts Center, 8701 S Bennett Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
OutdoorsPerforming Arts
5-day camp focusing on Hip Hop dance techniques, including breaking, waving, tutting, and more. Includes yoga, meditation, and Hip Hop history. Ends with a Friday showcase.