Alberta University of the Arts Summer Camps

Unlock Creativity at Alberta University of the Arts Summer Camps!

From inspiring joy to solving problems to improving mental health, nurturing our innate spark of creativity adds immense value to life. And it’s satisfying when you find the right environment to embrace that creativity! Summer camps for kids and teens at Alberta University of the Arts are just what you need. These camps offer a chance to try new activities, explore ideas, and learn hands-on techniques with experienced artists and designers who are passionate about creativity.

Located in Calgary, Alberta University of the Arts (AUArts) is one of only four art, craft and design universities in Canada. Formerly Alberta College of Art & Design, they are dedicated to innovative and emerging art, craft, and design programs for 100 years. It’s a vibrant community of thinkers, shapers, makers, and risk takers from around the world, and the only school of its type in Alberta.

For years, AUArt’s summer camps have inspired future artists. An early emphasis on creativity benefits kids in every way, engaging long-term cognitive functions, like concentration and creative thinking. Creativity promotes self-expression and refines motor skills. It helps build community and connection and lowers stress hormones while increasing endorphins and dopamine. Plus, your kids will love the hands-on activities and games while they hang out with new friends. You’ll love the complimentary before and after care. New for 2026 are add-on meal plans, making your life even easier!

Kids’ Camps (Ages 9 – 12)

Your child’s imagination will flourish at one of the AUArts theme-based art camps. Professional, fun-loving artists teach kids aged 9 to 12. Kids will love experimenting with a range of traditional or new art media and playing active games. Then they’ll see their art displayed at the Friday afternoon exhibitions!

Your child can dive into these camps and create their own unique art, based on how they see the world. Watch your child’s imagination grow as they learn to express themselves through art. Camps include Animate it!, Crazy for Cats, Draw Cartoons, Painting Party, and Enchanted Forest Fairies.

Camps run from 9 AM – 4 PM. The price includes complimentary before care beginning at 8:30 AM and after care ending at 5 PM. Supplies are included in fees, unless otherwise noted.

Teen Art & Design Camps (Ages 12 – 15)

It can be hard to find camps and courses to engage teens over the summer and help them pursue their passions. AUArts summer camps are ready to help spark your teen’s imagination! With talented creators who enjoy helping teens master new skills, teens can express themselves through a variety of media. Camps include Animation Studio, Ceramics Studio, Drawing Studio, Faces + Figures Studio, RE: Fashion Studio, Manga Studio, Painting Studio, and Photo Studio.

Students work in the same studios that support AUArts’ celebrated degree programs and gain exclusive access to the same resources as Alberta’s next generation of professional artists. Teen camps run from 10 AM – 4 PM, and supplies are included in fees unless otherwise noted.

Let your child or teen inspire you this summer, as they imagine, create, and connect with other artists. Register your child or teen for summer camp at Alberta University of the Arts.