2026 Summer Camps
Picture Book Preschool Camps,
Multi Arts Camps,
& Speciality Camps
Picture Book Preschool Camps
Ages 3-5
Camps run Monday-Friday:
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
Snack is provided.
$195 | $185 Members
$155 | $145 Short week (6/29-7/2)
Our preschool picture camp invites young creators to step right into the pages of their favorite stories! Through art-making, music, movement, and playful theater activities, campers will build early literacy skills while practicing sharing, listening, and working together. Led by Miss Patty, this joyful camp is full of creativity, laughter, and make-believe. Snack time and playground adventures are included!
Week 1: June 8 - June 12
Dinosaur vs. Bedtime
by Bob Shea
Week 2: June 15 - June 19
Head to Toe
by Eric Carle
Week 3: June 22 - June 26
Never Let a Unicorn Scribble
by Diane Alber
Week 4: June 29 - July 2
On the Fourth of July
by Maggie C. Rudd
Week 5: July 6 - July 10
Hooray for Fish
by Lucy Cousins
Week 6: July 13 - July 17
Life on Mars
by Jon Agee
Week 7: July 20 - July 24
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs
by Jon Sciezka
Week 8: July 27 - July 31
Bigger, Bigger
by Leslie Patricelli
Week 9: Aug 3 - Aug 7
The Most Magnificent Thing
by Ashley Spires
Week 10: Aug 10 - Aug 14
If You Take a Mouse to the Movies
by Laura Numeroff
Multi Arts Camps
Ages 4*-12
At Yocum Multi-Arts Camp, kids don’t just try activities — they create together. Our multi-arts camps invite campers to move, act, make art, create music, and explore big ideas through hands-on projects that stretch their imaginations and spark creativity. Each week centers on collaborative group projects, giving campers plenty of chances to share ideas, learn from one another, and bring imaginative worlds to life.
Led by experienced, enthusiastic teaching artists and supported by compassionate, caring camp counselors, our camps are a fun, welcoming place for kids to try new things, take creative risks, and express themselves with confidence. Snacks are included, and campers will enjoy visits from special guest artists throughout the summer.
Join us for a summer full of creativity, collaboration, and joy — at Yocum Multi-Arts Camp, every camper is a creator.
FULL DAY:
Monday-Friday (ages 5-12)
9:00 AM - 4:15 PM
Drop-off starts at 8:30 AM
Pick-up begins at 3:45PM
Pack a lunch.
$295 | $285 Members
AM HALF DAY:
Monday-Friday (ages 4*-12)
9:00 AM-12:30 PM
Drop-off starts at 8:30 AM
Pick-up begins at 12:15 PM
$195 | $185 Members
June 8th - June 12th: Dino World - Stomp, Build & Imagine
Stomp like a T-rex, soar like a pterodactyl, and tiptoe past the volcano! Campers create dinosaur art, explore big dino movement and sounds, and invent prehistoric stories set in their own dino-filled worlds.
June 15th to June 19th: Amazing Animals!
Roar, slither, stomp, and squawk! Campers become their favorite animals as they wiggle, prowl, and prance through art-making, movement games, sound play, and silly storytelling. Expect big imaginations, lots of laughter, and animals of every kind.
June 22nd to June 26th: Mythical Creatures & Magical Lands
Dragons! Unicorns! Friendly monsters! Campers dream up magical creatures, design fantasy worlds, and bring them to life through art, movement, and imaginative storytelling in this myth-filled adventure week.
June 29th to July 2nd*: Parade Week - A Summer Celebration
March, dance, and make some noise—it’s parade time! Campers work in small groups to design banners, costumes, music, movement, and playful characters, all inspired by the color, energy, and excitement of the Fourth of July. The week culminates in a joyful, all-camp parade full of creativity, teamwork, and summer spirit.
*Short week due to the holiday!
July 6th to July 10th: Ocean World
Swim into a world of sea creatures, waves, pirates, mermaids, and underwater surprises! Campers explore ocean-inspired art, movement, sound, and silly storytelling as they imagine life beneath the sea and create their own ocean adventures.
July 13th to July 17th: Blast Off! Space Adventures
3…2…1… BLAST OFF! Campers zoom into space to invent planets, aliens, and cosmic stories using art, movement, music, and theater. Expect galactic imagination, big discoveries, and out-of-this-world fun.
July 20th to July 24th: Swamp Stories - A Fairy Tale Mash-up
Once upon a time… things got weird (in the best way). Campers twist fairy tales into silly swamp stories, invent oddball characters, and act out humorous scenes through art, movement, and theater games—plus enjoy a special preview of the Broadway Jr. production of Shrek Jr.
July 27th - July 31st: Lego Legends!
Heroes, villains, kingdoms, and quests come to life—one brick at a time! Campers use LEGO creations to build legendary worlds and characters, then bring their epic stories to life through imaginative play, movement, and storytelling. This week celebrates collaboration, creativity, and the power of shared imagination.
August 3rd to August 7th: Crazy Contraptions & Curious Creations
What if a machine did something completely ridiculous? Campers dream up silly inventions, build wacky contraptions, and use art, movement, and storytelling to show how their creations “work.” Expect imagination, laughter, and joyful creative chaos!
August 10th to August 14th: Lights, Camera, Create! (Mini Movie Making Camp)
Lights on—camera rolling! Kids explore the magic of movie-making by collaborating with our friends at Blinck Studios. Campers act, film, design props, and tell stories together as they create short movies full of creativity, laughter, and teamwork.
Specialty & Performance Camps
Ages 8-15
Our specialty and performance camps give young artists the opportunity to learn about the theatrical process through hands-on experience. Campers build confidence, collaboration skills, and creative courage as they explore both performance and behind-the-scenes elements of theater.
Broadway Jr - Shrek Jr
July 6 - July 24, M-F 9am-4:30pm
Ages 8-15
$575 | $565 Members
Join Andrea Kennedy Hart, Kristina Dennis, Kathryn Kreska, and the rest of the Broadway Jr. team for an unforgettable theatrical experience! Campers will learn acting techniques, collaborate with fellow cast members, and create lasting memories—onstage and off.
This year’s production is Shrek JR., where young actors step into a world of fairy-tale characters and proudly let their freak flags fly. Based on the Oscar-winning film and hit Broadway musical, this joyful, big-hearted show celebrates individuality, acceptance, and finding your place in a big, bright, beautiful world. Join us—and let your freak flag fly! 🧅✨
The show dates/show times for Broadway Jr are as follows:
Friday, July 24th at 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 25th at 11:00 AM
Saturday, July 25th at 3:00 PM
Saturday, July 25th at 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 26th at 11:00 AM
Sunday, July 26th at 3:00 PM
Technical Theater Camp - Shrek Jr
5 opportunities available
June 22-26; June 29 - July 2; July 6-10; July 13-17; July 20-26 (includes performances)
M-F 9am-4:30pm *Extra hours in week 5
Ages 10-15
$115 | $105 Members (per week)
Unleash your inner backstage magic!
Join us for an immersive Technical Theater Camp where campers take the reins behind the scenes of our full-scale production of Shrek Jr! This hands-on experience is perfect for creative minds who love theater but prefer the spotlight off-stage.
Campers will explore:
- Set Design & Construction
- Lighting & Sound Tech
- Costume Design & Wardrobe Management
- Props Creation & Stage Management
- Backstage Etiquette & Show Flow
Campers will work alongside our design team to bring a far away swamp and the world of Fairy Tales to life—learning real-world tech skills while supporting a live performance by our performance camp cast!
No previous tech experience required—just creativity, collaboration, and a love for theater!
Final Production: Camp culminates in a fully staged performance of Shrek Jr, where our tech crew runs the show!
The show dates/show times for Broadway Jr are as follows:
Friday, July 24th at 7:00 PM
Saturday, July 25th at 11:00 AM
Saturday, July 25th at 3:00 PM
Saturday, July 25th at 7:00 PM
Sunday, July 26th at 11:00 AM
Sunday, July 26th at 3:00 PM
Parent Resources
**Online registration ends the Wednesday before the start of a new camp.
Please call 610-376-1576 after that time to check availability and to register.**
CANCELLATION POLICY: Upfront $25 cancellation fee. Withdrawal from camp 10 days before start: full refund, 5 to 9 days: 50% refund, 2 to 4 days: 25% refund, after that no refund will be issued.
In the case of an extreme emergency, please contact us. Although camp is non-refundable, if we are able to accommodate it, we may be able to transfer your child to another camps this season.
Subway Order Form (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Summer Camp FAQs
DOES “4 - 12 YEARS OLD” MEAN THAT MY 10 YEAR OLD WILL BE WITH 4 YEAR OLDS?
In short: Nope. Each week we look at the enrollment and divide everyone into smaller developmentally age-appropriate groups. We do our best to cap groups at 12 participants which allows for individualized attention. Groups travel with their aide to studio spaces to experience each art form.
WHAT TIME DOES CAMP START?
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Multi Arts: Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM, camp activities begin at 9:00 AM.
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Picturebook Preschool: Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM for 9:00 start time.
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Specialty Camps: Drop-off and Pick-up differs between programs. Please check each for specifics.
IS CARE AVAILABLE BEFORE and/or AFTER CAMPS?
Please contact us directly. There is no official before or after care, but we are often able to work with you to support your need.
WHAT IS A “TEACHING ARTIST?”
The term “teaching artist” can be quite broad. At the Yocum Institute for Arts Education, we use the definition that many states use in the context of education: “A teaching artist (artist–educator) is a practicing professional artist with the complementary skills and sensibilities of an educator, who engages people in learning experiences in, through, and about the arts.” We choose our teachers and aides carefully based not only on their resume, but their ability to work with children and classroom management skills. We also typically have them lead a sample class prior to hiring.
WHAT IF MY PLANS CHANGE OR MY CHILD GETS SICK?
CANCELLATION POLICY: Upfront $25 cancellation fee. Withdrawal from camp 10 days before start: full refund, 5 to 9 days: 50% refund, 2 to 4 days: 25% refund, after that no refund will be issued. In the case of an extreme emergency, please contact us. Although camp is non-refundable, if we are able to accommodate it, we may be able to transfer your child to another camps this season.
WHAT IF MY PLANS CHANGE OR MY CHILD GETS SICK?
We believe in creating a space that allows all children to succeed. Directors and staff will work with you to make sure all special needs of campers are met throughout the week, whether they be monitoring the snacks or monitoring behavior. Please keep in mind, that if a child’s behavior is disruptive to the detriment of a group’s positive experience, we will discuss with you what alternatives are available for your child. In the extreme event that a faculty, staff, or camper is physically threatened by your child’s behavior, the camper will be asked to leave without refund.
DO YOU OFFER DISCOUNTS OR SCHOLARSHIPS?
Partial Scholarships are available to families in need. You must submit a scholarship application (available on the Yocum Institute website) noting which camps you are most interested in.
IS MY 3 yr OLD REALLY READY FOR CAMP?
We believe that young children greatly benefit from our Picture Book Preschool camps and have positive learning experiences. However, we recognize that each child is different and we are flexible and patient with our youngest campers. We demonstrate this by providing a structure specifically based on age-appropriate practices. While the 4 – 12 Multi-Arts Campers travel throughout the building to different spaces and instructors, the 3 – 4 year old campers instructors travel to them to provide comfort, safety, and stability. And no, they don’t have to be potty trained!