Arts Camp 2026
AGES: 4 years through entering 6th grade
DATES: August 3-6
TIME: 9am - 12pm
COST: None! Arts Camp is totally free!
Arts Camp Registration
Register for Arts Camp 2026!
CLASS CHOICES FOR KIDS ENTERING 1ST THROUGH 6TH GRADE
ART EXPLORER: Stamping, painting and clay to name a few! Like to do lots of kinds of things? Then ART EXPLORER is for you! Your art will be on display at the Art Show. Grade 1.
RECYCLED ART: What can you create out of a toilet paper tube or a water bottle? Fun projects await you! Your art will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 1-2.
HIP-HOP DANCE (younger class): Learn hip-hop moves and a routine. Show off what you learned at the Art Show. Grades 1-2.
PUPPETRY: Bring a story alive through the use of puppets large and small! Work with your group to collectively entertain others. Children will also exercise their creativity by making puppets in different mediums. Grades 1-2.
STEAM: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. A fun class to combine all 5 of those things! Projects on display at the Art Show! Grades 1-2.
FOOD ART: Make it and eat it! You will be creating tasty treats! Your favorites will be on display at the Art Show! Grades 1-2.
VISUAL ART (younger class): We are going to have fun exploring different ways to draw and paint that other artists have tried. Learn to shade to bring shapes to life and color to make them pop. Your art will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 2-3.
4 KEEPS: Create something you will want to keep forever OR share with someone you love. Decoupage, button art and stepping stones. Grades 3rd-4th.
FOOD ART: Create it and eat it! Your favorites will be in the Art Show. Grades 3rd-6th.
WOODWORK: Learn the basics of constructing things from wood. Create several projects to take home & display at the Art Show. Grades 2nd-6th.
HIP-HOP DANCE (older class): Learn hip-hop moves and a routine. Show off what you learned at the Art Show. Grades 3rd-6th.
JEWELRY: Explore different materials and learn basic jewelry making skills. Jewelry will be on display in the Art Show. Grades 3rd-6th.
STOMP: Using things like garbage cans, buckets and brooms we will put together some awesome music to perform at the Art Show. Grades 3rd-6th.
KNOTTY KNOTS: Learn to make the coolest embroidery floss bracelets to keep for yourself or share with a friend. Lots of styles to choose from, learn a new one at Arts Camp! Grades 3rd-6th.
MUSICAL THEATRE: Musical Theatre brings together multiple art forms: singing, dancing and building/creating! Join us as we put on a (scene from Godspell (deferent from last year)! No experience necessary! Anyone can be a musical star when they give their gifts to God! Perform at the Art Show. Grades 3rd-6th.
VISUAL ART (older class): We are going to have fun exploring different ways to draw and paint that other artists have tried. Learn to shade to bring shapes to life and color to make them pop. Your art will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 4th-6th.
PHOTOGRAPHY: Learn to take amazing photographs! We’ll go over some composition basics (rule of thirds, filling the frame, negative space) and touch on simple lighting. Learn to look for God’s handiwork in people and in nature. Kids will need a phone with a camera for class. We will be walking around Appleton to capture some pictures. Your favorites will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 4th-6th.
SEWING: Learn the basics of sewing and then create your own “one of a kind” creation. This year's project is a cool patchwork book or beach bag! It will be on display in the Art Show. Grades 4th-6th.
CAKE DECORATING (FONDANT): Learn the basics of cake design, including decorating with both buttercream and fondant. Also, one day of cookie decorating! Your cakes will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 4th-6th.
CAKE DECORATING (BUTTERCREAM): Learn the basics of cake, cookie, and cupcake design, including piping buttercream. Also, one day of cookie decorating!Your cakes will be on display at the Art Show. Grades 4th-6th.
NATURE ART: Using God’s amazing creation, we will make things out of sticks, cones and the things we find in nature. Pine cone flowers and planting are some of the fun things we will do! Grades 4th-6th.
UKULELE: Let’s bring a bit of Hawaii to Appleton, WI! Learn to play a ukulele. Don’t own one? No worries! Heid Music is graciously lending to those who need one. Aloha, we will be performing a song or two for the Art Show/Celebration.Grades 4th-6th.
MULTI-MEDIA COLLAGE JOURNALS: Create using various art forms, weaving, fabric, painted tape, printing and more. Grades 4th-6th.
4K/KINDERGARTEN
Pee Wee Arts Camp!
Our littlest campers will get to try a sampling of many kinds of art!
ARTS CAMP FAQS
Arts Camp 2026 FAQs
NEW THIS YEAR! Where is Arts Camp held?
Arts Camp takes place at the Fox Cities Exposition Center at 355 W Lawrence St, Appleton.
NEW THIS YEAR! Where and when is the Art Show?
Arts Camp will celebrate the week with an art show on Thursday, August 6th starting at 6PM (program begins at 6:30PM). This will be held at the Expo Center. We anticipate that most campers will attend to proudly display their creations for their friends and families! If you are unable to attend, please mark it on the registration so we can make accommodations for the performances and/or their artwork.
NEW THIS YEAR! What food will be provided?
We will have snacks and water for campers. Unlike previous years, we will not be giving sack lunches. The AASD offers lunches to families in district through the summer. Also, the Salvation Army has a served lunch available daily from 11:30-12:30.
How does check-in work?
For those registered, early packet pick-up will be on Sunday, August 2nd from 12-4PM at the Mission Church, 2720 N Kesting Ct, Appleton. Otherwise, packet pick-up begins at 8:30AM on Monday morning of camp at the Expo Center.
What is the typical schedule each day?
All campers begin with time to work on their art with their class at 9AM. Then there is large group time which includes worship, Bible teaching, and a featured artist of the day. They then return to their classrooms for more art work. There is also an active game time, snack, and ending large group worship. Each day ends at 12PM.
My child will be absent for more than one class, can they still attend?
Many projects build upon each other each day, producing a final work/performance. If you know you will be gone for more than one class, please contact us at [email protected]. We will help get your child to a class that will work for them.
What if the class my child wants is full?
When we have cancellations or changes, the opening becomes available on the registration page. You can check there periodically for any new openings. Or, you can also email us at [email protected] to be put on a waitlist for your desired class.
What age group is my child in?
Register your child using the grade they are entering in Fall 2026.
My child has specific needs, how can I communicate to the leaders about that?
There is a space to share this on the registration. If your child requires one on one assistance, we do ask that you coordinate an aide to be with them throughout the week. If you’d like to talk with someone further, contact Jody at [email protected].
When does registration end?
Advanced registration closes end of day July 19th.
Do you have walk-in registrations?
Yes! Plan to arrive by 8:45am to get registered on time before camp starts. Walk-ins will go to the classes that have current openings.
What if registration has closed and my child wants to switch their class?
We are happy to help get your child to a new class. Plan to arrive early on Monday morning of camp and head to the walk in registration table to get set up in a new class.
What foods are offered and what should I do if my child has allergies?
Note any allergies in the applicable section on the registration form. Because we depend on donations for snacks, we cannot guarantee allergy-free options for your child. We ask that you plan to pack a snack for your child each day. If you have any questions, please contact Jody
at [email protected].
What about other details pertaining to my child’s group?
One week prior, campers will receive an email that will include information about pick up, drop off, things to bring or wear, as well as other details about the week.
Do you need volunteers?
YES! We always need extra hands for a variety of tasks (no art skills required). If interested, contact Jody at [email protected]. Or click here to start your volunteer application.
Are there any other ways that I can help Arts Camp?
YES! Donations and volunteers are what make Arts Camp run. Financial donations can be given here: https://onechurch.page.link/af39. Scroll down to “Arts Camp.” Later in the summer, we will post Walmart and Amazon wishlists. Stay tuned!
Other questions?
Contact Janelle or Amy for registration questions at [email protected]. Contact Jody for all other questions at [email protected].