Discover the Best Kids Performing & Creative Arts Summer Camps in Europe
Discover the best performing & creative arts summer camps in Europe for kids, hand-picked from our directory of accredited providers.
Join us for a vibrant two-week residential drama summer school in Surrey, England, for young people passionate about acting and theatre-making.
Set in beautiful Lugano, the TASIS Summer Programs in Switzerland offer intensive academic courses, an unparalleled performing arts program, thrilling outdoor adventures, advanced sports training, and exciting cultural excursions to students ranging in age from 4–17.
Unleash your creativity, build your brand, and fuel your entrepreneurial spirit on the French Riviera
A transformative two-week immersion combining Prof. Jo Boaler’s Mindset Mathematics with creative arts, led by PhD mathematician and BBC presenter Dr. Sara Santos. This is a 10 day journey into doing mathematics creatively, visually, collaboratively through investigations that have multiple entry points (low-floor) and can be extended to the level of curiosity, skill and interest of the participants (high-ceiling).
Residential Film & Acting experience brings young creatives together to work on a scripted film with industry professionals. The project is shot for cinema and later screened to a public audience at the Imaginarium Film Festival
A fun, English‑immersive creative retreat for 8–13‑year‑olds full of art, drama and music workshops in the stunning Swiss Alps.
Since its founding in 2003, the festival's mission has been to promote outstanding artistic achievements in classical music, bringing together master musicians and the next generation of talent.
The friLeadership Camp by friLingue takes place in the alpine village of Braunwald in the Swiss Alps, offering an immersive and challenging experience for young participants in an international environment where activities are conducted in English. Students develop leadership, teamwork and entrepreneurial skills through interactive modules such as Shark Tank-style pitch challenges, Unconference sessions, talent shows and group decision-making activities designed to build confidence, communication and creativity.
A dynamic summer academy in Berlin where young string players train with top mentors, perform in world-class venues, and grow through solo, chamber, and orchestral experiences.
Unleash creativity and horsemanship in Tuscany: Master English, art, and equestrian skills in an immersive summer adventure!
Reina Sofía Higher School of Music's exclusive Music Summer Programs transform young talents into classical music professionals through personalised training and intensive workshops, located in the heart of Madrid.
The Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz's Summer Camp offers a unique blend of drama, filmmaking, and language courses, providing an enriching experience for 10-16 year-olds amidst the breathtaking Swiss Alps.
A prestigious and immersive summer experience for young creatives, providing specialized instruction in fashion design, fine arts, and performing arts.
Our summer programmes offer bright, ambitious students aged from 11-16 a taste of Sevenoaks through inspiring academic, music and English courses.
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| Course | Provider | Subject/Type | Destination | Duration | Fees | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Drama Summer School for ages 13-17 | Guildhall School of Music and Drama | South England | 2 weeks | £3,295 / 2 weeks | View | |
| TASIS Summer Programs | TASIS The American School in Switzerland | Arts, Dance & Drama, Music, English Language, French, Sports | Switzerland | 3 weeks | CHF 3500 - CHF 10,100 | View |
| SILC Creative & Entrepreneurial Summer Camp | SILC Academy | Arts, Business, Photography, Film Making, Music | France | 2 weeks | EUR 6,700 all inclusive | View |
| ArteMatika Summer Course | IngoC | Maths, Arts, STEM, Study Skills, Psychology, Science | Portugal | 2 weeks | €445 (morning only) / €698 (all-day) for 2 weeks, lunch menu available for an additional fee | View |
| Venice Film & Acting Camp | Imaginarium Film Academy | Film Making, Dance & Drama, Arts | Italy | 2 weeks | £4800 / 2 weeks | View |
| Creative camp | Frilingue | Arts, Music, Dance & Drama, English Language, Design, Sports | Switzerland | 1-2 weeks | 900CHF - 2600CHF | View |
| Orfeo Music Festival | Orfeo Music Festival | Music | Italy | 10 days | From $2,850 | View |
| Braunwald friLeadership Camp | Frilingue | English Language, French, German, Sports, Leadership | Switzerland | 1 - 2 weeks | From CHF 1100 to CHF 2900 | View |
| Fiestravaganza International Music Academy (FIMA 2026) | FIMA | Music, Careers, Arts, Leadership | Germany, Berlin | 12 days | 1,999-2,599 (Accommodation Included) | View |
| Horse Riding and English and Art | Centro Ippico Della Berardenga | English Language, Equestrian, Arts | Italy | 1 week | 750 euros | View |
| Summer Music Programs in Madrid with Reina Sofia Higher School of Music | Reina Sofia Higher School of Music Summer Programs | Music, Arts, History, Spanish | Spain | 1 to 4 weeks | €2,225 | View |
| Drama, film making, and languages in a first class international school with Lyceum Alpinum Zuoz | Lyceum Alpinum | Dance & Drama, Film Making, English Language, German, French | Switzerland | 2 Weeks | CHF 5,200 / 2 weeks | View |
| Fashion, fine and performing arts boarding school camp with Institut auf dem Rosenberg | The Rosenberg Camps | Arts, Fashion, Dance & Drama, German, English Language | Switzerland | 2 Weeks | 7,350 CHF per 2 week session | View |
| Sevenoaks School Summer Programmes | Sevenoaks School | English Language, Music, Study Skills, Leadership, Arts, Exam Prep | South England | 2 - 4 weeks | £4,650 - £5,940 | View |
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