June 8 - July 31, 2026 (M-F) | 9 AM - 4 PM
Ages 5 - 13 (Kindergarten through 8th grade)
Registration Fee: $25 per student
*Child must be 5 years old by Friday, May 29th to enroll.
Registration and Payments can be completed at the King Arts Complex. Please contact (614) 645-0627 with any questions or concerns.
We invite your students to spend a summer full of creativity, fun, and inspiration at the King Arts Complex! The 2026 Summer Camp is where imagination comes alive and kids have endless opportunities to shine. Campers will explore the arts through hands on experiences in music, dance, theater, visual arts and more. With guidance from talented instructors and local artists, campers will dive into projects that celebrate the rich culture and history of their community.
But the excitement does not stop at the arts. This camp is also about building confidence, discovering new talents and forming lifelong friendships. As campers learn about history and culture, they gain a meaningful connection all while having an absolute blast during schedule field trips.
More than just a summer camp, this is a place where creativity blooms memories are made and every child leaves feeling inspired, empowered and ready to take on the world. Do not miss this unforgettable adventure!
Summer Arts Camp is an 8-week, all day program. Summer Academy runs throughout the Columbus City Schools summer recess.
The camp will run on a STEAM module (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) and will include:
Dance
Music
Coding
Visual Arts
Creative Writing
Photography
Scholarships
If this program is out of your price range, a scholarship opportunity may be available.
Our Youth Arts Education Program is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary initiative designed for children and teens during out-of-school hours. Named "Best Community Art Center" by Columbus Parent Magazine in consecutive years, the program includes an eight-week summer arts camp, and annual spring and winter arts academies.
Carefully tailored to the needs of students in first grade through eighth grade, and administered by local artists in partnership with our professional staff, our scientifically based arts education curriculum provides hands-on opportunities to explore dance, visual arts, theatre, music, and more.
The King Arts Complex offers professional quality performing arts opportunities for students studying dance, music, and theater. Students are encouraged to express themselves, emphasizing creativity and experimentation through age-appropriate projects, themes and skills. Performing opportunities include recitals, theater productions, and community performances.
Program support is provided by Cardinal Health Foundation, City Of Columbus, Encova, Franklin County Community Partnership, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and administered by the Franklin County Department of Job & Family Services, Honda Of America Foundation, Mid-Ohio Food Bank, The Thelma Clark Scholarship Fund, U.S. Bank, and United Way of Central Ohio.
