Encore Stage & Studio

Summer Camp

2026 Summer Camp Registration Now Open!

It's Elementary

For kids aged 5-9 (best for rising 1st-4th), we’re excited to offer a summer of brand-new themes to captivate your students’ minds and activate their energetic creativity through a jam-packed week of movement, character creation, problem solving, and more! These camp programs will conclude with a final sharing on the last day of camp.

NEW! Our Summer On Stage is a two-week camp where our young actors will rehearse, produce, and perform a one-act musical!

June 15-18, 2026: Winter "In Summer" - South Arlington/Alexandria

Come experience a winter wonderland “In Summer”! Join Anna, Elsa, Olaf, and so many more as we skate into the magical world of Arendelle. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Fairlington Presbyterian Church | 3846 King St Alexandria, VA 22302

Fee: $360 Early Bird Registration, $395 After January 31

June 22-26, 2026: Minecraft Adventures

Step into a world where imagination is built one block at a time! In this adventure-filled camp, campers become builders, explorers, and storytellers, bringing the magic of Minecraft into real life. Each day, campers work together to design, create, and problem-solve through hands-on projects, dramatic play, and indoor/outdoor challenges. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

2026- IE Camp Squares (15)

June 22-26, 2026: Drama with Moana - South Arlington/Alexandria

This drama camp is inspired by Moana. Activities will include: song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling, and crafts. Our experienced teaching artists will guide your campers through themes of discovery, determination, and belonging. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Fairlington Presbyterian Church | 3846 King St Alexandria, VA 22302

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

June 29-July 2, 2026: Knights, Crowns, & Dragon Tales (No Camp July 3)

Campers step into a make-believe realm where crowns are crafted, castles are built, dragons are trained and original tales are told and performed. Each day mixes movement, puppet and prop-making, group story-building, and short ensemble performances so children practice imaginative play while building confidence, cooperation, and storytelling skills. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $360 Early Bird Registration, $395 After January 31

July 6-10, 2026: Broadway Kids Classics

Celebrate the magic of Broadway with Encore! Share your passion for the stage in this musical-filled week featuring Broadway and Disney classics. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

July 13-17, 2026: K-Pop Demon Hunters

Welcome to the dazzling world of K-POP Demon Hunters, where rhythm meets courage and every camper becomes both a star and a hero. Inspired by the vibrant energy of K-pop and the thrill of fantasy adventures, this camp invites children to train like idols, perform like superstars, and band together to protect their world from shadowy forces. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

July 20-31, 2026: Summer on Stage: 101 Dalmatians Kids - TWO WEEK PERFORMANCE CAMP

In this 2-week camp, campers will rehearse, produce, and perform a one-act musical! Get ready for a tail-wagging adventure! Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids, a delightful musical packed with puppy mischief, daring rescues, and nonstop fun! Join Pongo, Perdita, and their spot-tacular crew as they outsmart the villainous Cruella De Vil in a story bursting with heart and adventure.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $900 Early Bird Registration, $990 After January 31

July 20-24, 2026: Broadway Kids Disney

Celebrate the magic of Broadway with Encore! Share your passion for the stage in this musical-filled week featuring Disney favorites. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Barcroft Elementary School* | 625 S Wakefield St, Arlington, VA 22204

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

2026- IE Camp Squares (1)

July 27-31, 2026: K-Pop Demon Hunters

Welcome to the dazzling world of K-POP Demon Hunters, where rhythm meets courage and every camper becomes both a star and a hero. Inspired by the vibrant energy of K-pop and the thrill of fantasy adventures, this camp invites children to train like idols, perform like superstars, and band together to protect their world from shadowy forces. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Barcroft Elementary School* | 625 S Wakefield St, Arlington, VA 22204

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

August 3-7, 2026: Disney Legends

Campers step into the roles of fearless heroes and loyal friends as they battle challenges thrown their way! This week of legends celebrates courage, creativity, and friendship. Inspired by beloved stories like Moana, Frozen, Tangled, Brave, The Little Mermaid, Mulan, and The Princess and the Frog, campers will discover that every great adventure needs both a bold leader and a trusted ally. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Dorothy Hamm Middle School* | 4100 Vacation Lane Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

August 3-7, 2026: Knights, Crowns, & Dragon Tales - Alexandria

Campers step into a make-believe realm where crowns are crafted, castles are built, dragons are trained and original tales are told and performed. Each day mixes movement, puppet and prop-making, group story-building, and short ensemble performances so children practice imaginative play while building confidence, cooperation, and storytelling skills. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church | 1801 Russell Rd Alexandria, VA 22301

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

August 10-14, 2026: Fairytales: What Really Happened

And they lived happily ever after! But what happened first? Follow us through a series of favorite fairytale stories including Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk, and more! Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church | 3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

August 10-14, 2026: Beach Bash - South Arlington/Alexandria

We're making waves! Campers will enjoy the end of summer making friends, having fun and using their imagination. The camp will create one large Luau with singing, dancing, stories from the ocean, and more!

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Fairlington Presbyterian Church | 3846 King St Alexandria, VA 22302

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

August 17-21, 2026: Spy Kids

Welcome to a world of intrigue. Every day, you will receive an envelope and choose to accept the assignment. You may have to decode messages, solve a puzzle, complete an obstacle, or possibly go on a short mission. This camp calls for strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and creativity. No previous spying experience required. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church | 3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

2026- IE Camp Squares (4)

August 24-28, 2026: Time Travelers

Ready to blast into the past and fast-forward to the future? Young actors hop into our imaginary time machine to explore stories across the ages! From dino days to medieval quests to futuristic adventures, campers create characters, act out scenes, and build wild worlds through drama and creativity. With time-bending games, story-warping fun, and acting skills that never go out of style, this camp is the perfect place for kids to make every moment a starring moment! Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.

Time: 10am-4pm Extended hours available

Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church | 3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207

Fee: $450 Early Bird Registration, $495 After January 31

Locations

*The locations marked with an asterisk are those requested by Encore Stage & Studio. Arlington County will confirm camp locations in February 2026.

Dorothy Hamm Middle School*
4100 Vacation Ln, Arlington, VA 22207

Encore @ South Arlington/Alexandria
Fairlington Presbyterian Church

3846 King St Alexandria, VA 22302

Barcroft Elementary School*
625 S Wakefield St, Arlington, VA 22204

Cherrydale United Methodist Church
3701 Lorcom Ln. Arlington, VA 22207

Immanuel Lutheran Church
1801 Russell Rd Alexandria, VA 22301

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