Theater for kids in Whatcom County happens at Bellingham Arts Academy for Youth, image shows happy kids doing creative classes and summer camps for youth
Summer camp for children in Whatcom County, photo shows art camp and drama camp, a summer outdoor camp in Bellingham
Outdoor arts camp for kids in Bellingham, photo shows children doing tie dye projects at a summer camp for Whatcom County youth dance camp drama camp theater camp

Summer Camps 2026

Students must turn the minimum age for their selected camp by the last day of the program. Age exceptions may be made upon request in some cases. To request an age exception for the summer session, please email kaleb@baay.org.

Ages 4-5

Dance and Play Together 7/13 - 7/17
Storybook Theatre 7/20 - 7/31

Ages 6-8

Ages 9-11

Camp LarraBAAY 1 6/29 - 7/11
Costume Creations 6/29 - 7/3
Improv Comedy 1 7/13 - 7/24
Singer Showcase 6/22 - 6/26
Sketch Comedy 1 7/13 - 7/24

Ages 12-14

Camp LarraBAAY 2 7/13 - 7/25
Improv Comedy 2 6/29 - 7/10
Singer Showcase 6/22 - 6/26
Sketch Comedy 2 6/29 - 7/10

Ages 15-17*

*18 if recent high school grad

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance is available to families in need. Please visit our Financial Aid page for more information payment plans, barter options, multi-course discounts, and tuition waivers.

Policies and Protocols

See our Policies page for our current information about BAAY program cancellation, code of conduct, teaching philosophy, and more.

FAQ

How does casting work?

All students will receive a part in BAAY productions and no one is cut after auditions. Our team does their best to make sure all kids have an opportunity to shine in a role in which they can feel both supported and challenged.

What if I prefer to not pay online?

Complete the online registration form for your chosen program and select “pay later” at checkout. This will reserve your child a spot in the course. Tuition checks (made out to “BAAY”) can be dropped in the payment box outside our office or mailed to: 1059 N State St Bellingham, WA 98225.

Please email us with any questions or to discuss alternative payment options.

What if I need financial assistance or a payment plan?

Everyone belongs at BAAY! It has been our practice, since BAAY’s inception in 2006, to ensure that our programs are available to all kids, regardless of their socioeconomic circumstances. No child has ever been turned away from participating because of their family’s inability to pay tuition.

Visit our Financial Aid page, or contact us directly to ask about tuition support or payment plans.