In pictures: Arts Camp 2026
Celebrating the creativity, connection, and joyful moments that filled Interlochen this summer.
Every summer at Interlochen weaves a tapestry of lifelong memories. From the thunderous applause of opening night to the creative breakthrough during a quiet Sunday morning practice session, each moment at Arts Camp combines to spark lasting inspiration.
In June, thousands of students from around the world arrived between the lakes for our 99th season. From the first strains of “Sound the Call” to the baton crack at the conclusion of “Les Préludes,” these gifted young artists enjoyed hundreds of awe-inspiring moments: classes with incredible instructors and guest artists; concerts by world-class performers such as Emmylou Harris and St. Vincent; an electrifying production of “Collage;” a residency and side-by-side performance of Voice of Nature: The Anthropocene with renowned soprano Renée Fleming; and so much more.
Want an inside look at this once-in-a-lifetime experience? Here are a few of our favorite moments of Summer 2026.
Two Camp counselors prepare to welcome students to Intensives week.
High schoolers make friendship bracelets during Opening Weekend.
Interlochen President Trey Devey addresses the audience at First Gathering.
A saxophonist jams out in one of Interlochen’s many practice cabins.
A Drawing and Painting student works on a sketch outdoors.
A junior dancer makes a heart for the camera during a break in rehearsal.
An Interlochen Philharmonic violinist smiles while listening to the conductor.
A fashion student cuts material for a garment.
A high school musical theatre student smiles during a dance class.
Two Intermediate campers pose for a picture during the Fourth of July parade.
The Young Actors Workshop concludes its first session with a final presentation.
An Arts Camp creative writing instructor leads a session on writing for the stage.
An Intermediate animation student works on a project in the Animation Lab.
Dancers warm up with a group yoga session.
A junior guitarist participates in a classical guitar workshop.
A high school actor performs during the pre-“Collage” festivities on Osterlin Mall.
A high school painter creates a portrait of a dancer during “Collage.”
Campers utilize the new tunnel connecting the Duck and Green Lake campuses.
