C.A.K.E. Summer Camp
Creative Arts at Keene
Summer Camp
What is C.A.K.E.?
Children in grades 3rd – 12th are invited to join MoCo Arts for Creative Arts at Keene (C.A.K.E.). An award-winning multi-arts summer day camp that provides children and teens with the skills they need to build confidence while making friends and exploring their creativity. For over 25 years, MoCo has taken summer fun to the next level with its popular Creative Arts at Keene, a.k.a. C.A.K.E. camp.
C.A.K.E. will run in-person for four weeks, from July 6-31, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Monday – Friday. Students can register for one, two, three, or all four weeks of C.A.K.E. camp during July (students must participate in Week 1, 2, or 3 to enroll in Week 4).
Named an outstanding summer arts program by the National Endowment for the Arts, C.A.K.E. draws students from the Monadnock Region and beyond – families are planning vacations that include C.A.K.E. (and CupCAKE!) as part of their special experience visiting the area.
One of the many things that make this camp unique is that it empowers campers to create their own experience. C.A.K.E. provides kids and teens with a unique opportunity to delve into the arts in highly personalized ways. Campers choose classes in performing or visual arts, and select from a wide range of offerings, creating their own unique full or half-day morning or afternoon schedule. From creative writing and film to chainmail jewelry design and cooking classes to creative tabletop games like Dungeons and Dragons, MoCo Arts goes beyond the average camp experience, creating opportunities for students to build skills and friendships they will take with them throughout their lives.
In addition to self-directed schedules tailored to campers’ interests, C.A.K.E. students get to showcase projects they have been working on in MoCo’s black box theatre. Whether it be a new dance, a podcast they produced, a song they recently learned, a painting they would love to show, or a piece of writing they want to read, students demonstrate whatever they choose during The C.A.K.E. Mixes.
The fourth week of C.A.K.E. is Festival, an exciting time for campers filled with musicals, art exhibits, one-act plays, dance performances, and more. This is a week-long celebration of everything the campers created throughout the summer. Classes will have opportunities in performances or galas to show off their hard work and the fun they’ve created throughout camp.
Camp registration is open now! Registration paperwork, class schedule, class descriptions, and the welcome packet for C.A.K.E. 2026 is available below.
Don’t forget to choose your camp classes! Classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait to register. Some classes have a limited number of campers allowed to register.
Campers must register for week 1, 2, or 3 of camp to attend Week 4: Festival Week. For questions, please call (603) 357-2100 or email info@moco.org.
Paperwork can be dropped off or mailed to MoCo Arts, 40 Roxbury Street, Keene, NH, or emailed to info@moco.org. For questions, please call (603) 357-2100.
What is the Marty Hennum Camp Spirit Award?
The Marty Hennum Camp Spirit Award is presented to a camper who embodies the heart and soul of the C.A.K.E. camp community. Named in honor of our founding camp director, this award honors a young person who leads with kindness, supports others, and fully participates in multiple disciplines. Awarded at the end of camp each year and chosen by the entire staff, this recognizes a camper who has demonstrated great character, attitude, and commitment to C.A.K.E. This camper is a friend to all and exemplifies what it means to transform lives through creative expression. The award is a full year’s campership to C.A.K.E. the following year.
Camp Dates
Monday through Friday, July 6 – July 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with aftercare available until 5 p.m. There is no aftercare on Fridays.
Campers must register for week 1, 2, or 3 of camp to attend Week 4: Festival Week.
Dates:
Week 1: July 6-10
Week 2: July 13-17
Week 3: July 20-24
Week 4: July 27-31, Festival Week
How much does C.A.K.E. cost?
Register before May 1 for an early bird discount! All four weeks of camp for $890. Campers must register for week 1, 2, or 3 of camp to attend Week 4: Festival Week.
$990/4 weeks
$255/week (Full days)
$135/week (Half days)
$20/ day for aftercare
$25 deposit is required for each registered week of camp.
Tuition assistance is available!
A 5% sibling discount is offered for parents who register multiple campers. Discounts cannot be combined with early bird registration.
MoCo offers easy payment plans for all camps.
Class Schedule
Each camper at C.A.K.E. creates their own unique class schedule. Classes are available in dance, theatre, art, creative writing, music, tech theatre and much more.
You must fill out a class schedule for each individual camper. The schedule is subject to change based on enrollment. Campers will be sent their approved schedule before the first day of camp.
Classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so don’t wait to register. Some classes have a limited number of campers allowed to register.
Registration forms and class schedules must be returned to MoCo Arts 40 Roxbury Street, Keene, NH 03431, or info@moco.org no later than June 29.
Auditions
Musical Theatre Sr: Once Upon A Matress: Youth Edition
When: Wednesday, July 1, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM
Where: MoCo Arts Founder’s Theater
Details: Everyone who auditions will be cast in the show. Some audition materials will be ready before the start of camp; all campers enrolled in Musical Theatre will be notified when these materials are ready to be picked up. Please see our Class Descriptions for more details.
One Act Sr: When Bad Things Happen to Good Actors
When: Tuesday, June 30, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM
Where: MoCo Arts Founder’s Theater
Details: Everyone who auditions will be cast in the show. Auditions will consist of reading sides from the script and improvisational activities. Please see our Class Descriptions for more details.
Musical Theatre Sr: Stuck In A Song: A Musical Adventure
When: Monday, July 6, from 10:20-12:25. During the first day of camp
Where: MoCo Arts Founder’s Theater
Details: More details will be provided through your Studio Pro Parent Portal.
How To Register
Before filling out any registration materials, please be sure to create an account on our Studio Pro Parent Portal.
Payment in full or the setup of a payment plan is required upon registration. The front desk staff will gladly work with you to create a payment plan.
Accepted methods of payment
Cash | Check | Credit/Debit Card
MoCo’s front desk staff is here to help with any questions or concerns.
Mail To:
MoCo Arts
40 Roxbury Street
Keene NH 03431
Call the MoCo Arts front desk at (603) 357-2100, or send an email to info@moco.org to inquire about camps.
Work at C.A.K.E.
Summer Camps
Apply to Be a C.A.K.E. Camp Counselor!
We are looking for one more full-time staff member to cover some of our Arts & Crafts and Visual Arts classes. If you’re interested, please email info@moco.org.
Counselors in Training (CIT)
We are still looking for CITs for our 2026 summer! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.
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