Big Top Chautauqua Bluegrass Camp for Kids

Bayfield, Wisconsin

Dates

July 19–July 22, 2027 (expected)

Location

Bayfield, Wisconsin

Instruments

Banjo, Bass, Fiddle, Guitar, Mandolin, Voice

Skill level

all

Audience

youth

Tuition

$200–$225

Lodging

no

Meals

no

The 2026 camp ran July 20-23 and has finished; the 2027 camp is expected in late July, though no dates are posted. A four-day day camp in Bayfield for ages 7 to 17. Each camper picks two instruments plus an alternate from banjo, bass, fiddle, guitar, mandolin and singing and songwriting, each taught at beginner, intermediate and advanced level, and gets both individual and group lessons before performing for family on the last day. The 2026 rate was $200 before June 30 and $225 after. Instruments are loaned to students who need them and every camper gets a songbook. Campers bring a bagged lunch; snacks and water are provided. Scholarships are available on request.

Dates and prices can change — the camp's own site is always authoritative.