Messy Pants Summer Camps are premium, full-day art camps for children ages 5–12. Our Don Mills studio delivers exceptional, professionally designed art programming using high-quality materials and thoughtfully planned projects that build confidence and creativity. Campers explore painting, sculpture, mixed media and creative design in a structured environment. We also offer Art Plus experiences in Willowdale, Leaside and Bedford Park, blending our signature art focus with dynamic themed programming. We’ve proudly operated in Ontario for 15 years, with seven in Don Mills. Camps run 9:00 AM–3:30 PM daily.

• Special needs: Yes, mild support.
  A few of our campers have special needs.
• LGBTQ+ friendly community

Messy Pants is known for delivering elevated, premium art experiences where creativity is taken seriously and children are treated like real artists. What makes us special is our commitment to exceptional materials, professionally designed projects, and a structured environment that balances imagination with skill-building. Our philosophy centres on confidence through creation — when children produce work they’re truly proud of, their self-belief grows. We value respect, high standards, and joyful engagement. We are most proud of the community we’ve built and the lasting creative confidence our campers carry with them long after summer ends.

Registration at Messy Pants is simple and stress-free. Families sign up online, and camps open months in advance so parents can plan ahead. Every week includes hands-on art, so we always remind families to “dress for mess” and send children in clothes that can get paint on them. There are no special requirements — just a readiness to create and have fun. While we do not offer refunds, cancellations receive a 100% studio credit valid for any program that year or the following year. Our team is responsive, welcoming, and happy to help families every step of the way.

Our staff are practicing artists and experienced educators, carefully selected for their ability to blend creative excellence with strong leadership skills. Many are studying art at the post-secondary level or actively working in the arts, while also bringing meaningful experience working with children. Campers remember the personal connections most — our team knows them by name, works one-on-one, and builds real relationships. We maintain low ratios of 6:1 to ensure individual attention. With strong staff retention and many returning instructors year after year, families enjoy consistency, mentorship, and a trusted camp environment.