Looking for a summer “VBS near me” for your little one? Vacation Bible Schools and similar programs are a treasured summer tradition for many Indianapolis families. Churches in our area host these annual events, similar to day camps, where kids can play games, make crafts, learn memory verse songs and Bible stories, and more. Children love the activities and time with friends, while parents enjoy the free time to meet a friend for coffee or get some work done!
Here’s a list of churches hosting a VBS in the Indy area. Did we miss yours? Let us know and we’ll add it to the list.
Find a VBS Near Me in Central Indiana
North
St. Marks United Methodist Church
4780 E 126th St, Carmel
Dates: July 8-12
Times: 9 am-12 pm
Ages: 4 years-Grade 5
Theme: Camp Firelight – A Summer Camp Adventure with God
Cost: $25/child or $70 max per family
Register HERE
New Hope Christian Church
5780 S. Main St., Whitestown
Dates: June 10-14
Times: 8:30 am-12 pm
Ages: 4 years-Grade 5
Theme: Breaker Rock Beach – God’s Rock-Solid Truth in a World of Shifting Sands
Cost: Contact host church
Register HERE
Geist Christian – Promise Road Campus
12756 Promise Road, Fishers
Dates: June 18-21
Times: 9:30 am-12 pm
Ages: 4 years-Grade 4
Theme: Wild Life
Cost: Contact host church
Register HERE
St. Simon the Apostle
8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis
Dates: TBA
Times: 9 am-2:30 pm (Grade School), 7:30-9:30 pm (Middle/High School)
Ages: Grades 1-6 (Grade School Program), Grades 7-12 (Middle/High School Program)
Theme: Totus Tuus (Catholic Youth Program)
Cost: $50 (Grade School), $20 (Middle/High School)
Register HERE
Castleton United Methodist
7101 Shadeland Ave, Indianapolis
Dates: June 17-20
Times: 6-8:30 pm
Ages: 4 years-Grade 6
Theme: Wild Life
Cost: Free
Register HERE
St. Luke’s United Methodist
100 W 86th St, Indianapolis
Dates: June 10-14
Times: 9 am-12 pm (Preschool/Kindergarten) or 9 am-4:30 pm (Full day option for all ages)
Ages: 4 years-Grade 4
Theme: Start the Party!
Cost: Contact host church
Register HERE
Hamilton Hills Baptist Church
10293 E 126th Street, Fishers
Dates: June 17-20
Times: 9 am-12 pm
Ages: 4 years-Grade 6
Theme: Start the Party!
Cost: $50/child, $25 for each additional child in a family. Includes a t-shirt and water bottle.
Register HERE
Advent Lutheran Church
11250 N Michigan Road, Zionsville
Dates: June 17-20
Times: 9-11:30 am
Ages: 3 1/2 years-Grade 5
Theme: Come to the Feast
Cost: $10/child or $20 max per family
Register HERE
East
Holy Cross Lutheran Church
8115 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis
Dates: June 24-27
Times: 6-8:30 pm
Ages: 3 years-Grade 6
Theme: SCUBA – Diving into Friendship with God
Cost: Free
Register HERE
West
Hope Worship Center COGIC Indy
6851 Michigan Road, Indianapolis
Dates: June 12-14
Times: 6-8 pm
Ages: 4 years-18 years
Theme: Created for Greater!
Cost: Contact host church
Register HERE
West Newton United Methodist Church
6843 Mendenhall Rd, Indianapolis
Dates: June 10-13
Times: 6-8:15 pm
Ages: 3 years-11 years
Theme: Good News Club
Cost: Free
Register HERE
Valley Mills Christian Church
5555 Kentucky Ave, Indianapolis
Dates: June 9-13
Times: 6-8:15
Ages: 3 years-Grade 6
Theme: SCUBA – Diving into Friendship with God
Cost: Contact host church
Register HERE
South
Grace United Methodist
1300 E Adams Dr, Franklin
Dates: June 17-20
Times: 9-11:30 am
Ages: 4 years-Grade 6
Theme: Get Reel with Jesus
Cost: Free
Register HERE
Stones Crossing Church
7000 West Stones Crossing Road, Greenwood
Dates: June 21-23
Times: 6-8:30 pm
Ages: 3 years-Grade 5
Theme: This is Our God
Cost: Free
Register HERE
For Christian families, VBS experiences are valuable opportunities for children to have a blast while making friends, soaking up new lessons from the Bible, and learning from others who share their faith. These day camps are typically open to all, so even if you are not a regular attendee at the host church, your family will be welcome! Contact the church’s children’s ministry director or other staff member if you have any concerns or questions about registration.
Our list is by no means exhaustive! While not every church in our area hosts a Vacation Bible School, many do. Reach out to the place of worship nearest you to see if they are planning their own event — and let us know if you discover another fantastic option that should be added to our list!
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