A number of churches around Tucson are putting on Vacation Bible School programs for kids this summer! VBS programs typically last one week and include games, crafts, snacks, and Bible activities. See below for a full listing including dates, location, cost, and registration deadlines.
May 21-25, 2018
Quest for Education and Arts
- LOCATION: Quest for Education and Arts, 7579 N. Paseo Del Norte, Tucson
- THEME: Creation Celebration: Your Questions Answered
- DESCRIPTION: “Participate in classes, science labs, crafts, snacks, and games all centered around God’s creation!”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:30pm for preschool to 6th grade; 12:15pm-4:30pm for 7th-12th grade
- AGES: elementary, middle school, high school
- COST: $35/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
May 28-June 1, 2018
Vail Christian Church
- LOCATION: Vail Christian Church, 9455 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson
- THEME: Preschool Day Camp
- DESCRIPTION: “A half-day camp for children ages 3-5 to learn more about the Bible while having fun with friends!”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: ages 3-5
- COST: $20/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
- NOTES: This camp starts on TUESDAY, MAY 29.
June 4-8, 2018
Christ Community Church
- LOCATION: Christ Community Church, 7801 E. Kenyon Dr., Tucson
- THEME: The Imperishables
- DESCRIPTION: unknown
- TIME: 8:30am-12:00pm
- AGES: K-4th grade graduates
- COST: $10 thru May 18; $15 thereafter
- REGISTER: Register online.
- NOTES: There will be a closing program on Friday, June 8, at 6:00pm, followed by a carnival with jumping castles, popcorn, cotton candy, and a hot dog dinner for $1.
Desert Son Community Church
- LOCATION: Desert Son Community Church, 5250 W. Cortaro Farm Rd, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive. Anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms.”
- TIME: 9:15am-12:00pm
- AGES: unknown
- COST: $5/child, $10/family
- REGISTER: Register online.
- NOTE: Desert Son Community Church is also offering an adventure camp after VBS from 12:00pm – 5:30pm daily. Potty trained children, ages 3 and up, are welcome. See the website for details.
Mountain View Baptist Church
- LOCATION: Mountain View Baptist Church, 3500 W. Overton Rd, Tucson
- THEME: Game On
- DESCRIPTION: “Gearing up for life’s big game”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: unknown
- COST: unknown
- REGISTER: Registration form is available online.
Rincon Mountain Presbyterian Church
- LOCATION: Rincon Mountain Presbyterian Church, 8445 E. Tanque Verde Rd., Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Venture onto an uncharted island where kids survive and thrive. Anchor kids in the truth that Jesus carries them through life’s storms.”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: Age 3 (potty-trained) to 5th grade
- COST: FREE
- REGISTER: Register online.
St. Paul’s United Methodist Church
- LOCATION: St. Paul’s UMC, 8051 E. Broadway Blvd., Tucson
- THEME: Rolling River Rampage
- DESCRIPTION: not available
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: Ages 2 to 5th grade
- COST: $15/child or $40/family
- REGISTER: Register online.
The Church at Tubac
- LOCATION: The Church at Tubac, 2242 W. Frontage Rd, Tubac
- THEME: Time Lab
- DESCRIPTION: Discovering Jesus from Eternity Past to Eternity Future
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: 4-12
- COST: Free
- REGISTER: Register online.
University City Church
- LOCATION: University City Church, 604 N. 6th Ave. Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: Kids will discover how Jesus rescues us through life’s storms!
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: Ages 3 to entering 5th grade
- COST: $15 (includes t-shirt)
- REGISTER: Register online.
- NOTES: Families who register by May 13th will get a free music CD!
June 11-15, 2018
Calvary Chapel East Campus
- LOCATION: Calvary Chapel East Campus, 8711 E. Speedway, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “At Shipwrecked VBS, kids discover that Jesus rescues them! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play awesome games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos every single day. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with the Sail Away Sendoff that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned.”
- TIME: 8:30am-12:00pm
- AGES: Open to kids who have finished Kindergarten through 5th grade
- COST: $10/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
Canyon Del Oro Baptist Church
- LOCATION: Canyon Del Oro Baptist Church, 9200 N. Oracle Rd, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Come to an evening VBS. Learn how God Rescues Us through Singing, Crafts, Games, Snacks, and Drama!”
- TIME: 6:00pm-8:00pm
- AGES: Preschool to 5th grade
- COST: Free
- REGISTER: Register online.
El Camino Church
- LOCATION: El Camino Church, 7777 E. Speedway, Tucson
- THEME: Summer Science Spectacular
- DESCRIPTION: unknown
- TIME: 8:30am-12:00pm
- AGES: separate programs for preschoolers (ages 3 & 4) and older kids (entering 1st-8th graders)
- COST: $30/child for preschoolers, $45/child for older kids
- REGISTER: Fill out registration form.
Grace Community Church
- LOCATION: Grace Community Church
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Come to our EVENING VBS, SHIPWRECKED, and learn how God Rescues Us through Singing, Crafts, Games, Snacks, and Drama!”
- TIME: 6:00pm-8:30pm
- AGES: Kindergarten to age 12
- COST: $20/child or $60/family
- REGISTER: Register online.
Sun & Shield Baptist Church
- LOCATION: Sun & Shield Baptist Church, 8811 W. Avra Valley Rd, Marana
- THEME: Camp Moose on the Loose
- DESCRIPTION: “Students will experience a camping theme where they hike, canoe, and fish — complete with tents, campfires, and wildlife. Through the lessons, kids will learn about the life of Christ as seen through the eyes of Peter and will discover the lasting forgiveness that only Christ can give.”
- TIME: 6:30pm-8:30pm
- AGES: Kindergarten to 7th grade
- COST: unknown
- REGISTER: Register online.
June 18-22, 2018
Vail Christian Church
- LOCATION: Vail Christian Church, 9455 E. Valencia Rd., Tucson
- THEME: Elementary Day Camp
- DESCRIPTION: “A half-day camp for children grades K-5 to learn more about the Bible while having fun with friends! Space is limited and on a first come, first serve basis. “
- TIME: 8:30am-12:00pm
- AGES: K-5
- COST: $25/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
June 25-29, 2018
Book of Life Community Church
- LOCATION: Book of Life Community Church, 2151 N. Palo Verde Rd, Tucson
- THEME: Passport to Peru
- DESCRIPTION: “Join us for a celebration of Peru! Llama tales, Peruvian market crafts, water games, and fiesta lunch.”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: 3-12 (must be potty-trained)
- COST: Free
- REGISTER: Register online.
Calvary Chapel West Campus
- LOCATION: Calvary Chapel West Campus, 5170 S. Julian Dr., Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “At Shipwrecked VBS, kids discover that Jesus rescues them! Kids participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play awesome games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind them of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos every single day. Plus, kids will learn to look for evidence of God all around them through something called God Sightings. Each day concludes with the Sail Away Sendoff that gets everyone involved in living what they’ve learned.”
- TIME: 5:30pm-8:30pm
- AGES: Open to kids who have finished Kindergarten through 5th grade
- COST: $10/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
Emmanuel Baptist Church
- LOCATION: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1825 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Learn all about how Jesus rescues!”
- TIME: 8:45am-12:00pm
- AGES: 4 years old to 4th grade
- COST: Free
- REGISTER: Register online or day-of.
Sabino Road Baptist Church
- LOCATION: Sabino Road Baptist Church, 2710 N. Sabino Canyon Rd, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Participate in memorable Bible-learning activities, sing catchy songs, play teamwork-building games, make and devour yummy treats, experience one-of-a-kind Bible adventures, collect Bible Memory Buddies to remind you of God’s love, and test out Sciency-Fun Gizmos that you’ll take home and play with all summer long.”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:00pm
- AGES: Ages 4 through finished 5th grade
- COST: $20 for 1st child, $15 for each additional child
- REGISTER: Register online.
July 2-6, 2018
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July 9-13, 2018
Maranatha Ministries
- LOCATION: Maranatha Ministries, 334 W. Los Reales, Tucson
- THEME: Shipwrecked
- DESCRIPTION: “Meet new friends, do amazing experiments, participate in creative games, eat tropical treats, go on surprising adventures, and listen to incredible music from a live band!”
- TIME: 6:00pm-9:00pm
- AGES: Ages 4 to 12
- COST: $10/child if pre-registered, $15/child at the door
- REGISTER: Call Lilian at 520-449-9823.
Northminster Presbyterian Church
- LOCATION: Northminster Presbyterian Church, 2450 E. Ft Lowell Rd., Tucson
- THEME: Splash Canyon
- DESCRIPTION: “Strap on your life jacket and jump on board for a rip-roarin’ river ride. There’ll be five days full of fun games, inventive crafts, yummy snacks, live music, and exciting Bible stories on the shore.”
- TIME: 9:00am-12:15pm
- AGES: Age 4 to 5th grade (completed)
- COST: $15/child
- REGISTER: Register online.
July 16-20, 2018
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July 23-27, 2018
Grace Lutheran Church
- LOCATION: Grace Lutheran Church, 830 N 1st Ave, Tucson
- THEME: Space Station Salvation
- DESCRIPTION: “Grace Lutheran Church invites astronauts ages 3 – 13 to Space Station Salvation VBS to learn God’s Word!All astronauts will travel from star to star while participating in Bible study, crafts, snacks, and songs.”
- TIME: 9:30am-11:30am
- AGES: Ages 3-13
- COST: Free
- REGISTER: Register online.
July 30-August 3, 2018
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August 6-10, 2018
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