According to Facts & Trends, two thirds of American parents plan to send their kids to Vacation Bible School. If you are looking for a VBS program in the Twin Cities where your kids can learn Bible Lessons and have new adventures, we have some options. Thank you to our marvelous Facebook Community for recommending many of these churches. We’ve added your testimonials to those entries.
2023 Vacation Bible School Programs
We have begun adding 2023 programs as they are announced. When new information is not available, we include information on last year’s program to give an idea of what to expect.
Also, check out our new Faith-Based Summer Camp List.
Budget Hint:
June VBS Programs
Presbyterian Church of the Way
3382 Lexington Ave N, Shoreview, MN 55126
VBS Theme: Light Force
Ages: Age 3-17
Price: FREE
Registration: Open.
Dates/Times: June 11-15, 2023; 5:30pm-7:30pm
Grace Lutheran Church & Lord of Life Church
Lord of Life Church 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey, MN
VBS Theme: Stellar – Shine Jesus’ Light
Ages: Age 4-Grade 6
Price: $45-$95
Registration: Open. Discounts prior to May 10th.
Dates/Times: June 12-15, 2023; Ages 4-1st Grade: 9am-12pm; Grades 2-6 9am-3pm.
“A week of galactic adventure and discoveries for kids ages 4-Grade 6”
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
4030 Jackson St NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421
VBS Theme: Totus Tuus (“Totally Yours”)
Ages: Kids entering Grades 1-12
Price: $35 ($85/family max)
Registration: Open and Required.
Dates/Times:
• Grades 1-6: June 12-16, 2023; 9am-2:30pm
• Grades 7-12: June 11-15, 2023; 7:30pm-9:30pm
St. John's Lutheran Church
20165 Heath Avenue. Lakeville, MN 55044
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Preschool kids Age 4 through 4th Grade
Price: FREE ($10/suggested donation)
Registration: Open and Required.
Dates/Times: June 12-15, 2023; 9am-12pm
“Launch kids on a cosmic quest where they’ll have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world. Stellar rockets kids on an out-of-this-world adventure that’s light years of faith-building fun.”
Prince of Peace
13801 Fairview Dr. Burnsville, MN 55337
VBS Theme: Shine Jesus’ Light
Ages: Age 2+
Price: $50-$60 ($125-$150/family)
Registration: Open and Required.
Dates/Times: June 12-15, 2023; 9am-Noon; Family Night Friday: 5:30-7pm
“Kids will be led on a cosmic quest and have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world.”
“[T]he energy is amazing. Children’s Ministry rocks at Prince of Peace.” – Brianna
Zion Lutheran
209 Bluejay Avenue, Mayer, MN 55360
VBS Theme: God’s Wonder Lab
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $25-$30/child; $$70-85 family max
Registration: Open.
Dates/Times: June 12-15, 2023; 9-11am
“Jesus does the impossible.”
Messiah United Methodist
17805 County Road 6, Plymouth, MN 55447
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $35/child; $70/family max
Registration: Open.
Dates/Times: June 12-16, 2023; 9am-Noon
Normandale Lutheran Church
6100 Normandale Rd, Edina, MN 55436
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Age 3 through 4th Grade
Price: $60/child
Registration: Open.
Dates/Times: June 13-15, 2023; 9am-Noon
Crossroads Church - Eagan Campus
4100 Lexington Way, Eagan, MN 55123
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $55/child; $165 Family max
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 19-22, 2023; 9am-11:30am
Calvary Memorial Church
2420 Dunwoody Ave., Wayzata, MN 55391
VBS Theme: The Book of Ruth
Ages: 3-11
Price: FREE
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 19-21, 2023; 6pm-8:30pm
“We focus on the love of Christ while having tons of fun! Join us for songs, skits, Bible teachings, crafts, games, snacks, and small-group time as we dig deeper into God’s Word.”
Living Hope Lutheran Church
9350 Portland Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420
VBS Theme: Monumental
Ages: Age 2 through 4th Grade
Price: $15/child; $40/family max; CDs $10
Registration: Open Until May 15th or until full
Dates/Times: June 19-22, 2023; 8:45-11:45
“Come celebrate God’s greatness!”
Shepherd of the Valley
14107 Hudson Rd S., Afton, MN 55001
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Age 3 through 3rd Grade
Price: $50 ($35 before 4/23/23)
Registration: Registration Closes May 31, 2023.
Dates/Times: June 19-23, 2023; 9am-Noon
“Launch on a cosmic quest at Shepherd of the Valley where kids will have a blast shining Jesus’ light to the world”
North Haven Church
2240 15th Avenue East, North St. Paul, MN 55109
VBS Theme: Keepers of the Kingdom
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: FREE
Registration: Open.
Dates/Times: June 19-23, 2023
Crossroads Church - Cottage Grove Campus
7955 Ivystone Ave., Cottage Grove, MN 55016
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $55/child; $165 Family max
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 26-29, 2023; 9am-11:30am
Community of Grace
4000 Linden Street, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
VBS Theme: Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity
Ages: Age 3 through 5th Grade
Price: $25/child; CDs $5
Registration: Open (Limited to 130 kids)
Dates/Times: June 26-29, 2023; 9am-12pm
Newport Lutheran Church
900 15th St, Newport, MN 55055
VBS Theme: On The Case
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: This VBS is free (free will donations accepted but not expected) and lunch will be served.
Registration: Registration starts in May and space is limited.
Dates/Times: June 27-29, 2023; 10am-1pm. Outdoor Movie Night 6/30/23 – The Lorax.
“Take a journey with us to discover the mystery of how to grow our faith, serve, love, and care for others.”
Grace Church
9301 Eden Prairie Road, Eden Prairie, MN 55347
VBS Theme: Psalm 25:4 Twists & Turns
Ages: Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 26-29, 2023; 9am-12:15pm
“Spin the spinner, beat the clock, skip ahead, level up and play to win! You’ll need to bring your A-game for this VBS!”
Oak Heights Covenant Church
1398 South Grade Road SW, Hutchinson, MN 55350
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: 3 years to 5th Grade
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 19-22 & 25, 2023.
Salem Covenant Church
2655 Fifth Street NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
VBS Theme: Twists & Turns
Cost: $25/child
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: June 19-23, 2023; 9am-12pm.
Mount Olive Church
700 Western Street, Anoka, MN 55303
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: 4 years to 4th Grade
Price: $20-$25/pp.
Registration: Open. Limited to 180 children (60 PreK)
Dates/Times: June 26-29, 2023; 9am-12pm
JULY VBS Programs
Crossroads Church - Woodbury Campus
5900 Woodbury Drive, Woodbury, MN 55129
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $55/child; $165 Family max
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 10-13, 2023; 9am-11:30am
City Life Church
225 Cleveland Ave S, St Paul, MN 55105
VBS Theme: Evening program with optional family dinner served 5-5:45pm.
Ages: Age 3 through 6th Grade
Price: Free
Registration: Open – Closes June 18, 2023
Dates/Times: July 10-13, 2023; 6pm-8pm
St. Peter Lutheran Church
VBS Theme: God’s Living Water.
Ages: PreK – 6th Grade
Price: Free
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 10-14, 2023; 9am-Noon
Messiah Lutheran Church
16725 Highview Ave, Lakeville, MN 55044
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Age 3-4th Grade
Price: $20-$25/child or $40-$50/family
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 16-20, 2023.
2021 Details: Last year’s program was held the third week of July with a theme of Treasured • 6pm-8:30pm • Ages 3-Grade 5 • FREE.
Crossroads Church - Hastings Campus
225 33rd Street, Suite #2, Hastings, MN 55033
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 4 through 5th Grade
Price: $55/child; $165/family max
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 17-19, 2023; 9am-11:30am
Rockpoint Church
5825 Kelvin Ave N., Lake Elmo, MN 55042
VBS Theme: Stellar, Shine Jesus’ Light
Ages: Age 3 through 5th Grade
Price: $40/child; $120/family max
Registration: FULL
Dates/Times: July 17-21, 2023; 9am-noon
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection
3115 Victoria St N., Roseville, MN 55113
VBS Theme: Prepare for and perform a musical on Friday night.
Ages: Age 4 through 6th Grade
Registration: $35/child; $70/family
Dates/Times: Monday, July 24-Thursday, July 27, 2023; 9am-noon
Waite Park Church
1510 33rd Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
VBS Theme: Stellar
Ages: Nursery through 5th Grade
Price: FREE
Registration: Open & Strongly Encouraged
Dates/Times: July 24-28, 2023; 5:45pm-8pm.
“Bring your whole family out to explore how to shine Jesus’ light at Stellar VBS! We’ll have awesome Bible-learning experiences kids see, hear, and touch. Sciency-Fun Gizmos, team-building games, unforgettable Bible songs, and tasty treats are just a few of the standout activities that help faith flow into real life. It’s an out-of-this-world adventure your family won’t soon forget.”
Wayzata Community Church
125 Wayzata Boulevard East, Wayzata, MN 55391
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 3 through 5th Grade
Price: $100/camper
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 31-August 4th, 2023; 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon daily
“Whoever believes in me…rivers of living water will flow from within them.” John 7:38, NIV
Cross of Hope Lutheran Church
5730 179th Ln NW, Ramsey, MN 55303
VBS Theme: Stellar, Shine Jesus’ Light
Ages: Age 3 through 5th Grade
Price: $35/child; family max of $95
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 31- August 4, 2023; 9 am -12 noon
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
5005 Northwest Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55442
VBS Theme: Stellar, Shine Jesus’ Light
Ages: Age 3 through 6th Grade
Price: $35/child; family max of $95
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: July 31- August 4, 2023; 9:00am — 12:00pm
Calvary Lutheran Church
7520 Golden Valley Rd, Golden Valley, MN 55427
18360 Minnetonka Blvd, Wayzata, MN 55391
VBS Theme: Ready, Set, Move
Ages: Age 3 through 5th Grade
Registration: Open until July 16
Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 31-August 4th, 2023; 9am-12pm.
Calvary Lutheran Church has Year-Round Family-Friendly Events & Activities. Learn More Here.
Discover Church
VBS Theme: Stellar – Shine Jesus Light
Ages: Completed K-5th Grade
Registration: Open
Dates/Times: Monday-Friday, July 31-August 4th, 2023; 9:30am-12pm
August VBS Programs
Christ the Lord Lutheran Church
9998 90th Street South, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
VBS Theme: Art Camp
Ages: Age 3 through 9th Grade
Price: $20-$40/camper
Registration: Registration Open.
Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday August 7-10, 2023. Grade School AM; Middle School PM.
Great post! I’m thrilled to hear about all the Vacation Bible School programs available in the Twin Cities this summer. I’m particularly interested in the program at St. Mary’s Church, as I have a friend who has been going there for years and raves about how much their kids learn and have fun. I’ll definitely be checking it out with my own kids. Thanks for sharing!
Exciting! Let us know how they like their VBS program. This page is built on testimonials from parents. Also, we are not currently aware of a St. Mary’s that is offering VBS, so please share more information with our Catholic readers. We would love to have more options.
Will you have this list for 2023? Thanks!
Thanks for checking in Bobbi. We will have a 2023 list, but most VBS programs are run by volunteers and do not get announced until close to the event. Check back in late May or early June for an up-to-date list. In the meantime, follow the links for the 2022 events because the same churches will likely have similar programs at around the same time each year.
I clicked on the 2022 links and found the 2023 programs on the websites of some of the churches. They may not have ‘put it out there yet’ but for quite a few I was able to navigate to their 2023 offerings by clicking the 2022 links.
Thank you for letting us know. I’ll add updating VBS to my to do list!
This is great! Would you be willing to include western Wisconsin locations?
Hi Candi. Feel free to share your Western Wisconsin VBS programs in the comments. If they are not too far from the Twin Cities, we’ll add them to the main list.
Hi, thanks for including our church’s vbs!
The correct address for Calvary Memorial Church’s
2022 vbs, “Ready to Fly”, June 20-23 is
2420 Dunwoody Ave., Wayzata, MN 55391
Thanks!!!
Thanks for catching that error, Kristen. I’ve fixed it. Feel free to email me directly through our contact forms to submit any family-friendly events or activities or edits. — Joy.
Andover VBS –
Thank you, Morgan.
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Plymouth -Treasured VBS August 2-6, 9am-noon. 3 years old- 6th grade
Thank you, Tricia. I’ve added it.