Looking for free summer camps or affordable summer activities for kids near Bloomsburg, Danville, Lewisburg, Selinsgrove, Sunbury, and surrounding towns? Vacation Bible School (VBS) programs are one of the most popular free summer resources for families, offering kids games, crafts, music, snacks, science activities, outdoor fun, and friendship opportunities throughout the summer. We’ve gathered more than 20 local VBS programs by town to help families easily find options near them.
So what exactly is VBS?
Vacation Bible Schools provide Christian Education for kids, and churches try to make them really fun! Some camps pay for curriculum, so you may see the same graphics at different churches.
VBS- Our Most Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is Vacation Bible School usually free?
A: Many Vacation Bible School programs are completely free for families. Local churches often provide games, crafts, music, snacks, and activities at no cost, though some may request advance registration.
Q: What do kids do at VBS?
A: Vacation Bible School programs typically include crafts, music, outdoor games, science activities, snacks, storytelling, and group activities designed for elementary-aged children and preschoolers.
Q: Is church camp fun for kids?
A: Many kids enjoy VBS because the programs are designed to feel like a fun summer camp experience with friends, activities, music, games, and hands-on projects.
Q: Are there free summer camps near me for elementary kids?
A: Many local churches in Bloomsburg, Danville, Lewisburg, Selinsgrove, Sunbury, and nearby towns offer free Vacation Bible School programs during the summer for preschool and elementary-aged children.
Susquehanna Kids is not affiliated with any religious organization, however, VBS summer camps are such great opportunities for enrichment and are open to everyone, so its a great resource for us to share.
Columbia/Montour Counties
Trinity Church (Danville)
When: August 3rd-7th, 9am-11:30am
Age: 3yrs.-5th Grade
Theme: Rain Forest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
St. John’s Lutheran Church (Mifflinville)
When: June 22,23,24; 6:00-7:30pm
Age: 3-12rs
Theme: Avalanche Ranch: A Wild Ride Through God’s Word
To learn more, email: mdyoung4@yahoo.com
St. Luke Lutheran Church (Bloomsburg)
When: June 22-26 6:00-8:30pm
Age: 4 years old-5th grade
Theme: Rome: Paul and the Underground Church
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Emmanuel Baptist Church (Millville)
Patch the Pirate Club is an exciting and instructive ongoing club designed to instill Biblical truth into our church’s children to equip them to live successful, Christ-centered lives. The Sailor’s log provides the tools children need for daily spiritual growth, and weekly musical training. Sailors earn awards pins, medals and other incentives for faithfulness and good behavior.
When: Sunday nights @ 6pm
Age: Grades 1st – 6th
Stillwater Christian Church (Stillwater)
When: June 7-11, 6:30-8:30pm
Age: Age 3 (potty trained) through 6th grade
Theme: Rome: Paul and the Underground Churcho
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Shiloh Bible Church (Bloomsburg)
When: June 28-July 2, 6:00-8:30pm
Age: 3 years to 6th grade
Theme: Emerald Crossing
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Ebenezer Faith Bible Church (Berwick)
When: June 7-11, 6:00-8:15pm
Age: 3 years to 8th grade
Theme: Emerald Crossing
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Mill-Green United Methodist Church (Millville)
When: June 15-19, 6:00-8:00pm
Age: 4 years to 7th grade
Theme: Illumination Station
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Light Street United Methodist (Bloomsburg)
When: Beginning June 15-19, 6:15-8pm
Age: 3 years through 4th grade
Theme: Snowball Mountain Challenge
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Glad Tidings Mega Sports VBS (Bloomsburg)
When: June 15-19, 5:30-8:30
Age: 5-12 years
What: Participants can choose between soccer or basketball to play throughout the week. We also have plenty of fun games for them, snacks, engaging Bible stories, and each participant receives a free t-shirt.
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Lime Ridge New Hope Church
When: June 22-26, 6:00-8:00
Age: 5-16 years
Theme: Junk Yard Redemption
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Calvary Baptist Church (Bloomsburg)
When: June 22-26, 9:30am-2:00pm
Age: 5 years-9th grade
What: Camp Calvary is dedicated to providing a well-rounded program for your child while exploring medieval history and culture. We endeavor to meet the physical, mental, social, and spiritual needs of each camper. During the week, your child will be involved in singing, sports, Bible lessons, arts and crafts, missions, memorizing Bible verses and team competition.
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Danville First Baptist Church
When: July 6-10, 6:00pm-8:30pm
(Registration Opens June 1st)
Age: 3 years (potty trained) through 6th grade (two separate programs)
Theme: Emerald Crossing
Pre-K Program: Littles as young as 3 years old (must be potty-trained) will not only have a blast, but benefit spiritually as well. This program is tailored to their needs and wiggles!
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St. Joseph School/Church (Danville)
When: July 6-10; 6:00-8:30pm
Age: Grades K-6th
Theme: Emerald Crossing
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Collaboration (Bloomsburg): The Table Lutheran Church, First Presbyterian Church of Bloomsburg & The Trinity Reformed UCC
When: July 27-31 9:00am-3:00pm
Age: 5-12 years
What: Kids Day Camp centered on youth faith formation.
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St. Columba Catholic Church (Bloomsburg)
When: August 3-7; 9:00am-12:00pm
Age: Grades K-6th
Theme: Rain Forest Falls: ExploringThe Nature of God
*Cost: $20-25/child
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Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (Berwick)
When: June 21-25; 6:00PM
Age: 4-12 years
Theme: Rain Forest Falls: ExploringThe Nature of God
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Bloomsburg Christian Church
When: July 27-31, 6:15-8:15pm
Age: 3 years old (potty trained)-5th grade
Theme: Kamp Kingdom
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Grove Presbyterian Church (Danville)
When: July 6-9, 9:00am-1:00pmpm
Age: 3 year olds-rising 3rd graders
Theme: God is the Potter, I am the Clay
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Catawissa Christinan Church
When: June 24-26 6:00pm-8:00pm
Theme: Scuba: Diving into Friendship with God
Call to Register: (570) 356-6187
Union County
First Presbyterian Church (Lewisburg)
When: June 8-11, 12:00-3:00pm
Age: 3 years old (must be potty trained) – entering 6th grade
Theme: Kingdom Quest: An Epic Journey to Discover God’s Kingdom
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Snyder County
Cornerstone United Pentecostal Church (Selinsgrove)
When: June 22-26
Age: 5-12years
Theme: Roar! Life is Wild, God is Good
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Northumberland County
Sunbury Bible Church
When: June 7th to 11th (Sunday to Thursday) 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Age: 4 years to 5th grade
Theme: Ocean Commotion:Diving into Noah’s Flood
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