The signs of Spring are emerging – sunny days, seedlings sprouting, sandy shorelines summoning, songbirds swarming, and summer camp sign-ups in full swing.
It’s already time to get your summer planned out! All of the best camps fill up quickly, and Vacation Bible Schools are no exception. After reading through countless camp lists and trying out a variety of them with my first two kids, I’ve definitely learned something for my second round of parenting young children…
VBS is one of the best parts of summer! So, we say ‘YES’ to VBS for multiple weeks in June and July. If we’re not traveling, we’re at a local church for all the fun provided.
I’m completely amazed by how much planning, time, and faith are put into Vacation Bible School day camps, and I am thrilled that my children get to experience that kind of joy. It moves me to tears every time I hear them singing the songs they learn in VBS. I love it even more when I hear them relating what they learn in the summer to future Bible lessons throughout the year.
And what makes VBS even better?
The price tag, of course! Many are free or cost much less than traditional day camps.
If you’re searching for a VBS to send your children to this summer, here is a list of the top options in the Austin area and the Texas Hill Country. They’re listed chronologically by dates.
June 2 – 5, 2025
- Camp Life Kids in Austin is offering a full day summer camp from 9 am until 4 pm for rising kindergartners through 6th graders. Theme: Live Out Loud. Cost: $250. Registration is open.
- Dripping Springs Methodist Church offers VBS for rising pre-kindergartners (waitlisted) through rising 5th graders. 9 am – 1 pm. Theme: Hometown Nazareth. Cost: $125. Registration open now.
- Lake Hills Church offers VBS to children entering kinder – 5th grade. 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Theme: TBA. Cost: $25 (in past years). Registration opens in April.
- Riverbend Church offers VBS for children ages 4 through 5th grade. 8:30 am – 12:30 pm. Theme: Live It Loud. Cost: $75. Registration open now.
- First Baptist Church of Dripping Springs offers Kids’ Camp for those who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade. June 3rd – 5th, 9 am – 1 pm (lunch included). $10/child. Registration open.
June 9 – 12, 2025
- Austin Ridge Bee Cave and Southwest offers VBS for kids ages 3 or 4 (depending on location) to 5th grade. 9 am – noon. Theme: Summer Blast. Cost: $30. Registrations opens in April.
- Faith Bible Church offers VBS for children ages 4 to 5th grade. 9 am – noon. Theme: Wonder Junction. Cost: $25. Registration open now.
- Mt. Olive Church offers VBS for ages pre-k to 5th grade. 9 am – noon. Theme: True North. Cost: $30. Registration open now.
June 9 – 13, 2025
- Camp Life Kids in Marble Falls is offering a full day summer camp from 9 am until 4 pm for rising kindergartners through 6th graders. Theme: Live Out Loud. Cost: $250. Registration is open. (Same as Austin camp but different location and dates)
June 16 – 19, 2025
- Bethany Lutheran Church offers VBS for PK3 (potty-trained) through 5th grade. Will update as soon as more info is available.
June 23 – 26, 2025
- Bannockburn Dripping Springs, South Austin, and Kyle offers VBS for ages 3 through 5th grade. Morning and evening options available, depending on location. Theme: TBA. Cost: $20 (as of last year). Registration opens March 21st.
- All Saints Austin offers VBS for pre-kindergartners to rising 5th graders. 8 am – noon with extended stay option. Theme: TBA. Cost: Dependent on program. Registration opens March 31st.
July 8 – 10, 2025
- Dripping Springs Methodist Church offers a family VBS, called VBX, from 5;30 – 8:30 pm so everyone from littles to grandparents can enjoy dinner, activities, worship, and Bible study. Registration opens soon.
July 14 – 18, 2025
- Woodlawn Baptist Church offers VBS for ages 4 through 5th grade, as well as a separate middle school option at the same time. 9 am – noon. Theme: TBA. Cost: FREE (as of last year). Registration will open soon.
No Announcement Yet
- Southern Hills Church of Christ usually offers VBS in late June. Will update as soon as info is available.
If you’re looking for other activities to do with your family this summer, check out our past Summer Bucket Lists or the best frugal alternatives to top attractions in Austin and the Texas Hill Country.
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