Free Summer Camps and Vacation Bible Schools

Summer is the perfect time for kids to embark on exciting adventures, make new friends, and create lasting memories at free summer camps.

Free summer camps and Vacation Bible Schools offer incredible opportunities for children to engage in fun activities and learn valuable skills, while making new friends. Faith-based camps allow kids to deepen their faith, or explore different religions.

These camps are a great way to break up the monotony of summertime and expose children to new experiences and new friends.

Vacation Bible Schools

Kids of all religions (or no specific religion) are welcome at VBS (Vacation Bible School). Kids learn through interactive lessons, songs, storytelling, and creative projects. These free camps are focused on fun and making friends!

Vacation Bible School at Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church

June 10-13, 2024 from 5:30 pm – 8 pm

Scuba VBS, diving into friendship with God! Kids dive deep into an amazing undersea adventure where they’ll experience the ever-flowing, never-ending love of God. At Scuba VBS, kids will be immersed in the Word and discover what living water is really all about!

VBS Registration is open https://vbspro.events/p/events/2024gracevbs​ 

Discovery Kids Camp

June 26-29, 2024: 9:30am-12:00pm followed by a Family Fun Day Celebration on July 15th from 2-5pm

3 day kids camp for kids in K-5th grade. Kids will enjoy three days of fun Bible teachings and have the opportunity to learn some new skills and develop their talents in one of five camp options (Acting, Baking & Cake Decorating, Gymnastics, Multi-sport, and Science.

On our fourth day of camp, we will have a fun program for family and friends to showcase all the kids have learned. Following the program, we will have a wonderful celebration with inflatables, hot dogs, games, and more!

Christian Community Church, 5586 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235

Register online: https://www.ccchurch.org/kidscamp

More camps will be added as we learn about them.

Know of other free summer camps?

Do you have a free summer camp or vacation bible school that you want listed in this article? Leave a comment or email info@columbusonthecheap@gmail.com.

Please include title, location, dates/time, age range, very brief description, and link. Camp must be FREE or donation-based/fee optional for all.

Disclaimer

Columbus on the Cheap does not endorse any camps listed in this article. Parents should always thoroughly research summer camps before allowing children to attend, and ensure that proper supervision and safety precautions are in place. 

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