Are you looking for 2026 VBS programs near Columbia, SC for your children? VBS programs bring together summer fun, crafts, games, and friends often without any cost. If you’re looking for VBS programs in the Columbia area, wondering “Where is a free VBS near me?” you’ve come to the right place. We’ve pulled together the important details for VBS programs happening this year. We’ll keep updating this list as we get closer to summer, so bookmark and check back frequently.
Add your VBS! If you are a coordinator for a VBS program and would like your program listed, please email Maria@Kiddingaroundgreenville.com.
We’ll be updating this list throughout the VBS season. Check back soon for more options!
June 2026 VBS Programs in Columbia, SC
May 31 – June 2, 2026: Special Needs VBS, 6 – 8:30 pm, Mt. Horeb Church, Ages 12 – adults
1205 Old Cherokee Road, Lexington
June 1 – 5, 2026: 8:45 am – Noon, Shandon United Methodist, ages 3 (by 9/1/2025) through 2nd grade (2025-2026)
3407 Devine Street, Columbia
June 8 – 11, 2026: 3 time options – Morning: 9 am – 12 pm, Afternoon: 1:30 – 4:30 pm, Evening: 6 – 8:30 pm; Mt. Horeb Church, Ages 4 years – 5th grade – Bible stories, crafts, songs, snacks, and more!
June 8 – 11, 2026: 6 pm – 8:30 pm, Christian Life Church, ages 4 years to rising 5th grade
2700 Bush River Road, Columbia
June 8 – 11, 2026: 6:15 – 8:30 pm First Baptist Church of Lexington, children ages 3 (potty trained) to 5th grade
415 Barr Road, Lexington
June 8 – 12, 2026: 9 am – Noon, First Presbyterian Columbia, 4 years old (by 9/1/2026) – Rising 6th graders
1324 Marion Street, Columbia
June 8 – 12, 2026: 6 pm – 8 pm, Grace Church of Columbia, 4 years old – 5th Grade, adult class as well
2710 Harrison Road, Columbia
June 14 – 17, 2026: 5:30 – 7:45 pm, Trenholm UMC, Open to children age 4 (by 9/1/2025) through current 4th grade students, Cost is $20/child. $50 family cap
Register here!
3401 Trenholm Road, Columbia
June 14 – 17, 2026: 5:30 – 8:15, Laurel Baptist Church, free dinner at 5:30 pm, VBS is for all ages. We provide nursery and non rotating classes for 3 & 4 year olds. VBS community day on Saturday, June 20th for the whole family! Register in advance to save on time.
June 14 – 17, 2026: 6 – 8 pm Saxe Gotha Presbyterian Church, ages rising 4k through 6th grade, 5503 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington
June 14 – 17, 2026: Beulah UMC – Check website for more details.
1577 Old State Road, Gaston
June 14 – 19, 2026: 5:30 – 8:00 pm Edmund First Baptist Church – Ages 2 and up
6256 Edmund Highway, Lexington
June 15 – 18, 2026: 9 – 11:15 am Union United Methodist Church, Children ages 4 (by 9/1/2026) through finished 5th grade
7582 Woodrow Street, Irmo
June 15 – 18, 2026: 9 am – Noon, Eastminster Presbyterian – Rising 4K to rising 6th graders, Cost – $20 for 4K to 4th grade and $30 for 5th and 6th grade, Register HERE.
3200 Trenholm Road, Columbia
June 15 – 18, 2026: 9 am – Noon, Shandon Baptist Church, Rising kindergarteners to completed 5th grade
5250 Forest Drive, Columbia
June 15 – 19, 2026: 9 am – Noon, Spring Valley Baptist Church, completed 3K (age 3 by 9/1/25) – completed 7th grade
91 Polo Road, Columbia, SC
June 15 – 19, 2026: 6 – 8:45 pm Oakwood Baptist, completed kindergarten – 5th grade
3520 Mineral Springs Road, Lexington
June 15 – 19, 2026: Times vary based on age, Northeast Presbyterian Church, Ages: 3 (by 1/1/2026 and potty trained) through 6th grade, Cost is based on age group.
601 Polo Road, Columbia
June 21 – 24, 2026: 6:30 – 8:30 pm, Northside Baptist Church – Lexington campus; Open to children who have completed K4 through 4th grade. Register online for Northside Summer Fest.
4347 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington
June 21 – 26, 2026: 6 to 8:30 pm, 12 Springs Community Church, Ages: Kindergarten through 5th grade, Register online. Free
5236 Sunset Blvd, Lexington
June 22 – 24, 2026: 6 – 8 pm, Seacoast Church – Columbia – Kids’ Camp, See website for more details.
631 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia
June 22 – 25, 2026: 5 – 7:30 pm, Salem United Methodist Church, Register Here!
1321 Salem Church Road, Irmo
June 22 – 25, 2026: 5:45 – 8:00 Grace Baptist Church
416 Denham Ave, West Columbia
June 22 – 25, 2026: 6 pm – 8:30 pm, Spring Valley Presbyterian Church, participants must have a DOB prior to September 1, 2022, cost is $20/child
125 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia
July 2026 VBS Programs in Columbia, SC
July 11 – 13, 2026: 6 – 8:00 pm, Red Bank UMC, Dinner, Bible Lesson, Craft, Games, and more!
2909 Old Barnwell Road, Lexington
July 13 – 16, 2026: Emmanuel Lutheran Church VBS begins each night with a dinner at 5:45 pm. There will also be programs and activities for children and adults. Visit their website to register and for more information.
2491 Emanuel Church Road, West Columbia
July 13 – 17, 2026: 9 am – 12:30 pm, Harvest Church, Register online for Live it Out VBS (for rising 1st graders through 5th grade).
4865 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington
Add your VBS!
If you are a coordinator for a VBS program and would like your program listed, please email Maria@Kiddingaroundgreenville.com.
More VBS 2026: TBD
The churches below hosted VBS programs last year. We’ll be updating our list as dates are announced.
Asbury Memorial UMC
1005 Asbury Drive, Columbia
Calvary Chapel Northeast
577 W Killian Road, Columbia
Gateway Baptist Church
1651 Dutch Fork Road, Irmo
Lugoff First Baptist Church
106 Longtown Road, Lugoff
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