2023 Guide to VBS in Collin County

Guide to VBS in Collin County

We’re always on the lookout for things to do with kids during summer break. How about some affordable VBS? Our guide will help you find a VBS in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, and more. Register now to reserve your spot before they fill up!

Note for those with older children: Many VBS programs are interested in teen volunteers. Look for details at the church links below.

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Allen :: Cottonwood Creek Church
Come on this “Stellar” journey and worship, have fun, and learn about Jesus! Register your kids (ages four years – 5th grade) by May 28.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Allen :: First Baptist Church
This year’s “Twists and Turns” VBS kicks off on Sunday, June 4, at 6:00 p.m.! Then enjoy four days of themed fun, including crazy hat day, game day, and more. Register your kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade online.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Celina :: Immaculate Conception Parish
This year’s “Playing for God’s Team” VBS kicks off June 5! Bring your kids (entering kindergarten – 4th grade) our for songs and snacks, crafts, Scripture stories, and more!

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Frisco and other campuses :: The Trails Church
Kids ages four years — completed 4th grade are invited to come out for this year’s “Twists and Turns” VBS! Space is limited so hurry over to the site and reserve a spot at your preferred campus.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $12

Lavon :: First Baptist Church
Kids who have completed kindergarten – 5th grade are invited to come out for this year’s “Arts and Sports Camp!” This event will incorporate your child’s choice of either sports or fine arts, plus lots of worship, Bible lessons, and fun!

Dates: June 6 – 8, 2023
Hours: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 registration fee


McKinney :: First United Methodist
Register online for either a morning or evening VBS at FUM McKinney! Kids ages four years — 5th grade are invited to come out for a week of storytelling, games, arts and crafts, snacks, and more during this “Hero Hotline” VBS.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (morning VBS session)
6:00 P.M. – 8:30 p.m. (evening VBS session)
Cost: $5


McKinney :: St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church
Kids three years — 5th grade are invited to come out for a “Stellar” week of VBS! Space is limited and registration closes May 29, or when capacity is reached. See website for more details.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Cost: $60


Plano :: Christ Church
Christ Church Family Ministry presents a “Stellar” VBS! This event is for kids currently in pre-k — 5th grade. Registration ends May 21. Discounts are available for three or more siblings.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $45


Plano :: Parkway Hills Church
“Twists and Turns” VBS is coming to Parkway Hills Church! Kids ages four years — completed 5th grade are invited to come out for a few days of crazy fun, Bible lessons, and exciting games.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free


Plano + Prosper :: Prestonwood Baptist Church
“Adventure Week” is coming to the Plano and North campuses! Kids ages three years — 6th grade are invited to come out for a few days of crazy fun, Bible lessons, and exciting games.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free


Wylie :: The Cross Church
There is no cost to register your kids for this year’s “On the Case” VBS! Open for kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free


Carrolton :: First Baptist Church at the Fields
Level up your VBS experience with a week of “Twists and Turns!” Kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade can register online for this free event.

Dates: June 12 – 16, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Prosper :: Rock Creek Church
Level up your VBS experience with a week of “Twists and Turns!” Kids ages four years — completed 5th grade can register online for this event.

Dates: June 12 – 14, 2023
Hours: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: 


Allen :: St. Jude Catholic Parish
Non-volunteer families may register for this year’s “Stellar” VBS here. Please see website and contact St. Jude for more details.

Dates: June 19 – 23, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: TBD


Dallas :: The Church at Junius Heights
Join this year’s “Twists and Turns” Bible camp for a week of faith-building fun! Register your kids (four years – 5th grade) online today.

Dates: June 19 – 23, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Dallas, Garland, and Plano :: One Community Church
It’s time to follow Jesus here, there, and everywhere – at this year’s “Ready Set Move!” VBS. Kids kindergarten – 5th grade may register online.

Dates: June 26 – 29, 2023
Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20


Frisco East and West, McKinney :: Hope Fellowship
Join the “Monumental” adventure at Hope Fellowship! Register by June 5 to get the early bird sale! Open to kids who have completed kindergarten – 5th grade.

Dates: June 26 – 29, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 (early bird price) $25 (after June 5)


Allen :: First United Methodist
Ready for some fun with the “Hero Hotline” team? Kids entering kindergarten — 6th grade are invited to register online for four days of fun!

Dates: July 10 – 14, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


McKinney :: Christ Fellowship
“Ready, Set, Move” on over for VBS! This year’s event offers a morning and evening session for preschool and elementary age kids. See site for full details.

Dates: July 17 – 21, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (preschool session)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (elementary session)
Cost: FREE


June 5 – 9

Allen :: Cottonwood Creek Church
Come on this “Stellar” journey and worship, have fun, and learn about Jesus! Register your kids (ages four years – 5th grade) by May 28.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Allen :: First Baptist Church
This year’s “Twists and Turns” VBS kicks off on Sunday, June 4, at 6:00 p.m.! Then enjoy four days of themed fun, including crazy hat day, game day, and more. Register your kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade online.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Celina :: Immaculate Conception Parish
This year’s “Playing for God’s Team” VBS kicks off June 5! Bring your kids (entering kindergarten – 4th grade) our for songs and snacks, crafts, Scripture stories, and more!

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Frisco and other campuses :: The Trails Church
Kids ages four years — completed 4th grade are invited to come out for this year’s “Twists and Turns” VBS! Space is limited so hurry over to the site and reserve a spot at your preferred campus.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $12

Lavon :: First Baptist Church
Kids who have completed kindergarten – 5th grade are invited to come out for this year’s “Arts and Sports Camp!” This event will incorporate your child’s choice of either sports or fine arts, plus lots of worship, Bible lessons, and fun!

Dates: June 6 – 8, 2023
Hours: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 registration fee


McKinney :: First United Methodist
Register online for either a morning or evening VBS at FUM McKinney! Kids ages four years — 5th grade are invited to come out for a week of storytelling, games, arts and crafts, snacks, and more during this “Hero Hotline” VBS.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (morning VBS session)
6:00 P.M. – 8:30 p.m. (evening VBS session)
Cost: $5


McKinney :: St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church
Kids three years — 5th grade are invited to come out for a “Stellar” week of VBS! Space is limited and registration closes May 29, or when capacity is reached. See website for more details.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Cost: $60


Plano :: Christ Church
Christ Church Family Ministry presents a “Stellar” VBS! This event is for kids currently in pre-k — 5th grade. Registration ends May 21. Discounts are available for three or more siblings.

Dates: June 5 – 9, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $45


Plano :: Parkway Hills Church
“Twists and Turns” VBS is coming to Parkway Hills Church! Kids ages four years — completed 5th grade are invited to come out for a few days of crazy fun, Bible lessons, and exciting games.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free


Plano + Prosper :: Prestonwood Baptist Church
“Adventure Week” is coming to the Plano and North campuses! Kids ages three years — 6th grade are invited to come out for a few days of crazy fun, Bible lessons, and exciting games.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free


Wylie :: The Cross Church
There is no cost to register your kids for this year’s “On the Case” VBS! Open for kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade.

Dates: June 5 – 8, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Cost: Free


June 12 – 16

Carrolton :: First Baptist Church at the Fields
Level up your VBS experience with a week of “Twists and Turns!” Kids who have completed kindergarten — 5th grade can register online for this free event.

Dates: June 12 – 16, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


Prosper :: Rock Creek Church
Level up your VBS experience with a week of “Twists and Turns!” Kids ages four years — completed 5th grade can register online for this event.

Dates: June 12 – 14, 2023
Hours: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: 


June 19 – 23

Allen :: St. Jude Catholic Parish
Non-volunteer families may register for this year’s “Stellar” VBS here. Please see website and contact St. Jude for more details.

Dates: June 19 – 23, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: TBD


Dallas :: The Church at Junius Heights
Join this year’s “Twists and Turns” Bible camp for a week of faith-building fun! Register your kids (four years – 5th grade) online today.

Dates: June 19 – 23, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


June 26 - 30

Dallas, Garland, and Plano :: One Community Church
It’s time to follow Jesus here, there, and everywhere – at this year’s “Ready Set Move!” VBS. Kids kindergarten – 5th grade may register online.

Dates: June 26 – 29, 2023
Hours: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $20


Frisco East and West, McKinney :: Hope Fellowship
Join the “Monumental” adventure at Hope Fellowship! Register by June 5 to get the early bird sale! Open to kids who have completed kindergarten – 5th grade.

Dates: June 26 – 29, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $20 (early bird price) $25 (after June 5)


July 10 – 14

Allen :: First United Methodist
Ready for some fun with the “Hero Hotline” team? Kids entering kindergarten — 6th grade are invited to register online for four days of fun!

Dates: July 10 – 14, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE


July 17 – 21

McKinney :: Christ Fellowship
“Ready, Set, Move” on over for VBS! This year’s event offers a morning and evening session for preschool and elementary age kids. See site for full details.

Dates: July 17 – 21, 2023
Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. (preschool session)
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (elementary session)
Cost: FREE


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11 COMMENTS

  1. I am VBS Director for Shawnee Trail Church of Christ. We have Shipwrecked VBS on July 10-12, from 5:30 to 8:15 p.m. Ages 4 through entering 6th grade. Free. Registration deadline is Friday, July 6.

    • Thanks! I just checked, and all the Prince of Peace links are working for me. Maybe it was a brief issue on their end? Hopefully you were able to get in!

  2. Meadows Baptist Church
    Event Date/Time:
    July 27-30
    6:00 – 8:30 PM
    Cost: FREE
    Location:
    3001 Los Rios Blvd Plano TX 75704

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