As summer quickly approaches, families in Martin County are making plans for their kids to have special experiences throughout the summer months. One option for kids during the summer are local Vacation Bible Schools (VBS). These typically week-long programs hosted by churches give children an opportunity to explore faith, make new friends, and enjoy fun activities such as crafts and music. The other great thing about Vacation Bible School? It is usually free or low-cost, making it accessible to most families.
I've rounded up Vacation Bible Schools and low-cost faith-based camps in Stuart, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, and Palm City to make it easy to plan out your summer. If you know of a VBS I've missed, please send me the information at alisone@macaronikid.com.
If you're looking for summer camps, check out our Summer Camp Guide.
Listed in chronological order
Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
Date & Time: June 8–12, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM
Location: Palm City Presbyterian Church, 2700 SW Martin Hwy, Palm City, FL
Contact: jessica@palmcitypres.org
Ages: Age 4–6th grade
Cost: $40/child
Registration: Register online - click here
Emerald Crossing: An Irish Adventure Through Psalm 23
Date & Time: June 8–11, 2026 from 6–8 PM
Location: The Grace Place, 1550 SE Salerno Road, Stuart, FL 34997
Contact: 772-287-6388
Ages: Entering kindergarten–5th grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Register online - click here
Kingdom Quest: An Epic Journey to Discover God's Kingdom
Date & Time: June 15–19, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM
Location: Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2655 Immanuel Drive, Palm City, FL
Contact: brittanyperalta@ilcbethelight.org or (772) 287-8188
Ages: VPK–5th Grade | If your child is older, they can volunteer
Cost: $40/child
Registration: Register online - click here
Rainforest Falls at Camp Ascent
Date & Time: June 15–19, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM
Location: Ascent Church, 4175 SE Cove Road, Stuart, FL 34997
Contact: info@ascent.cc
Ages: 3 years–5th grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Register online—waitlist currently available
Rainforest Falls: Exploring the Nature of God
Date & Time: June 15–19, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM
Location: All Saints' Episcopal Church, 2303 NE Seaview Drive, Jensen Beach, FL
Contact: Karen Neff at gatorcabin@aol.com
Ages: completed VPK–5th Grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Call Karen Neff at 561-758-5276
Illumination Station: Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is
Dates & Time: June 22–26, 2026 from 9 AM–12 PM
Location: First Baptist Stuart, 201 SW Ocean Blvd, Stuart, FL 34994
Contact: 772-287-7422
Ages: VPK Completed–5th Grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Register online–click here
Date & Time: June 22–25, 2026 from 9–11:55 AM
Location: First United Methodist Church Stuart, 1500 S Kanner Hwy, Stuart, FL
Contact: info@stuartfumc.org
Ages: Completed Kindergarten through 5th grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Register online - click here
Date & Time: July 20–24, 2026 from 6:30–8:30 PM
Location: Palm City New Hope, 3900 SW Citrus Blvd, Palm City, FL 34990
Contact: 772-283-8343
Ages:
Cost: Free
Registration: Register online - click here
Emerald Crossing: An Irish Adventure Through Psalm 23
Date & Time: 2026 dates not released yet—check back later!
Location: Community Baptist Church, 777 SE Salerno Road, Stuart, FL
Contact:
Ages: 4 year to 5th grade
Cost: Free
Registration: Registration not open yet
*First United Methodist Church of Hobe Sound usually does a VBS, but we're waiting for this year's information.
If your church is hosting VBS, please contact Alison at alisone@macaronikid.com with your information. Don't forget to share this guide! If you're looking for more content like this, be sure to sign up for our free weekly emails. We share lots of local information and events!
