Kids Day Camp 2026
Registration is open
Scroll down, read through the class descriptions, and then click the link to sign up!
Camp Dates - Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 9, 9:00am-12:00pm
Slideshow & Closing Worship - Thursday, July 9, 11:30am-12:15pm (Parents, friends, grandparents welcome)
THEME: Kingdom Quest
During worship at our Day Camp, kids will journey through the life of Jesus and discover what it means to be part of God’s Kingdom. Along the way, they’ll follow the story of Peter—one of Jesus’ closest friends—watching how he learns to trust Jesus, even when he doesn’t fully understand what Jesus is doing.
Each day brings a new moment from Jesus’ ministry: experiencing His love, seeing His power, learning from His teachings, and discovering the hope He brings through His death and resurrection. Through these stories, kids will see that Jesus invites ordinary people—like Peter, and like us—into the extraordinary adventure of following Him and living as part of God’s Kingdom!
CLASSES:
Kids Day Camp (aka VBS) at Harbert Community Church is a little different from most! We offer a wide selection of unique, skill and interested based classes. Kids get to choose two classes based on their interests.
Each day begins and ends with worship and bible storytelling together as a large group. In between, kids attend two 45-minute camp classes. When registering, each child selects two classes that they will participate in each day for the full four-day camp. This gives kids time to learn, build skills, try new things, and grow as the creative, imaginative, wonder-filled children God made them to be. It can be tough to choose only two classes for the whole week! The good news is that many classes return each year—so kids can come back next summer and try something new.
2026 Classes and Descriptions
Before registering, it is highly recommended that you read through the class descriptions below. We have many classes that are returning again and few new ones! Please honor age and grade limits when choosing classes. Some teachers set age ranges because of the complexity of projects or activities, and we want every child to have the best experience possible.
The following classes are open to all grades, K-5
Garden Club - Kids get a chance to build a fairy/gnome gardens in a basket, rock painting, birdhouses, and more. Let your creativity run wild!
Lego Challenge - You’ll be challenged daily with Lego Building Challenges. Complete enough of them and win a small reward. There is also space and plenty of time to show off and hone your own skills during free builds.
Beading & Jewelry - Learn how to make bracelets, necklaces, and beautiful jewelry with our beading expert. Make gifts for friends, design your own, and discover new skills.
Art and Crafts - Join other young arts and crafts lovers in a variety of projects and styles. If you like to create and want to build on your skills, you’ll love this class (our instructor wants campers to know that some projects may include “jewelry and other girly stuff.”)
Fun in the Kitchen - If you like to bake and have fun in the kitchen, this class if for you. You create, you cook, you prep, and you eat! (You’ll notice when registering that this class is split into two groups—one is K-2nd, and the other 3rd-5th. This allows the teachers to cater the cooking and baking to a more appropriate developmental ability).
Paint, Cut, Collage! - This class allows kids to use their imaginations and freely create. You’ll get to paint and then discover how to transform your work into all kinds of new creations like collages, cards, and pictures.
Chess Club - If you love games, this may be the class for you! You’ll learn how to play chess. Not only will we learn to play and how to move and adapt with a plan and a mission, but we’ll play games, overcome challenges, and see who can reign King in this battle of brains.
Drama Club - This is a great chance to act and have fun as you learn, practice, and perform a play in four days! No experience necessary. This is a great club to explore the wonders of theater. Campers must be able to attend on Thursday when they will perform at our closing ceremony.
Sports and Fitness Fun - Get ready to move, play, and have a blast with exciting games, sports, and fitness challenges! Build skills, make friends, and discover how fun staying active can be.
Nature Hiking and Adventure - Explore the great outdoors with fun hikes, nature discoveries, and exciting adventures along the way! Kids will learn about God’s creation, spot cool plants and animals, and enjoy the thrill of exploring together. (Campers in this class will need a signed travel and permission release form; you will be contacted after registering with details.)
Paws for Humanity - Campers will visit Paw for Humanity, which is “A sanctuary, not a petting zoo.” Just one mile from the church, campers will encounter rescued outdoor domestic and farm animals in their new forever home. They will get to learn about the animals, their sanctuary, help out a bit, and participate in the mission—people helping animals, animals helping people. (Campers in this class will need a signed travel and permission release form; you will be contacted after registering with details.)
The following classes are limited to students 2nd grade and up (given the complexity of some of the projects)
Stem and Robotics Lab (2nd-5th grades only) - Led by the Robotarians Robotics team (some who are members of HCC), you’ll get to explore the basics of robotics; building, inventing, and quite possibly constructing a bot out of legos. Come with an open mind, and you will grow!
Wood Projects (2nd-5th grades only) - A great chance to create a couple of cool, useful projects out of wood. Technical skills are not required, but campers should be able to use a hammer, screwdriver, sandpaper and a few other basic tools.
Aerobic Dancing (2nd-5th grades only) - Campers who like to be active, enjoy music, and a little bit of dancing, this class is for you. Each day you’ll enjoy exercise that combines rhythmic movement that involve stretching and strengthening.
Outdoor Life (2nd-5th grades only) - A basic outdoor camping and adventure class where you’ll get to learn things like how to successfully build a fire, cook over a fire, and grow your outdoor camp skills. There is nothing better than exploring and embracing the outdoors!
Decorative Sign Design (2nd-5th grades only) - This is a fun, hands-on class where students create their own custom decorative signs to decorate their room or home. Using paint, drawing, and simple materials, we’ll design something that shows-off their personality and passions. Each student will leave with finished signs they can proudly display.
…don’t forget to invite your friends to join you for a AMAZING week.
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We do not offer camp options for Preschool children or younger.
Registration closes on June 21st. We need this extra time to complete organization of classes and students. We cannot accept late registrations and do not take any walk-ins.
