Vacation Bible School at
Hope Waukee
Vacation Bible School is the “can’t-miss” event of the summer for kids
age 3 – grade 5 and volunteers! At VBS, you can expect hilarious skits, fun music, engaging Bible stories, awesome crafts, great snacks and more!

July 21-25
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
(age 4 – grade 5*)
Session 1 has reached it’s capacity for registration so the registration is now closed. HOWEVER, we have plenty of room at our evening Session 2! There are also other morning sessions at some of the other campuses West Des Moines and Ankeny!

July 21-25
6:00-8:00 pm
(age 3 – grade 5*)
Session 2 has started, but walk-ins are welcome! Please register in person.
*denotes fall 2025 age group/grade
Daily Snack List
Monday: Animal Crackers
Tuesday: Granola Bars
Wednesday: Goldfish
Thursday: Popcorn
Friday: Freezer Pops
Volunteer Opportunities
VBS is happening NOW! But that doesn’t mean you can’t still join in on the fun. We are always looking for more volunteers! To sign up, please arrive at Hope 45 minutes before VBS begins (8:15 am for the morning session and 5:15 pm for the evening session) to receive a T-shirt, your volunteer assignment, and training.

Adult volunteers must be 18 years and older.

Junior volunteers is for students going into grades 6-12.

If you have registration questions or would like more information about VBS, please email [email protected] or call 515-264-2000.
All Hope VBS Locations

Hope West Des Moines VBS

Hope Ames VBS

Hope Ankeny VBS

Hope+Elim VBS

Hope Grimes VBS

Hope Iowa City VBS
