Overview
Ready to commence countdown on the best weekend of summer? At Galaxy VBS, the Bible Point is carefully integrated into each station’s activities as you take kids on a cosmic journey through faith, fun, and unforgettable Bible adventures.
One easy-to-learn Bible truth at Group’s Weekend VBS! Kids venture deep into Scripture for Bible-learning that sticks long after your VBS ends. Every song, game, hands-on experience, and Bible adventure points kids toward one important truth from the Bible—that God loves us, so…love each other!
Your Plus Digital Starter Kit includes everything you need to start planning a truly memorable Galaxy vacation Bible school. Galaxy Weekend VBS 2026 is easy for leaders with only 25 minutes of material to prep, easy on your budget with fewer supplies and lower costs to keep VBS affordable, and easy to remember with a single Bible point reinforced daily at every station.
Due to copyright restrictions, any starter kit that has been returned with the Digital Download Access Code being used will not be eligible for a refund.
Digital files will be available to access on January 2, 2026. The access code for the digital files is included as a label inside your starter kit can/box.
What's Included
- Galaxy Director Manual: contains everything you need to plan a successful program, recruit and train volunteers, publicize your program, and follow up with families after the big event.
- Galaxy Program Resources DVD: This Resources DVD is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want extras for volunteers and leaders—it’s loaded with great information and tools, including:
- A one-minute overview to give you (and your congregation) a quick glimpse of the fun that awaits them at Galaxy VBS.
- A “walk-through” segment that’s filled with practical tips and fun ideas to build confidence in volunteers and make them excited to serve.
- ”Kid story” segments to show during each day’s wrap up.
- 6 Leader Manuals:
- Out-of-This-World Bible Adventures Leader Manual
- Have-a-Blast Games Leader Manual
- Music & More and Mission Send-Off Leader Manual
- Projects-With-a-Purpose Leader Manual
- Spotlight VBS Leader Manual
- Ponderosa Preschool Space Place Leader Manual
- Galaxy Music Leader Version 2-CD Set: This 2-disc set includes everything on the Galaxy Music CD, plus instrumental-only tracks and PowerPoint slides of the song lyrics. One is included in your Starter Kit, but you may want extras to share with volunteers.
- Galaxy Clip Art & Resources CD: You'll want this CD for fun clip art plus photocopiable forms and program resources like the gift tags for the service projects and more.
- Bible Memory Buddy Sample: Surprise kids and remind them that God stays close to us with their own wearable, durable, shareable Bible Memory Buddy. Each plastic tag features Gizmo, a lovable robot, and has the key Bible verse printed right on the back. Kids can carry him with them on their Galaxy Carabiners. Make sure every kid receives a Bible Memory Buddy during session 1 of Projects-With-a-Purpose. These sell in packages of 5. (Preschoolers receive their Bible Memory Buddy on Day 2 in Bible Adventures.).
- "God Loves You" Wristband Sample: During the Sunday Celebration, kids each receive a “God Loves You” Wristband in a touching, memorable way. Made of child-safe silicone, these wristbands can be worn throughout Galaxy VBS and after to remind kids of how we can share God’s love with others. Order enough for each kid. These sell in packages of 10. Ages 3+
- Galaxy Follow-Up Foto Frame™ Sample: Snap a photo of each child and then place the photos in these mailable frames. There’s room to write or stamp your church’s name and an invitation to come back for more fun. These sell in packages of 10. 4 in. x 6 in.
- Name Badge Sample: Keeping track of kids is easy with Galaxy name badges. Plus, during Music & More in session 1, kids choose daily Crew jobs, which are listed on the back of each badge. The 4⅛ in. x 2¾ in. badges sell in packages of 10 and fi t perfectly in the sturdy Name Badge Holder (assorted green, blue, and orange colors) that includes a child-safe breakaway clasp. Ages 3+
- Publicity Poster Sample: An easy way to get everyone blasting off to VBS! These sell in packages of 5 and are each 17 in. x 22 in.
Plus Digital Access to:
- All the leader guides in PDF format
- All the Galaxy songs in MP3 format (instrumentals too!)
- Complete song lyrics in PowerPoint slide format
- All the Galaxy music videos in MP4 format
- The complete collection of clip art in format
- All the contents of the Program Resources DVD in MP4 format
How it Works
Each day at Galaxy VBS, kids orbit around field-tested rotations that reinforce relevant Bible Points and immerse kids in new adventures.
Learn about each Galaxy VBS station:
Daily Bible Content
At Galaxy vacation Bible school, kids experience God’s Word in surprising and unforgettable ways! Each day, leaders reinforce one simple Bible truth—which makes it easy for kids to remember and apply to real life!
Bible Point:
God loves us, so…love each other!
Key Bible Verse:
“Let us continue to love one another, for love comes from God.” (1 John 4:7)
Day 1 Bible Story:
Men bring their friend to Jesus for healing. (Luke 5:17-26)
Day 2 Bible Story:
Jesus dies and comes back to life. (Matthew 27:11–28:20)
Decorating
Group makes it easy to bring wide-open spaces into your church with a beautiful fabric backdrop, giant decorating posters, and a few easy accents. Just one look and kids will know they’re in for the best weekend of the summer!
Music
These are songs of God’s good gifts! High-energy music, timeless songs celebrating Jesus’ birth, and favorite classics all lassoed together in praise!
Shine
Love Round
He Is the Light
Nothing Could Keep Me From You
All That I Am (Psalm 103:1)
Learn More
Learn more about Galaxy VBS 2026, where you'll send kids on a cosmic journey through faith, fun, and unforgettable Bible adventures.
What churches say about past Weeknd VBS programs!
Helpful reviews of past Weekend VBS programs from your friends in ministry.
