Back to School Events in Central Florida
Back to School Events in Central Florida 2023 – We’re working to look ahead and find fun family events for back to school happening in Central Florida for your family. This is our Back to School Events Guide for 2023! If you think we’ve missed something, email us at Newsletter@MyCentralFloridaFamily.com or click here. We’ll continue adding fun back to school events as we find them.
And be sure to check out our DAILY CALENDAR for even more back to school events.
There are tons of Back to School Events happening in Central Florida. We’ve started our list, but more events are sure to pop up leading up to back to school season. Be sure to check back often!
And be sure to check out our DAILY CALENDAR for even more back to school events.
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Florida Kids and Family Expo
Orange County Convention Center
August 12-13, 2023
More Info: While not officially a back to school event, the Florida Kids and Family Expo offers connections to resources for back to school. This event happens the week after the first week of school for most students. We hope to see you there!
12th Annual Back to School Expo
Altamonte Mall
August 5, 2023 | 11 AM to 4 PM
More Info: The Back to School Expo is an exclusive opportunity for parents, teachers and others to connect face-to-face with education, health and family focused organizations and companies.
Back to School Spirit Night Competition
Elev8 Fun
August 8, 2023 | noon to 10 PM
More Info: Seminole County Public School students and faculty will soon have the opportunity to enjoy a fun-filled day before school starts while also raising money for their school.
2023 Back to School Tax Savings Event
More Info: Enjoy BACK TO SCHOOL savings with the Tax Holiday from the state of Florida! From July 24 – August 6, 2023, you can save 6-7% on all of your back to school shopping items and supplies. Click the image to get all the details.
Back to School Bash
Avalon Park
July 29, 2023
More Info: Free school supplies will be given out to elementary and middle school students. One bag per student, student must be present. While supplies last. If you would like to donate supplies, please bring them to Avalon Park YMCA or Encore by July 28th.
Ocoee Residents Community Resource Fair Back to School Drive
Ocoee
July 22, 2023 | 12 PM to 3 PM
More Info: Are you a community resident looking for more resources for your family and friends? Are you in need of backpacks and supplies for school? This year we’ll have Backpacks, School Supplies, Organizations with youth & family resources, a step team, selfie station and more!
Wayne Densch YMCA Back to School Celebration
Orlando
July 29, 2023 | 10 AM to 1 PM
More Info: Participants will receive backpacks with school supplies to help them get started in elementary, middle, or high school. The event will also consist of other fun activities like free haircuts, prize giveaways, games and music, and additional parental resources.
Back to School Bash at Florida Technical College Kissimmee
Kissimmee
July 29, 2023 | 11 AM to 3 PM
More Info: Free backpacks with school supplies, raffles, haircuts, and family activities
Back to School at Florida Technical College Orlando
Florida Technical College at Orlando and Kissimmee campuses
July 29, 2023 | 11 AM to 1 PM
More Info: Come and visit us to enjoy multiple activities, music, and more! We will be giving away hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies. -Free Backpacks with School Supplies!* -Electronic Device […]
Back to School Bash at Encore at Avalon Park
Orlando
July 29, 2023 | 10 AM – 12 PM
More Info: Free school supplies will be given out to elementary and middle school students. One bag per student, student must be present. While supplies last.
Back to School at Blanchard Park
Blanchard Park Orlando
July 29, 2023 | 12 PM – 3 PM
More Info: Free Backpacks with school supplies, electronic device raffles, food trucks, entertainment and family activities.
Back to School DeLand at Florida Technical College
DeLand
July 29, 2023 | 11 AM – 1 PM
More Info: Free Backpacks with school supplies, electronic device raffles, food trucks, entertainment and family activities.
Faith Assembly Back to School Bash
Faith Assembly (3 Locations)
July 29, 2023 | 10 AM to 1 PM
More Info: Our annual Back to School Bash is designed to provide families-in-need with essentials for the back-to-school season! Join us at any one of our three Central Florida locations on Saturday, July 29. We’ll be offering free backpacks full of school supplies, basic health screenings, haircuts and more. The event kicks off at 10am and resources are available while supplies lasts!
Backpack Bash with Faith Christian Fellowship in Tavares
Tavares
July 29, 2023 | 11 AM to 1 PM
More Info: Join us for the end of summer splash, Backpack Bash! A fun filled afternoon for the community with bounce house, slide, cool games and kid’s activities! Free food, lots of giveaways, toys, gift cards and more.
Longwood Police Explorers Back to School
Longwood
July 30, 2023 | 8 AM – 2 PM
More Info: The Longwood Police Department is hosting our 4th Annual back-to-school event. We will be giving away 600 backpacks filled with school supplies as well as a gift card towards new shoes from Shoe Carnival. A TICKET TO RECEIVE THE FREE BACKPACKS WILL BE REQUIRED. Tickets can be picked up by families in need from the front lobby at the Longwood Police Department located at 235 West Church Avenue, Longwood on certain days.
Men’s Closet Back 2 School Backpack Giveaway
Men’s Closet Orlando
July 30, 2023 | 10 AM to 2 PM
More Info: This is a local neighborhood event to give back to our community. We are giving away backpacks, school supplies, personal hygiene items, free hair braiding and free haircuts to kids and teens. The event will feature family friendly activities like face painting, balloon animals, free food, and a video gaming truck.
Winter Garden Back to School Bash
Winter Garden
August 5, 2023 | 11 AM – 4 PM
More Info: Get the supplies you need to head back to school while enjoying a fun end-of-summer event!
Back to School Marketplace Inside Seminole Towne Center
Sanford
August 5, 2023 | 11 AM – 5:30 PM
More Info: Beat the Heat at our INDOORS Back To School Marketplace Located INSIDE the old H & M store in the Lower a level INSIDE the Seminole Towne Center Mall in Sanford.
Voices Community Outreach Annual Backpack Giveaway
Charity & Love
August 5, 2023 | 11 AM to 1:30 PM
More Info: The Back to School Expo is an exclusive opportunity for parents, teachers and others to connect face-to-face with education, health and family focused organizations and companies.
Oviedo Mall Back to School
Oviedo
August 5, 2023 | 11:30 AM – 2:30 PM
More Info: Get ready to kick off the school year in style with our exciting school supply scavenger hunt! Children 12 and under are invited to join us on August 5, 2023, beginning at 11:30am-1:00pm (or while supplies last) for a day filled with fun and freebies. Participants receive a beautiful new backpack, courtesy of Precious Fine Jewelers. Follow the Supply Stop Map and visit various stores around the mall to collect your school supplies.
Studio Maxx Orlando Back to School Supply Giveaway
Oviedo
August 6, 2023 | 3 – 6:30 PM
More Info: Back to school supply giveaway and festival. Free supplies, DJ & Live Music, Games, Food & Drinks, Raffles & More. Adults $5, Children free
Inspiring Hands Back to School Bash
Reiter Park Longwood
August 6, 2023 | 4 – 7 PM
More Info: FREE haircuts, backpacks, school supplies, and firrst day of school photos (while supplies last. First come, first serve).
Back-2-School at Waterford Lakes Town Center
Waterford Lakes Town Center
August 6, 2023 | 11 – 4 PM
More Info: Mark your calendars to join us on August 6th 11am-4pm at Waterford Lakes Town Center, in front of ZAZA’s cafe for a day filled with vendors, crafts and much more. Advent Health will be having a contest to win 4 Disney tickets and giveaways.
School Schedules
If you’re wondering when school starts for your kiddos or what their vacation days will be…we have them for you! Click here or the image below.
Don’t forget to check out the 2023 Florida Kids and Family Expo August 12-13, 2023 at the Orange County Convention Center. Tickets are on sale now! Click here for details.
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