2023 Back to School Events
We've rounded up a list of FREE supply events happening in Palm Beach and Treasure Coast counties. Some events also offer school physicals, haircuts and other activities. Please be aware that you may need to register in advance…and for some events are limited while supplies last.
Back to School Sales Tax Holiday is from July 25 to August 7 - No sales tax is collected on purchases of uniforms, clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $100 or less per item. Certain school supplies selling for the price of $50 or less.
Utiles escolares gratis, examines fisicos, cortes de cabello, etc, para el regreso a la escuela. Algunos requieren registrarse*
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Click here to download printable list
Back to School Event
Wed. July 19th - 8:00am until supplies run out
Welcome Center 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. Bldg. E
Free back to school physicals, immunizations, refreshments, and school supplies.
Back to School Bash
Sat. July 22nd, 11 am-2 pm
Cunningham Park 1659 W. 29th St., Riviera Beach
561-255-7711
Free food, haircuts, HIV/STI testing, bookbags with supplies. While supplies last.
Back to School Bash
Sat. July 26th 9 am - 6 pm
Community Health Center of WPB
5205 Greenwood Ave., West Palm Beach
561-840-8681
Must call to pre-register*. Limited spots available. Free school supplies, physicals, and vaccines. Free dental, vision, and hearing screenings.
Back to School Event
Fri. July 28th 10 am - 12 pm
1140 NE 18th St., Belle Glade
561-983-8496
Free haircuts, new and gently used uniforms, immunizations, school and sports physicals, and food. DJ Sandy will be providing music.
Back to School Event
Fri. July 28th 5 pm - 6:30 pm
The YMCA 2728 Lake Worth Rd., Lake Worth Beach
561-968-9622
Must register* at the front desk by 7/25/23. Free school supplies. A parent/guardian must be present with the child to receive the supplies. Ages 5-12 only.
Back 2 School Extravaganza
Sat. July 29 10:00 am-1:00 pm
535 Park Avenue, Lake Park, FL 33403
561-840-0160
Free Backpacks, School Supplies & Resources For Students Grades K-12. Parents & Student Must Be Present. . While supplies last.
Back to School Bash
Sat. July 29th, 10 am-2 pm
Norman J. Wimbley Gym 1515 Wingfield St., Lake Worth Beach
561-255-7711
Free backpacks with supplies, free food, and there will be music! While supplies last. Kids must be present to receive backpacks or school supplies. Grades K-12.
Back to School Bash
Sat. July 29 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
The Riviera Beach Marina
190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
561-385-4469
Register* at https://sincere2000foundation.ticketspice.com/back-to-school-bash2023
Free haircuts and manicures, splash pad, music, free food, mental health & suicide prevention pamphlets. . While supplies last.
National Night Out
Hosted by West Palm Beach Police Department
Tuesday, August 1st from 6-10 pm
Tamarind Ave., between 7th and 10th Streets
The National Night Out is an event where law enforcement engage their local community. There will be food, DJ music, bounce house, school supplies and other activities to enjoy.
Back to School Health Fair
Saturday, August 5 8:00 am-1:00 pm
Foundcare 22330 S. Congress Ave, Palm Springs, FL 33406
561-432-5849
Registration* required spaces and supplies limited: go to https://foundcare.org/back2school
A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child. Free backpacks with school supplies, hearing & vision screenings, school physicals, and vaccines. While supplies last.
Back to School Supplies
Saturday, August 5 10 am-1 pm
St John Missionary Baptist Church
900 N Seacrest, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
561-732-2377
Free backpack with school supplies, vendors & activities.
While supplies last.
Delray Beach Parks & Recreation Unity Festival
Sat. August 5 2:00 pm-9:00 pm
Pompey Park 1101 NW 2nd St.
Delray Beach, FL 33444
561-243-7356
Free backpacks with school supplies. While supplies last.
Angel Books Back 2 School Bash
(Registration* starts on June 30) Open till slots are full.
The event will be held August 5 2:00 pm
Mothers Against Murders Association
West Palm, FL 33409 561-324-3701
Must be registered to get in the door. Register online at Mamawpb.org., calling 561-324-3701, or emailing mothersagain@gmail.com
Upon approval, you will receive a confirmation email with the location.
The Paul Colson Foundation
Sat. August 5 3:00 pm-5:00 pm
209 NW 9th Ct., Boynton Beach, FL 33435 561-900-4271
One backpack per child and the child must be present. Food, giveaways, refreshments, and more. While supplies last.
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Treasure Coast County- 2023
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Back to School Expo
Saturday, July 22 8:30-11:00 am
Havert L. Fenn Center 2000 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
772-462-1521
Free Backpacks and school supplies. School physical appointments.Backpacks & school supplies to the first 600 families.
Back to School Bash and Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, July 29 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Stuart Middle School Gym 575 SE Georgia Avenue, Stuart, FL 34994
772-204-3911
Free backpack & school supplies. Vaccinations, school physicals, haircut vouchers.
Back to School Family Fun
Saturday, July 29 11:00 am-1:00 pm
La Porte Farms 7700 129th Street, Sebastian, FL 32958
772-633-0813
Bookbag with school supplies giveaway. Pony ride, child finger painting, face painting, prizes & giveaways.
Kids Kandy Back to School Supply Giveaway
Saturday, July 29 12:00-3:00 pm
Dreamland Park 301 S 25th St, Ft. Pierce, FL 34947
786-868-7943
Free backpacks, school supplies, and shoes.
Christian FM's Back to School Family Expo
Saturday Aug 5 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Mid-Florida Event Center
9221 SE Event Center Place, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
772-772-569-0919 x0
The first 200 families in line get a backpack filled with free supplies & tickets to attractions. One per family. For more information https://www.christianfm.com/backtoschool/
GYAC Back to School Bash & Supply Giveaway
Saturday, Aug 5 9:00 am Until supplies last
Gifford Youth Achievement Center 4875 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach, FL
772-794-1005
Drive-thru Event. Free backpacks and school supplies.
Indiantown Community Outreach in conjunction with Legacy
Saturday, Aug 5 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Post Family Park (Behind Indiantown Library)
15700 SW Warfield Blvd, Indiantown, FL
772-634-2233
Free Backpacks with school supplies. Refreshments.Florida Department of Health providing helmets
Back to School Party
Tuesday August 1st 10:00 am-2:00 pm
2203 Orange Ave PAL Center, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
Parks & Rec: 772-462-1527 SLC Sheriff: 772-672-8795
Free backpacks with school supplies, family fun....
Donations also needed for this event. Accepting donations of school supplies at the FENN center 200 Virginia Ave during normal business hours (772-462-1521)
The Salvation Army St. Lucie & Okeechobee Counties
Back to School Giveaway
Must Register In-Person- Now through July 29th.
St. Lucie County - 3629 S US Hwy 1, Ft Pierce, FL
Okeechobee County - 1600 SW 2nd Ave #B, Okeechobee, FL
Contact: 772-464-4846
Distributions for those registered take place in:
Okeechobee Thursday August 3rd from 9 am to 12 pm
St. Lucie- Friday August 4th from 1-3 pm
Free backpacks & school supplies. Must Register* In-Person at these times and locations: SLC Mon-Fri 1-3 pm at 3629 S US Hwy 1, Ft. Pierce and for Okeechobee Tuesdays 1-3 pm at 1600 SW 2nd Ave #B. Grades K-8. Bring photo ID, birth certificates for each child, and custody papers in the absence of a birth parent. Proof of residency. First come first served.
Care Bag’s Event
Sun. Aug 6th 1pm -7 pm
Mid Florida Event Center
9221 SE Event Center Place
772-871-5225
Haircuts, giveaways and food.