2024 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: beginning Monday, July 29, 2024 and ending on Sunday, August 11, 2024- No sales tax collected on purchases of: learning aids and jigsaw puzzles for $30 or less; most school supplies selling for price of $50 or less; uniforms, clothing, footwear and certain accessories selling for $100 or less per item; computers and related accessories selling for $1500 or less (when purchased for non-commercial and personal use)

Utiles escolares gratis, examines fisicos, cortes de cabello, etc, para el regreso a la escuela. Algunos requieren registrarse*

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Palm Beach County- 2024

Printable list of events- click here

Please check back as we are still in the process of verifying additional events. Last update 6/18/24

Please review each item for any possible registration dates and items that may not be in chronological order- and note that each event will be on a “while supplies last” basis.

Back to School Bash
Iglesia New Life Church
Sat June 29, 2024 10 am-2 pm
2390 South Military Trl, WPB, FL, 33415
milliehope239@gmail.com
Will provide backpacks with school supplies, games, resources and light refreshments. While supplies last.

Back to School Bash- The Foundations School
Sat July 13, 2024 10 am-3 pm
2400 Metrocentre Blvd, WPB, FL 33407
561-805-9927
Free haircuts, children's health services, raffles, backpacks, face painting, eye exams, and more. Campus tours.

Back to School Health Fair
Origin Church
Sun July 14th 10am-2pm
6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, Fl 33415
(877) 674-4465 x3
Free Access to kids immunization, Dental Health, School Physicals, health screenings HIV/STD, blood sugar, blood pressure & more, education, resources & school supplies. Registration link: https://originchurch.com/healthfair/

Back to School Bash
Wed July 17, 2024 9 am - 4 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
Thurs July 18, 2024 - 9:00 am until supplies run out
Welcome Center 3300 Forest Hill Blvd. Bldg. E
561-434-8197
Free back to school (physicals?), immunizations, refreshments, and school supplies.

Angel Books Back 2 School Bash
(Registration* starts on July 25, 2024)
Open till slots are full.
The event will be held August 10, 2024 details to be given when registered.
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.

Back to School Event
Fri. July 26th, 2024 5 pm - 6:30 pm
The YMCA
2728 Lake Worth Rd., Lake Worth Beach
561-968-9622
Must register* at the front desk by 7/1/24 until full.  Free school supplies.  A parent/guardian must be present with the child to receive the supplies.  Ages 5-12 only.

T. Leroy Jefferson Community Health Fair
Sat July 27, 2024 9am-2pm
221 W 13th St. Riviera Beach, Fl 33404
518-318-0814

School supplies, school physicals, medical & dental screenings, health & educational resources. Also free mammograms for moms. More info: www.tljmedicalsociety.org

Back to School Bash

Sat. July 27th, 2024 10 am-1 pm
Norman J. Wimbley Gym 1515 Wingfield St., Lake Worth Beach
561-586-1702
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.

FoundCare Back to School Health Fair
Sat July 27, 2024
Registration: https://foundcare.org/back2school
2330 S. Congress Ave., Palm Springs, FL 33406
Registration required- spaces and supplies limited. Parent or legal guardian must accompany child. Free backpacks with school supplies, hearing & vision screenings, school physicals, vaccines.

Back to School Bash
Triple H Ministries
Sat. July 27, 2024 10 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.

First Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Tri- City Belle Glade, Pahokee South Bay
Muck City Marketing Missions Matters Inc

Sat. July 27, 2024 2 pm- while supplies last
Location: Marina in Pahokee
190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, Fl 33476
(561) 303-9210.
Free backpacks filled with school supplies, valuable resources and updates for parents regarding the new school year. Free haircuts for children, chance to receive free braiding (three girls) & chance for (three) free lace wigs & nail tech more info day of. Special raffles and possible gift cards. Light refreshments and much more. Tri-City residents.

Pleasant City Back to School Event
Sat Aug 3 10am-1pm
Registration opened 7-14-24
Go to www.GreaterAntioch.org
Location: Greater Antioch Missionary Baptist Church at 1915 Spruce Avenue, West Palm Beach
Back packs, school supplies, community resources, food & fun.

Back to School with Florida Blue
August 3rd | 10am - 1pm
1501 N. Congress Ave., Boynton Beach, FL 33426

(561) 374-6200

Enjoy a fun-filled morning with school supply giveaways and learn about member perks and community resources. The best part? This family-friendly event is FREE!

Event highlights:

• Join us for our Back to School Event and get a FREE Backpack with supplies, enjoy some special entertainment and more! Enjoy FREE popcorn, shaved Ice, food, & beverages. Don't forget to pick up a free name tag, pen and decorate
them on the spot and & get an airbrush tattoo!
Meet with Community Partners and your Local FL Blue team!

Back to School Bash
Sat. Aug 3, 2024 12:00 pm-5:00 pm
The Riviera Beach Marina
190 East 13th Street, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
561-385-4469
Registration required * at www.sincere2000.org go to Events tab. Also go to:
https://sincere2000foundation.ticketspice.com/back-to-school-bash-
Free haircuts and manicures, splash pad, music, free food, mental health & suicide prevention pamphlets. While supplies last.

Splash Back to School Pool Party
Saturday, August 3, 2024 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm
John H. Denson Pool
225 NW 12th Ave., Boynton Beach
561-742-6646

This pool party will feature music, games, concessions and more. There will be 300 free backpacks given away to students in grades K-12, courtesy of Taxology USA while supplies last. Standard pool admission fees apply (Adults 18+ $2, 13-17 $1 and ages 12 and under are free). Hot dog lunch, drink & chips available for $3. (Note: no outside food or drink allowed).

National Night Out Against Crime- Delray
Tues Aug 6, 2024 6 pm - 9 pm
51 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, 33444
Old School Square on the great lawn
561-314-8519
This free annual event aims to build on and create new relationships between police officers and the community we serve. Event features free food, resources, giveaways, police demonstrations, and activities for kids. Access to crime prevention and other services.

Back 2 School Extravaganza
Sat. Aug 10th, 2024 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.

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Treasure Coast County- 2024

Printable list of events- click here

Please check back as we are still in the process of verifying additional events. Last update 6/7/24

Please review each item for any possible registration dates and items that may not be in chronological order- and note that each event will be on a “while supplies last” basis.

Clothing Distribution in time for “Back to School"
Friday July 12th, 2024 from 3pm-5pm
821 SE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Stuart, FL 34994
Caring Children Clothing Children will have children and youth size clothing available for distribution at the Salvation Army center. While supplies last.

Kids Kandy
Back to School Supply Giveaway
Sat. July 20, 2024 12-3pm
Dreamland Park 301 S 25th St, Ft. Pierce, FL 34947
786-868-7943
Free backpacks, school supplies and other school related items & more. While supplies last.
Visit www.kidskandyinc.com

Back to School Bash
Sat. July 27,2024  9:30am-11:30am
JD Parker Elementary- 1010 SE 10th Street, Stuart
772-288-5389
Free backpack & school supplies, school clothing.
Go to ww.cityofstuart.us for our upcoming health fair that will feature school physicals and other health screenings.

Back to School Family Fun
Sat. July 27, 2024 11am-1pm
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. While supplies last. Vendors wanted: call Laura LaPorte 772-633-0813

St. Lucie County Hosts
Back-to-School Splash Jams July 29-31

Cool down and wrap up the summer with Back-to-School Splash Jams hosted by St. Lucie County’s Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department’s free pool parties for all ages. Families are encouraged to stop by one or all of these free events featuring games, food, drinks and more.

  • Monday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Arthur Boatwright Pool, 1200 Avenue M in Fort Pierce

  • Tuesday, July 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lakewood Park Regional Park, 5990 Emerson Ave. in Fort Pierce

  • Wednesday, July 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Ravenswood Pool, 400 SW Ravenswood Lane in Port St. Lucie.

St. Lucie County’s public pools are managed by the St. Lucie County’s Parks, Recreation and Facilities Department.
For more details about the pools, visit: www.stlucieco.gov/aquatics

Back to School Expo
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 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 650 families & while supplies last.

GYAC Back to School Bash & Supply Giveaway
Saturday, Aug 3, 2024 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. While supplies last.

Christian FM's Back to School Family Expo
Saturday Aug 10, 2024 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
First 200 families in line get free supplies & tickets to attractions (Urban Air, Florida Oceanographic, Children's Museum). One per family. For more information
www.christianfm.com/backtoschool/