2026 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: Entire month of August 2026. 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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Also if viewing list online-due to formatting you will have to scroll down past the PBC options.
Palm Beach County- 2026
Printable List for PBC coming soon…
Please check back as we are still in the process of verifying additional events. Last update 6/1/26
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 & children must be present.
FoundCare “A Carnival of Care” 2026
Back to School Health Fairs
Sat July 11, 2026 10am-2pm
FoundCare: 3501 Broadway, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Sat July 25, 2026 10am-2pm
FoundCare: 2330 S. Congress Ave., Palm Springs, FL 33406
Spaces and supplies are limited. Parent or legal guardian must accompany child. Free backpacks with school supplies, hearing & vision screenings, school physicals, vaccines. Community resource tables and more…Registration: check back for link
https://foundcare.org/
Children must be present. While supplies last.
Back to School Health Fair-2026
Origin Church
Sun July 12th, 2026 10am-2pm
6073 Summit Blvd, West Palm Beach, Fl 33415
(877) 674-4465 x3
Free kids immunization, health screenings HIV/STD, blood sugar, blood pressure & more, education, resources & school supplies.
Children must be present. While supplies last.
Registration link: https://originchurch.com/healthfair/
Back to School Bash 2026
Triple H Ministries
Sat. July 25, 2026 11am-1 pm
4431 Embarcadero Dr. , West Palm Beach 33407 (parking lot)
561-255-7711
Free food, haircuts, HIV/STI testing, vision & dental screening, blood pressure checks, bookbags with supplies. Children must be present. While supplies last.
Click here to register
Back to School Bash 2026
Wed July 29, 2026 9 am -6 pm
Community Health Center of WPB
5205 Greenwood Ave., West Palm Beach
561-840-8681
Must call to pre-register. Must call to pre-register. Limited spots available. Free school supplies, physicals, and vaccines. Free dental, vision, and hearing screenings. Event is for those uninsured/under-insured, or those with Medicaid.
Children must be present. While supplies last.
Florida Community Health Centers, Inc. 2026
Back to School Event
Friday, July 31, 2026 time: 8am - 4pm
5827 Corporate Way, Suite 135, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561-612-6524
While supplies last: back packs, school supplies, school and sports physicals and immunizations. Children must be present. While supplies last.
We Can Connect College Ministry 2026
12th Annual Back‑to‑School Fair
Sat. Aug 1st, 2026, 10 AM to 2 PM
3200 Roberts Lane, Lake Worth, FL 33461
561-932-3588
Backpacks, school supplies, community resource tables with helpful information, food, music, and activities. Children must be present. While supplies last.
Back-to-School "Party in the Park" 2026
Friday, August 7, 2026 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard
FREE to attend: bounce houses & inflatable games, costumed character entertainment, DJ music and dancing, face painting & glitter tattoos, food trucks. In addition Touch-a-Truck with PBSO and PBCFR, trackless train, prize wheel – win free back-to-school items (ex. clear bag, phone wallet, school kits, portable fan, flower highlighter, sunglasses, sanitizer) vendors and more! Children must be present. While supplies last.
Back to School: Mission Ready! 2026
Sat Aug 1, 2025 10:00am-1:00pm
Florida Blue Center
1501 N. Congress Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 34426
561- 374-6200
Free backpacks, school supplies, food and treats, Kid’s Craft Stations to personalize school gear. Resources and benefits info.
FloridaBlue.com/Center/Palm-Beach
Children must be present. While supplies last.
Back-to-School "Party in the Park" 2026
Friday, August 7, 2026 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard
FREE to attend Bounce Houses & Inflatable Games, Costumed character entertainment, DJ music and dancing, Face Painting & Glitter Tattoos, Food trucks…Prize wheel – win free back-to-school items (ex. clear bag, phone wallet, school kits, portable fan, flower highlighter, sunglasses, sanitizer), Touch-a-Truck with PBSO and PBCFR, Trackless train, Vendors and more!
Children must be present. While supplies last.
Back to School Bash 2026
Sat. Aug 8, 2026 11:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Riviera Beach Marina 190 E 13 St., Riviera Bch 33404
561-385-4469
Registration required * at www.sincere2000.org
Free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts and manicures, music, food, engaging mental health conversations, community resources and more...children must be present. While supplies last
Back 2 School Extravaganza-2026
Sat. Aug 8th, 2026 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.
Tree of Life Back to School 2026 TBD
Check back as date, time & location finalized.
Free Backpacks, School Supplies, Prizes, Raffles, Arts & Crafts, Games, Special Single Mom Encouragement Lounge, Activities & Community Resources. Parents & Student(s) Grades K-12 Must Be Present. While supplies last. www.thisisthetreeoflife.org
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Treasure Coast County- 2026
Printable List for TC coming soon…
Please check back as we are still in the process of verifying additional events. Last update 6/1/26
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 & children must be present.
Our Village Okeechobee- Back to School 2026
Sat Aug 1st, 2026 8 am – 12 pm (must arrive no later than 10:45 am)
Osceola Middle School
825 SW 28th St., Okeechobee, FL
863-447-0473
Free school supplies, clothing vouchers, local services, win prizes. While supplies last. Children must be present.
Central Baptist Church of Port St Lucie 2026
Back to School Back Pack Giveaway
Children must be present.
Sat July 25, 2026 from 10 am until supplies run out!
202 SW Tulip Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL
Centralbaptist2018@gmail.com
centralbaptistpsl.com
(772) 237-4907
Back to School Expo-2026
Sat, Aug 1, 2026 8:30-11:00 am
Havert L. Fenn Center
2000 Virginia Avenue, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
772-462-1521
Free Backpacks and school supplies-while supplies last. Free school physical, blood pressure & glucose checks, insurance applications, immunization appointments, developmental screenings and more.
*Child must be present to receive items.
GYAC Back to School Bash & Supply Giveaway-2026
Date/Time TBD
Gifford Youth Achievement Center
4875 43rd Avenue, Vero Beach, FL
772-794-1005
Free backpacks and school supplies. Children must be present. While supplies last.
6th Annual Neighborhood Block Party 2026
Sat, Aug 8, 2026 10 am - 12 pm
Ft. Pierce Church of the Nazarene
611 Gardenia Ave, Fort Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 465-1622
Community outreach event providing free backpacks/school supplies for families in need. Includes free music and health & community resources. Children must be present to recieve backpack & supplies.