With the first day of school being August 12th, school is right around the corner! Looking for all of the Back to School Events happening in Lakeland, Bartow and Mulberry? Don't worry we have them all!
Back-to-School Health Fair
Good health is the best back-to-school supply your child can have. So don’t miss our free Back-to-School Health Fair that combines health and safety education with fun for the whole family!
Safety presentations by police and EMS
Health presentations by local pediatricians and other physicians
Fun Zone with crafts, face painting and activities
Back-to-school supplies
Teddy Bear Clinic
LEGOLAND Florida Resort character greetings
Come enjoy the Teddy Bear Clinic, where little ones can learn about staying healthy with the help of some cozy teddy bears. Pre-Register HERE
Where: Heart of Florida Regional Medical Center
When: July 27th 10:00-01:00
2nd Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Class of the Millennium Presents our 2nd Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway.
*Kids must be present
*First come first sever while supplies last
Where: Larry R. Jackson Branch Library
When: Aug 3 9:00am-11:00am
Back to School Bash
Kick off the new school year on the right foot! Polk County Parks & Recreation's Back to School Bash is FREE Event for children going into kindergarten through fifth grade. This event will feature music, arts & crafts, exhibitors, face painting, prizes, games and FREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES. Parent and child must be present to receive school supplies. Free School Supplies are limited to 250 backpacks (first come, first serve) For more information, please call the Wilfred Smith Resource Center at (863 )298-7898 or click HERE
Where: Wilfred Smith Resource Center
When: Aug 3rd 10:00-12:00
Blast off Bartow Back to School Bash
Blast Off Bartow Back to School Bash in association with Endless Abilities for Children with Disabilities Inc. with All For 1 Association, The Snapping Turtles, and others will be hosting it's second annual back to school bash. We encourage Bartow and surrounding areas to participate in this free event. Student attendees Pre-K to 12th grade will walk away with free school supplies and information for the upcoming school year. There will be vendors offering food, free haircuts, backpacks, free health screenings, books, free clothes, shoes and so much more. Please register ahead of time as supplies will be first come first serve. Event Brite
Where: Carver Recreational Center
When: Aug 3rd 10:00-03:00
End of Summer Back to School Block Party
Join us in the lot at Ultimate Dance Center as we celebrate the end of summer & kick off another fresh school year! UDC & M&M Backyard Adventures will be teaming up to provide your family with a FREE day of FUN! Food & Drink Specials by Jade Fox, China 1 & Buddha’s Pub! Free lunch from Harry's Seafood Bar & Grille: Lakeland (while it lasts!), shaved ICE & Ice Cream from Tikiz of Polk County and Tampa, Moonbounces, Giant Legos, Dancing, LIVE DJ, Cotton Candy, Games & More! Save the date for the party you don't want to miss - OPEN to the public! See you there ;)
Where: Ultimate Dance Center
When: Aug 3rd 10:00-02:00
Summer Palooza
JOIN US AS WE SAY GOODBYE TO SUMMER! Come out to this family-friendly FREE back-to-school event brought to you by New Beginnings High School. We are thrilled to be expanding Polk County’s Premier Back To School Event and moving to the Jenkins Arena at the RP Funding Center. This year you will be entertained by some of Polk County’s most talented youth in the Summer Palooza Performing Arts Showcase where all guest in attendance will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite performers. We will be doing FREE haircuts for anyone in need, GIVING AWAY groceries (1 box per family) and person care items for 1,000 families, along with a hot dog, bag of chips and drink (while supplies lasts). We RECOMMEND you Pre-Register to speed up your check-in process on day of event.
Where: RP Funding Center
When: Aug 3rd 10:00-02:00
Back to School Bash by Make it Happen Auto sales $ Repair
Back 2 School Giveaway Community event. We will have over 300 backpacks filled with school supplies, BounceHouse, hotdogs🌭sodas & much much more! If anyone would like to donate supplies✏️they can be dropped off at either one of our locations! Any other📈Businesses that would like to be apart of this Awesome event please let us know!!
Where: Make it Happen Auto sales and Repair
When: Aug 3rd 01:00-04:00
Back to School Extravaganza
Back to School Extravaganza: 200 Free Backpacks, Music, Games
Thank you to our Sponsors!
GIMENEZ & CARRILLO Attorneys at Law;
VIVA POLK MAGAZINE;
RITMO 99.9 FM, 1460 AM
Where: Lakeland Institute for Learning
When: Aug 6th 03:00-06:00
Back to School Community Expo
Come and learn about all the programs we offer you!
•Free Backpacks with school supplies kit!*
•Live Music with Hot 101.5
•Exhibitors
•Campus Tour Available
•Free food & refreshments
•Family activities
• Raffle of an Amazon Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet
*Limited quantities available. The child must be present to receive a backpack and must be accompanied by an adult/guardian. First come, first served basis. Only one backpack/school supplies allowed per child. To participate you must register in person the day of the event at the campus.
Where: Florida Technical College
When: Aug 10th 10:00-02:00
