✏️🍎 Start the new school year on the right foot! Mark your calendar for one of these local back-to-school events near you and get needed school supplies, giveaways, resources, and information to help prepare your student for a successful year.
Be sure to check out the event websites linked for the most current information and any changes to dates, times, and locations.
Community First and HITS 105.3 Presents: Back-to-School Backpack Drive
When: July 10, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and August 6, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 1410 Guadalupe St. Ste. 222, San Antonio, TX 78207
Cost: FREE
Mark your calendar to gear up for the new school year at Community First and HITS 105.3 FREE Back-To-School Backpack Drives! The first 150 students at each event will receive a free backpack and school supplies. Student must be present to receive backpack and supplies. One backpack/supply pack per student.
July
Southeast Baptist Church Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, July 19 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 2414 S WW White Rd, San Antonio, TX 78222
Cost: FREE
Head out to Southeast Baptist Church to get ready for the new school year! Take home free school supplies, play fun games, and visit with vendors to receive free resources. Students must be present to receive school supplies.
When: Saturday, July 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 5200 Historic Old Hwy 90, San Antonio, TX 78227
Cost: FREE
KLRN is helping our students get ready for a new school year. Pick up free resources and school supplies, enjoy fun activities, and meet special guest Stu from PBS Kids’ “Lyla in the Loop!”
Back 2 School Bash/Regreso a clases by the Happy Kids Foundation
When: Friday, July 25 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 6203 Binz Engleman Road San Antonio, TX 78244
Cost: FREE
Celebrate the new school year with a fun-filled Back 2 School Bash, hosted by the Happy Kids Foundation! Kids ages 8 to 15 can receive free regular haircuts, along with backpacks and school supplies while supplies last. It’s a great way to prepare for the school year and enjoy a day of community fun.
Boerne ISD Back-to-School Resource Rally
When: Saturday, July 26 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: 236 Lohmann St, Boerne, TX 78006
Cost: FREE
Attention Boerne ISD students: get everything you need for the upcoming school year, including vision screenings, immunizations, enrollment assistance, free/reduced school meal plans, weekend meal help, free school supplies, and more at the Back-to-School Resource Rally.
A Fresh Foundation Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, July 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 402 W. Dewey Place, San Antonio, TX 78212
Cost: FREE
Join A Fresh Foundation at the San Antonio College Loftin Center for free school supplies, giveaways, haircuts, and fun activities like face painting! Be one of the first 100 people to RSVP and win a free Chick-fil-A gift card! Please RSVP for only one backpack per child in your household.
Elevate and Educate Back-to-School Wellness Fair
When: Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 8550 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, 78240
Cost: FREE
Start the school year strong at the Elevate and Educate Wellness Fair hosted by San Antonio Behavioral Healthcare Hospital. Families with children are invited to enjoy a day of fun, learning, and support. Pick up free backpacks and school supplies, explore wellness resources, and take part in activities focused on mental and physical health. See you there!
Hill Country Samaritans Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, July 26 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 11225 Park Road 37, Lakehills, TX 782063
Cost: FREE
Come for the free school supplies, haircuts, and health screenings, and stay for the fun activities and prizes! Students must be present and registered for school in Bandera County to receive backpacks and school supplies.
Center for Refugee Services Annual School Backpack Distribution
When: Wednesday, July 27 at 5 p.m. – Saturday, August 1 at 4 p.m.
Where: 8600 Wurzbach Rd., San Antonio, TX 78240
Cost: FREE
CRS hosts an annual backpack distribution to help students in PreK–12 start the school year prepared and confident. If you would like to donate instead, donation opportunities are available all week!
When: Thursday, July 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 9142 FM 78, Converse, TX 78109
Cost: FREE
Judson ISD welcomes students and their families for a night filled with fun activities for all, free school supplies and back-to-school resources, plus food trucks offering a variety of treats!
August
Floresville ISD School Supplies Distribution & Family Resource Fair
When: Friday, August 1, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Floresville Early Childhood Learning Center (1200 5th St. Floresville, TX 78114)
Cost: FREE
Save the date for Floresville ISD’s Family Resource Fair & School Supply Distribution Event for children attending Floresville ISD. Please complete this request form before attending.
K1 Speed Annual Bash Backpack Giveaway
When: Saturday, August 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: 6955 Northwest Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78238
Cost: FREE
K1 Speed is hosting a Back-to-School Giveaway with free backpacks filled with school supplies (one per child). Student must be present. Enjoy a fun-filled morning with a car show, community resource giveaways, food, games, vendors, and a live DJ.
Monte Viejo Back-to-School Market
When: Saturday, August 2 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 4011 Emory Oak Dr., San Antonio, TX 78223
Cost: FREE
Kick off the school year with a fun-filled back-to-school market! The first 100 students (must be present) will receive a wrist band at the Monte Viejo Event Services booth to claim a FREE BACKBACK! Community First Health Plans is proud to sponsor this great event.
Life Church Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 4424 S.W. Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78202
Life Church is hosting a Back-to-School Bash for elementary-aged kids with games, and an encouraging message to kick off the school year. Each child will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies. Register for free.
Empower House Back-to-School Fair
When: Saturday, August 2 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: 801 N Olive St, San Antonio, TX 78202
Cost: FREE
Empower House has everything you need to help your student get ready to go back to school this fall, including vaccines, school supplies, free resources, and raffle prizes.
Fiesta Youth’s Annual Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, August 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: 219 Alexander, San Antonio, TX 78201
Cost: FREE
Join Fiesta Youth at Woodlawn Lake Gymnasium for their Annual Back-to-School Bash! This family-friendly event will include free backpacks and school supplies for youth in attendance (while supplies last), as well as activities and games for the whole family. The event will also host a resource fair, where local non-profits will share valuable information.
2025 Back-to -School Community Giveaway
When: Saturday, August 2 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 3518 Fredericksburg Rd., San Antonio, TX 78201
Cost: FREE
Students in Balcones Heights and surrounding areas are invited to a free back-to-school community event. Families can enjoy backpacks, school supplies, hygiene items, snacks, clothing, kids entertainment, and vendor giveaways.
Housing Authority of Bexar County Back-To-School School Supply Drive-Thru Event
When: Saturday, August 2 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m..
Where: 1954 East Houston St, Ste 104, San Antonio, TX 78202
Cost: FREE
Don’t miss this free drive-thru Back-to-School Supply Drive, open to all families – no registration needed. Backpacks will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, and children must be present. Families are asked to remain in their vehicles throughout the event.
Autism Community Network Back-to-School Celebration
When: Friday, August 8 , 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Where: 535 Bandera Rd., San Antonio, TX 78228
Cost: FREE
Autism Community Network invites families to a welcoming Back-to-School Celebration. This sensory-friendly event offers free backpacks with school supplies (while supplies last), light refreshments, and a chance to connect with local vendors and community resources. All are welcome!
Harlandale ISD Back-to-School Bash
When: Saturday, August 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: 1198 94th St, San Antonio, TX 78214
Cost: FREE
Harlandale ISD students are invited to Harlandale Memorial Stadium for a back-to-school event offering free resources, school supplies, immunizations, and more!
PACC: Back-to-School Bash for Children
When: Saturday, August 9 , 2025 from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 3455 Martin Luther King Dr., San Antonio, TX 78220
Cost: FREE
The Pan-African Cultural Community invites families to a free Back-to-School Bash filled with games, snacks, school supplies, and more! Celebrate the new school year with a day of fun and community.