As the school year approaches, communities across Texas are coming together to support students and families. Here are some standout back-to-school events in Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and Corpus Christi, all happening in August 2025.
Back-to-School Events in Austin
- Austin ISD Back-to-School Bash & Safety Fair
When? Saturday, August 3, 2025
Austin ISD’s annual event offers free school supplies, health screenings, and safety resources. Over 120 community organizations participate.
Learn More - CommUnityCare Health Centers Back-to-School Events
When? August 4–10, 2025
CommUnityCare will host multiple events offering free children’s immunizations, backpacks, school supplies, and community resources. Registration is required for immunizations and supplies.
Learn More - Travis County Sheriff’s Office Fresh Start Back-to-School Drive-Thru Event
When? Saturday, August 16, 2025
The first 100 children (K–12) will receive free school supplies and hygiene gift bags. Sponsored by Covert Auto Group and Austin YES.
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Back-to-School Events in Dallas
- Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair
When? Friday, August 1, 2025
The 29th annual fair offers free school supplies, health services, and community resources for Dallas ISD students and their families. Pre-registration is required.
Learn More - MLK Back to School Festival
When? Saturday, August 9, 2025
Drive-through event offering backpacks and school supplies.
Learn More - For Oak Cliff Back to School Festival
When? Saturday, August 9, 2025
A festival with resources for education, financial services, and mental health.
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Back-to-School Events in San Antonio
- Community First Health Plans Back-to-School Community Giveaway
When? Saturday, August 2, 2025
This event offers free backpacks, school supplies, hygiene items, clothing, and more.
Learn More - Empower House Back-to-School Fair
When? Saturday, August 2, 2025
Providing vaccines, school supplies, free resources, and raffle prizes.
Learn More - Autism Community Network Back-to-School Celebration
When? Saturday, August 8, 2025
A sensory-friendly event offering free backpacks with school supplies.
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Back-to-School Events in Corpus Christi
- Operation Safe Return
When? Saturday, August 5, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
This event offers free school supplies, dental education, haircut vouchers, sports physicals, and immunizations.
Learn More - Back 2 School Bash
When? Sunday, August 6, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM
The first 100 kids receive a backpack, a haircut, and school supplies at no cost while supplies last. There will also be clothing and community resources available.
Learn More - JE’SANI SMITH FOUNDATION & VALERO
When? Saturday, August 5, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Free school supplies, backpacks, and lunchboxes will be given out.
These events are a great way to ensure students across Texas have the resources they need for a successful school year. Let’s come together and make this back-to-school season a positive experience for everyone.
Note: Event details are subject to change. Please check with event organizers for the most current information.
