Get Ready for Back-to-School Events and Giveaways in Tampa Bay

As summer break is in full swing, parents and students are already gearing up for the upcoming school year with a variety of back-to-school events happening throughout the Tampa Bay area. From free school physicals to backpack giveaways, there are plenty of opportunities for families to get ready for the classroom.

One of the first events on the list is the Back-2-School Health Clinics, which offer essential services such as routine immunizations and school physicals at no cost to families in Hillsborough County. These clinics will be held on Saturdays throughout July and August at Project LINK in Tampa.

For those in need of school supplies, there are several backpack giveaways happening in the area. The Back to School Fair at the Salvation Army Worship Center on July 26 will not only provide backpacks filled with supplies but also offer free haircuts, medical screenings, food, and games. Additionally, Celebration Church in Tampa will be giving away free backpacks to the first 250 kids on July 27.

Other events to look out for include the Back to School Bash at the Brandon Westfield Town Center Mall, the Back to School Dance Party at Nourish in Lutz, and the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, where Florida retailers will offer a tax break on certain items from July 29 to August 11.

Whether you’re looking for free school supplies, health services, or just a fun event to celebrate the end of summer, there are plenty of options to help families prepare for the upcoming school year. Check out the full list of back-to-school events happening in the Tampa Bay area and make sure to mark your calendars for these exciting opportunities.