ORLANDO, Fla. – It’s that time of year again. Beloved by parents, loathed by children. Back-to-school time is just around the corner and loads of places across Orlando are celebrating with giveaways, parties and so much more.
Check out these Central Florida back-to-school happenings across town that all can enjoy. If you’d like something added to the list, send an email with details to web@wkmg.com.
Recommended Videos
[EXCLUSIVE: Become a News 6 Insider (it’s FREE) | PINIT! Share your photos]
Free School Supplies: Back to School Bash
When: Saturday, July 29 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Faith Assembly- 9307 Curry Ford Road #Suite B Orlando, FL
Faith Assembly is here to help you and your child by providing them with tools they need to succeed.
When: Saturday, July 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Florida Technical College, Orlando Campus- 12900 Challenger Parkway Orlando, FL
Come out to FTC and enjoy multiple activities, music, and more! They will be giving away hundreds of backpacks filled with school supplies.
13th Annual Back to School Expo
When: Saturday Aug. 5, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Altamonte Mall- 451 East Altamonte Drive #Suite 2165 Altamonte Springs, FL
This Back to School Expo is an exclusive opportunity for parents, teachers and others to connect face-to-face with education, health and family focused organizations and companies.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Blanchard Park- 2451 Dean Road Pavilion #2 Union Park, FL
Come out and join The Outpouring Orlando for food, games, and family fun! This is the 3rd Annual Back to School fest this team is hosting.
20th Annual Back to School Festival
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Krush Brau Park- West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway, Kissimmee, FL
The Caribbean Community Connection of Orlando and Carlita’s House Outreach Ministry are presenting the 20th annual back to school day festival.
*Registration required.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: LIV at Nona 10783 Narcoossee Road #113 Orlando, FL
Celebrate back to school with school supplies, fresh haircuts, face painting and music for all to enjoy.
Oviedo Mall’s Back to School Bash
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Oviedo Mall- 1700 Oviedo Mall Boulevard Oviedo, FL
Get ready to kick off the school year in style with a school supply scavenger hunt.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Castle Hotel, Autograph Collection, Universal Boulevard, Orlando, FL
Have some fun in the sun with games, crafts, face painting, ice cream, popcorn and more.
*$25 for general admission to this event.
When: Saturday, Aug. 5 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: LIV at Nona 10783 Narcoossee Road #113 Orlando, FL
Celebrate back to school with school supplies, fresh haircuts, face painting and music for all to enjoy.
When: Sunday, Aug. 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Where: 2173 Liston Court Orlando, FL
Come have fun with FamiliesOntheGo for their back-to-school celebration with games and prizes and a school supply give away.
When: Sunday, Aug. 6 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Reiter Park- 311 West Warren Avenue Longwood, FL
This is a free community event designed to celebrate students returning to school and help parents get what they need.
Back to School Supply Giveaway
When: Sunday, Aug. 6 from 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Studio Maxx Orlando- 7901 Kingspointe Parkway #Ste 2 Orlando, FL
This event is dedicated to helping the Orlando Youth and families of the community.
When: Tuesday, Aug. 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Twisted Root Burger Co.- 4270 Aloma Avenue Winter Park, FL 32792
This “Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader” inspired trivia night will award prizes to the top 2 scoring teams, plus raffles for school supplies.
You can listen to every episode of Florida’s Fourth Estate in the media player below: