NOTE: We will be updating this list as Back-to-School Events pop up.
Believe it or not, the new school year is right around the corner, and there are so many fun things going on. To get you in the back-to-school spirit, we put together a list of local events happening around town! Perfect for kids and families, many of which include school supply giveaways!
Click on event titles for links to more information.
Orange County Back to School Events:
- 15th Annual Back to School Expo, Altamonte Springs Mall
- Faith Assembly Back to School Bash
- JTB Hope Foundation Back to School Bash
- Children’s Safety Village Back-to-School Event
- Avalon Park Back to School Bash
- District 5 Commissioner-sponsored events!
- District 4 Commissioner-sponsored events!
- Back-to-School Extravaganza hosted by One Heart for Women and Children.
- Orange County Sheriff’s Office Back-to-School Bash!
Seminole County Back to School Events:
- Oviedo Mall Back to School
- True Health’s Back to School Bash Hoffner
- Back-to-School Event starting July 30
- Annual Backpack Giveaway on Saturday, August 2, 2025 in Oviedo. Must register to receive a backpack.
Volusia County Back to School Events:
- Several Back-to-School Events starting on July 30.
- Back to School Splash
- Annual Summer Splash Bash Orange City
- City of Deltona Back to School Bash
- First Class Barbershop Back to School Bash
- Tomoka Christian Church Back to School Bash
August 2, 2025
Florida Blue Centers Hosting “Back to School” Events in Orlando
Grab your friends and family and join your local Florida Blue Centers on Saturday, August 2nd from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for FREE backpacks and school supply giveaways*, fun activities for the kids, and resources to help students start the school year strong. Plus, enjoy healthy refreshments as you kick off the start of the upcoming school year and learn about local community organizations in the area. Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a Florida Blue member to participate and there is no cost to attend. This is an event you won’t want to miss!
WHEN:
Saturday, August 2, 2025
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
WHERE:
Events taking place at (2) of our local Florida Blue Center locations:
Clermont (Lake County)
2601 South U.S. Hwy. 27, Clermont, FL 34711, Phone: (352) 242-6800
Winter Park (Orange County)
434 N. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, FL 32789, Phone: (321) 441-2020
DETAILS:
- FREE backpacks and school supply giveaways *(limited to three backpacks per household, while supplies last)
- FREE children’s haircuts from licensed barbers and sports physicals provided by CAAIRE (at Clermont Location only, must RSVP with Center in advance for physicals)
- Meet & Greet with local Community Partners and your neighborhood Florida Blue Center team
- Fun activities for the kids
- Enjoy healthy refreshments and snacks
- Resources to help students start the school year strong and much more!
To learn more about the Florida Blue Center nearest you, visit: FloridaBlue.com/centers
August 23-24, 2025
Florida Kids and Family Expo
While not officially an event for “back to school”, the Florida Kids and Family Expo offers connections to resources for back to school. This event happens the weekend before the first week of school for most students in Central Florida. Click the image below for details!
Need more Back-to-School resources?
Check out our Ultimate Back to School guide!
