Back to School season is in full swing, and Memphis is celebrating in style! 🎉 From community gatherings to free backpacks and fun, there are events across the city to help kick off the school year with joy!
The City of Memphis and the Office of Youth Services will host a Back-to-School Bash on Saturday, July 26, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Tiger Lane (315 S. Hollywood St.) Free school supplies, uniforms, and haircuts will be available, along with live music, a DJ, food trucks, and youth job opportunities.
The Alpha Delta Lambda Chapter will host a back-to-school drive on Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 4122 Barton Drive.
CamKuy Back 2 School Bash
The CamKuy Group will host its second annual back-to-school bash on Saturday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 750 E. Parkway S. The event will include free school supplies, free haircuts, games, and food.
Backpack Giveaway at Belle Forest Community School
Journey Transit will host a backpack giveaway Thursday, July 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3135 Ridgeway Road. 200 backpacks will be given away while supplies last.
Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church, in partnership with the Shelby County Health Department, Mayor Lee Harris, ShelbyCares, and the Academy for Youth Empowerment, will host a back to school health and resource fair on Saturday, Aug. 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 70 N. Bellevue Blvd.
Memphis Fire Department Backpack Giveaway – FREE Back to School Giveaway! The Memphis Fire Department invites students of all ages to join us for a FREE Back to School Giveaway:
- Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
- Time: 9 AM – 12 PM
- Location: Ed Rice Community Center, 2935 N. Watkins St.
We’ll be handing out backpacks, folders, notebooks, paper, pens, pencils, and more—while supplies last! No registration required, and it’s open to every student in the community. Grab your family and friends, and let’s kick off the school year right. Share this post to spread the word, and we’ll see you there!
The City of Bartlett Public Library and Shelby County Community School’s Back in SessionKick off the school year with us at the Back to School Bash! We’ll have Backpack Giveaways (while supplies last), haircuts, Bouncy Houses and more!
- Saturday, August 2nd
- 10:00am – 1:00pm
- Bartlett Public Library & The Venue @ Bartlett Station
Alliance Healthcare Services is proud to partner with Impart Ministries and other dedicated local organizations for the annual Back to School Bash! This free community event is designed to help families in Memphis get ready for a successful and positive school year in a fun and supportive environment. Join us for an afternoon of celebration and preparation as we equip students with the tools they need to thrive.
What to expect:
- Bounce houses, games, and music
- Free food and refreshments
- A chance to connect with local vendors and resource organizations
- A gift card giveaway for school supplies to help ease the financial burden on families. (Please note: A child must be in attendance to receive a gift card. Limited to two (2) gift cards per adult, available while supplies last.)
This celebration is all about bringing Memphis together through education, food, fun, and fellowship!
- Event Location: Pine Hill Community Center
- Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Memphis Childcare Academy: FREE SCHOOL SUPPLY GIVEAWAY JULY 26th! Come join us as we give away school supplies, free haircuts, braids, food & fun!
- 4970 Raleigh Lagrange Road
- 11:00- 1:00PM