From school supplies and backpack giveaways to free heath screenings, there are plenty of events happening across the Greater Houston area to get students ready for the 2024-25 school year. This list is not comprehensive.

Annual Health & Community Resource Fair

Harris County Resources for Children & Adults will host this annual event open to Klein ISD and the local community. The event will include community booths, free haircuts for children, backpacks and school supplies, and immunizations.Back to School Expo

Spring ISD will host a back-to-school event, during which families can receive assistance with registration and school supplies. The event will also include haircuts, vision and hearing screenings, and language testing for students.
  • July 27, 8 a.m.-noon
  • Free
  • Dekaney High School, 22351 Imperial Valley Drive, Houston
  • www.springisd.org
Back to School Vendor Market and Classic Car Show

This pet-friendly event will host local vendors, food trucks, classic cars and a school supplies giveaway.Back to School Immunization Drive


Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones is partnering with the Ibn Sina Foundation to host this event, which will offer free on-site school immunizations as well as the COVID vaccine. Children must be accompanied by a parent and parents should bring the vaccine requirements form provided by their child's school. A reservation is required to guarantee availability.Back to School Drive-Thru

The East Montgomery County Improvement District hosts this annual event, during which volunteers will hand out supply packs suitable for students in pre-K through eighth grade.Mayor’s Back 2 School Fest

Presented by Shell and Houston Mayor John Whitmire, this event will offer school supply distribution and on-site health screenings.
  • Aug. 3, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Free
  • George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, Houston
  • www.houstontx.gov/btsf
Cy-Fair Helping Hands’ Back to School Bash

Activities, family resources, books, first responders and free school supplies are all featured in Cy-Fair Helping Hands’ event.Back-to-School Birth Certificate Event


The Harris County Clerk's Office is hosting this fourth-annual event, during which families can receive assistance in obtaining birth certificates needed for school registration. The first 100+ people in line will receive one birth certificate free of change, while additional birth certificates will be available for $23 each. To purchase a birth certificate copy, a person must have been born in the state of Texas; be the person named on the certificate, the legal representative, or an immediate family member with appropriate ID; provide a valid photo ID, such as a driver's license, federal or state ID card, military ID, U.S. passport, and/or supporting documents; and complete a birth certificate application.
  • Aug. 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Free (first 100+ people in line), $23 per additional birth certificate
  • Chimney Rock Annex, 6000 Chimney Rock Road, Houston
  • www.cclerk.hctx.net
Back to School Carnival

Buckner Children and Family Services of Houston features food, music and games at this back-to-school event. School-age attendees will receive a free backpack, shoes and socks.
  • Aug. 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Free
  • Buckner Children and Family Services of Houston, 8600 Sweetwater Lane, Houston
  • www.buckner.org/houston
NHC’s Back to School Bash

Natural Head Corp. hosts free food, face painting, yoga and community vendors at this back-to-school bash. School supplies are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.Society of Champions Outreach Back to School Bash

School supplies, free health screenings and activities will be offered at this event. The Society of Champions Outreach will also feature information booths offering resources for a successful school year.Back 2 School Bash


Pearland Town Center closes off summer with food, music, vendor booths, raffles, and a backpack and school supplies giveaway.Cypress Assistance Ministries Back to School Drive-Thru

This event features backpack and school supplies distribution for Cy-Fair ISD students. Photo ID and proof of address are required.Back to School Pop Up Market

The Pink Flamingo will host a market featuring multiple vendors, food trucks, activities and a school supplies giveaway.Back 2 School Daze

The BE Impactful Foundation will host a school supplies drive for teachers and students. The event features games, contests and food.
  • Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
  • Free
  • Shape Community Center, 3815 Live Oak St. Houston
  • www.beimpactful.net
Teen Nation Back to School Health & Wellness JamFest


In this event, students will receive free backpacks, school supplies and health screenings. Students can attend Teen Nation’s workshops on bullying, financial literacy and nutrition.
  • Aug. 11, 11 a.m.-4 p.m
  • Free
  • Sunnyside Health and Multi-Service Center, 4410 Reed Road, Houston
  • www.camagencyllc.com
Climate Justice Back-to-School Bash

Hosted by the Coalition of Community Organizations and Verizon, this event will include shopping, local vendors and climate education.
  • Aug 17, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Free
  • BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus, 6500 Rookin St., Houston
  • www.cocohouston.org
Deep Water Faith Back 2 School Concert + Celebration

The Fountain of Praise features live performances and games in its back-to-school celebration.
  • Aug. 24, 6:30 p.m.
  • Free
  • The Fountain of Praise, 13950 Hillcroft Ave., Houston
  • www.tfop.org