End the Summer with 15+ Back to School Events in Memphis
Because we’re all in this together🎶
Because we’re all in this together🎶
Whew! Summer definitely flew by. It’s time for the kiddos to head back to school. But first, let’s end the summer the right way with these back to school events and drives in Memphis and the Mid-South!
Another fool proof way to celebrate the summer is to hit up your local splash park!

Belltower’s Back to School Bash
August 2 | 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Celebrate the grand reopening and get ready for the school year with fun activities for the whole family. Enjoy a lemonade stand, craft station, pottery wheel demonstrations, and more.
Block Party Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway at The Table Spread Food Pantry
August 2 | 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
This block party will have backpacks, school supplies, food, and lots of fun.
Back to School Parking Lot Party at Luxe BarberHouse
August 3 | 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Bring the family out for a fun day. Expect a DJ, axe throwing, mechanical bull, dunk tank, bounce house and more!
Super Saturday- End of Summer at the Brooks Museum
August 3 | 10 a.m. - Noon
Head to the plaza for bubbles and games. Test your color-mixing skills by making a variation of rainbow color wheels using markers and crayons.
Back to School Block Party at Rivercrest Baptist Church
August 3 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
There will be food, music, a petting zoo, and free school supplies will be given out to those in need.
3rd Annual Back 2 School Bash at Black Seeds Urban Farm
August 3 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Bring your kids to enjoy a school supply giveaway, food, games, music and much more.
Summer Splash at Overton Park
August 3 | 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Need to beat the heat? Overton Park Conservancy is popping up waterslides on the Greensward for some free summer fun. Bring the kids and cool off!
City of Bartlett Public Library Back to School Bash
August 3 | 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Celebrate heading back-to-school and the launch of the Bartlett Public Library. There will be food trucks, a K9 meet and greet, inflatables and more.

901 Kidpreneurs Back 2 School Block Party at Butterific Bakery & Cafe
August 3 | Noon - 5 p.m.
Calling all young entrepreneurs! Celebrate back to school with this block party.
Back 2 School Bash & Community Day at Hunter Avenue Baptist Church
August 3 | Noon - 4 p.m.
Join this Back 2 School Bash & Community Day for the Hyde Park/ Hollywood Community. There will be a school supply giveaway, food, fun, and games!
Back to School Bash at Memphis Public Libraries North Branch
August 3 | 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
There will be a storytime, library card sign ups, a limited amount of free school supplies and surprise fun activities!
Teen Fest Back to School Bash at Robert Church Park
August 3 | 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Watch the top 10 finalists and special guest performers take the stage! Plus, enjoy a backpack giveaway, free food, mini golf, and a foam party! The backpack giveaway and free food are first come, first served. The giveaway will include 500 backpacks, and there will be free food for 400 people.
Back to School Ball at Black Lodge
August 4 | 8 p.m.
This one is for the grown folks! Join Queer Memphis for their second ball as they celebrate with school realness. Dress to impress and be a part of the scene at this back to school themed ball.
Back to School Community Resource Fair at Benjamin Hooks Library
August 7 | 11 a.m.
This event is to share community resources to prepare your child and family for the upcoming school year. They will have door prizes, food, vendors, and more!
4th Annual Back to School Extravaganza at Memphis Public Libraries Whitehaven Branch
August 17 | 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Kick off a new school year with loads of fun! There'll be food, games, a bounce house and a school supply giveaway while supplies last.
Women’s Tourney: Back to School Barbie at Flip Side Memphis
August 17 | 1 p.m.
Wear your best school-themed getup, whether it be dark academia, classic nerd, or Britney "Oops I Did it Again" coded!
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