{"id":943762,"date":"2026-07-18T17:27:22","date_gmt":"2026-07-18T17:27:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/943762\/"},"modified":"2026-07-18T17:27:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T17:27:22","slug":"socal-back-to-school-events-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/943762\/","title":{"rendered":"SoCal Back to School Events Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao MvWXB TjIXL aGjvy ebVHC \">ABC7 keeps an updated list of resources to help our neighbors looking for Back to School Resources by county.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">If we have omitted a resource, please <strong class=\"vtkaO \"><a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/abc7.com\/post\/socal-back-school-events-guide\/19471717\/mailto:community@abc7.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">email our Community team<\/a><\/strong> for consideration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Los Angeles<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Back To School Backpack Giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Kheir Clinic- Koreatown, Downtown LA<br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, July 18,2026, 10 a.m. &#8211; 2 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Join the Kheir Clinic on Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. &#8211; 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the 6th Street Clinic for free backpacks, school supplies, giveaways, community resources, and more.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">With your support, every child who attends will leave with a new backpack, school supplies, hygiene essentials, and connections to community resources that set them up for a strong start. Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSeyk8czYBgdLWMUDKuRz6AP-Fze0Vudkt_fu0v04z7hb5uS6g\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Back to School Resource Fair registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Back to School Resource Fair<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Thursday, July 30, 2026, 4:00pm &#8211; 7:00pm<br class=\" \"\/>Join us for fun activities and free stuff to get your students ready for school. Bring a bike for our bike rodeo, make some art, and learn all about the resources the Lennox community has for students.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">For all school age kids, preschool &#8211; 12th grade.  Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/visit.lacountylibrary.org\/event\/16868709\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Back to School Resource Fair registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">DIY Back-to-School Pencil Box<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 1, 2026, 3:00pm &#8211; 4:00pm<br class=\" \"\/>Gear up for a new school year! Join us to create a pencil box that is uniquely yours using jewels, paint, and stickers. Your design is limited only by your imagination! For ages 5 &#8211; 12.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/visit.lacountylibrary.org\/event\/16803976\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">DIY Back-to-School Pencil Box registration<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Annual Dena Community Backpack Giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Rose Bowl Stadium<br class=\" \"\/>Sunday, August 2, 2026, 10:00 AM &#8211; 3:00 PM<br class=\" \"\/>Gear up for back to school with confidence by providing FREE backpacks filled with school supplies, resources, and a day full of community, fun, and support. Registration is required-scan the QR code on the flyer to reserve your spot!<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Link to post with QR code: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DaeDzNtj8I4\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Annual Dena Community Backpack Giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">7th Annual Kobe Day Back to School Backpack Giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Barack Obama Charter School<br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 8, 2026, 11 a.m. &#8211; 3 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Get ready to kick off the new school year in style at Barack Obama Charter School on Saturday, August 8, 11 a.m. &#8211; 3 p.m.! Join them for a fun-filled day of backpacks &amp; school supplies, manicures, horseback riding, basketball drills, and face painting.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/impactla.org\/backpack-giveaway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7th annual Kobe Day Back to School Backpack Giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Back-To-School Community Giveback by Opportunity Exposed Inc. Higher Education Fair<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 8, 2026, 10 a.m. &#8211; 1 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Join us for the Back-To-School Community Giveback and grab free school supplies for your children!<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/back-to-school-community-giveback-tickets-1992977325831?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Back-To-School Community Giveback by Opportunity Exposed Inc. Higher Education Fair<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Revive Restore Renew Back to School Event<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Pasadena City Hall<br class=\" \"\/>Sunday, August 9, 2026, 12 p.m. &#8211; 4 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Pasadena City Hall is hosting the Revive Restore Renew Back to School backpack give away where you can come together to celebrate fresh starts for school and family fun. Connect with resources, giveaways, enjoy cool activities, and get pumped for the school year ahead.<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/revive-restore-renew-back-to-school-backpack-community-event-tickets-1992896313521?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Revive Restore Renew Back to School Event<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">7th annual IBTU Back 2 School<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Venice Beach Boardwalk- Los Angeles<br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10 a.m. &#8211; 2 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Head to the Venice Beach Boardwalk for free backpacks, school supplies, diapers, food, music, and community resources for families at Venice Beach!<\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \">Last year they served 2,997 families at Venice Beach. This year they&#8217;re going bigger with free diapers, health &amp; dental screenings, youth performers, skate activation &amp; games, and raffles &amp; giveaways.<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/7th-annual-ibtu-back-2-school-venice-beach-aug-15-tickets-1991444331604?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">7th annual IBTU Back 2 School<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Jade Marlin Foundation School supplies and Back giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 15, 2026, 10 a.m. &#8211; 2 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>Gear up for the new school year with all the essentials you need. Swing by, grab your free supplies, meet great people, and get ready to kick off school in style. Kids Must be Present to get Backpack, and we will have Face painting for kids for free!<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/jade-marlin-foundation-school-supplies-and-back-giveaway-event-tickets-1993030411612?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Jade Marlin Foundation School supplies and Back giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Inland Empire (Riverside\/San Bernardino counties)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">SBCUSD Back to School Extravaganza<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>San Bernardino Valley College<br class=\" \"\/>Friday, July 17, 2026, 9:00 a.m. &#8211; 12 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>The San Bernardino City Unified School District will host its free annual Back-to-School Extravaganza on July 17, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon at San Bernardino Valley College, offering families school information, community resources and opportunities to connect with District departments and partners. Families are encouraged to arrive early to take advantage of available resources. For more information, call (909) 880-4057.<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sbcusd.com\/connect\/district-calendar?cal_date=2026-07-22\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">SBCUSD Back to School Extravaganza<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Celebration Park North- Ontario, CA<br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, July 18, 2026, 10 a.m. &#8211; 1 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>A Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway will be held on Saturday, July 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Celebration Park North in Ontario, offering free backpacks, school supplies, books, food, raffles and giveaways. Backpacks are available while supplies last, limited to one per child, and children must be present to receive them on a first-come, first-served basis. Only a few tickets left, register now.<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/6th-annual-idaydream-backpack-and-school-supplies-giveaway-tickets-1981898248011?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Backpack and School Supplies Giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Family Support Resource Fair and Backpack Giveaway<\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>RivCoDCSS Riverside Branch<br class=\" \"\/>Saturday, August 9, 2026, 8 a.m. &#8211; 12 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>The Riverside County Department of Child Support Services (RivCoDCSS) will host a Back-to-School Giveaway on Saturday, Aug. 9, from 8 a.m. to noon at 2081 Iowa Ave. in Riverside, providing free backpacks with school supplies for children ages 3 to 17. Free haircuts will also be available, with all giveaways offered on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last, and families are encouraged to register in advance.<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/links-1.govdelivery.com\/CL0\/https:*2F*2Fwww.surveymonkey.com*2Fr*2FFamSupportRSVP\/1\/010001987b3de9de-0f0c4eb4-8daf-4b16-9cc3-5e01a93010f6-000000\/kbDCr84WhxNFypKVjmMLH2K5PLWmYABV_ock6Y8Q9Ck=417__;JSUlJQ!!JTyGX330HN5x6Ko!CR1RV1SAoP3GFY3FUGjWhcJmCyw442x0QjqTUEfKESnaDDnZV_vO0QBkgF7Rt0mYLXAKLT6liKgjKlon3rkiUWs$\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Family Support Resource Fair and Backpack Giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC TjIXL aGjvy \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">Orange County<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"EkqkG IGXmU nlgHS yuUao lqtkC eTIW sUzSN \"><strong class=\"vtkaO \">3rd annual Summer Extravaganza &amp; Backpack Giveaway <\/strong><br class=\" \"\/>Mondragon Family Market<br class=\" \"\/>Friday, July 24, 2026, 5 p.m. &#8211; 7 p.m.<br class=\" \"\/>3rd Annual Summer Extravaganza &amp; Backpack Giveaway will take place on July 24, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mondragon Family Market, bringing the community together for games, prizes, resources and free haircuts. Children will receive a free backpack filled with school supplies while supplies last.<br class=\" \"\/>Register online here: <a class=\"zZygg UbGlr iFzkS qdXbA WCDhQ DbOXS tqUtK GpWVU iJYzE \" data-testid=\"prism-linkbase\" href=\"https:\/\/www.wingsofkindnessalasdebondad.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">3rd annual Summer Extravaganza &amp; Backpack Giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Copyright \u00a9 2026 KABC Television, LLC. 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