Miller-Motte College is hosting Bring Your Own Backpack on Friday, July 24, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m., at its campus at 3901 Capital Boulevard, Suite 151, Raleigh, North Carolina. Bring your own backpack and they'll fill it with free school supplies. The child must be present to receive supplies. While supplies last. … [Read more...] about Free School Supplies at Miller-Motte College in Raleigh July 24
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Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Soon the summer will be winding down, and school will be starting up before too long. Here's some information to help you make the most of the rest of the summer and prepare for the upcoming school days. (On the cheap, of course.) Scroll down for a list of back-to-school events. Many include free school supplies. Some also feature fun activities and free food! Also, some include free haircuts … [Read more...] about Back to School events in the Triangle, including free school supplies, haircuts, kids’ activities and more
Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 1
The Durham County Sheriff's Office is hosting a Back to School Community Resource Event on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Durham County Memorial Stadium, 750 Stadium Drive, Durham, North Carolina. It's free to attend. This event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Community Resource Event at Durham County Memorial Stadium Aug. 1
Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten: registration required
Every year, Marbles Kids Museum, 201 E Hargett Street, Raleigh, NC, holds a free Kick-off to Kindergarten program for rising kindergarteners. In this program, children are exposed to some of the skills and experiences that they'll encounter in kindergarten: This is a free event, for the whole family, but registration is required. Some time slots have filled up, so don't delay. Kick-off to … [Read more...] about Marbles Museum’s Kick-Off to Kindergarten: registration required
Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 1 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Raleigh Dream Center and presenting sponsor, Carolina Hurricanes player Jaccob Slavin, are hosting a Back2School Bash on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at New Hope Baptist Church, 4301 Louisburg Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. It's free to attend. Event Features Parking and Shuttle There will be no parking at the event! Only park at Crossroads Fellowship Church at 2721 E … [Read more...] about Back2School Bash with Raleigh Dream Center and Hurricane Jaccob Slavin on Aug. 1 — free school supplies, festival rides, more
Shotwell Environmental Park’s Summer Splash Bash, with waterslides, lunch and more…
Shotwell Environmental Park, 4624 Smithfield Road, Wendell, NC, is throwing a Summer Splash Bash on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Celebrate summer with family-friendly activities for all ages. Please RSVP here. Please note that the event entrance, 4624 Smithfield Road, is up the road from the main entrance, 4724 Smithfield Road. Activities will include: … [Read more...] about Shotwell Environmental Park’s Summer Splash Bash, with waterslides, lunch and more…
Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 15: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Knightdale Parks and Recreation is hosting its annual Arts and Education Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Knightdale Station Park, 810 N First Avenue, Knightdale, North Carolina. This is a free back-to-school event, with free school supplies, haircuts, art, music, food and more. At the Celebration Schedule Food Trucks Sensory Relaxation … [Read more...] about Knightdale Arts and Education Festival Aug 15: Free backpacks, haircuts, more…
Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 15
Chapel Hill Parks and Recreation is presenting a Community Book Bag Giveaway for local students. It takes place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Hargraves Community Center, 216 Roberson Street, Chapel Hill. This is a free event and no registration is required. In addition to the annual bookbag give away there will be food, free haircuts and braids, activities, live … [Read more...] about Community Book Bag Giveaway in Chapel Hill, plus free haircuts and more on Aug. 15
The Shop RDU’s 2nd Annual Back to School Backpack Bash Aug. 15
The Shop RDU Barbershop is hosting its 2nd Annual Back to School Backpack Bash. It takes place Saturday, August 15 2026, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Vision Church, 5808 Departure Drive, Raleigh, North Carolina. This event is free to attend and includes: … [Read more...] about The Shop RDU’s 2nd Annual Back to School Backpack Bash Aug. 15
Back to School Bookbag Giveaway at Worthdale Community Center Aug. 2
Women Who Care are presenting a Back to School Bookbag Giveaway on Sunday, August 2, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m., at Worthdale Community Center, 1001 Cooper Road, Raleigh, North Carolina. This back to school event for ages 5 to 12 is free to attend. Please register on RecLink. The event features: … [Read more...] about Back to School Bookbag Giveaway at Worthdale Community Center Aug. 2
