BACK-TO-SCHOOL BASH 2026

A community celebration helping students start the school year confident and prepared.

About the Back to School Bash

The Kidz on the BLOK Back-to-School Bash is an annual community event designed to help students start the school year confident and prepared.

Through partnerships with local businesses, organizations, and volunteers, the event provides school supplies, hair services, and access to valuable community resources for students and families.

Each year the Back-to-School Bash brings together hundreds of families, community partners, and small businesses for a day focused on preparation, empowerment, and connection.

WHAT FAMILIES CAN EXPECT

Free Bookbags & School Supplies

Students will have the opportunity to receive a free bookbag filled with essential school supplies to help them begin the school year prepared.

Hair Services – Crown Care Collective

Volunteer barbers and stylists provide haircuts and braiding services so students can start the school year feeling confident.

Community Resources

Families can connect with organizations offering resources related to education, health, youth development, and family services.

Youth Activities

Students can enjoy music, games, and interactive activities throughout the event.

HOW THE HALL PASS WORKS

When students check in at the Back-to-School Bash, they will receive a Hall Pass.

The Hall Pass encourages families to visit community resource tables throughout the event. As students visit participating organizations, they will collect stamps on their Hall Pass.

Completed Hall Passes can be used to redeem a free bookbag filled with school supplies while supplies last.

Important Information

• Student registration does not guarantee a bookbag
• Bookbags are distributed first-come, first-served while supplies last
• Students must be present at the event to participate

Our goal is to connect families with valuable community resources while helping students start the school year confident and prepared.

Community Marketplace

In addition to school supplies and community resources, the Back-to-School Bash will feature a Community Marketplace where families can shop from local small businesses and vendors.

The marketplace highlights local entrepreneurs offering a variety of products such as:

• Apparel
• Accessories
• Beauty products
• Handmade goods
• Food trucks

We encourage families to support the local businesses and entrepreneurs participating in the event.

Student Registration

Student registration for the 2026 Back-to-School Bash will open soon.

Families will be able to register online before the event.

Please note:

• Registration does not reserve or guarantee a bookbag
• Bookbags are distributed first-come, first-served while supplies last

Follow Kidz On The BLOK for registration updates.

Instagram: @kidz_ontheblok

Registration Opening Soon

Vendor Opportunities

The Back-to-School Bash provides an opportunity for businesses and entrepreneurs to connect with families in the community while supporting a meaningful event for students.

Each year the event brings together 500+ students and their families, creating a vibrant environment for businesses to showcase their products and services.

Vendors are welcome to sell products, promote their business, and engage directly with community members throughout the event.

Connect With Families

Meet and engage with hundreds of local families attending the event.

Promote Your Brand

Introduce your business to new customers and increase visibility in the community.

Sell Your Products

Vendors are welcome to sell products and merchandise during the event.

Reserve Your Vendor Space

Support Youth in the Community

Your participation helps support Kidz On The BLOK programs that empower youth and families.