As families across Richmond gear up for a new school year, local organizations are stepping up in a big way. From backpacks and school supplies to haircuts, food, games, and community resources, these events make it easier for every child to start the year feeling confident and prepared.
Below is your complete guide to Back‑to‑School Events happening across
July
Community Social for Adults with Disabilities – Brighter Day Community Outreach
- Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Harry G. Daniel Park at Ironbridge, Chesterfield, VA
- Food, music, games, dancing, giveaways, and a photo booth for adults with disabilities, caregivers, and families.
Back 2 School Bash – Hopewell High School
- Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Hopewell High School, 400 S Mesa Dr., Hopewell, VA
- Annual student registration, school exhibitions, resources, vendors, food, arts & crafts, and games.
The Good Sis Network × H2O – Back to School Drive
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Location: H2O Opportunity Church, 49 Walnut Blvd., Petersburg, VA
- Free school supplies, food, games, music, and bouncy houses.
Helping Hands – 6th Annual Back to School Giveaway
- Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: Club 17, Inc., 118 1/2 Mars Street, Petersburg, VA
- Free school supplies, personal items, and fun activities. Kids must be present.
August
Summer Bash & Backpack Giveaway – CommuniCare Family of Companies
- Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Location: Petersburg Healthcare Center, 287 E. South Blvd., Petersburg, VA
- Free food, school supplies, games, bouncy house, blood pressure checks, and community vendors.
Stony Point Fashion Park Back-To-School Event
- Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
- Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Location: Stony Point Fashion Park, 9200 Stony Point Parkway, Richmond, VA
- Free school supplies (while supplies last)
🎨 Face painting
🎈 Balloon art
📖 A table by READ RVA (learn about their free literacy programs), and other local nonprofits
🖌 Get crafty and customize your backpacks, binders, and school supplies!
⚗ Science experiments & demos
🧁 Sweet treats from Nothing Bundt Cakes
🍭 Refreshing popsicles from King of Pops - Midlothian
🍋 A LemonAid stand with Anthem LemonAid - RVA benefitting children with cancer at Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU
Backpack Giveaway – New Life Outreach Church
- Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026
- Service: 3:00 PM
- Registration: 2:15 PM
- Location: 1005 Turner Rd., N. Chesterfield, VA
- Free backpacks with school supplies (while supplies last) and free haircuts after service.
The Hair Palace Petersburg – 5th Annual Back to School Event
- Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Location: 2001 S. Crater Road, Petersburg, VA
- 1,000 backpacks with school supplies, free braids & haircuts, vendors, DJ Tori Lane, and free food.
All For One Supportive Services – 4th Annual Back to School Cookout
- Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: 808 Moorefield Park Dr., Suite 250, N. Chesterfield, VA
- Free bookbags, school supplies, hot dogs, raffles, games, activities, and music. Child must be present to receive a bookbag.
Third Annual Back to School Drive – Halifax Food Center
- Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: 333 Halifax St., Petersburg, VA
- Free school supplies (kids must be present), music by DJ Leroy, games, and community fun.
Hope in the Streets – Petersburg Back to School Community Bash
- Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Location: American Inn Parking Lot, 2209 County Dr., Petersburg, VA
- Free hot dogs, haircuts, braiding, face painting, snow cones, cotton candy, clothing, and backpacks (while supplies last).
- Live music and family fun.
Hope in the Streets – Back to School Community Bash (Green Acres)
- Date: Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: Green Acres Mobile Home Park, 7901 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA
- Free hot dogs, haircuts, and backpacks with school supplies (child must be present).
