As summer winds down, metro Detroit is gearing up for an exciting array of back-to-school events aimed at helping kids and families get ready for the school year. Whether you’re looking for free school supplies, community celebrations or family-friendly fun, there’s something for everyone across the city.
From giveaways and games to music, food and activities for all ages, these local events are the perfect way to kick off the school year with excitement and joy. So mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy a variety of fun-filled days designed to make the return to school a little brighter for kids and parents alike!
Back-to-School Events in Metro Detroit
Back to School Fun Day! in Detroit
Aug. 2, 2025
- Address: 11301 Greiner St., Detroit
Stop by the corner of Greiner and Beland for free school supplies, local vendors, food, games, music and more.
Back-to-School Rally
Aug. 2, 2025
- Address: Union Grace, 15001 Dexter Ave., Detroit
Children in elementary school through high school can enjoy food, fellowship and other fun at Union Grace.
School Supply Giveaway
Aug. 9, 2025
- Address: Gateway Church, 25978 S. Knollwood Drive, Chesterfield
Stop by Gateway Church for their back-to-school community event offering children free school supplies.
Back to School Bash 2025
Aug. 15, 2025
- Address: Heilmann Recreation Center, 19601 Brock Ave., Detroit
This event features a backpack giveaway (while supplies last), face painting, crafts, music, bounce houses, food and more.
5th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway & More!
Aug. 16, 2025
- Address: Party with a Tee, 3158 S. Wayne Road, Wayne
Grades K-12 students from all districts will receive a brand-new backpack, while supplies last, at this event. There will also be games, music, refreshments and more. Registration required.
7th Annual Sevens Tournament and Free Back To School Giveaway
Aug. 16, 2025
- Address: Shadyside Park, 155 Shadyside Drive, Mount Clemens
Along with the seventh annual Sevens Tournament, this event offers an abundance of activities and a backpack and school supplies giveaway for the children in attendance. There will be bounce houses, face painting, a rock climbing wall for kids, the splash pad and more.
Campus Kids Day: Back to School Bash
Aug. 17, 2025
- Address: Campus Martius Park, 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit
This back-to-school bash features fun activations and giveaways to get kids excited about going back to school at this Campus Kids Day.
Back to School Stop-N-Shop
Aug. 20, 2025
- Address: Care House, 30521 Schoenherr, Suite 210A, Warren
Families can come shop clothing items, food items, school supplies and more at this back-to-school event. All items are free for Macomb County families.
Back to School L.O.T. Party!
Aug. 23, 2025
- Address: Taylor Christian Church, 11425 Telegraph Road, Taylor
The eighth annual Back to School L.O.T. Party offers free backpacks, school supplies, haircuts, inflatables, face painting and giveaways.
This article was recently published on July 31, 2025, by Metro Content Writer Kari Zaffarano. The post included her adding back-to-school events in metro Detroit to the MetroParent.com‘s calendar and then adding the best events to this roundup. Questions? Please reach out to kari@metroparent.com.
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