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Back to School Events near Winter Park, Maitland, Orlando and Apopka!

Backpack Giveaways, Festivals, Open Houses and much more!

July 18, 2024

As summer winds down and the new school year approaches, families around Winter Park, Orlando, Maitland, and Apopka are gearing up for the back-to-school season. To make the transition smoother and more enjoyable, our community is hosting a variety of exciting events, including backpack giveaways, supply drives, festivals, and more. Whether you're looking to stock up on school essentials or enjoy some last-minute summer fun, these local events have something for everyone. Check out our comprehensive list of back-to-school events to ensure your family is prepared and excited for the new school year ahead! And make sure to tell them Macaroni Kid sent you! Check back often as we will add more events as we find them! 

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July 25th 
End of Summer Renaissance Festival at Maitland Library - Maitland


July 27th 
Back to School Bash - Apopka
Back To School Jam! - Orlando
Open House & Grand Opening - Meta Humans Altamonte Springs
Back to School Giveaway - Orlando
Night at the Library at Winter Park Library - Winter Park
Back to School Bash at Vicky Bakery - Orlando
Back To School Jam

July 28th
Back to School Bash at Winter Park Library - Winter Park
Backpack Giveaway - Altamonte Springs


July 30th 
Get tech tips for a safer school year - Livestream


July 31st
Back to School Bash - Winter Park


Aug 3rd 
Back to School Photos at OCLS - Orlando
OCSO Back to School Bash
Back to School Health Fair - Orlando
Back to School Bash - Winter Park
Historymakers Back 2 School Bash - Orlando
Kid Crew: Back 2 School Bash - Oviedo
Back to School Bash - Orlando
Back to School Supplies - Apopka
Back to School - Longwood
Community Day and Backpack Giveaway - Altamonte Springs

Aug 4th
Men's Closet 2024 Back 2 School - Orlando
Back to School Supplies - Apopka
Back to School Event - Altamonte Springs

Aug 6th 
Backpack Bling at OCLS - Eatonville
Back to School Kid's Party at Uno Pizzeria - Winter Garden


Aug 7th
Back to School Orlando Foodie Fest - Orlando
Back to School Giveaway at Audubon Park Church - Orlando


Aug 10th
Back to School Outreach Day - Apopka



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