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DC Back-to-School Events 2024

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DC Back-to-School Events 2024

District agencies and community organizations are hosting back-to-school events throughout August and September, and Mayor Bowser is inviting students, families, and educators to join in on the fun!

To learn more about upcoming events specific to a student’s school community, families should be in touch with their child’s school.

DPR Roving Leaders Backpack Giveaway
The annual Roving Leaders Backpack Giveaway returns! First come, first served. Bags are available for students 3-to-17 years old. Parent and student must be present.

  • When: Saturday, August 10, 11 am – 3 pm
    • Where: Brentwood Recreation Center (2311 14th Street NE)
  • When: Saturday, August 24, 11 am – 2 pm
    • Where: Kennedy Recreation Center (1401 7th Street NW)

Multilingual Learner Institute
The Office of the State Superintendent of Education invites District educators to attend this annual event bringing together educators, researchers, and practitioners in the District of Columbia together to support multilingual learners. Registration is required to attend.

  • When: Monday, August 12, 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
  • Where: Kellogg Conference Center at Gallaudet University (800 Florida Avenue NE)
  • Register to attend

Back 2 School Youth Got Talent Block Party
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of fun, excitement, and community spirit at the Back-to-School Youth Got Talent Block Party. Young stars will shine on stage and start the school year off right with backpack and school supply giveaways. See you there!

  • When: Thursday, August 15 @ 4 pm
  • Where: Columbia Heights Educational Campus (3101 16th Street NW)

10th Annual Chuck Brown Day
Chuck Brown Day commemorates the life legacy and music of DC legend and the Godfather of Go-Go, Chuck Brown. Every year, the celebration features musical performances by the Chuck Brown Band and other local Go-Go bands. Bring a blanket or lawn chair for an afternoon of entertainment in honor of the godfather of Go-Go Chuck Brown. Come Get That Go-Go Swing!

  • When: Saturday, August 17, 2 pm – 7 pm
  • Where: Fort DuPont Park (Minnesota Ave SE)

DPR Back to School Festival
Join the Department of Parks and Recreation in getting ready for another successful school year, with a community day to celebrate the season.

  • When: Saturday, August 17, 12 pm – 4 pm
  • Where: King-Greenleaf Recreation Center (201 N Street SW) 

DCPS Back to School Information Session
Join Chancellor Ferebee and DCPS leadership for a virtual information session to learn important updates for the coming school year. Topics include attendance, early childhood, immunizations, digital citizenship, safety, and more! Spanish and ASL interpretation will be available.

  • When: Thursday, August 22 at 6 pm
  • RSVP

Back to School Day at RFK
Bring the whole family to celebrate the season at Back to School Day at RFK. From haircuts to school supplies, there will be everything your family needs to get ready for another great school year. Activations include book bags and school supplies giveaways, food, music, arcade, game truck, hair cuts, immunizations, food trucks and more.

  • When: Friday, August 23, 12 pm – 4 pm
  • Where: The Fields at RFK Campus (401 Oklahoma Avenue NE)

Annual Community Day Health and Wellness Fair 2024
Join DC Health and the Places of Worship Advisory Board at the Marshall Heights Community Development Center for the Annual Community Day Health and Wellness Fair. Free health screenings and referrals will be available, as well as entertainment and activities for all ages. Free fruit, vegetables and hot food will be available.

  • When: Saturday, August 24 at 2 pm
  • Where: Marshall Heights Community Development Center (3939 Benning Road NE)
  • RSVP

DPR Back to School Bash
Join the Department of Parks and Recreation for a welcome back to school party for community members.

  • When: Monday, August 19, 11 am – 5 pm
  • Where: New York Avenue Recreation Center (100 N Street Northwest)

Learn24’s Afterschool in the City 2024
Join the Office of the Deputy Mayor for Education and the Learn24 network to explore all the afterschool and out-of-school time programming available to District youth ages 5-21 during the 2024-25 school year.

  • When: Saturday, September 7, 11 am – 2 pm
  • Where: Deanwood Community Center (1350 49th Street NE)
  • RSVP

DCPS Back to School Block Party
The DC Public Schools’ Back to School Block Party is a celebration to welcome students, families, teachers, school administration, and community members to a successful start to the new school year. The event will include free food and fun activities for all ages including games, face painting, and student performances.

  • When: Saturday, September 14, 11 am – 2 pm
  • Where: Jefferson Middle School Academy (801 7th Street SW)
  • Register to attend

Families are also reminded that students must be up to date on required immunizations to protect against preventable diseases. The District, in collaboration with medical and educational partners, remains dedicated to enhancing vaccine access throughout the District, making it more convenient for families to have their children vaccinated. For more information, please visit dchealth.dc.gov/immunizations.