Back-to-School Block Party
The Dance Academy of Virginia will host a free party with music and, of course, dancing. See performances and get inspired to move and groove. This free event takes place Aug. 15, 10 a.m.-noon. Don’t miss the DAV Flash Mob at 11 a.m. 6723 Whittier Ave., McLean
Back to School Resource Fair
Swing by this Falls Church event Aug. 15, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. to stock up on school supplies and enjoy backpack giveaways, arts and crafts, food and music. Students must be enrolled in grades 1-12 and live in Fairfax County. Kids must be present to get a free backpack. 5920 Summers Lane, Falls Church
Back-to-School Bash at Shipgarten
It’s almost time to prep those lunchboxes and backpacks. Might as well fill them with free school supplies at this community event on Aug. 16, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. In addition to freebies, this event promises field games, face painting and arts and crafts. 7581 Colshire Drive, McLean (Tysons)
Back to School Bash 2026 at Solace Outpost
Prepare to greet the school year with a full belly after filling up on free food and drinks at Solace Outpost on Aug. 20, 3:30-6:30 p.m. 444 W. Broad St., Falls Church
Back-to-School Bash at Caboose Commons
Celebrate the end of summer and the start of the new school year Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. This free family-friendly event features a bounce house, face painting, snow cones, a bubble machine and live tunes. 2918 Eskridge Road, Fairfax (Mosaic District)
OFC Ignite Back to School Kickoff & Tailgate Party
Bid summer adieu at the Old Firehouse in McLean on Aug. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free and open to the public, the party includes drop-in ping pong, board and arcade games, plus a sensory-friendly room and food. 1440 Chain Bridge Road, McLean
Back to School Boro Bash
Celebrate a successful first week of school with night of fun at Boro Park on Aug. 29, 7 p.m. Kids can enjoy DJ-spun beats, make school-themed crafts, bedazzle those school supplies and make their own candy bars to enjoy while watching School of Rock, which will start at 7:45 p.m. Bring new school supplies to benefit Share of McLean. The rain date is Sept. 12, 7-9:30 p.m. 8350 Broad St., Tysons (The Boro)
