Back to School in OKC: What to know about free school supplies and tax free weekend

Christopher Lane II, The Oklahoman
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Regardless of their age, buying school supplies for your child can rack up the expenses on any budget. Luckily some helpful organizations and host are offering free events to help cover the cost.

Here's a list of upcoming back-to-school giveaways, in the Oklahoma City metro area.

Note: Please check the specific details and availability of supplies for each event as they may be subject to change.

Wesley Church OKC and the United Methodist Community Backpack Drive and Community Breakfast

  • Date: July 29

  • Time: 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

  • Location: Wesley Church, 1401 NW 25th Street, Oklahoma City

  • For more information, visit Wesley Church OKC

Back to School Bash hosted by Warr Acres and Oklahoma City Center

  • Date: July 29

  • Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

  • Location: 5731 NW 41st Street, Warr Acres, OK

  • Highlights: Community event with giveaways and resources for back-to-school preparations

  • For more information, visit City of Warr Acres

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Delta Sigma Theta Back-to-School Bash

  • Date: July 30

  • Time: 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

  • Location: Garden Oaks Community Center, 3401 NE 16th Street, Oklahoma City

  • Highlights: Collaboration with Alpha Community Foundation and Garden Oaks Neighborhood Council, providing items needed for a successful school year

  • For more information, visit Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

Christian Service Center Fiesta de Regresso a la Escuela

  • Date: Aug. 3

  • Time: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

  • Location: 115 SW 24th Street, Oklahoma City

  • Highlights: Games, free food, music, and activities for those in need of assistance

  • For more information, visit Christian Service Center

The Good Fight Church Back-to-School Event

  • Date: Aug. 5

  • Time: 9 a.m. to noon

  • Location: Yukon High School, Yukon

  • Highlights: Soup kitchen, financial aid, snacks, free school items, and clothes

  • For more information, visit yukonschoolsupply.com

Back-to-school expo and career fair

  • Date: Aug. 5

  • Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Location: Centennial Building Fairgrounds, 609 Kiamichi Pl, Oklahoma City

  • For more information, visit Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Seas the Day Mobile Library Back-to-School Drive

  • Date: Aug. 5

  • Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Location: Big Smoke Cigar Club, 3719 Springlake Drive, Oklahoma City

  • For more information, visit Seas the Day Mobile Library

Western Oaks Back to School Bash

  • Date: Aug. 5

  • Time: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Location: Western Oaks Christian Church, 8100 NW 23rd Street, Oklahoma City

  • Highlights: Free food, refreshments, door prizes, performances, games, and information tables

  • For more information, visit Western Oaks

Annual Back 2 School Bash

  • Date: Aug. 8 and 9

  • Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

  • Location: 1900 N. MacArthur Blvd., Oklahoma City

  • Highlights: Hair passes, face painting, snow cones, raffle, food trucks, school supplies, hairstyles, and cuts

  • For more information, visit StylesByNii

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