8/29/2026 | IN PERSON: Back to School Block Party

Back to School. Back to Business. Block Party

Join Harlem Commonwealth Council for a day of community, connection, and back-to-school celebration.

Families and students can kick off the new school year with free backpacks while supplies last, school supplies, community resources, and activities for all ages. Backpacks will be distributed beginning at 2:00 PM, so register today.

Community partners and vendors can join our Vendor Village and connect directly with hundreds of students, parents, and neighbors.

At the block party you'll find:

Gaming trucks

DJ Stormin Norman

Bouncy house and face painting

Book bag and school supplies giveaway, good while supplies last

Community resources and programs for families

Saturday, August 29, 2026

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

124th Street & Hancock Place, New York, NY