Denver Days Back to School Fest
As the official closing celebration of Denver Days, our Denver Days Back to School Fest 2026 brings together city agencies, community partners, families, and the volunteer impact of First Lady Courtney Johnston’s Give5 Mile High Initiative for a day of resources, support, and celebration designed to help students start the school year prepared, confident, and connected.
Join us for a fun-filled day, completely FREE for Denver families, featuring 1,000+ backpacks filled with school supplies, valuable community resources, a vaccination and basic physical exam clinic, and family-friendly activities. Thanks to our partners at Goodwill of Colorado, students can personalize their new backpacks at a special customization station. Attendees can also enjoy live performances from Youth on Record, fresh haircuts provided by R&R Headlabs, and much more, all part of a celebration of community, culture, and opportunity as we kick off a successful school year together.
Be Part of the Impact:
Announcement:
Due to the overwhelming response from our community partners, we have reached capacity for resource tables at this year's event.
Organizations and city agencies that have already signed up will receive a confirmation email, along with additional event logistics and participation details.
If your organization is still interested in participating, please contact our team at DenverDays@denvergov.org or HRCPPIO@denvergov.org to discuss additional opportunities that may be available. We are grateful for your enthusiasm and commitment to supporting Denver families and students, and we look forward to connecting with you!
Event Details:
Location: Westwood Community Center – 1000 S Lowell, Denver, CO 80219
Date: August 8, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
A Special Thanks To:
We are deeply grateful to our community partners at the Colorado Rockies, Denver Broncos, Goodwill of Colorado, Youth on Record, R&R Head Labs, and Southwest Denver Coalition for their support in helping make the Denver Days Back to School Fest 2026 possible. Your partnership plays a vital role in connecting Denver families with resources, services, and opportunities as we prepare students for a successful school year.