Denver Days Back to School Fest 2026

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 by our colleagues at the Denver Department of Public Health & Environment (DDPHE) and family-friendly activities.

Thanks to our partners at Goodwill of Colorado, students can personalize their new backpacks at a special customization station. Our guests 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!