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Rep. Rafael Anchía’s Back-to-School Fair at Halperin Park
August 10 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am
📅 Monday, August 10, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 Halperin Park
626 S. R.L. Thornton Freeway, Dallas, TX 75203
💲 Free (RSVP Recommended)
Help your family get ready for the new school year at Rep. Rafael Anchía’s Annual Back-to-School Fair! This free community event is open to all families and features thousands of free backpacks filled with school supplies, fun activities for kids, and valuable community resources.
What to Expect
🎒 3,500 free backpacks filled with school supplies (while supplies last)
🚲 Bicycle raffles
💈 Haircut coupons
🎨 Face painting
🎶 Mariachi performances
💃 Ballet folklórico performances
🤝 Community resource booths
🎉 Family-friendly entertainment
Good to Know
- Free admission
- Open to all families
- Backpacks and school supplies are available while supplies last
- RSVP is recommended
- Arriving early is encouraged for the best chance to receive supplies
🌱 Weekend Sprout Tip
Planning to attend? Arrive early! Popular backpack giveaways often reach capacity quickly, and arriving before the event begins can help your family avoid long lines.