Picture this: a student proudly slinging a brand-new backpack over their shoulders, a favorite sports mascot posing for photos nearby, performers taking the stage to showcase their talents, and parents crossing items off their back-to-school shopping lists … all while enjoying a break from the Florida heat.
That’s the scene families can expect at the 19th Annual Back-to-School Fair, returning Aug. 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., presented by Hillsborough County Public Schools in partnership with Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine.
The event has become a cherished community tradition that helps families prepare for the school year while having plenty of fun along the way…