[Resources]: Philly’s 5th Annual Back-to-School Bus Tour

Get ready, Philly families — the School District of Philadelphia’s Back-to-School Celebration & Bus Tour is back for its 5th year, and it's bigger, better, and more fun than ever!

From July 28 to August 15, the bus will hit neighborhoods across the city, bringing excitement and essential resources straight to your block — just in time for the first day of school on Monday, August 25, 2025.

🎉 What to Expect at Each Stop:

• Free backpacks & school supplies.

• Frozen treats, games, raffles, and more.

• Registration help for Pre-K through 12th grade.

• Low-cost immunizations and physicals (at select stops).

• Info on job opportunities with the district.

• A chance to connect with dozens of partner organizations.

*Immunizations & Physicals Available at Select Locations.

Pre-registration is highly recommended. ➜ Register Now

Monday, July 28, 2025*

School of the Future – 4021 Parkside Ave, Phila., PA 19104

Friday, August 1, 2025

Fashion District Philadelphia – 901 Market St, Phila., PA 19107

Monday, August 4, 2025*

Martin Luther King High School – 6100 Stenton Ave, Phila., PA 19138

Wednesday, August 6, 2025*

George Washington High School Football Field – 10175 Bustleton Ave, Phila., PA 19116

Saturday, August 9, 2025

Citizens Bank Park – 1 Citizens Bank Way, Phila., PA 19148

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Marcus Foster Memorial Stadium (Gratz Supersite) – 1627 W. Hunting Park Ave, Phila., PA 19140

Friday, August 15, 2025

Roosevelt Mall – 2329 Cottman Ave, Phila., PA 19152

This year’s tour is powered by Independence Blue Cross, AmeriHealth Caritas, Comcast, and more — and features 7 Mega Events co-hosted by Radio One, Fashion District Philly, and Roosevelt Mall!

📍 See the full tour schedule + more: 👉 philasd.org/ringthebell

Let’s ring in the new school year together. Catch the bus, grab some supplies, and get your family ready for an amazing year ahead!