2026 City-Wide Back-to-School Bash Festival & Community Job Fair
About this Event
Get Ready for the 2026 City-Wide Back-to-School Bash Festival & Community Job Fair!
Join us in person for a free fun-filled day celebrating the start of the school year! Enjoy exciting activities, meet local employers at the Community Job Fair, and connect with friends and neighbors. It’s the perfect way to gear up for a fantastic school year and explore new job opportunities in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Don't miss out on the fun and community vibes!
2026 Houston Back-to-School Bash Festival & Community Job Fair
Prepare your family for a successful school year while connecting with valuable community resources and career opportunities.
COHAP OUTREACH CORPORATION & Partners proudly presents the 2026 Annual Back-to-School Bash Festival & Community Job Fair, bringing together students, families, educators, employers, healthcare providers, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders for one of Houston's premier community events.
Whether you're preparing your children for school, looking for employment opportunities, or seeking valuable community resources, this event offers something for everyone.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, August 8, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location:
Texas Southern University
Physical & Health Education Building
3000 Wheeler Ave.
Houston, TX 77004
Admission: FREE
What You Can Expect
Back-to-School Resources
- Free backpacks (while supplies last)
- School supplies
- Socks
- Hygiene kits
- Free Haircuts & Hair Braiding
- Educational resources
- Scholarship information
- Teacher Appreciation Recognition
Community Job Fair
- Employers actively hiring
- Career opportunities
- Workforce development programs
- Vocational training information
- Resume and career resources
- Employment support
Health & Community Resources
- Health and wellness information
- Dental Screenings
- Immunizations
- Family support services
- Community resource organizations
- Educational programs
- Youth development opportunities
Family Entertainment
- Live entertainment
- DJ
- University of Houston Band
- Community performances
- Family-friendly activities
- Food vendors
- Giveaways
Special Guest
Mike Holmes
Retired San Francisco 49ers Player
President, NFL Alumni Houston Chapter
Register Today
Families are encouraged to register early to help us prepare for attendance and distribute resources efficiently.
School supplies and giveaways are available while supplies last.
About COHAP OUTREACH CORPORATION
COHAP OUTREACH CORPORATION is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing homelessness and empowering vulnerable individuals and families through housing stability, education, workforce development, financial literacy, and community outreach.
Our mission is to remove barriers, strengthen families, and create pathways toward self-sufficiency and long-term success.
Interested in Participating?
We welcome:
- Sponsors
- Vendors
- Exhibitors
- Employers
- Community Organizations
- Volunteers
Join us in making a lasting impact on thousands of Houston families.
Register today to reserve your place at this free community event.
SPONSORS & COMMUNITY PARTNERS
- Texas Southern University
- Greater Third Ward Super Neighborhood #67
- Girl Boss Suites
- Houston Dynamo
- University of Houston
- Workforce Solutions
- Baylor College of Medicine
- Councilwoman Twila Carter
- Representative Charlene Ward Johnson
- 7-Eleven
- Jason's Deli
- PPG Global, LLC
- HEB
- Community Health Choice
Event Disclaimer
This is a FREE community event hosted by COHAP OUTREACH CORPORATION and its community partners. Registration is encouraged to help us plan for attendance and resource distribution.
Free school supplies, backpacks, shoes, socks, hygiene kits, and other giveaways are available while supplies last. Registration does not guarantee the availability of specific items or services.
Event details, activities, special guests, participating organizations, and giveaways are subject to change without prior notice.
For questions regarding registration, sponsorship opportunities, vendor participation, employer registration, volunteer opportunities, or general event information, please contact:
Trinell Davis
Community Engagement & Outreach
Phone: 832-827-4421
Natasha Wilson
CEO & Founder, COHAP OUTREACH CORPORATION
Phone: 832-422-7408
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to the 2026 COHAP & Partners City-Wide Back-to-School Bash Festival & Community Job Fair.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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