9th Annual Mayor's Back to School Pencil Hunt

9th Annual Mayor's Back to School Pencil Hunt
When: Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
Rain Date: Tuesday, August 25th, 2026
Location: Muzzy Field
Parking at 15 Muzzy Street, Bristol, CT 06010
Schedule:
-Pre-K Grade Pencil Hunt: 5:30-5:40 PM
-K-1st Grade Pencil Hunt: 5:45-5:55 PM
-2-3rd Grade Pencil Hunt: 6:00-6:10 PM
-4-5th Grade Pencil Hunt: 6:15-6:25 PM
-6-8th Grade Pencil Hunt: 6:30-6:40 PM
Please arrive fifteen minutes prior to the start of the hunt to help ensure a smooth and timely start!
Presented by Bristol Parks, Recreation, Youth and Community Services, Bristol’s Board of Education, and the Mayor’s Office.
We invite all Bristol's pre-kindergarten through eighth grade youth and families to participate in a FREE scavenger hunt for pencils, as well as take home an age-appropriate goodie bag filled with school supplies. Youth who pull specially-marked pencils will take home surprise silver or gold prizes.
In addition to the scavenger hunt, there will be several community resources, vendors, and activities present to provide information and free giveaways for all. Come on by and check them out!
Learn More: https://bristolct.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=29686