# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for our 12th annual Back-to-School Event! The block party, held at the CREC Central headquarters on Charter Oak Avenue in Hartford, is a collaborative effort — an opportunity for the Greater Hartford community to come together to help area children and families as they prepare to start the new school year.

More than 1,200 free backpacks filled with school supplies are given to children between the ages of 3 and 17. 

Pre-register for the event at www.crec.org/c/btspre
All guests will need to complete the check-in process, but pre-registering makes it quicker for you on the day of the event. You will only receive backpacks if you complete check-in at the Block Party and children are present.

At the event, CREC, along with the city of Hartford and more than 30 community groups, provides important information about schools and local services to the more than 3,000 people who attend
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/hartford/12th-annual-crec-back-to-school-block-party/200030300558350
- **Event Categories**: parties, entertainment, back-to-school, kids
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 128

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Hartford
- **state**: CT
- **country**: United States
- **location**: CREC - Capitol Region Education Council
- **lat**: 41.75837
- **long**: -72.66835
- **full address**: CREC - Capitol Region Education Council, 111 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT 06106-1912, United States

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party being held?
  - **A:** 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party takes place on Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 06:00 pm at CREC - Capitol Region Education Council, 111 Charter Oak Ave, Hartford, CT 06106-1912, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party?
  - **A:** 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party is organized by CREC - Capitol Region Education Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 12th Annual CREC Back to School Block Party is ideal for party-goers, social butterflies, and anyone looking for a great night out with music, drinks, and good vibes. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Hartford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 120+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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