# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Celebrate the end of summer and kick off the school year with music, art, and community at the 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash!About this EventJoin us once again in Blue Back Square for an unforgettable afternoon of youth-led fun, creative activities, and live entertainment as we celebrate the power of art, wellness, and community! Building on the success of our inaugural year, this special event combines the Elevate WeHa Back to School Bash with the annual Concerned Parents of Color Greater Hartford (CPCGH) Backpack Giveaway, providing 300 free backpacks filled with essential supplies to West Hartford families.Event Details:Date & Time: Sunday, August 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PMLocation: Blue Back Square, West Hartford, CT 06107Vendor/Artist Registration: What to Expect:CPCGH Backpack Giveaway: 300+ backpacks filled with school supplies (distributed on a first-come, first-served basis).Live Music & DJ Performances: Enjoy an energetic lineup of local talent.Live Artists Painting: Watch talented artists create real-time masterpieces and contribute to the art yourself!Screen Printing Station: Customize your own shirt or tote bag to take home.Youth-Led Art Projects: Collaborative, engaging, and creative fun for all ages.Wellness & Prevention Resources: Connect with information booths from our incredible local community partners.Plus: Tasty snacks, local vendors, and much more!Who Should Attend:Teens, families, educators, and community members! Everyone is welcome to join this completely free, substance-free celebration.About Elevate WeHa:Elevate WeHa is a community-driven initiative bringing together youth, art, and wellness to empower the next generation. Led by RiseUP and the West Hartford Prevention Partnership, in collaboration with Youth Recovery CT, local schools, town agencies, and in proud partnership with Concerned Parents of Color Greater Hartford, we provide leadership opportunities, service projects, and safe, creative spaces for teens.About Concerned Parents of Color Greater Hartford:Concerned Parents of Color Greater Hartford (CPCGH) is committed to strengthening communities by providing essential resources and support for families of color throughout Greater Hartford. Learn more athttps://www.facebook.com/CPCWH/. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-hartford/2nd-annual-west-hartford-back-to-school-bash-and-backpack-giveaway/100001987496758306 - **Event Categories**: back-to-school, art, music, health-wellness, live-music, fine-arts, entertainment - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 2 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Blue Back Square - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Hartford - **state**: CT - **country**: United States - **location**: Blue Back Square - **lat**: 41.7603482 - **long**: -72.740265 - **full address**: Blue Back Square, 65 Memorial Road, West Hartford, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/692e35c1c2dc5be4b6147f31a6a78153a62ff5a0aba25cd0d1071864f9a9dd33-rimg-w1200-h1600-dc8c8f90-gmir.jpg?v=1776343332 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway being held? - **A:** 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway takes place on Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 04:00 pm at Blue Back Square, 65 Memorial Road, West Hartford, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway? - **A:** 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway is organized by RiseUP for Arts. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2nd Annual West Hartford Back to School Bash & Backpack Giveaway is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Hartford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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