SWFL Family Back to School Expo 2026
August 1 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
SAVE THE DATE! The 2026 Southwest Florida Family Back-to-School Expo at North Collier Regional Park is coming. Get a head start on your back-to-school preparations at this popular free event. It is perfect for parents and kids in Collier and Lee counties looking to kick off the new school year with a bang.
WHEN: Saturday, August 1, 2026 from 11 am to 2 pm
WHERE: North Collier Regional Park Gym, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples FL 34109
Enjoy food trucks and refreshments while you enjoy the free entertainment, meet your favorite characters, and get your face painted. And don’t forget to enter to win big prizes!
At the Southwest Florida Family Back to School Expo, you can also learn about and register for after-school activities, clubs, scouting, arts, theater and dance classes, sports, fitness, community services, schools, and healthcare resources in SWFL. It’s the perfect opportunity for your child to discover new activities and interests.
ACTIVITIES AT THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA FAMILY BACK TO SCHOOL EXPO
Get a selfie with your favorite characters
Explore North Collier Fire and Rescue Department Fire trucks
Take a break in the Family Initiative’s Sensory Trailer
Win prizes and giveaways
Have lunch or a cool treat at the Food Trucks
High-five team mascots Swampie and Mussel Man
Pet a rabbit
Bounce houses
Sign up for fun afterschool activities
Activities subject to change
Category: Festivals
Date and Time: Saturday August 01, 2026 at 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Venue details: North Collier Regional Park Gym, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples, Florida, 34109, United States