Come to one of the largest back-to-school events in Columbus. 

• Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025

• Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

• Location: Fort Hayes Campus

• Free Parking: Columbus State Community College (250 Cleveland Ave, Columbus, OH 43215) Shuttle bus pick-up at Columbus State Community College Mitchell Hall.  Click here for parking map. 

• REGISTER HERE for CCS Back to School Fair

FREE backpacks, books, and school supplies. Over 100 CCS departments and community partners will be available to assist with back-to-school resources, including health screenings, home safety, after-school programs, and social service information.

Click here to watch a video on the 2024 Back to School Resource Fair.

Click here to view the complete list of our partners.