Back to School Bash

Charlestown's annual Back to School Bash will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Family Activities Park. The Family Activities Park will be open for families all day to enjoy for free!
This annual event provides 400 backpacks and school supplies for Charlestown students. Vendors representing local businesses, non-profits, churches, community groups, and more will be on hand to distribute school supplies.
No pre-registration required but those receiving a backpack must show a proof of residence (driver's license, utility bill) or proof of attending a Charlestown school. One backpack per student while supplies last.
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The event features a Movie in the Park to be played at The Depot featuring Sonic 3!
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2025 Supply Sponsors:
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Charlestown Fire Department
Charlestown First Methodist Church
Charlestown Housing Authority
Charlestown Parks and Recreation
Charlestown Township Trustee Tom Kendrick
Clark County REMC
DA Inc.
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First Harrison Bank
Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana
KORT Physical Therapy
Maranatha Baptist Church
New Washington State Bank
Outward Bound Community Services
Southern Indiana Roller Derby
Sweet Community Services​​​​
Unity Pressure
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Sponsors are still needed - Fill out our Vendor Application or contact us at Parks@CityofCharlestown.com to see how you can help!
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