Frequently Asked Questions
Community Celebration 2026
Here are some commonly asked questions! We want to make sure that all your questions are answered before the big day!
What time does the event start?
The event begins at 10am and it will end at 6pm.
Do I need to register my student?
No registration needed! Tickets are given out a first come, first served basis. Students must be present in order to get a ticket.
Our event utilizes a ticket color system to prevent congestion when distributing school supplies. Tickets are handed out throughout the event, and then are invited to line up by color group for receiving school supplies.
I'm not sure of my student's shoe size! What do I do?
No worries! We have volunteers from Champs and Footlocker that will be available to help with shoe sizing.
Should I arrive early?
No, there is no need to arrive earlier than 9:45am. We won't begin distributing school supply tickets until around 10:30am. While we strive to accommodate every student attending our event, our supplies are limited; however, we hope to serve thousands of students!
Does the student need to be present to receive school supplies?
Yes! Students in Kindergarten through 12th grade will need to be present in order to receive tickets and their school supplies.
I don't speak English, will you have a translator available?
Yes! We have translators for the following languages: Spanish, Arabic, Ukrainian, & Marshallese.
Do I need to pay an admission fee to attend this event?
No! Thanks to our Sponsors and Donors this event is 100% free for everyone!
Please enjoy the vendors, food, and school supplies,
Where do I park?
There is no designated parking for this event. We recommend the parking lot on the South end of the park or on the street, but it is limited. Please DO NOT park along E. Harston Ave or along S. Fiske St. We use these streets for vendors and unloading.