Tulsa, OK Back-To-School Giveaways Near Me: Where to Find Legit Deals
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Tulsa's major back-to-school giveaways ended in early August, but Old Navy and Walmart sales run through mid-August with up to 50% off clothing and supplies.
Most major back-to-school giveaways in Tulsa have already concluded—the OSU-Tulsa Community Back-to-School Bash, Papa Johns supply giveaway, and Tulsa Dream Center event all took place in early August. If you're looking for deals on August 16, you still have active back-to-school sales at national retailers through mid-August, plus ongoing Walmart discounts, but you've missed the local free-supplies giveaways that ran through the first week of the month. The Oklahoma Tax-Free Weekend (August 7–9) also ended, so sales tax applies to clothing and school supplies again at regular rates.
Verification note: Program terms and availability can change. This page was checked against linked sources on August 16, 2026.
Giveaways That Have Already Passed
The main Tulsa-area free supply events occurred early August. The OSU-Tulsa Community Back-to-School Bash distributed free school supplies and vital community resources to over 1,000 families at its sixth annual event, including free immunizations from the Tulsa Health Department. Papa Johns Tulsa gave free backpacks to the first 200 children on August 8, plus free pizza and games.
The Tulsa Dream Center Back-to-School Splash on August 9 provided free backpacks and school supplies alongside recreational activities. Northside Neighbors Tulsa hosted a Back-to-School Neighbor Fest on August 1 with free supplies and health screenings. These events are finished for 2026.
Bookmark them for next summer or watch local nonprofit and community center announcements starting in June.
Back-to-School Sales Still Active
Old Navy discounts kids' uniforms and basics up to 50% off through August 18, with items starting at $5 and an extra 20% off at checkout during this peak window. Target and Walmart continue offering school supply and clothing discounts, with Walmart's everyday items priced under $25 on backpacks, uniforms, and supplies. These are not giveaways—you'll still pay—but they represent the deepest price cuts available right now before back-to-school season ends.
The Oklahoma Tax-Free Weekend closed on August 9, so state sales tax no longer applies to clothing or school supplies as it did during that window.
Community Resources That May Recur
Clary Sage College offered free haircuts for school-aged children on August 5–6, a first-come, first-served service. Nelson Mazda Tulsa has held drive-through school supply giveaways in past years, allowing families to receive up to five free backpacks per family by driving through the dealership parking lot, though no 2026 date is listed in current sources. Contact local nonprofits, dealerships, and community development organizations in September through May to learn about giveaway schedules for 2027.
How to Track Giveaways for Next Year
Major recurring events in Tulsa include the OSU-Tulsa Community Back-to-School Bash (sixth annual as of 2026), the Tulsa Dream Center event, and Northside Neighbors initiatives—all appearing in mid-to-late summer. Follow Tulsa-area nonprofits and community centers on social media starting in June to catch announcements. Contact the Tulsa Chamber of Commerce or Tulsa Parks and Recreation to ask about summer giveaway calendars.
TulsaKids Magazine and local news outlets publish back-to-school event guides earlier in the summer, so save those links for next year's search.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Oklahoma Tax-Free Weekend still active?
No. The tax-free period ended August 9, 2026. Sales tax now applies to all clothing and school supplies in Oklahoma at regular rates.
Can I still get free backpacks in Tulsa on August 16?
Not from the specific 2026 giveaway events listed in available sources—those concluded August 1–9. Check with local nonprofits and community centers for possible ongoing small giveaways, but the large advertised events have finished.
Will these giveaways happen again next year?
The OSU-Tulsa Community Back-to-School Bash is an annual recurring event (sixth annual in 2026), as are the Tulsa Dream Center event and Northside Neighbors events. Watch for 2027 announcements starting in June 2027.