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Back to School Bash 2025 at Heilmann Recreation Center in Detroit

August 15, 2025 - August 15, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Photo credit: iStock/ilija erceg

Location

Heilmann Recreation Center

19601 Brock Ave.

Detroit, MI 48205

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Description

This event features a backpack giveaway (while supplies last), face painting, crafts, music, bounce houses, food and more.

Event cost: Free

Event time: Noon-4 p.m. Aug. 15, 2025

Additional Information

Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/1077854414394020

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Wayne County

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