Back-To-School Shopping in Burlington, MA 

August 1, 2024

Sharpen those pencils and prep the backpacks; Burlington Public Schools head back to the classroom on August 28th! While the dog days of summer may be quickly slipping away there is still lots to do to get ready for the first day of school. 

From clothes shopping to finding the right technology to make studying a breeze, many stores in Burlington offer last-minute deals to ensure your school year starts on the right foot. Or perhaps your family hasn’t checked off all the items on the summer bucket list and you want to plan one more fun activity before the grind of school starts. Burlington businesses offer all that and more. 

Let’s explore some ways your family can get ready for school, fall sports and activities and all the organization you need to have a successful year. 

3rd Ave mural in Burlington, MABack-To-School Shopping 

Whether your child needs school supplies like pencils, notebooks, a backpack or a lunch bag or there are plenty of places in Burlington to restock your closets and desks before class is in session. Here are a few places you may want to visit with your student as you prepare for the coming year. 

3rd Ave In Burlington 

A fresh haircut for the first day of school is always a great idea or if you need to outfit your child’s room with a new desk or study area, 3rd Ave in Burlington is a great place to visit. 

Discover shops like California Closets, Dover Rug & Home, Boston Interiors, and Kohler Signature Store for your home decor needs. Or should you need a new hairstyle to start the year, try James Joseph Salon, 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon, or Bella Vista Nail and Salon Studio. For one more night of fun before the homework begins, take the family out for bowling at King’s Dining & Entertainment, pizza at Tony C’s or some yummy dessert at Twist Bakery and Cafe

The front facade of the Burlington MallBurlington Mall 

With over 185 stores at the Burlington Mall what better place to visit to get everything you need for your back-to-school shopping list?  Start your exploration for the perfect first-day outfit at one of the many anchor stores such as Macy’s or Nordstrom. Or head to one of the many clothing stores inside the mall such as Forever 21, Anthropologie, Vans, J. Crew, Aeropostale, Express or Eddie Bauer

Shopping for school can work up an appetite so enjoy a snack or meal at one of the fabulous dining establishments at the Burlington Mall. From The Cheesecake Factory to Common Craft and from Frank Pepe’s to Karma Asian Fusion, the Burlington Mall has a wide selection of cuisine from around the globe. 

Wayside in Burlington 

Just down the street, you will find Wayside, formerly called Wayside Commons, where you can find fantastic deals on items like backpacks or fall sports equipment at L.L. Bean, or calendars, pens and organizers at the Paper Source to start the year off ready for anything! 

Wayside is also a great place to search for a new outfit or get that last-minute lunch with friends as they offer a wide assortment of clothing stores and dining establishments. Check out their full directory and plan your visit today. 

Middlesex Commons

Middlesex Commons on Middlesex Turnpike in Burlington offers a great alternative for shoppers looking to hop into one or two stores rather than spend the day at an outlet or mall. 

Make a quick trip to DSW Shoes for that new pair of sneakers, dress shoes or casual footwear for back-to-school. While you are there, discover the sales at Nordstrom Rack or Old Navy

Before you leave, don’t forget to visit Market Basket to stock up on their favorite lunches, snacks, drinks and sandwich supplies. 

Explore more shopping options in Burlington, Massachusetts on the Bring Me To Burlington site where you can explore malls, outlet shopping and individual retailers on our shopping pages. Welcome back to school, everyone!