Join Us for an A+ Event!

This Back-to-School season, Giant Eagle is bringing the party to Erie with Retro Recess, a throwback-style community celebration that’s all about showing love to our teachers, students, and neighbors. From exciting giveaways to high-energy in-store entertainment, we’re here to start the school year on a high note.

Free Backpacks for the first 100 Guests

Kick off the school year prepared! The first 100 guests at each event will receive a free backpack. Plus, enjoy back-to-school games with chances to win prizes and supplies, nutritionist-approved lunchbox demos to inspire healthy lunches and snacks, and local school performances that bring the energy. It’s family fun for all ages, right in your neighborhood Giant Eagle.

RSVP for A Store Event

Enter for the Chance to Win a $250 Giant Eagle Gift Card

Every store event brings another chance to win! One lucky guest at each location will take home a $250 Giant Eagle Gift Card—perfect for groceries, snacks, and back-to-school essentials.

At participating stores only. Retro Recess $250 Giant Eagle Gift Card Sweepstakes live drawing at conclusions of each event. No purchase necessary. See store for Sweepstakes rules and regulations.

Nominate an A+ Teacher

We’re celebrating Erie’s most spirited educators! Nominate your favorite teacher for the chance to help them win a share of $1,000 in Giant Eagle Gift Cards to recognize the passion and energy they bring to their classrooms every day.

Nominate Your Teacher

$1,000 in Prizes for Erie’s
Most Spirited Teachers

Think your favorite teacher has the best school spirit in Erie? Nominate them for a chance to win big in our Retro Recess celebration.

Nominate Your Teacher