College Fair

Next date: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM

Lakewood's annual College Fair will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. at The Centre, 5000 Clark Ave.

Parents and students (ages 15-22) can meet college representatives, pick up brochures and get the information needed for the admissions process.

All students in attendance on Oct. 13 are eligible to win a $250 scholarship sponsored by the Lakewood Teen Action Committee.

Free workshops 

For more help with college admissions and affordability, the City of Lakewood is offering two free workshops, each covering different aspects of the process.

Register now for one or both of the workshops to be held at the Lakewood Youth Center, 4658 Woodruff Avenue.

Wednesday, Oct. 14 at 6:30 p.m. 

• COLLEGE INFORMATION WORKSHOP: Important Changes in the College Prep, Application and Enrollment Requirements
• The workshop is designed for parents and students and is led by John H. Wilson III of Deacon Education & Advancement Collaborative, a leading nonprofit independent authority on affordable college options for families and career guidance for students.

Tuesday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m.

• COLLEGE PLANNING WORKSHOP: Navigate the Arduous Path of Admissions & How to Pay for College Without Going Broke
• Presented by Skip Dawson of College Planning of Greater Long Beach.

Questions?

If you have questions about this event, contact ecatalog@lakewoodca.gov or 562-866-9771, ext. 2408.

Accessibility assistance

For disability-related accommodations to participate, please contact the number above or email AccessRecreation@lakewoodca.gov.

Additional information is available on the city's Accessibility page.

When

Location

The Centre, 5000 Clark Avenue, Lakewood, 90712, View Map