Los Angeles Unified School District
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 8, 2027
Spring: Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
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US School Holidays 2026-2027
Compare winter break, spring break, Thanksgiving recess, first day of school, and last day of school across the United States in one parent-friendly guide.
Winter Break
Late Dec 2026 – Early Jan 2027
Most districts schedule winter break around Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.
Spring Break
March – April 2027
Spring break timing varies widely by district, especially in large states.
Thanksgiving Recess
Nov. 26-27, 2026
Many schools close for Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday.
Quick answer
When are US school holidays in 2026-2027?
US school holidays for 2026-2027 commonly include Thanksgiving recess, winter break from late December into early January, and spring break in March or April. Exact dates are set locally, so compare the state-level windows here and confirm your district calendar before making plans.
What this school holiday guide covers
The 2026-2027 school year does not follow one national calendar. Each state sets broad instructional requirements, while local school districts publish their own final calendars. This page gives families a quick way to compare common holiday windows before checking district-specific dates.
Use the table below to scan winter break, spring break, Thanksgiving recess, first day of school, and last day of school by state. Each state name links to a full calendar page with more holiday details and source information.
Important note for travel planning
School holidays can vary by district, weather make-up days, board approvals, and local observances. Always confirm final dates with your school district before booking travel, camps, or childcare.
Popular state holiday calendars
Start with high-demand states, then compare all 50 states below.
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Arizona
District dates not yet verified in this guide
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California
Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
Los Angeles Unified School District only; not statewide
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Florida
Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
Broward County Public Schools only; not statewide
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Georgia
Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027
Atlanta Public Schools only; not statewide
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Illinois
Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
Chicago Public Schools only; not statewide
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New York
Apr 22, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027
New York City Public Schools only; not statewide
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North Carolina
District dates not yet verified in this guide
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Ohio
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Pennsylvania
District dates not yet verified in this guide
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Texas
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50-state comparison table
School holidays by state, 2026-2027
Winter and spring dates are examples for named districts only, not statewide schedules. School-year and Thanksgiving entries are legacy planning references that have not been district-verified in this review. Do not use those unverified entries to book travel or childcare.
Blue: school yearAmber: ThanksgivingIndigo: winterGreen: spring
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Open state details
Each state links to a full calendar page with holidays, FAQs, and district verification notes.
Verify before booking
Official source links help families confirm final dates before travel, camps, or childcare.
| State | School year | Thanksgiving | Winter break | Spring break | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona AZDistricts vary | Jul-MayStarts Jul 27, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| California CADistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 12, 2026Ends Jun 10, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | December–January recessDec 21, 2026 – Jan 8, 2027 Los Angeles Unified School District only; not statewide Winter source | District example onlyMar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 Los Angeles Unified School District only; not statewide Spring source | Source |
| Florida FLDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | December–January recessDec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 Broward County Public Schools only; not statewide Winter source | District example onlyMar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 Broward County Public Schools only; not statewide Spring source | Source |
| Georgia GADistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 3, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | December–January recessDec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 Atlanta Public Schools only; not statewide Winter source | District example onlyApr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027 Atlanta Public Schools only; not statewide Spring source | Source |
| Illinois ILDistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends Jun 4, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | December–January recessDec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 Chicago Public Schools only; not statewide Winter source | District example onlyMar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027 Chicago Public Schools only; not statewide Spring source | Source |
| New York NYDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 10, 2026Ends Jun 25, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 26, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | December–January recessDec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027 New York City Public Schools only; not statewide Winter source | District example onlyApr 22, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027 New York City Public Schools only; not statewide Spring source | Source |
| North Carolina NCDistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 25, 2026Ends Jun 11, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Ohio OHDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 20, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Pennsylvania PADistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends Jun 9, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Texas TXDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 12, 2026Ends May 27, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 23, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Alabama ALDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Colorado CODistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 17, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Connecticut CTDistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 31, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Indiana INDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Iowa IADistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Kentucky KYDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 12, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Louisiana LADistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Maryland MDDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 11, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Michigan MIDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 11, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Minnesota MNDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 8, 2026Ends Jun 11, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Missouri MODistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| New Jersey NJDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Oklahoma OKDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 19, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Oregon ORDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| South Carolina SCDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 11, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Tennessee TNDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 11, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Utah UTDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 18, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Virginia VADistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 12, 2026Ends Jun 11, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Washington WADistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Washington DC DCDistricts vary | Aug-JunStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Wisconsin WIDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 1, 2026Ends Jun 11, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Alaska AKDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 17, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Arkansas ARDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 17, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Delaware DEDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Hawaii HIDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 3, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Idaho IDDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Kansas KSDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 17, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Maine MEDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Mississippi MSDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 3, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Montana MTDistricts vary | Sep-MayStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Nebraska NEDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 17, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Nevada NVDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| New Hampshire NHDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| New Mexico NMDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 10, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| North Dakota NDDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Rhode Island RIDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| South Dakota SDDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Vermont VTDistricts vary | Sep-JunStarts Sep 2, 2026Ends Jun 18, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| West Virginia WVDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 28, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
| Wyoming WYDistricts vary | Aug-MayStarts Aug 24, 2026Ends May 21, 2027 Not district-verified | NovNov 25, 2026 – Nov 27, 2026 Not district-verified | District dates not yet verified in this guide | District example onlyDistrict dates not yet verified in this guide Check your school district calendar | Source |
Verified district examples: winter and spring break
These 2026-2027 dates apply only to the named school systems, not their entire states. Winter here means the December–January recess, not a separate February break. Listed recess dates exclude adjacent weekends and staff-only days unless the source includes them. Confirm your school’s calendar before booking.
New York City Public Schools
Winter: Dec 24, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Apr 22, 2027 – Apr 30, 2027
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Check this district’s official calendarBroward County Public Schools
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
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Check this district’s official calendarAtlanta Public Schools
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Apr 5, 2027 – Apr 9, 2027
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Check this district’s official calendarChicago Public Schools
Winter: Dec 21, 2026 – Jan 1, 2027
Spring: Mar 22, 2027 – Mar 26, 2027
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Check this district’s official calendarWhy holidays differ by district
- 01States set instructional day or hour requirements, but districts choose many local calendar dates.
- 02Large districts may observe additional local holidays, professional development days, or election days.
- 03Snow days, hurricanes, emergency closures, and make-up days can shift the final day of school.
Best next steps for parents
- ✓Open your state page and review the full holiday list and source link.
- ✓Confirm final dates on your school district website before making commitments.
- ✓Check back after official district calendars are updated for the 2026-2027 year.
Related guide
Spring Break 2027 Dates by State →
Related guide
First Day of School 2026 by State →
School holidays FAQ
When are US school holidays for 2026-2027?
US school holidays for 2026-2027 vary by state and local school district. Most schools observe Labor Day, Thanksgiving recess, winter break, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, spring break, and Memorial Day, but exact dates depend on district calendars.
When is winter break for the 2026-2027 school year?
Winter break usually runs from late December 2026 into early January 2027. Many districts schedule the break around Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, but the start and end dates vary locally.
When is spring break 2027?
Spring break 2027 is usually scheduled in March or April. Southern states and large urban districts often choose different weeks than northeastern or midwestern districts, so families should confirm with their local school district.
Are these school holiday dates official?
This guide summarizes state-level school calendar patterns and links to official sources where available. District calendars can differ, so always verify final dates with your school district before booking travel or childcare.