Spring break explained
Spring break is usually one week long, but the timing varies enormously across the US. Some districts break in February, others in March or April.
Quick tips
Tip 1
Neighbouring districts can break weeks apart, so check yours specifically.
Tip 2
Beaches, parks and warm-weather destinations fill quickly during peak weeks.
Tip 3
Book early, spring break is a top time for family travel in the US.
Dates across the US
A sample of spring break dates across major US districts for 2026-27.
| District | Spring break |
|---|---|
| New York City Public Schools New York City | Apr 22, 2027 to Apr 30, 2027 |
| Los Angeles Unified Greater Los Angeles | Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027 |
| Chicago Public Schools Chicago | Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027 |
| Houston ISD Houston | Mar 8, 2027 to Mar 12, 2027 |
| Miami-Dade County Public Schools Miami | Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027 |
| Orange County Public Schools Orlando | Mar 15, 2027 to Mar 19, 2027 |
Popular districts
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2026-27 · 122 days until next break
New York City Public Schools
New York City
Next break
Thanksgiving Recess
Starts Nov 26, 2026
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2026-27 · 122 days until next break
Los Angeles Unified
Greater Los Angeles
Next break
Thanksgiving Break
Starts Nov 26, 2026
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2026-27 · 122 days until next break
Chicago Public Schools
Chicago
Next break
Thanksgiving Break
Starts Nov 26, 2026
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2026-27 · 119 days until next break
Houston ISD
Houston
Next break
Thanksgiving Break
Starts Nov 23, 2026
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2026-27 · 119 days until next break
Miami-Dade County Public Schools
Miami
Next break
Thanksgiving Break
Starts Nov 23, 2026
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2026-27 · 119 days until next break
Orange County Public Schools
Orlando
Next break
Thanksgiving Break
Starts Nov 23, 2026
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