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Kansas City Public Schools school holidays
Days until next break
Fall Break (Thanksgiving)
Note: KCPS calls Thanksgiving week its fall break. Students return from winter break on January 5, 2027.
| Event | Dates | Length |
|---|---|---|
| First day of school | Mon, August 24, 2026 | - |
| Fall Break (Thanksgiving) | Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026 | 5 days |
| Winter Break | Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027 | 12 days |
| Spring Break | Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027 | 5 days |
| Last day of school | Fri, May 28, 2027 | - |
Source: Kansas City Public Schools
Last checked: Tue, July 28, 2026
Individual schools within a district can vary, always confirm with your school before booking travel.
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Kansas City Public Schools
Fall Break (Thanksgiving)
Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026
Winter Break
Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break
Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027
Summer break
May 29, 2027 to Aug 31, 2027
Jefferson County Schools
Thanksgiving Holidays
Nov 23, 2026 to Nov 27, 2026
Holiday Break
Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 1, 2027
Spring Break
Mar 22, 2027 to Mar 26, 2027
Summer break
May 28, 2027 to Aug 31, 2027
Holiday guide
Things to do during the Fall Break (Thanksgiving)
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