California School Holidays & Term Dates
Next school holiday: Thanksgiving Break, 26 Nov 2026 (Thu) – 27 Nov 2026 (Fri) (2 days). Official California school term dates.
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2026 calendar
California school holidays in 2026 include spring break, summer holidays through Labor Day, Thanksgiving week and winter break. District calendars vary — confirm with your school.
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| Period | Dates | Days | |
|---|---|---|---|
Winter TermTermTerm | Dates5 Jan 2026 (Mon) – 20 Mar 2026 (Fri) | Days75 | |
Spring BreakBreakBreak | Dates23 Mar 2026 (Mon) – 27 Mar 2026 (Fri) | Days5 | |
Spring TermTermTerm | Dates30 Mar 2026 (Mon) – 11 Jun 2026 (Thu) | Days74 | |
Summer HolidaysBreakBreak | Dates12 Jun 2026 (Fri) – 7 Sept 2026 (Mon) | Summer holidays typically run until after Labor Day; student start dates vary by district. | Days88 |
Fall TermTermTerm | Dates8 Sept 2026 (Tue) – 25 Nov 2026 (Wed) | Days79 | |
Thanksgiving BreakBreakBreak | Dates26 Nov 2026 (Thu) – 27 Nov 2026 (Fri) | Days2 | |
Fall TermTermTerm | Dates30 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri) | Days19 | |
Winter BreakBreakBreak | Dates21 Dec 2026 (Mon) – 1 Jan 2027 (Fri) | Days12 |
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At a glance
- School days
- 247
- Holiday days
- 107
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 88d
- Shortest break
- 2d
- Avg break
- 26.8d
Summer Holidays
Thanksgiving Break
Year timeline
Sky bars show school terms, and amber bars show school breaks across 2026.
School terms: Winter Term, 5 Jan 2026 (Mon) – 20 Mar 2026 (Fri); Spring Term, 30 Mar 2026 (Mon) – 11 Jun 2026 (Thu); Fall Term, 8 Sept 2026 (Tue) – 25 Nov 2026 (Wed); Fall Term, 30 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Spring Break, 23 Mar 2026 (Mon) – 27 Mar 2026 (Fri); Summer Holidays, 12 Jun 2026 (Fri) – 7 Sept 2026 (Mon); Thanksgiving Break, 26 Nov 2026 (Thu) – 27 Nov 2026 (Fri); Winter Break, 21 Dec 2026 (Mon) – 1 Jan 2027 (Fri)
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School holidays by year
School district calendars
These pages use the district's own published calendar. Other districts, charter schools and private schools can differ.
FAQ
How many major California school holiday blocks are there each year?
Most traditional K–12 calendars in California include spring break, a long summer holiday, Thanksgiving week and a winter/Christmas break. Some districts also add fall break or other mid-year closures.
What is the next school holiday in California?
The next school holiday in California is Thanksgiving Break, starting 26 Nov 2026 (Thu) (2026).
When are the next California school holidays?
Open the California hub for the next upcoming break based on the reference district calendar, then confirm with your local school district — US calendars are district-set.
Are schools currently on holiday in California?
No. The next school holiday is Thanksgiving Break, starting 26 Nov 2026 (Thu).
Are TermBreaks dates the official CA school holidays?
Dates are taken from a cited large public district or common traditional pattern used as a California reference. Every page links the source and last-verified date. Always confirm with your district before booking travel.
Where can I verify California school holiday dates?
Cross-check the cited source and your local district calendar. TermBreaks links sources and last-verified dates on every calendar page and on the methodology page. Start at https://www.lausd.org/
Can private or charter schools in California use different dates?
Yes. Private and charter schools often set their own calendars and may not match the district reference used here. Confirm with your school before booking travel.
Do all California schools follow the same calendar?
No. In the United States, local school districts (and charter schools) set instructional calendars. Major breaks often align roughly within a metro area, but start/end dates, spring break weeks and teacher workdays frequently differ.
When does school start in California?
The 2027 Los Angeles Unified School District school year begins on 4 Jan 2027 (Mon).