Massachusetts School Holidays & Term Dates
Summer Holidays is on now — 12 Jun 2026 (Fri) – 7 Sept 2026 (Mon) (88 days). Official Massachusetts school term dates.
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2026 calendar
Massachusetts school holidays in 2026 include spring break, summer holidays through Labor Day, Thanksgiving week and winter break. District calendars vary — confirm with your school.
| Period | Dates | Days |
|---|---|---|
Winter TermTerm | 5 Jan 2026 (Mon) – 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) | 89 |
Spring BreakBreak | 6 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 10 Apr 2026 (Fri) | 5 |
Spring TermTerm | 13 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 11 Jun 2026 (Thu) | 60 |
Summer HolidaysBreak Summer holidays typically run until after Labor Day; student start dates vary by district. | 12 Jun 2026 (Fri) – 7 Sept 2026 (Mon) | 88 |
Fall TermTerm | 8 Sept 2026 (Tue) – 20 Nov 2026 (Fri) | 74 |
Thanksgiving BreakBreak | 23 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 27 Nov 2026 (Fri) | 5 |
Fall TermTerm | 30 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri) | 19 |
Winter BreakBreak | 21 Dec 2026 (Mon) – 1 Jan 2027 (Fri) | 12 |
At a glance
- School days
- 242
- Holiday days
- 110
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 88d
- Shortest break
- 5d
- Avg break
- 27.5d
Summer Holidays
Spring Break
Year timeline
- Winter Term· 89d
- Spring Break· 5d
- Spring Term· 60d
- Summer Holidays· 88d
- Fall Term· 74d
- Thanksgiving Break· 5d
- Fall Term· 19d
- Winter Break· 12d
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FAQ
When are the next Massachusetts school holidays?
Open the Massachusetts 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 TermBreaks dates the official MA school holidays?
Dates are taken from a cited large public district or common traditional pattern used as a Massachusetts reference. Every page links the source and last-verified date. Always confirm with your district before booking travel.
Do all Massachusetts 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.
How many major Massachusetts school holiday blocks are there each year?
Most traditional K–12 calendars in Massachusetts 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.
Where can I verify Massachusetts 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.bostonpublicschools.org/
Can private or charter schools in Massachusetts 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.
When is Spring Break in Massachusetts 2026?
Spring Break runs from April 6, 2026 to April 10, 2026 (5 days) on the reference calendar used here. Verify against your district calendar before booking travel.
When is Summer Holidays in Massachusetts 2026?
Summer Holidays runs from June 12, 2026 to September 7, 2026 (88 days) on the reference calendar used here. Verify against your district calendar before booking travel.
When is Thanksgiving Break in Massachusetts 2026?
Thanksgiving Break runs from November 23, 2026 to November 27, 2026 (5 days) on the reference calendar used here. Verify against your district calendar before booking travel.
When is Winter Break in Massachusetts 2026?
Winter Break runs from December 21, 2026 to January 1, 2027 (12 days) on the reference calendar used here. Verify against your district calendar before booking travel.
When does the 2026 Massachusetts school year end for summer?
Summer holidays on the reference calendar begin after the spring term ends. Check the year calendar table for the exact last instructional day used here, then confirm with your district.
Are teacher workdays included in the Massachusetts 2026 holiday list?
No. TermBreaks lists term blocks and major holiday breaks. Teacher professional development / workdays are district-specific and are not always published as term breaks.