New York School Holidays & Term Dates
Next school holiday: Thanksgiving Break, 23 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 27 Nov 2026 (Fri) (5 days). Official New York school term dates.
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2026 calendar
New York 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 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 |
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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
Sky bars show school terms, and amber bars show school breaks across 2026.
School terms: Winter Term, 5 Jan 2026 (Mon) – 3 Apr 2026 (Fri); Spring Term, 13 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 11 Jun 2026 (Thu); Fall Term, 8 Sept 2026 (Tue) – 20 Nov 2026 (Fri); Fall Term, 30 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Spring Break, 6 Apr 2026 (Mon) – 10 Apr 2026 (Fri); Summer Holidays, 12 Jun 2026 (Fri) – 7 Sept 2026 (Mon); Thanksgiving Break, 23 Nov 2026 (Mon) – 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 New York school holiday blocks are there each year?
Most traditional K–12 calendars in New York 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 New York?
The next school holiday in New York is Thanksgiving Break, starting 23 Nov 2026 (Mon) (2026).
When are the next New York school holidays?
Open the New York 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 New York?
No. The next school holiday is Thanksgiving Break, starting 23 Nov 2026 (Mon).
Are TermBreaks dates the official NY school holidays?
Dates are taken from a cited large public district or common traditional pattern used as a New York reference. Every page links the source and last-verified date. Always confirm with your district before booking travel.
Where can I verify New York 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.schools.nyc.gov/calendar
Can private or charter schools in New York 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 New York 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 New York?
The 2027 New York City Department of Education school year begins on 4 Jan 2027 (Mon).