Florida School Breaks 2026 Calendar Guide

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Florida School Breaks 2026

Florida school break dates are set by county school districts, not by one statewide calendar. Many Florida schools have spring break in March, summer break from late May or early June into August, Thanksgiving break in late November, and winter break from late December into early January. Exact dates vary by county and district.

Accuracy note: Florida calendars are county-based, and weather-related make-up days can shift the schedule. Some counties also add fall holidays, teacher workdays, or other non-student days.

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Florida school break overview

Break	Typical 2026 timing	Common length	Applies statewide?	Planning notes
Winter Break 2025–2026	Late December 2025 to early January 2026	About 1 to 3 weeks	No	District calendars vary, and many counties have separate employee or teacher days around the holiday.
Presidents’ Day / February long weekend	Around mid-February 2026	1 to 4 days	No	Some counties use a staff day or make-up day near this window.
Spring Break 2026	March 2026	Usually 1 week	No	Florida counties often use different spring break weeks, so families should compare district calendars early.
Summer Break 2026	Late May or June to August or early September	About 8 to 12 weeks	No	Some Florida counties end in late May while others run deeper into June.
Fall Break 2026	September or October where offered	1 to 5 days	No	Not every county has a fall break, but some add fall holidays or teacher planning days.
Thanksgiving Break 2026	Around November 23–27, 2026 for many schools	3 to 7 days	No	Some counties close Monday through Friday; others only close Thursday and Friday.
Winter Break 2026–2027	Late December 2026 to early January 2027	About 1 to 3 weeks	No	Check both student and staff calendars because they can differ.

Major Florida district examples

District	Official calendar source link	Spring Break 2026	Summer Break / last day or first day if available	Thanksgiving Break 2026	Winter Break 2026–2027	Notes
Miami-Dade County Public Schools	Official source	March 2026 planning window	August 13, 2026 start date announced	November 23-25, 2026	Check district calendar	The district board approved the 2026-27 calendars and announced the student start date.
Broward County Public Schools	Official source	Check district calendar	August 10, 2026 first day announced	Check district calendar	Check district calendar	BCPS has approved 2026/27 and 2027/28 calendars.
Orange County Public Schools	Official source	Check district calendar	Check district calendar	November 23-24, 2026 make-up days listed	Check district calendar	OCPS publishes the 2026-27 school calendar PDF and weather make-up day notes.
Palm Beach County School District	Official source	March 22-26, 2027	August 10, 2026 first day	November 23-27, 2026	December 22, 2026-January 1, 2027	The key dates page gives a full family-friendly calendar view.
Duval County Public Schools	Official source	March 15-19, 2027	May 28, 2027 last day	November 23-27, 2026	December 24, 2026-January 1, 2027	The district calendar page lists the 2026-27 school year dates clearly.
Pinellas County Schools	Official source	Check district calendar	August 11, 2026 first day	Late November 2026 holiday window	Check district calendar	Pinellas posts the 2026-2027 calendar set in the district calendar area.

Florida school holidays and long weekends

Florida districts commonly close for New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day in some counties, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day observed, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
Hurricane season and weather make-up days can affect Florida calendars more than in many other states.
County calendars can also add local holiday days, teacher workdays, and school choice planning days.

Planning for parents

Use the county district calendar first, not a state-level summary.
Plan around hurricane make-up days and possible schedule shifts.
Check sibling calendars if children attend different counties or school types.
Book spring and winter travel early because those weeks move quickly.
Save the official PDF so you can spot changes fast.

Planning for teachers

Track staff workdays and professional development days carefully.
Use short holiday weeks to adjust pacing and review plans.
Avoid high-stakes deadlines immediately after break weeks when possible.
Confirm whether the calendar includes teacher planning or duty days.

Family travel in Florida

Florida spring break and Easter-adjacent weeks are strong travel periods.
Summer break starts early in many counties, so airports and beaches fill quickly.
Holiday travel around Thanksgiving and winter break is typically very busy.
Families planning Disney, beach, or cruise travel should compare district calendars first.

Florida School Breaks FAQ

When is Spring Break 2026 in Florida?

Florida spring break usually falls in March, but counties set their own dates, so the exact week varies widely.

Do all Florida schools have the same break dates?

No. Florida uses county-based school districts, so neighboring counties often have different calendars.

When does Summer Break 2026 start in Florida?

Many Florida counties begin summer break in late May or early June, but the exact date depends on the county calendar.

Do Florida schools close for federal holidays?

Many do, but the county calendar controls whether a holiday is a full closure, teacher day, or make-up day.

Does Florida have Fall Break?

Some counties do, but it is not universal across Florida.

Where can parents find official school calendar dates?

Use the official county school district calendar or PDF first.

Why do Florida school break dates vary by district?

County boards approve calendars locally, and weather make-up days can shift schedules.

Are private school calendars different?

Often yes. Private and charter schools may use calendars that differ from the county district.

When should families book travel around Florida school breaks?

Book spring, summer, Thanksgiving, and winter travel early, especially if you are traveling to the coast or theme parks.