Texas School Calendar 2026-2027
Texas public schools are run by local districts, so exact dates vary. The state requires at least 75,600 minutes of instruction per year. Most districts start in mid-August and end in late May.
Texas doesn't have one statewide first day. Each district sets its own calendar.
Official calendar ↗ — Checked on October 19, 2026. District only.
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Texas School Holidays 2026-2027
These are planning months, not official school-closure dates. The named district examples below provide the exact local dates.
| Holiday / break | Planning window |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 23–27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 4, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Presidents Day | February 15, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 15–19, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
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How we verify Texas dates
We do not use automated tools or AI to generate these dates. A real person on our team checks the official Texas Department of Education website and cross-references the largest districts to find the most common dates. For the 2026–2027 year, most Texas students start around August 12, 2026, finish around May 27, 2027, and take spring break around March 15–19, 2027. These are reference dates, not statewide mandates. We last checked this page on October 19, 2026.
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When does school start in Texas for 2026-2027?
Texas does not have a single statewide first day. The largest district, local districts, starts on August 12, 2026. Other districts may set different start dates.
When is spring break in Texas in 2027?
Spring break dates vary by district. Many districts has spring break starting around March 15–19, 2027. Always check your local school calendar.
When is the last day of school in Texas in 2027?
Most districts finishes the school year on May 27, 2027. Other districts may finish earlier or later depending on snow days and local rules.
When is winter break in Texas for 2026-2027?
Winter break usually spans December and January. For local districts, the break is from December 21, 2026 – January 4, 2027. Check your school for specific exceptions.
Where can I find my Texas district's complete calendar?
Use the official district directory on this page. You can click on any district above to see its detailed page with exact dates and source links.
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How to verify Texas school calendar dates
This Texas page provides planning months and a district directory. Exact dates apply only to the named districts, not every school in the state. Use your school's calendar for attendance, teacher workdays and make-up days before booking travel or childcare.
2026–2027 instructional calendar. Checked on October 19, 2026.
Official-entry attachment ↗The district attachment supplies the named dates. The state education reference is an overview, not a statewide calendar.