Wake County Public School System School Calendar
Raleigh, North Carolina
📅 When does school start back?
🦃 After Thanksgiving Break: Classes resume on November 30, 2026. Always double-check with Wake County Public School System for any last-minute changes.
❄️ After Winter Break: Classes resume on January 4, 2027. Always double-check with Wake County Public School System for any last-minute changes.
🌸 After Spring Break: Classes resume on April 6, 2027. Always double-check with Wake County Public School System for any last-minute changes.
After this: Winter Break in 37 days → see the date
32% of the school year has passed.
About Wake County Public School System
Wake County Public School System in Raleigh, North Carolina, starts classes on August 24, 2026, and ends on June 8, 2027. Parents should note the two-week winter break and the spring break that runs from late March into April. Always double-check with your specific school building for early release times and exam schedules.
At a Glance
| First Day of School | August 24, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Day of School | June 8, 2027 |
| Total School Days | 177 Days |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
Wake County Public School System School Holidays 2026-2027
These are official dates published by the district. Always confirm with your specific school for any exceptions.
| Holiday / Break | Dates |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Break | November 25–27, 2026 |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | March 29 – April 2, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 |
A quick note for families
📌 Good to know
Banked weather make-up days: October 12, 2026, February 15, 2027, April 5, 2027. These are scheduled as no-school days, but the district can use them for snow or weather make-ups, so they can change.
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
Students get a nice five-day weekend for Thanksgiving in 2026. Wake County schools are closed from November 25 to 27. Kids head back to class on Monday, November 30. Plan your holiday travel around this quick break.
❄️ Winter Break
Winter break is a full two weeks off. Wake County schools close from December 21, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Classes start back up on Monday, January 4. This is a great time for family trips or just resting up before the second half of the year.
🌸 Spring Break
Spring break officially runs from March 29 through April 2, 2027. Keep in mind that Good Friday (March 26) is also a no-school day, and April 5 is a teacher workday. So students actually get a long break from March 26 to April 5, returning to class on Tuesday, April 6.
☀️ Summer Break
The school year officially ends on June 8, 2027. Memorial Day on May 31 gives families one last long weekend before summer. Check the Wake County schools website later in the year for the 2027-2028 start date.
🕊️ Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Wake County schools are closed on Monday, January 18, 2027, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes resume on Tuesday, January 19.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Wake County Public School System start school in 2026?
The first day is August 24, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Wake County Public School System in 2026?
Thanksgiving break is November 25–27, 2026. Classes resume on November 30, 2026.
When is spring break for Wake County Public School System in 2027?
Spring break is scheduled for March 29 – April 2, 2027. Classes resume April 6, 2027.
When is the last day of school for Wake County Public School System?
The last day for students is June 8, 2027.
How many instructional days are there?
The official Wake County Public School System calendar lists 177 instructional days. Check the official district calendar for specific make-up day schedules.
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Dates checked against the official Wake County Public School System calendar. Last checked: October 28, 2026. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.
How I check these dates: I enter them by hand from the district's published 2026-27 calendar and compare them against its PDF. If the district updates its calendar, I update this page. Spotted a mistake? Report it and I'll check it.
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Sources: Wake County Public School System 2026–2027 calendar; official website. Checked by MySchoolBreaks.