New York City Public Schools Winter Break 2026
Winter break 2026 for New York City Public Schools is Thu, Dec 24, 2026 to Fri, Jan 1, 2027. The last day of school before the break is Wednesday, December 23, 2026, and classes resume Monday, January 4, 2027.
Planning notes
- Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2026) and New Year’s Day (Friday, January 1, 2027) both fall inside the break.
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Winter break in nearby districts
| District | Winter break | Back to school |
|---|---|---|
| New York City Public Schools | December 24, 2026 to January 1, 2027 | Mon, Jan 4, 2027 |
| The School District of Philadelphia | Dec 23-31, 2026 | Mon, Jan 4, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
When does New York City Public Schools winter break start and end?
Winter break starts Thursday, December 24, 2026 and ends Friday, January 1, 2027.
When do New York City Public Schools students go back to school after winter break?
Monday, January 4, 2027.
How many days off is winter break?
seven school days. With the weekends, students are off 11 days in a row (Thu, Dec 24, 2026 to Sun, Jan 3, 2027).
Could New York City Public Schools winter break dates change?
The dates come from the district’s calendar. Districts sometimes revise a calendar after weather closures; we re-check the official document every week and update this page if it changes.
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