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Summer Break
School starts Aug 24
Next 7 Days
August 2026
Coming Up
1 this weekSchool Breaks
Holidays (No School)
The Wake County Schools school calendar for the 2026-27 school year runs from Monday, August 24, 2026 to Tuesday, June 8, 2027 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
- •2 scheduled breaks and 9 holidays throughout the year
- •Spring break: Mar 29 – Apr 2
- •Winter break: Dec 21 – Dec 31
Wake County Schools starts school 371 days later than most North Carolina districts. Winter break starts 364 days later than the most common North Carolina schedule.
Download the iCal file above to sync all Wake County Schools dates with your phone or computer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wake County Schools school open today?
No, Wake County Schools is currently on summer break. School starts Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the next day off for Wake County Schools?
The next day off is Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labor Day.
When is the first day of school for Wake County Schools?
The first day of school for Wake County Schools in 2026-27 is Monday, August 24, 2026.
When is the last day of school for Wake County Schools?
The last day of school for Wake County Schools in 2026-27 is Tuesday, June 8, 2027.
When is spring break for Wake County Schools?
Spring break for Wake County Schools is Monday, March 29, 2027 to Friday, April 2, 2027.
When is winter break for Wake County Schools?
Winter break for Wake County Schools is Monday, December 21, 2026 to Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When do students go back to school after winter break?
Students in Wake County Schools return to school after winter break on Friday, January 1, 2027. Winter break ends on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
When is Thanksgiving break for Wake County Schools?
Thanksgiving break dates for Wake County Schools are not yet available.
How do I add Wake County Schools calendar to my phone?
Click the "Add to Calendar" button at the top of this page to download the iCal (.ics) file. Then:
iPhone/iPad: Tap the downloaded file, then tap "Add All" to add events to your Calendar app.
Android: Open the file with Google Calendar, review the events, and tap "Import".
Google Calendar (web): Go to Settings → Import & Export → Select the .ics file → Import.
Outlook: Double-click the file or drag it into your Outlook calendar.
Apple Calendar (Mac): Double-click the file or go to File → Import → select the .ics file.
What school district is Raleigh, NC in?
Raleigh, North Carolina is served by Wake County Schools. This page shows the 2026-27 school calendar including first day, last day, breaks, and holidays.
When does school start in Raleigh?
School in Raleigh (Wake County Schools) starts on Monday, August 24, 2026 for the 2026-27 school year.
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Last updated: August 12, 2026