Every holiday, break and day off Loudoun County parents need for the 2026-27 school year, all in one place.
The Loudoun County Public Schools calendar for the 2026-27 school year is here, and planning starts now. If your child attends Loudoun County Public Schools, this guide pulls every key date into one place, from the first day of school to holiday closures, teacher workdays and spring break. Whether you are arranging vacation time, lining up childcare or simply trying to avoid surprises, the 2026-27 Loudoun County Public Schools calendar below lays out the essential holidays, breaks and non-instructional days for the year ahead.
We have included start and end dates, federal and religious holiday closures and professional development days so you can stay ahead of your family’s schedule. Bookmark this page or share it with fellow Loudoun County parents. It is your go-to reference for the 2026-27 school year.
Important dates on the 2026-27 Loudoun County Public Schools calendar
- First day of school: Aug. 17, 2026
- Thanksgiving break: Nov. 25 to 27, 2026
- Winter break: Dec. 21, 2026 to Jan. 1, 2027
- First day back from winter break: Jan. 4, 2027
- Spring break: March 22 to 26, 2027
- Last day of school: June 11, 2027
Full 2026-27 LCPS calendar, month by month
August 2026
- Aug. 17: First day of school
September 2026
- Sept. 4: Student holiday
- Sept. 7: Holiday
- Sept. 21: Holiday
October 2026
- Oct. 12: Holiday
- Oct. 28: Last day of the quarter
- Oct. 29 to 30: Holiday
November 2026
- Nov. 2 to 3: Student holiday
- Nov. 9: Holiday
- Nov. 25 to 27: Thanksgiving break
December 2026
- Dec. 21 to Jan. 1, 2027: No school (winter break)
January 2027
- Jan. 4: Classes resume after winter break
- Jan. 18: Holiday
- Jan. 22: Last day of the quarter
- Jan. 25: Student holiday
February 2027
- Feb. 5: Holiday
- Feb. 15: Holiday
March 2027
- March 8 to 9: Student holiday
- March 22 to 26: Spring break
April 2027
- April 9: Last day of the quarter
- April 12: Student holiday
May 2027
- May 31: Holiday
June 2027
- June 11: Last day of school
Loudoun County Public Schools calendar FAQs
When does school start in Loudoun County for 2026-27?
The first day of school on the 2026-27 Loudoun County Public Schools calendar is Aug. 17, 2026.
When is the last day of school?
The last day of school is June 11, 2027, though early dismissal or weather make-up days can shift the final date. Confirm with LCPS as the year ends.
When is winter break for Loudoun County Public Schools?
Winter break runs from Dec. 21, 2026 through Jan. 1, 2027. Classes resume Monday, Jan. 4, 2027.
When is spring break in 2027?
Spring break is March 22 to 26, 2027, giving Loudoun County families a full week off.
When is Thanksgiving break?
Loudoun County Public Schools are closed for Thanksgiving break Nov. 25 to 27, 2026.
Dates on the Loudoun County Public Schools calendar can change, so confirm any closure against the official LCPS calendar before booking travel or time off. We update this guide as LCPS announces changes, so check back through the school year.
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