Is there school the day after Thanksgiving 2026?
- Recess day for students and district employees.
- It ends Thanksgiving week. Students are back Mon, Nov 30.
- Part of Thanksgiving week (Nov 23–27).
- Back to school Monday, November 30, 2026.
What is a recess day?
A recess day is a scheduled day off that isn’t a legal holiday. The district uses recess days to build the Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks.
Fri, Nov 27 (Black Friday) is a recess day for students and employees, so it closes out Thanksgiving week.
3 ideas for the day
- FreeSouth Pointe ParkPlaygrounds, a long pier and ocean views. Free entry, paid parking · South BeachHours and tickets
- Rainy dayFrost ScienceAquarium, planetarium and science exhibits under one roof · Downtown MiamiHours and tickets
- SpecialZoo MiamiA big zoo with animals from around the world. Free parking · Southwest Miami-DadeHours and tickets
Hours and prices change, so check the official site before you go.
Unofficial parent guide · Dates from the official M-DCPS 2026–27 calendar · checked Oct 21, 2026
Common questions
Is there school the day after Thanksgiving 2026 in Miami-Dade?
No. Friday, November 27, 2026 is a recess day with no school for Miami-Dade County Public Schools students. School is back Monday, November 30, 2026.
What is a recess day?
A recess day is a scheduled day off that isn’t a legal holiday. The district uses recess days to build the Thanksgiving, winter and spring breaks. Fri, Nov 27 (Black Friday) is a recess day for students and employees, so it closes out Thanksgiving week.
Where do these dates come from?
The official M-DCPS 2026–27 Elementary & Secondary school calendar, last checked Oct 21, 2026.