| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 10, 2027 (Tue) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 6, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Fall Holiday (Fair Day) | October 11, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2027 (Thu) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Break | November 22–26, 2027 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 20, 2027 – January 2, 2028 | No School |
| New Year Holiday (Observed) | January 3, 2028 (Mon) | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 17, 2028 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 21, 2028 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 13–17, 2028 | No School |
| Good Friday | April 14, 2028 (Fri) | No School |
| Last Day of School (Early Release) | May 24, 2028 (Wed) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Leon County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Leon County Schools serves approximately 33,000 students in Tallahassee and surrounding communities — home to the Florida State Capitol. Leon County Schools serves Florida's capital city of Tallahassee, home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University. The district benefits from strong university partnerships for teacher training and dual enrollment.
\nLeon County's 2027-2028 calendar features unique holidays including Fair Day (October 11, 2027) — a local tradition when schools close for the North Florida Fair — and Good Friday (April 14, 2028). The calendar was approved by the LCS Board on November 18, 2025.
The first day of school for all Leon County students is Tuesday, August 10, 2027.
Spring Break runs from Monday, March 13 through Friday, March 17, 2028. Students return the following Monday.
The last day of school for the 2027-2028 year is Wednesday, May 24, 2028. Students are dismissed early.
Leon County Schools has designated makeup days built into the calendar. If schools are closed due to tropical weather, the district may convert Teacher Planning Days or extend the school year. Parents should follow the district's official website for real-time updates.
Florida's FAST assessments are administered in three windows: fall (September), midyear (January), and spring (April–May). Leon County Schools follows the statewide testing calendar set by the Florida Department of Education.
Leon County observes Fair Day on October 11, 2027, a unique local tradition where schools close for the North Florida Fair. This holiday is not found in any other Florida district.
Yes. As home to Florida State University and Florida A&M University, Leon County students benefit from dual enrollment, mentorship programs, and research partnerships unavailable in most other districts.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official Leon County Schools 2027-2028 Instructional Calendar approved by the LCS Board on November 18, 2025.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Leon County Schools or the Florida Department of Education. While we strive for accuracy, always verify important dates with the official district website.
Last updated: March 22, 2026