| Event | Date(s) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| First Day of School | August 10, 2026 (Mon) | School Opens |
| Labor Day | September 7, 2026 (Mon) | No School |
| Veterans Day | November 11, 2026 (Wed) | No School |
| Thanksgiving Holiday | November 23–27, 2026 | No School |
| Winter Break | December 21, 2026 – January 5, 2027 | No School |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 18, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Presidents' Day | February 15, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Spring Break | March 15–19, 2027 | No School |
| Good Friday | March 26, 2027 (Fri) | No School |
| Memorial Day | May 31, 2027 (Mon) | No School |
| Last Day of School | May 27, 2027 (Thu) | School Closes |
Complete month-by-month calendar for Manatee County Public Schools. Every day is color-coded so you can see school days, holidays, and breaks at a glance.
Manatee County School District serves approximately 51,000 students in Bradenton, Palmetto, Lakewood Ranch, and surrounding communities south of Tampa Bay. Manatee County is a growing district on the south shore of Tampa Bay, encompassing the rapidly expanding Lakewood Ranch community. The district offers choice programs including STEM academies, performing arts magnets, and career and technical pathways.
Manatee County observes Good Friday (April 3, 2026) as a school holiday. The district publishes its calendar in English and Spanish, and provides accessible formats for families.
The first day of school for all Manatee County students is Monday, August 10, 2026.
Spring Break runs from Monday, March 15 through Friday, March 19, 2027.
The last day of school is Thursday, May 27, 2027.
Yes. The 2026-2027 academic calendar has been officially published by the School District of Manatee County.
Florida's FAST assessments are administered in three windows: fall (September), midyear (January), and spring (April–May). Manatee County follows the statewide testing calendar.
Yes. Manatee County schools are closed on Good Friday, March 26, 2027.
Data Source: This calendar is compiled from the official School District of Manatee County 2026-2027 academic calendar.
Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with Manatee County School District or the Florida Department of Education. While we strive for accuracy, always verify important dates with the official district website.
Last updated: April 4, 2026