Official School Calendar for Academic Year 2026–2027
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HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS hcs 2026–27 calendar dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | First Day of School |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
| Sep 25, 2026 | Mandatory Workday (No School for Students) |
| Oct 16, 2026 | Remote Workday (No School for Students) |
| Nov 3, 2026 | Workday (No School for Students) |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Veterans Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
| Nov 25-27, 2026 | Thanksgiving Break |
| Dec 21-31, 2026 | Christmas Break |
| Jan 1, 2027 | New Year’s Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
| Jan 18, 2027 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Presidents’ Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
| Mar 29 - Apr 2, 2027 | Spring Break |
| May 27, 2027 | Last Day of School |
| May 31, 2027 | Memorial Day (Holiday for Students and Staff) |
HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS Calendar 2026-2027 – Frequently Asked Questions
When is the first day of school in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
The first day of school in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for the 2026-2027 academic year is August 12, 2026.
When is Spring Break in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Spring Break for HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS is scheduled from March 29, 2027 through April 2, 2027.
When is Christmas Break in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Christmas Break runs from December 21, 2026 through December 31, 2026.
When is Winter Break in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Winter Break coincides with Christmas Break and takes place from December 21, 2026 through December 31, 2026, including the New Year’s Day holiday on January 1, 2027.
When is Thanksgiving Break in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Thanksgiving Break is observed from November 25 through November 27, 2026.
When is the last day of school in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
The last day of school for students in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS is May 27, 2027.
Is there a Labor Day holiday in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Yes, Labor Day will be observed on September 7, 2026, and there will be no school for students and staff.
When is Martin Luther King Jr. Day observed in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed on January 18, 2027, with no school for students and staff.
When is Memorial Day in HARNETT COUNTY SCHOOLS for 2026-2027?
Memorial Day will be observed on May 31, 2027.
Dates can change after publication. Read our calendar disclaimer.