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School holidays

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4 school breaks in Brazil during 2026. Longest is 45 days (Summer Holidays).

School breaks

4

Total off-days

110

Longest break

45 d

Next break

In 31 days

Next school break

Winter Holidays

Jul 7 – 21 · 15 days

31

days away

All 2026 school breaks

4 total
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Dec19

Summer Holidays

Dec 19 – Feb 1 · 45 days

45d
Feb14

Carnival Break

Feb 14 – 18 · 5 days

5d
Jul7

Winter Holidays

Jul 7 – 21 · 15 days

15d
Dec19

Summer Holidays

Dec 19 – Feb 1 · 45 days

45d

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Public holidays in 2026

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Jan1

New Year's Day

Feb16

Carnival Monday

Feb17

Carnival Tuesday

Apr3

Good Friday

Apr21

Tiradentes Day

May1

Labour Day

Jun4

Corpus Christi

Sep7

Independence Day

Oct12

Our Lady of Aparecida

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Frequently asked questions

When are school holidays in Brazil 2026?
Brazil schools have 4 break periods throughout 2026. See the month-by-month timeline above for each break's start and end dates.
How many school breaks does Brazil have in 2026?
Brazil schools observe 4 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
When is the summer school break in Brazil 2026?
The summer school break in Brazil runs December 19, 2025 – February 1, 2026.
When is the carnival school break in Brazil 2026?
The carnival school break in Brazil runs February 14, 2026 – February 18, 2026.
When is the winter school break in Brazil 2026?
The winter school break in Brazil runs July 7, 2026 – July 21, 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of Brazil. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.