School holidays
Saudi Arabia · 2026
3 school breaks in Saudi Arabia during 2026. Longest is 59 days (Summer Break).
Next school break
Summer Break
Jun 26 – Aug 23 · 59 days
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All 2026 school breaks
3 totalListCalendar
Jan9
Winter Break
Jan 9 – 17 · 9 days
9d
Jun26
Summer Break
Jun 26 – Aug 23 · 59 days
59d
Nov20
Autumn Break
Nov 20 – 28 · 9 days
9d
LegendPublic holidaySchool breakBridge day opportunityWeekend
January 2026
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9–17Winter Break
February 2026
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22Founding Day
March 2026
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20Eid al-Fitr📅 3d
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26Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha🌉 4d
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June 2026
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26–Aug 23Summer Break
July 2026
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23National Day
October 2026
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20–28Autumn Break
December 2026
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Eid al-Fitr
May26
Arafat Day and Eid Al-Adha
Sep23
National Day
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Frequently asked questions
When are school holidays in Saudi Arabia 2026?
Saudi Arabia schools have 3 break periods throughout 2026. See the month-by-month timeline above for each break's start and end dates.
How many school breaks does Saudi Arabia have in 2026?
Saudi Arabia schools observe 3 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
When is the winter school break in Saudi Arabia 2026?
The winter school break in Saudi Arabia runs January 9, 2026 – January 17, 2026.
When is the summer school break in Saudi Arabia 2026?
The summer school break in Saudi Arabia runs June 26, 2026 – August 23, 2026.
When is the autumn school break in Saudi Arabia 2026?
The autumn school break in Saudi Arabia runs November 20, 2026 – November 28, 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 Saudi Arabia. See the source link below for the official publication.