Omaha Public Schools Winter Break 2026
The 2026-2027 Omaha Public Schools calendar puts winter break on Mon, Dec 21, 2026 to Mon, Jan 4, 2027, the same week as neighboring Lincoln Public Schools. Plan around Fri, Dec 18, 2026 as the last day of classes and Tue, Jan 5, 2027 as the first day back.
Planning notes
- Christmas Day (Friday, December 25, 2026) and New Year’s Day (Friday, January 1, 2027) both fall inside the break.
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Winter break in nearby districts
| District | Winter break | Back to school |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha Public Schools | December 21, 2026 to January 4, 2027 | Tue, Jan 5, 2027 |
| Lincoln Public Schools | December 23, 2026 to January 1, 2027 | Tue, Jan 5, 2027 |
Frequently asked questions
When does Omaha Public Schools winter break start and end?
Winter break starts Monday, December 21, 2026 and ends Monday, January 4, 2027.
When do Omaha Public Schools students go back to school after winter break?
Tuesday, January 5, 2027.
How many days off is winter break?
eleven school days. With the weekends, students are off 17 days in a row (Sat, Dec 19, 2026 to Mon, Jan 4, 2027).
Could Omaha Public Schools winter break dates change?
The dates come from the district’s calendar. Districts sometimes revise a calendar after weather closures; we re-check the official document every week and update this page if it changes.
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