When Is Spring Break 2027? College Dates by Week
Key takeaways
- Spring break 2027 runs February 27 – April 4, 2027
- The peak week is March 13–20, 2027 (largest concentration of schools on break)
- The earliest schools (UT Austin, Texas A&M, Baylor) break the week of March 1
- Spring break 2027 falls roughly one week later than 2026 for most major universities
- We track confirmed 2027 dates for 169+ schools out of 689 in our database
Spring break 2027 is the period from late February through early April 2027 when most U.S. colleges and universities schedule a week-long break from classes. The peak week — when the largest number of schools are simultaneously on break — is March 13–20, 2027.
Dates vary by school because every college sets its own academic calendar, but the vast majority of U.S. universities fall within a six-week window built around the second and third weeks of March. Here’s the complete week-by-week breakdown, how 2027 compares to last year’s calendar, and exactly when to book if you want the best prices and the best parties.
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Spring break 2027 at a glance
| Detail | 2027 |
|---|---|
| Earliest spring breaks begin | Week of March 1, 2027 |
| Peak week (most schools) | March 13–20, 2027 |
| Second-busiest week | March 6–13, 2027 |
| Latest spring breaks end | Week of April 4, 2027 |
| Schools we track | 689 |
| Schools with confirmed 2027 dates | 169+ (updated weekly) |
| Easter Sunday 2027 | April 5, 2027 |
How spring break 2027 compares to 2026
Spring break 2027 falls roughly one week later than 2026 for most major universities. This calendar shift matters more than it sounds — destinations book up one week later in the season, Easter weekend overlaps with the late spring break window, and flight inventory peaks at slightly different times.
Year-over-year comparison for 12 high-search-volume schools:
| School | 2026 Spring Break | 2027 Spring Break | Shift |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Mar 9–13 | Mar 1–5 | 8 days earlier |
| Texas A&M University | Mar 9–13 | Mar 1–5 | 8 days earlier |
| University of Florida | Mar 7–14 | Mar 6–13 | 1 day earlier |
| Indiana University Bloomington | Mar 7–13 | Mar 6–12 | About the same |
| Arizona State University | Mar 7–15 | Mar 6–14 | About the same |
| University of Michigan, Ann Arbor | Feb 28 – Mar 8 | Mar 6–14 | 6 days later |
| Ohio State University | Mar 8–14 | Mar 8–14 | Same |
| University of Alabama | Mar 14–21 | Mar 13–20 | About the same |
| Auburn University | Mar 14–22 | Mar 13–21 | About the same |
| University of Wisconsin Madison | Mar 14–22 | Mar 13–21 | About the same |
| Stanford University | Mar 21–28 | Mar 20–27 | About the same |
| Cornell University | Mar 28 – Apr 4 | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | About the same |
What this means in practice:
If your 2026 trip was the second week of March, your 2027 trip is most likely the same week of March — but Texas schools shifted notably earlier (Mar 1–5 instead of Mar 9–13), and Michigan shifted notably later. Always confirm your school’s exact 2027 dates before booking flights or hotels.
Spring break 2027 by week
Week 1: March 1–6, 2027 — The early breaks
A small group of Texas schools and select southern universities break first.
| School | 2027 Dates |
|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin (source) | Mar 1–5 |
| Texas A&M University (source) | Mar 1–5 |
| Baylor University | Mar 1–5 |
| University of Arkansas (Fayetteville) | Mar 1–5 |
| Texas Tech University | Mar 1–5 |
Best destinations this week: Cancún and Cabo. Crowds haven’t peaked, prices are below seasonal averages, and the Caribbean is already warm — one of the best-value weeks of the spring break season.
Breaking March 1–5? South Padre, Cancún, and Cabo are the early-week sweet spots.
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Week 2: March 6–13, 2027 — The second-busiest week
A major concentration of Big Ten and large public universities.
| School | 2027 Dates |
|---|---|
| University of Michigan, Ann Arbor (source) | Mar 6–14 |
| University of Florida | Mar 6–13 |
| Indiana University Bloomington | Mar 6–12 |
| Arizona State University | Mar 6–14 |
| University of Arizona | Mar 6–14 |
| Boston University | Mar 6–14 |
| Northeastern University | Mar 6–14 |
| Tulane University | Mar 6–14 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | Mar 6–14 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Mar 6–14 |
| University of Virginia | Mar 6–14 |
| University of Notre Dame | Mar 6–14 |
| University of South Carolina | Mar 6–14 |
Best destinations this week: Cancún and Punta Cana fill to capacity. Book by August 2026 to lock in early-bird pricing at top all-inclusive resorts.
Breaking March 6–13? Cancún and Punta Cana book up first for this week.
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Week 3: March 13–20, 2027 — Peak week
The single biggest week of spring break 2027. SEC powerhouses, much of the ACC, and most major public universities are all on break simultaneously.
| School | 2027 Dates |
|---|---|
| University of Alabama (source) | Mar 13–20 |
| Auburn University | Mar 13–21 |
| Louisiana State University | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Georgia | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Tennessee Knoxville | Mar 13–21 |
| Florida State University | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Central Florida | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Miami | Mar 13–21 |
| University of South Florida | Mar 13–21 |
| Vanderbilt University | Mar 13–21 |
| Duke University | Mar 13–21 |
| Clemson University | Mar 13–21 |
| Columbia University | Mar 13–21 |
| New York University | Mar 13–21 |
| Harvard University | Mar 13–21 |
| Syracuse University | Mar 13–21 |
| Penn State University (source) | Mar 13–20 |
| Princeton University | Mar 13–21 |
| Purdue University | Mar 13–21 |
| Texas Christian University | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Wisconsin Madison | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Houston | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Iowa | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Kentucky | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Oklahoma | Mar 13–21 |
| University of Southern California | Mar 13–21 |
This is the entire ballgame for Cancún and Cabo. If your school breaks this week, book by July 2026 for a beachfront room at a top resort.
Breaking March 13–20? This is the peak week. Cancún resorts sell out by October.
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Week 4: March 20–27, 2027 — West Coast & quarter-system
Stanford, the UC system, USC, UCLA, and most California State University schools fall here, along with later-breaking northeastern colleges.
| School | 2027 Dates |
|---|---|
| Stanford University (source) | Mar 20–27 |
| University of California Berkeley | Mar 20–27 |
| University of Washington | Mar 21–28 |
Best destinations this week: Cabo San Lucas and Puerto Vallarta peak this week thanks to West Coast proximity. Cancún and Punta Cana have wider availability than in peak week.
Breaking March 20–27? Cabo San Lucas is the West Coast favorite.
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Week 5: March 27 – April 4, 2027 — The late breaks
The smallest concentration of schools, but a meaningful late-season group.
| School | 2027 Dates |
|---|---|
| Cornell University | Mar 27 – Apr 3 |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Mar 27 – Apr 4 |
Best destinations this week: Pricing is the lowest of the season — most students have already traveled. Caribbean weather is at its peak. Easter Sunday is April 5, 2027, so late-break weeks can overlap with family travel demand to some destinations (less so in Cancún and Cabo).
Breaking March 27 – April 4? Best prices of the season, peak Caribbean weather.
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What real Go Blue travelers say
“My fraternity and I used GoBlue for spring break at Grand Oasis Cancun for our group of 30. Erin was super helpful in answering all our questions and helping us.”
— Patrick Q., via Google Reviews
“Literally the best week of my life! Came here for college spring break with my best friends and had endless fun. All inclusive food and drinks, completed with a beautiful resort.”
— Kaitlin R., via Google Reviews
“Went to Cabo for spring break. Amazing experience, best price we could find. Meghan was very communicative and efficient in helping plan the trip and once we were on it.”
— Caleb J., via Google Reviews
Peak spring break week 2027: March 13–20 in detail
The week of March 13–20, 2027 is the single most concentrated week of college spring break travel. This is when:
- The largest number of major universities are simultaneously on break (27+ schools tracked in this single window)
- Cancún hits 100% occupancy at every major all-inclusive resort
- Booze cruise availability typically sells out 60+ days in advance
- The biggest spring break concerts and DJ residencies are scheduled
- Flights from major college cities to Cancún spike to peak pricing
- Group rooms (8+ travelers) book out first — usually by October the prior year
If your school breaks this week: book by July 2026 for early-bird pricing. By October 2026, top-tier resort rooms (Grand Oasis Cancún, RIU Cancún, Hard Rock Punta Cana) typically sell out at advertised rates.
Which colleges have the earliest spring break 2027?
A handful of schools — concentrated in Texas — break before March 7, 2027:
| School | 2027 Dates | Primary destinations |
|---|---|---|
| University of Texas at Austin | Mar 1–5 | South Padre, Cancún, Cabo |
| Texas A&M University | Mar 1–5 | South Padre, Cancún |
| Baylor University | Mar 1–5 | South Padre, Cancún |
| University of Arkansas (Fayetteville) | Mar 1–5 | Cancún, Cabo |
These schools historically drive the earliest spring break travel demand, particularly to South Padre Island (a short drive from Texas), Cancún, and Cabo.
Which colleges have the latest spring break 2027?
A small number of schools — primarily in the Ivy League, the West Coast, or on the quarter system — schedule late breaks:
| School | 2027 Dates | Primary destinations |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Mar 20–27 | Cabo, Cancún |
| University of California Berkeley | Mar 20–27 | Cabo, Puerto Vallarta |
| University of Washington | Mar 21–28 | Cabo, Hawaii, Cancún |
| Cornell University | Mar 27 – Apr 3 | Cancún, Punta Cana |
| University of Colorado Boulder | Mar 27 – Apr 4 | Cancún, Cabo |
If your break falls in this late window, destinations are wide open — most spring break crowds have already traveled, prices drop notably, and Caribbean weather is at its annual peak.
Find your exact 2027 spring break dates
We track confirmed 2027 spring break dates for 689 U.S. colleges and universities. As of May 27, 2026, 169+ schools have published their official 2027 academic calendars — the rest will roll out through fall 2026 as registrars finalize.
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Filter by:
- State or region
- Public vs. private
- Specific week (Mar 1, Mar 6, Mar 13, Mar 20, Mar 27, Apr 3)
- Earliest or latest breaks
- Popular schools / your favorites
If your school shows “Date pending,” your registrar hasn’t published the 2027 calendar yet. We confirm dates weekly — bookmark the page and check back, or contact your registrar’s office directly. (See primary academic calendar sources below.)
Spring break 2027 vs. K-12 spring break
College spring break and K-12 spring break almost never overlap. Here’s the difference:
| College spring break 2027 | K-12 spring break 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical window | Late Feb – early April | Usually built around Easter (Apr 5, 2027) |
| Most common week | March 13–20 | March 29 – April 2 |
| Date set by | Each university | Each school district |
| Travel demand | Caribbean, Mexico, beach destinations | Family destinations, theme parks, road trips |
If you’re a college student planning a group trip, use your school’s official academic calendar — not your local school district’s. K-12 spring break overlaps in some states (Florida and Texas K-12 districts often fall in mid-March) but not in most.
When to book your 2027 spring break trip
Spring break pricing follows a predictable curve. Here’s what to expect:
| Booking window | Typical pricing | Inventory available |
|---|---|---|
| 6+ months out (by August 2026) | Lowest — early-bird pricing | Full selection of resorts |
| 4–6 months out (Oct–Dec 2026) | Standard pricing | Most resorts still available |
| 2–4 months out (Jan–Feb 2027) | Marked up 10–20% | Top resorts sold out |
| Inside 60 days (Mar 2027) | Premium pricing | Limited to overflow inventory |
For the peak week (March 13–20, 2027), the highest-demand destinations (Cancún, Punta Cana, Cabo San Lucas) typically sell out by November 2026 at early-bird rates. Group bookings (8+ travelers) book even earlier.
For a deeper look at booking timing strategy, see our guide: How Far in Advance to Book Spring Break →
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How to plan around your spring break 2027 week
Step-by-step:
- Find your dates. Use our school lookup tool to confirm your school’s exact 2027 dates.
- Match your week to a destination. Peak weeks (Mar 13–20) favor Cancún and Cabo for the biggest party scene. Off-peak weeks (Mar 1–5 or Mar 27 – Apr 4) offer better value and smaller crowds.
- Get a quote 6–12 months out. Request a free quote before October 2026 to lock in early-bird pricing.
- Coordinate your group. Go Blue handles flexible group payments so each traveler can pay separately.
- Confirm passport timing. Most international destinations require a valid passport with 6+ months remaining at travel time. Apply by November 2026 if you’re booking peak week.
Spring break 2027 destinations
The most popular college spring break 2027 destinations:
- Cancún, Mexico — The #1 spring break destination. Largest all-inclusive infrastructure, biggest day parties, most flights from college cities. (See our Cancún resort guide →)
- Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — All-inclusive resorts with white-sand beaches. Strong value-to-vibe ratio.
- Cabo San Lucas, Mexico — Smaller crowds, premium beachfront resorts, West Coast favorite. (See our Cabo resort guide →)
- Nassau, Bahamas — Caribbean party island with crystal-clear water.
- Freeport, Bahamas — Beachfront and budget-friendly.
- Panama City Beach, Florida — No passport required. Driving distance for most southern schools.
For most college groups, Cancún is the default choice for peak weeks (March 6–20) because of the sheer scale of the spring break infrastructure there. If your school breaks outside the peak window, Cabo and Punta Cana offer better value and smaller crowds.
For a side-by-side comparison, read our guide: Cancún vs. Cabo vs. Punta Cana for Spring Break →
Frequently asked questions
When is spring break 2027?
Spring break 2027 is the period from late February through early April 2027 when most U.S. colleges and universities schedule a week-long break from classes. The peak week — when the largest number of schools are simultaneously on break — is March 13–20, 2027.
What is the most popular spring break week in 2027?
March 13–20, 2027 is the single most popular spring break week, with the largest concentration of SEC, ACC, and major public universities on break simultaneously. The week of March 6–13 is the second-busiest.
How is spring break 2027 different from 2026?
Spring break 2027 falls roughly one week later than 2026 for most schools. The 2026 peak was March 16–22; in 2027 the peak shifts to March 13–20. Texas schools shifted notably earlier (Mar 1–5 vs Mar 9–13 in 2026), and Easter Sunday (April 5, 2027) falls within the late spring break window.
Which colleges have the earliest spring break 2027?
The earliest college spring breaks in 2027 begin the week of March 1–5, including the University of Texas at Austin, Texas A&M University, Baylor University, and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville.
Which colleges have the latest spring break 2027?
The latest spring breaks in 2027 fall the week of March 27 – April 4, including Cornell University and the University of Colorado Boulder. A small number of quarter-system schools extend into the first week of April.
How do I find my exact 2027 spring break date?
Use the Go Blue Tours When Is My Spring Break tool to search 689 U.S. colleges and universities. We have confirmed 2027 dates for 169+ schools, with more added weekly.
Is spring break 2027 the same as spring break for K-12 schools?
No. College and university spring breaks rarely align with K-12 breaks. Most K-12 districts schedule spring break around Easter (April 5, 2027), while most colleges break in March.
When should I book my 2027 spring break trip?
Book at least 6–12 months before your travel week. The most popular weeks (March 6–20, 2027) sell out fastest. Booking by July 2026 typically locks in early-bird pricing.
About this guide & primary sources
About Go Blue Tours
Go Blue Tours is a 2014-founded U.S. student travel company specializing in college spring break trips to Cancún, Cabo San Lucas, Punta Cana, Nassau, Freeport, and Panama City Beach. We’ve organized spring break travel for over 100,000 students from 1,598 colleges and universities. Every trip includes all-inclusive resort accommodations, flights, transfers, and party access — built specifically for college groups.
Why we publish this guide: Our team confirms 2027 academic calendar dates directly from each school’s registrar publications. We update this guide on a rolling basis as more schools publish their 2026-2027 calendars.
Editorial accountability: This guide is researched, written, and reviewed by the Go Blue Tours Editorial Team. We do not use AI to generate primary content. All date claims are sourced from official school registrar pages, with direct links provided throughout.
Primary sources
Spring break dates cited in this guide are sourced from official school registrars and academic calendar publications. Examples of primary .edu sources:
- University of Michigan Office of the Registrar
- University of Texas at Austin Office of the Registrar
- Texas A&M University Office of the Registrar
- University of Alabama Office of the Registrar
- Penn State University Office of the Registrar
- Stanford University Office of the Registrar
For the full set of school registrar links, use the search bar on our school lookup tool — each school card links directly to its primary academic calendar source.
How we keep this current
- Last reviewed: May 27, 2026
- Next scheduled review: June 26, 2026
- Confirmed schools added since last review: 0
We review this page on a rolling 30-day basis. The “Updated” date at the top reflects our most recent audit.
