The UF holiday calendar for 2026–2027 covers eleven paid holidays for eligible employees, academic break periods across Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027, and distinct closure rules for UF Health Shands, graduate assistants, and OPS staff.
This page compiles all official dates from the UF Office of Human Resources and the UF Office of the University Registrar.
Students, leave-accruing employees, Academic Personnel, TEAMS staff, and UF Health clinical employees each interact with the UF holiday schedule differently.
This page addresses all four audiences. Jump to the section most relevant to you:
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UF Holiday Calendar 2026–2027 at a Glance
Official UF Paid Holidays 2026
The following dates are official paid holidays for leave-accruing Academic Personnel and TEAMS employees in calendar year 2026, per UF Human Resources.
| Holiday | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday | January 1, 2026 |
| UF President’s Office Designated Holiday | Friday | January 2, 2026 |
| Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday | Monday | January 19, 2026 |
| Memorial Day | Monday | May 25, 2026 |
| Juneteenth | Friday | June 19, 2026 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Friday | July 3, 2026 |
| Labor Day | Monday | September 7, 2026 |
| Homecoming (observed) | Friday | October 9, 2026 |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday | November 11, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday–Friday | November 26–27, 2026 |
| Christmas | Friday | December 25, 2026 |
Official UF Paid Holidays 2027
| Holiday | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Friday | January 1, 2027 |
| Martin Luther King Jr.’s Birthday | Monday | January 18, 2027 |
| Memorial Day | Monday | May 31, 2027 |
| Juneteenth (observed) | Friday | June 18, 2027 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Monday | July 5, 2027 |
| Labor Day | Monday | September 6, 2027 |
| Homecoming (observed) | Friday | TBA |
| Veterans Day | Thursday | November 11, 2027 |
| Thanksgiving | Thursday–Friday | November 25–26, 2027 |
| Christmas (observed) | Friday | December 24, 2027 |
| New Year’s Day (observed) | Friday | December 31, 2026 |
UF 2026 vs. 2027 Holiday Year Comparison
| Category | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Total official paid holidays | 11 + 1 President’s designated = 12 | 11 + 1 observance overlap = 12 effective |
| President’s Designated Holiday | Friday, January 2, 2026 | Not announced |
| Christmas observation | Friday, December 25, 2026 | Friday, December 24, 2027 |
| New Year’s observation | Thursday, January 1, 2026 | Also observed Friday, December 31, 2026 |
| Juneteenth | Friday, June 19 (actual date) | Friday, June 18 (observed; June 19 falls Saturday) |
| Independence Day | Friday, July 3 (observed; July 4 falls Saturday) | Monday, July 5 (observed; July 4 falls Saturday) |
UF Fall 2026 Semester Holiday Schedule & Academic Dates
UF Fall 2026 Semester Start Date & Key Deadlines
According to the UF Academic Calendar 2026-2027, the Fall 2026 classes at the University of Florida begin on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
The following table lists all critical Fall 2026 dates and deadlines per the UF Office of the University Registrar.
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Advance Registration | March 23 – August 18, 2026 |
| Regular Registration deadline ($100 late fee after 11:59 PM) | Wednesday, August 19, 2026 |
| Classes Begin | Thursday, August 20, 2026 |
| Drop/Add window | August 20, 21, 24–26, 2026 |
| UF EEP and State Employee Registration | August 20, 21, 24–26, 2026 |
| Non-Degree Registration | August 24–26, 2026 |
| Withdrawal from All Courses with No Fee Liability | Tuesday, August 26, 2026 |
| Residency Reclassifications deadline | Thursday, September 4, 2026 |
| Fee Payments (University Bursar) | Thursday, September 4, 2026 |
| S/U Grade Option deadline | Thursday, September 4, 2026 |
| Degree Applications deadline | Thursday, September 11, 2026 |
| Withdrawal with 25% Refund | Thursday, September 11, 2026 |
| Faculty Course Evaluation Period (GatorEvals) | November 16 – December 4, 2026 |
| Drop Deadline (W assigned to individual course) | Monday, November 16, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Deadline (W assigned to all Fall courses) | Monday, November 16, 2026 |
| Drop/Add or Withdrawal after Deadline (petition required) | November 17 – December 2, 2026 |
| Classes End | Wednesday, December 2, 2026 |
| Honors Theses due to College Advising Offices | Wednesday, December 2, 2026 |
| Reading Days (no classes) | December 3–4, 2026 |
| Final Exams | December 5–11, 2026 |
| Commencement | December 11–12, 2026 |
| Degree Status Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, December 16, 2026 |
| Final Grades Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, December 16, 2026 |
| Faculty Course Evaluations Available to Instructors (GatorEvals) | Wednesday, December 17, 2026 |
Fall 2026 Holidays and No-Class Periods
| Holiday / Break | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Labor Day | Monday, September 7, 2026 |
| Homecoming (no classes) | Friday, October 9 – Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
| Veterans Day | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 |
| Thanksgiving Break | Monday, November 23 – Saturday, November 28, 2026 |
| Winter Break (Closing Period) | Friday, December 25, 2026 – Friday, January 1, 2027 |
UF Labor Day 2026 — Monday, September 7
Campus is closed, and no classes are held on Monday, September 7, 2026. This falls approximately three weeks into the Fall 2026 semester. UF libraries, dining halls, and campus transportation may operate on modified schedules.
Check UF Libraries and UF Dining directly for real-time hours on that date. The no-class designation applies to all course modalities, including online and hybrid sections.
UF Homecoming Holiday 2026 — October 9 and 10
Understanding the Homecoming Employee Holiday vs. the Academic No-Class Days
Friday, October 9, 2026, is an official paid holiday for eligible UF employees; campus offices are closed.
For students, both Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10 are designated no-class days per the UF Registrar. These are distinct designations serving different populations.
| Designation | Who It Applies To | Date(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Employee paid holiday | Leave-accruing TEAMS & Academic Personnel | Friday, October 9, 2026 |
| No-class days | All enrolled students | Friday, October 9 – Saturday, October 10, 2026 |
| Homecoming football game | Set by UF Athletics | Confirmed separately by UF Athletics/SEC |
A campus closure for employees on October 9 does not mean all university services are unavailable.
Essential units remain operational as determined by their vice president or designee. The Homecoming football game date is not part of the academic holiday designation.
UF Veterans Day 2026 — Wednesday, November 11
No classes are held, and campus offices are closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Because Veterans Day falls mid-week in 2026, the academic week resumes on Thursday, November 12.
Faculty may still assign work or assessments due after the holiday. The university’s official position is that the holiday cancels scheduled class meetings.
Assigned coursework obligations outside of class meeting times are determined by individual instructors.
UF Thanksgiving Break 2026
UF Thanksgiving Break 2026 runs from Monday, November 23, through Saturday, November 28, 2026. Classes resume on Monday, November 30, 2026.
The university is officially closed on Thursday, November 26, and Friday, November 27. Classes are suspended for the full November 23–28 period.
Practical details for students on campus during Thanksgiving:
- Most UF Dining locations operate on a modified schedule during the break period. Confirm specific location hours via the UF Housing & Dining portal at housing.ufl.edu.
- UF Housing does not universally close residential halls for Thanksgiving. Students with active housing contracts may typically remain in their assigned residence. Confirm the 2026–2027 policy directly with UF Housing.
- UF Libraries operate on modified hours during academic breaks. Consult the UF Libraries website for building-specific hours.
- Online UF courses observe the same university-wide Thanksgiving Break designation as in-person courses.
UF Winter Break 2026 — December 25, 2026, through January 1, 2027
The official UF Holiday Closing Period (Winter Break 2026) for employees spans Friday, December 25, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027.
This is the employee-facing administrative closure.
It is distinct from the academic winter break, which encompasses a longer no-class period for students beginning after the Fall 2026 final exam period ends on December 11, 2026.
Reading Days (no classes) fall on December 3–4, 2026. Final exams run December 5–11, 2026.
Commencement is scheduled for December 11–12, 2026. Degree status and final grades become available on ONE.UF on Tuesday, December 16, 2026.
UF Spring 2027 Semester Holiday Schedule & Academic Dates
Spring 2027 Semester Start Date & Registration Deadlines
Spring 2027 classes begin on Monday, January 11, 2027. All critical Spring 2027 dates per the UF Office of the University Registrar:
| Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Advance Registration | October 26, 2026 – January 7, 2027 |
| Regular Registration deadline ($100 late fee after 11:59 PM) | Friday, January 8, 2027 |
| Classes Begin | Monday, January 11, 2027 |
| Drop/Add window | January 11–15, 2027 |
| UF EEP and State Employee Registration | January 11–15, 2027 |
| Non-Degree Registration | January 13–15, 2027 |
| Withdrawal from All Courses with No Fee Liability | Thursday, January 15, 2027 |
| Residency Reclassifications deadline | Thursday, January 22, 2027 |
| Fee Payments (University Bursar) | Thursday, January 22, 2027 |
| S/U Grade Option deadline | Thursday, January 29, 2027 |
| Degree Applications deadline | Friday, February 5, 2027 |
| Withdrawal with 25% Refund | Friday, February 5, 2027 |
| Faculty Course Evaluation Period (GatorEvals) | April 9–23, 2027 |
| Drop Deadline (W assigned to individual course) | Thursday, April 9, 2027 |
| Withdrawal Deadline (W assigned to all Spring courses) | Thursday, April 9, 2027 |
| Drop/Add or Withdrawal after Deadline (petition required) | April 10–21, 2027 |
| Classes End | Tuesday, April 21, 2027 |
| Honors Theses due to College Advising Offices | Tuesday, April 21, 2027 |
| Reading Days (no classes) | April 22–23, 2027 |
| Final Exams | April 24–30, 2027 |
| Commencement | April 30, May 1–2, 2027 |
| Degree Status Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, May 5, 2027 |
| Final Grades Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, May 5, 2027 |
| Faculty Course Evaluations Available to Instructors (GatorEvals) | Wednesday, May 6, 2027 |
Spring 2027 Holidays and No-Class Periods
| Holiday / Break | Date(s) |
|---|---|
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Monday, January 18, 2027 |
| Spring Break | Saturday, March 13 – Saturday, March 20, 2027 |
Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2027 — Monday, January 18
No classes are held, and campus offices are closed on Monday, January 18, 2027.
This falls during the second week of the Spring 2027 semester. The Drop/Add window closes January 15, two business days before MLK Day, so the holiday does not interrupt the Drop/Add period itself.
However, students completing late registration or schedule adjustments during the January 11–15 window should confirm all changes are submitted before 11:59 PM on Thursday, January 15.
UF Spring Break 2027 — March 13 Through March 20
UF Spring Break 2027 runs from Saturday, March 13, 2027, through Saturday, March 20, 2027. Classes resume Monday, March 22, 2027.
These dates are confirmed in the official UF Spring 2027 dates-and-deadlines calendar published by the Office of the University Registrar.
Key operational details during Spring Break 2027:
- Online UF courses observe the same spring break schedule as in-person courses. The no-class designation applies to all modalities.
- The Faculty Course Evaluation Period (GatorEvals) runs April 9–23, 2027 — it does not overlap with spring break. Access GatorEvals at my.ufl.edu.
- UF Health clinics may operate on a modified schedule during spring break. Patients should contact their specific clinic or department directly.
- UF Dining and Recreational Sports maintain select operations during spring break on reduced schedules. Confirm hours at housing.ufl.edu and recsports.ufl.edu before break begins.
UF Spring 2027 Final Exams & Commencement
Final exams for Spring 2027 run Friday, April 24, through Thursday, April 30, 2027. Reading Days (no classes) fall on Wednesday, April 22, and Thursday, April 23, 2027. Spring 2027 Commencement ceremonies are scheduled for April 30 and May 1–2, 2027.
Graduate and professional school commencement dates may vary. Consult commencement.ufl.edu for confirmed ceremony times and locations. Degree status and final grades become available on ONE.UF on Tuesday, May 5, 2027.
UF Summer 2026 & Summer 2027 Holiday Schedule
Summer A and C 2026 — Session Dates and Holidays
Summer A and Summer C 2026 classes begin on Monday, May 11, 2026. Advance registration opened March 23 and ran through May 7, 2026.
| Event | Summer A | Summer C |
|---|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Monday, May 11, 2026 | Monday, May 11, 2026 |
| Drop/Add window | May 11–12, 2026 | May 11–12, 2026 |
| S/U Grade Option deadline | Tuesday, May 20, 2026 | Thursday, May 29, 2026 |
| Drop Deadline | Thursday, June 12, 2026 | Friday, July 31, 2026 |
| Withdrawal Deadline | Thursday, June 12, 2026 | Friday, July 31, 2026 |
| Classes End | Wednesday, June 18, 2026 | Friday, August 7, 2026 |
| Final Grades Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, June 24, 2026 | Tuesday, August 12, 2026 |
| Commencement | None | August 7–8, 2026 |
Summer 2026 holidays and no-class periods:
| Holiday | Summer A | Summer C |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 25, 2026 | Monday, May 25, 2026 |
| Juneteenth | Friday, June 19, 2026 | Friday, June 19, 2026 |
| Summer Break (no classes) | — | June 22–26, 2026 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Friday, July 3, 2026 | Friday, July 3, 2026 |
Note: Juneteenth (June 19) falls after Summer A classes end (June 18) and is therefore only relevant as a holiday for Summer C students in 2026. Independence Day (observed, July 3) falls during Summer C only.
Summer A and C 2027 — Session Dates and Holidays
Summer A and Summer C 2027 classes begin on Monday, May 10, 2027. Advance registration opens March 15, 2027.
| Event | Summer A | Summer C |
|---|---|---|
| Classes Begin | Monday, May 10, 2027 | Monday, May 10, 2027 |
| Drop/Add window | May 10–11, 2027 | May 10–11, 2027 |
| S/U Grade Option deadline | Monday, May 19, 2027 | Wednesday, May 28, 2027 |
| Drop Deadline | Wednesday, June 11, 2027 | Wednesday, July 30, 2027 |
| Withdrawal Deadline | Wednesday, June 11, 2027 | Wednesday, July 30, 2027 |
| Classes End | Wednesday, June 17, 2027 | Thursday, August 6, 2027 |
| Final Grades Available (ONE.UF) | Tuesday, June 23, 2027 | Tuesday, August 11, 2027 |
| Commencement | None | August 6–7, 2027 |
Summer 2027 holidays and no-class periods:
| Holiday | Summer A | Summer C |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day | Monday, May 31, 2027 | Monday, May 31, 2027 |
| Juneteenth (observed) | Friday, June 18, 2027 | Friday, June 18, 2027 |
| Summer Break (no classes) | — | June 21–25, 2027 |
| Independence Day (observed) | Monday, July 5, 2027 | Monday, July 5, 2027 |
Juneteenth in 2027 is observed on Friday, June 18, because June 19 falls on a Saturday.
This date falls before Summer A 2027 classes end (June 17), making it a relevant no-class day for Summer A students. Independence Day (observed, July 5) falls during Summer C only.
UF Employee Holiday Policy & Eligibility
Who Qualifies for UF Paid Holidays
Leave-accruing Academic Personnel and TEAMS employees receive 11 official paid holidays per calendar year, per UF Human Resources policy. Eligibility conditions are specific and non-discretionary:
- Full-time employees earn 8 hours of holiday pay per holiday, provided they are in pay status for a reasonable portion of their last regularly scheduled workday before the holiday. The department determines what constitutes a “reasonable portion.”
- Part-time employees receive holiday pay proportional to their FTE. A 0.75 FTE employee receives 6 hours of holiday pay per holiday.
- OPS employees are not leave-accruing. They do not automatically receive paid holidays. Departments may adjust OPS work schedules, and OPS staff report hours through the state of Florida People First biweekly system.
- Personnel receiving workers’ compensation salary indemnification are not entitled to holiday pay or special compensatory leave in conjunction with a holiday. This applies regardless of FTE or employment classification.
This policy does not apply to non-leave-accruing temporary employees or student employees in the same way. Graduate assistants are governed by a separate policy framework detailed below.
UF President’s Office Designated Holiday — Friday, January 2, 2026
Friday, January 2, 2026, is a UF President’s Office Designated Holiday, adding a 12th paid holiday day for eligible employees in 2026. This designation is specific to the 2026 calendar year. It is not a federal or Florida state holiday.
The UF President’s Office issues this designation at its discretion and does not guarantee it will recur in any subsequent year. No equivalent designation has been announced for 2027.
How to Record Holiday Time in myUFL
TRC Code HOL: Non-Exempt and Exempt Employee Instructions
Non-exempt UF employees enter holiday hours in their myUFL timesheet using Time Reporting Code (TRC) HOL.
Exempt employees have holiday time entered automatically by the system and do not need to take action unless one of two exceptions applies.
Exception 1 — Worked on the holiday: Update the timesheet to reflect actual hours worked and coordinate with the department for compensatory time per applicable policy.
Exception 2 — Vacation (VAC) already entered for the holiday date: Change the entry from VAC to HOL. Logging VAC instead of HOL for an official university holiday results in an inaccurate leave balance that must be corrected.
Step-by-step instructions for non-exempt employees recording holiday time in myUFL:
- Log in to myUFL at my.ufl.edu using GatorLink credentials.
- Navigate to: Main Menu → Human Resources → Time and Labor → Report Time → Timesheet.
- Locate the holiday date on the current timesheet period.
- Enter hours: 8 hours for full-time; proportional hours for part-time based on FTE.
- Select TRC code HOL from the reporting code dropdown.
- Save and submit the timesheet before the departmental deadline.
Exempt employees who worked on a holiday and are entitled to compensatory leave should coordinate the comp time request directly with their department’s HR coordinator. The compensatory leave entitlement and conditions are governed by UF HR Leave policy.
UF Holiday Closing Period & Personal Leave Days
Vacation-accruing Academic Personnel and TEAMS employees receive 4 personal leave days (32 hours at full-time FTE) per year, designated for use during the December holiday closing period.
This allotment is separate from, and in addition to, the 11 official paid holidays.
Rules differ by employee classification:
| Employee Type | Increment Requirement | Permitted Use Window |
|---|---|---|
| Non-essential TEAMS employees | Full-day increments only | During the December holiday closing period |
| Non-essential Academic Personnel | Full-day increments only | December 1 through the end of fiscal year |
| Essential TEAMS employees | Any increment | December 1 through the end of the fiscal year |
| Essential Academic Personnel | Any increment | December 1 through the end of the fiscal year |
| OPS employees | Not applicable | Department adjusts schedule as needed |
Total personal leave hours in any one workweek cannot exceed the employee’s FTE hours. Essential employees at UF are defined per the University of Florida Essential Employees Policy at policy.ufl.edu.
Certain campus units remain open during the holiday closing period as determined by the relevant vice president or designee.
OPS employees who take time off during the holiday break should confirm the impact on their health benefits eligibility with their department.
Time off during this period may affect the required minimum hours threshold for health benefits under the People First system. OPS staff report hours to the state of Florida, People First biweekly — not through myUFL.
UF Health Shands Holiday Schedule 2026–2027
Does UF Health Follow the Same Holiday Schedule as UF Main Campus?
UF Health Shands is a hospital system that maintains essential clinical operations year-round. It does not close on official university holidays in the same way as the main academic campus.
The distinction matters across three populations:
| Population | Holiday Schedule |
|---|---|
| UF main campus administrative staff | Follows official UF HR 11-holiday calendar |
| UF Health administrative staff (eligible) | Follows official UF HR 11-holiday calendar |
| UF Health clinical staff (nurses, residents, clinical personnel) | Follows departmental rotation schedule |
| Patients and visitors | Contact specific clinic or unit directly |
Clinical staff at UF Health — including nursing staff, medical residents, and clinical support personnel — typically operate under rotating holiday schedules determined at the unit or department level.
These schedules are not published in the general UF HR holiday calendar. Employees in clinical roles should consult their department manager, employment agreement, or applicable collective bargaining agreement for specific shift and holiday pay provisions.
Patients with scheduled appointments at UF Health clinics on official university holidays should confirm appointment status directly with their clinic. Emergency services at UF Health Shands Hospital are not subject to university holiday closure designations.
UF Health Shands Employee Holiday Pay Policy
Eligible UF Health employees who are required to work on an official university holiday are typically compensated per the terms of their applicable employment agreement or collective bargaining agreement.
The specific rate of holiday pay, shift differentials, and compensatory time provisions vary by employment class and bargaining unit. Employees should direct questions to UF Health HR or their department manager for role-specific provisions.
UF Parking, Dining & Campus Services on Holidays
UF Parking Enforcement on Official Holidays
On official university holidays when the campus is closed, UF Transportation and Parking Services (TAPS) typically suspends enforcement in most surface lots.
However, enforcement in several categories continues regardless of holiday designation:
- Multi-story parking garages
- Metered spaces
- Specific reserved zones and ADA-designated spaces
UF Homecoming weekend may carry additional parking rules coordinated with UF Athletics and game day operations. These differ from standard holiday enforcement policy.
Verify current enforcement status at parking.ufl.edu before parking on any official holiday. Policies can vary by specific holiday and location, and TAPS publishes updates ahead of major holiday periods.
UF Bookstore Holiday Hours 2026–2027
The UF Bookstore, operated by Follett, reduces hours or closes entirely during official university holidays and academic break periods. The two highest-impact closure windows are:
- Thanksgiving Break (November 23–28, 2026): Bookstore typically closed or operating on significantly reduced hours.
- Holiday Closing Period (December 25, 2026 – January 1, 2027): Bookstore closed.
Students requiring course materials before a break period should complete purchases before these windows open.
The official UF Bookstore website publishes real-time holiday hour adjustments.
UF Dining Hall Hours During Holiday Breaks
UF Dining operates on modified schedules during Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, and Spring Break.
The following patterns apply under standard operating conditions. Confirm 2026–2027 specifics via the UF Housing & Dining portal.
| Break Period | Typical Dining Impact |
|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Break (November 23–28, 2026) | Most locations close; reduced operations for residential students on break stay |
| Winter Break / Holiday Closing Period (December 25, 2026 – January 1, 2027) | Most locations closed |
| Spring Break (March 13–20, 2027) | Select locations open with reduced hours |
Residential students remaining on campus during breaks should check the UF Housing & Dining portal at housing.ufl.edu for location-specific and date-specific schedules before each break period begins.
UF Graduate Assistant Holiday Schedule 2026–2027
Do Graduate Assistants Receive Paid University Holidays?
Graduate assistants at UF are generally entitled to observe official university holidays without loss of pay, per UF Graduate School policy.
This entitlement carries conditions that distinguish GAs from standard TEAMS employees.
GAs employed under sponsored research grants or external contracts should verify their holiday entitlement with their supervising faculty member or departmental HR coordinator. The funding source of the appointment can affect whether a particular holiday is covered under the GA’s terms of employment.
The UF Graduate Assistant Leave of Absence policy is administered separately from the TEAMS and Academic Personnel leave policy. Holiday time for GAs is not entered in myUFL using TRC code HOL in the same manner as for regular TEAMS employees. GAs should confirm applicable procedures with their hiring department.
GAs assigned required duties — lab shifts, supervisory responsibilities, or grading — on official holidays should document the arrangement in writing with their supervising faculty member and consult UF Graduate School leave guidelines at hr.ufl.edu/leave/graduate-assistant-leave-of-absence/.
How to Sync the UF 2026–2027 Holiday Calendar
Download the Official UF Academic Calendar PDF
The official UF 2026–2027 academic calendar is published by the UF Office of the University Registrar at catalog.ufl.edu/UGRD/dates-deadlines/2026-2027/.
The calendar covers all three semesters — Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 — including registration periods, Drop/Add windows, reading days, final exam schedules, and commencement dates, in addition to all official holidays and no-class periods.
Add UF Holiday Dates to Google Calendar or Apple Calendar
Steps to import UF academic dates into a digital calendar application:
- Log in to ONE.UF at one.uf.edu using GatorLink credentials.
- Access the academic schedule export feature to retrieve a personalized iCal-compatible file or subscription URL.
- In Google Calendar: select “Other calendars” → “From URL” → paste the subscription link → click “Add Calendar.”
- In Apple Calendar: select “File” → “New Calendar Subscription” → enter the URL → confirm.
- For manual entry: use the official date tables on this page and the UF Registrar PDF as source documents.
UF Holiday Calendar & Schedule FAQs
Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about the University of Florida’s holiday calendar and schedule.
When does UF Thanksgiving Break 2026 start?
UF Thanksgiving Break 2026 begins Monday, November 23, 2026. The university is officially closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27. The full no-class period runs November 23–28. Classes resume Monday, November 30, 2026.
When does UF Spring Break 2027 start and end?
UF Spring Break 2027 runs from Saturday, March 13, 2027 through Saturday, March 20, 2027. Classes resume Monday, March 22, 2027. Both in-person and online UF courses observe this break.
Does UF have classes on Labor Day 2026?
No. UF does not hold classes on Monday, September 7, 2026. Labor Day is one of the 11 official university paid holidays. Campus offices are closed. Dining hall and library hours vary — confirm directly with those services.
Is UF closed on Christmas Day 2026?
Yes. The University of Florida is officially closed on Friday, December 25, 2026. The holiday closing period continues through Friday, January 1, 2027. This period applies to employees. The student academic calendar winter break begins after the December 11 commencement period.
How many paid holidays do UF employees receive per year?
Leave-accruing Academic Personnel and TEAMS employees receive 11 paid holidays per calendar year, per UF HR policy. In 2026, the UF President’s Office Designated Holiday on January 2 adds a 12th paid day. In the 2026–2027 academic year, the December 31, 2026 observation of New Year’s Day 2027 creates an effective additional holiday for eligible employees.
Do UF online classes follow the same holiday schedule?
Yes. UF online courses observe the same university-wide holiday and academic break schedule as in-person courses. The no-class designation on official holidays, Thanksgiving Break, Spring Break, and Summer Break applies to all course modalities.
Is UF parking enforced on holidays?
Enforcement is typically suspended in most surface lots on official university holidays when campus is closed. Garages, metered spaces, and reserved zones may remain enforced. Verify at parking.ufl.edu before any holiday parking decision.
When does UF Fall 2026 semester start?
Fall 2026 classes begin Thursday, August 20, 2026. The Drop/Add period runs August 20, 21, and 24–26. A $100 late registration fee applies after 11:59 PM on Wednesday, August 19.
Does UF observe Juneteenth as an official paid holiday?
Yes. Juneteenth is an official paid holiday at the University of Florida. In 2026, it falls on Friday, June 19 (the actual date). In 2027, it is observed on Friday, June 18, because June 19 falls on a Saturday.
What is the UF holiday closing period in December?
The UF holiday closing period spans Friday, December 25, 2026, through Friday, January 1, 2027. Vacation-accruing employees use 4 personal leave days (32 hours at full-time FTE) during this window. Non-essential employees must use them in full-day increments only during this period.
When is UF Homecoming 2026, and is it a university holiday?
Friday, October 9, 2026, is the official Homecoming observed holiday for UF employees; campus offices are closed. Both Friday, October 9, and Saturday, October 10, are no-class days for enrolled students per the UF Registrar. The Homecoming football game date is set separately by UF Athletics and is not part of the academic holiday calendar.
How does UF Health’s holiday schedule differ from the main campus?
UF Health Shands maintains essential clinical operations on all official university holidays. Administrative staff at UF Health follow the standard UF HR holiday schedule. Clinical staff follow departmental rotation schedules. Patients should contact their specific clinic directly to confirm operating hours on any holiday.
Where can I find the official UF 2026–2027 academic calendar PDF?
The official PDF is published at catalog.ufl.edu/UGRD/dates-deadlines/2026-2027/ by the Office of the University Registrar. The UF HR holiday schedule is maintained separately at hr.ufl.edu/leave/public-holidays/.
