PA Days 2026-2027 in York Region

Next PA day: Friday, November 20, 2026 (all schools)

Every PA day for YRDSB and YCDSB students, and what is on for kids across York Region on each one.

Last reviewed September 12, 2026 by the York Happening editorial team.

Professional activity (PA) days are school days with no classes. For 2026-2027 the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) and the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB) share the same PA days, though some apply only to elementary or only to secondary students. Below are the events for kids on each upcoming PA day, including every public library program, followed by the full list of dates. Events are in Markham, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Aurora, Stouffville, King Township, East Gwillimbury, and Georgina.

Nov
20
Fri

What's On: Friday, November 20, 2026

All students are off. 59 events, 45 at the library.

At the library

Every public library program on this day, most of them free.

Aurora Public Library · 4 events

Georgina Public Library · 1 event

Markham Public Library · 16 events

Newmarket Public Library · 1 event

Richmond Hill Public Library · 3 events

Vaughan Public Libraries · 17 events

Whitchurch-Stouffville Public Library · 3 events

Camps, activities and more

PA day programs and family events first.

Show 6 more events
Jan
15
Fri

What's On: Friday, January 15, 2027

Elementary students are off. 10 events, 8 at the library.

At the library

Every public library program on this day, most of them free.

Aurora Public Library · 1 event

Markham Public Library · 5 events

Newmarket Public Library · 2 events

Camps, activities and more

PA day programs and family events first.

Feb
2
Tue

What's On: Tuesday, February 2, 2027

Secondary students are off. 12 events, 11 at the library.

At the library

Every public library program on this day, most of them free.

Aurora Public Library · 1 event

Markham Public Library · 9 events

Newmarket Public Library · 1 event

  • 7:00 PM
    Book Club 1

    Newmarket Public Library · Newmarket · Free

Camps, activities and more

PA day programs and family events first.

2026-2027 PA Days - No School

The same for both boards. Verified against each board's official 2026-2027 calendar.

Date Students off
Wednesday, September 2 & Thursday, September 3, 2026 All schools
Monday, October 26, 2026 Elementary
Friday, November 20, 2026 Next All schools
Friday, January 15, 2027 Elementary
Tuesday, February 2, 2027 Secondary
Monday, May 3, 2027 Secondary
Friday, June 4, 2027 Elementary
Tuesday, June 29, 2027 Secondary
Wednesday, June 30, 2027 All schools

Other Days Off This School Year

Holidays and breaks, the same for both boards.

Winter Break Monday, December 21, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027
Family Day Monday, February 15, 2027
March Break Monday, March 15 to Friday, March 19, 2027
Good Friday Friday, March 26, 2027
Easter Monday Monday, March 29, 2027
Victoria Day Monday, May 24, 2027

First day of classes, bus lookup, and immunization rules are in the Back to School 2026 guide.

PA Days in York Region: FAQ

When is the next PA day in York Region?

The next PA day is Friday, November 20, 2026, for all students at both the York Region District School Board (YRDSB) and the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB).

Do YRDSB and YCDSB have the same PA days?

Yes. For 2026-2027 the York Region District School Board and the York Catholic District School Board share the same PA days. Some PA days apply only to elementary students or only to secondary students, which is noted beside each date.

What is a PA day?

A professional activity (PA) day is a school day with no classes for students. Teachers use it for training, planning, and assessment and reporting. Schools are open to staff but students stay home, so families need to plan childcare or activities.

What can kids do on a PA day in York Region?

Public libraries across York Region run drop-in programs, crafts, and STEM activities, and many municipal recreation departments offer PA day camps that need advance registration. This page lists the events we have confirmed for each upcoming PA day.

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