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When is Back to School 2026?
Monday, August 24, 2026
There are 180 days left until Back to School 2026.
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Date details for Back to School 2026
- Day of week: Monday
- Full date: Monday, August 24, 2026
- Days remaining: 180
- Weeks remaining: 25
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About Back to School
Back to school shopping and preparation for the 2026-2027 school year typically begins in late July and peaks in August, with many students returning around August 24th.
History & Significance
Back to school has become one of the largest retail shopping periods in the United States, second only to the winter holidays. The National Retail Federation estimates families spend hundreds of dollars per student on supplies, clothing, and electronics each year.
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