Carnival break 2027 is staggered by canton or school group. The first range is 30 January 2027 - 7 February 2027 for GL and TG; the cards below show every group.
Carnival break 2027
Exact school-holiday ranges by canton or school group, with planning links and subscription options.
When is it?
Check family travel, childcare and busy travel windows early.
By canton group
30 January 2027 - 14 February 2027
5 February 2027 - 14 February 2027
6 February 2027 - 21 February 2027
6 February 2027 - 14 February 2027
13 February 2027 - 21 February 2027
20 February 2027 - 7 March 2027
27 February 2027 - 7 March 2027
Official EDK dates, grouped by canton
The displayed date rows are grouped from official EDK school-holiday data. Movable school-free days, local arrangements and school-specific deviations are still separate checks.
Use the date, then plan around it
Carnival break needs the canton date plus local carnival schedules and school-specific arrangements.
Childcare first
School-free weekdays still need childcare or approved leave.
Not automatically off
School holidays do not replace employment leave rules.
Expect demand peaks
Starts and ends can affect traffic, booking windows and family destinations.
Common questions about carnival break
Short answers about canton differences, work leave and planning.
Are carnival break dates the same in every canton?
No. Carnival break dates differ by canton or school group. The table on this page shows the exact range for each group.
Do carnival break mean parents are automatically off work?
No. Carnival break affect school schedules and childcare planning, but work leave still depends on employment rules and approved vacation days.
How should I plan around carnival break?
Carnival break needs the canton date plus local carnival schedules and school-specific arrangements. Use the planner for public holidays, calendar weeks for project timing and the calendar subscription for ongoing updates.