Manassas City Public Schools spring break is March 29 to April 2, 2027, the week after Easter. Free museum, battlefield trails, indoor pool and what's open.

Last checked Oct. 19, 2026. This page is updated each year at the same address. Sources: the Manassas City Public Schools calendar, the City of Manassas Manassas Museum, parks and City Connection pages, and the National Park Service.

Manassas City Public Schools are off from Monday, March 29, to Friday, April 2, 2027. Easter falls the day before, on Sunday, March 28, so the long weekend runs straight into the break. The city has not posted spring 2027 programs yet; below is what is open that week and what ran in spring 2026. Questions about city programs: Parks, Culture and Recreation, 703-368-1873.

What this means for you

  • MCPS families: classes resume Monday, April 5, 2027.
  • Other districts differ: Manassas Park City Schools and Prince William County Public Schools set their own calendars. Check yours before booking.
  • Free all week: the Manassas Museum (closed Mondays outside summer) and the battlefield trails.

Spring break 2027 dates

District Spring break
Manassas City Public Schools March 29 to April 2, 2027

MCPS dates come from the division’s events calendar; our schools guide has the full 2026-27 calendar.

Free things to do

  • Manassas Museum, 9101 Prince William St. Free admission; open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, according to the city.
  • Manassas National Battlefield Park, just north of the city: free, grounds open dawn to dusk, Henry Hill Visitor Center 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Phone 703-361-1339. See our walking and biking trails guide.
  • City parks and playgrounds: Dean Park, Byrd Park, Winterset Park’s ocean-themed playground and Baldwin Park behind the museum. See our kids’ activities guide.
  • Toddler Drop-In at the City of Manassas Community Center, 8750 Sudley Road, mornings Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with a parent.

Swimming

The Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center runs an indoor pool year-round, according to the city’s pools page. Check its pool hours or call 703-993-8444. The city’s outdoor Stonewall Park Pool opens Memorial Day weekend.

Camps

The city’s camps page lists summer camps only, run with the ARTfactory at the Community Center, plus partner camps at the Martin K. Alloy Boys and Girls Club, the Freedom Center and the ARTfactory. No spring break camp had been announced for 2027 when we checked. We will add one here if it is.

What ran in spring 2026

These were on the city’s March and April 2026 calendars; dates for 2027 are not out yet.

  • Lunch with the Easter Bunny at the Manassas Volunteer Fire Company station, 9322 Centreville Road, Saturday, March 21, 2026, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
  • Spring EGGStravaganza at the Community Center, Saturday, April 4, 2026, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Nunsense at the ARTfactory, April 10-19, 2026.
  • Anything’s PAWSible Festival and 5K on the Manassas Museum lawn, Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • Earth Day crafts at the Community Center, April 22, 2026, 4 to 7 p.m.

Easter events are on our Easter in Manassas page.

What’s open and closed

Spring break is a school holiday, not a city holiday; the city lists no office closures that week. Pickup days are in our trash and recycling guide.

Related: summer camps and pools and things to do this month.

Frequently asked questions

When is spring break for Manassas City Public Schools in 2027?

Monday, March 29, to Friday, April 2, 2027, according to the MCPS calendar. Easter is Sunday, March 28, the day before break starts.

Is Manassas Park on the same spring break?

No. Manassas Park City Schools is a separate school division with its own calendar; check it directly.

Is the Manassas Museum open during spring break?

Yes. The Manassas Museum, 9101 Prince William St., is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, and admission is free.

Is there an indoor pool in Manassas?

Yes. The Freedom Aquatic and Fitness Center’s indoor pool is open year-round. The city’s outdoor Stonewall Park Pool does not open until Memorial Day weekend.