
Organize Your 2026 School Trips Stress-Free!
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Dear Teaching Teams,
Are you planning a school trip for 2026? Certain times of the year offer more flexibility or comfort when traveling with your students. To help you plan, here is an overview of major public holidays in Canada and the United States, as well as a few key dates to keep in mind — including FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Toronto.
Key Holidays – Canada
Easter 2026
Friday: April 3, 2026
Monday April 6, 2026
Victoria Day
Monday, May 18, 2026
Canadian Thanksgiving
Monday, October 12, 2026
➤ These dates may coincide with periods of heavy traffic or high demand for travel and accommodation services.
Major Holidays – United States
Memorial Day
Monday, May 25, 2026
➤ A popular week for domestic travel in the U.S. – keep this in mind when planning.
U.S. Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 27, 2025
➤ Many families travel during this period: consider booking early if this is your target timeframe.
⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026 – Toronto
Toronto will host several matches during the FIFA World Cup. It will be a particularly lively time in the city, with high demand for accommodations and tourist attractions.
Scheduled matches in Toronto:
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Friday, June 12, 2026
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Wednesday, June 17, 2026
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Saturday, June 20, 2026
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Tuesday, June 23, 2026
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Friday, June 26, 2026
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
➤ If you're considering a trip to Toronto between early June and early July 2026, feel free to contact us to check availability and adjust your plans with peace of mind.
Contact your favourite travel agent to help plan and make your school trip come true!