With the academic year in full swing, winter break is just around the corner. Utica Community School students will receive two weeks off from school, and with a little planning, you’ll be able to make the most out of your holiday break.
Below are the 2025 winter break dates for Utica Community Schools, along with some enjoyable activities that will have your family soaking up every second of holiday break.
Winter break dates for Utica Community Schools
Start date: Dec. 22, 2025
End date: Jan. 2, 2026
Back to school date: Jan. 5, 2026
Winter break activities in metro Detroit
Want to fill your holiday break with winter fun? Here are some ideas guaranteed to keep your kids making memories all break long.
- Flip through your day. Get active and spend a day at Mills Gymnastics during one of their day camps filled with gymnastics, games, crafts and friends.
- See a light show. After dark, visit the Big, Bright Light Show in Downtown Rochester and spot over 1 million holiday lights.
- Paint at the zoo. Explore sculpting, drawing and painting at the Detroit Zoo during their Winter Safari Camp, where students engage with STEAM activities centered around their favorite animals.
- Go ice skating. Visit Dodge Park Ice Rink and sharpen your skating skills over the holidays. Free for Sterling Heights residents.
