Fall Break
The information on this page reflects the academic year 2026-2027.
Academics
Classes are held as scheduled on November 23 and 24; there are no classes on November 25 through November 29, and classes resume November 30. Students should plan to attend all scheduled class meetings in person. Faculty are advised not to grant excused absences due to student vacation plans or travel preferences.
Housing
All students who live in the residence halls during the fall term are welcome to stay in their regular assignment on campus for all or part of Fall Break. Students who choose to leave during the break are not required to check out. If leaving during the break, please close your windows and blinds, unplug all electronics, turn down your heat, and lock your door.
Dining
All campus dining locations close during fall break. Regular dining hours continue through the end of service on Tuesday, November 24. Regular dining hours resume on Monday, November 30.
If you are traveling...
Driving
This holiday weekend is typically the busiest several days of the year on Massachusetts roads. If you are traveling by car, you should anticipate significant congestion and delays, especially Wednesday mid-afternoon and Sunday evening.
MBTA
The MBTA operates its usual service throughout the break except for November 26, when there is less frequent service. See MBTA holiday hours. Students can get to the main rail hubs, North Station and South Station, and to Logan Airport for around $2.40 on the MBTA. If you return via Logan Airport, the Silver Line trip from the airport is free.
Massport Shuttle
The Massachusetts Port Authority (Massport) operates a shuttle from the Hynes Convention Center in Back Bay to Logan Airport for $3. Taking the shuttle also grants you priority access at the TSA security checkpoint. The return trip from Logan Airport to Hynes Convention Center is free. You can get more information and tickets here. There is direct access to the Hynes Convention Center from Tufts via the MBTA.
If you are staying...
Housing
All students who live in the residence halls during the fall 2025 term are welcome to stay in their regular assignment on campus for all or part of Fall Break. There is no additional cost, no permission needed, and no sign-up required to stay on campus.
Meal Support
Students seeking food support during periods where the dining halls are closed can review information about on and off campus Food Resources. JumboCash can be used on GrubHub on academic breaks.
Getting Around Campus
The full fall break shuttle schedule will be available from Tufts Parking and Transportation in early November.
Fall Break Hours 2026 (Medford-Somerville Campus)
| Date | Dining | Libraries | Mayer Campus Center | Tisch Fitness Center | CMHS | Health Service | Medford Mail Room | Shuttles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25 | Carmichael: 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dewick: 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Commons: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Hodgdon: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hotung: 8a.m. to 2 p.m. Kindlevan: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mugar: Closed Pax et Lox: Closed Tower Cafe: Closed | Tisch: 7:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lilly: Closed | 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Closed | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Davis: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. SMFA: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Beacon: No Service |
| Nov 26 | All locations closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | No Service |
| Nov 27 | All locations closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | No Service |
| Nov 28 | All locations closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Shopper Shuttle: 8 a.m to 2 p.m. Davis: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. SMFA: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Beacon: No Service |
| Nov 29 | Carmichael: 5 to 8 p.m. Dewick: 5 to 9:30 p.m. Commons: 5 to to 10 p.m. Hodgdon: Closed Hotung: Closed Kindlevan: Closed Mugar: Closed Pax et Lox: Closed Tower Cafe: Closed | Tisch: 8:45 a.m. to 4 a.m. Lilly: 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. | 4 p.m. to midnight | 10 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. | Closed | Closed | Closed | Davis: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. SMFA: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Beacon: No Service |
Fall Break Hours 2026 (SMFA Campus)
| Date | 230 Fenway Building Hours | SMFA Cafe | 160 St. Alphonsus St Building Hours | Mission Hill Studios | Art Store and Media Stockroom | SMFA Library | Specialized Studios at 230 Fenway | Fenway Mail Room |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25 | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. regular access. Building closes at 11 p.m.; no after hours access. | Closed | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. regular access. Building closes at 11 p.m.; no after hours access. | Email Studio Manager | Art Store: Closed Media Stockroom: Early close | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Limited hours, as posted, for Welding, Metals, Woodshop, Digital Fabrication, MH Fabrication, Media Stockroom; All other specialized studios per building access | Closed |
| Nov 26 | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Art Store: Closed Media Stockroom: Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Nov 27 | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Art Store: Closed Media Stockroom: Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed |
| Nov 28 | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Closed | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Fabrication Studio by appointment; Spray booth, computer lab, etc. as per normal operations | Art Store: Closed Media Stockroom: limited hours as posted | Closed | Limited hours, as posted, for Welding, Metals, Woodshop, Digital Fabrication, MH Fabrication, Media Stockroom; All other specialized studios per building access | Closed |
| Nov 29 | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Closed | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. | Fabrication Studio by appointment; Spray booth, computer lab, etc. as per normal operations | Art Store: Closed Media Stockroom: limited hours as posted | 1 to 6 p.m. | Limited hours, as posted, for Welding, Metals, Woodshop, Digital Fabrication, MH Fabrication, Media Stockroom; All other specialized studios per building access | Closed |