11 Exciting Events in the Wake County Calendar for 2025

Prepare for an extraordinary year ahead with the comprehensive Wake County Calendar for 2024-2025, your indispensable guide to all the upcoming events, holidays, and important dates. This meticulously crafted calendar empowers you to plan your schedule effectively, ensuring you never miss a beat. Its user-friendly design and detailed information make it an invaluable tool for students, families, businesses, and community members alike.

The Wake County Calendar 2024-2025 is more than just a calendar; it’s a roadmap to the county’s vibrant cultural landscape. Discover a diverse array of events, including art exhibitions, musical performances, festivals, and community gatherings. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a music lover, or simply seeking a day of family fun, the calendar provides a plethora of opportunities to explore and engage with Wake County’s rich cultural offerings. Additionally, you’ll find essential information on school holidays, bank holidays, and other important dates, ensuring you stay organized and informed throughout the year.

Furthermore, the Wake County Calendar 2024-2025 is an indispensable resource for businesses and organizations. Plan ahead for important meetings, conferences, and deadlines; coordinate marketing campaigns to align with key events; and engage with the community through targeted outreach efforts. With its comprehensive and up-to-date information, the calendar empowers you to make informed decisions and maximize opportunities for growth and success. Stay connected and engaged with Wake County like never before with the 2024-2025 Calendar.

Professional Development Days

Professional Development Days (PDDs) provide opportunities for teachers and staff to engage in professional learning and growth. These days are scheduled throughout the school year to allow educators to attend workshops, conferences, and other professional development activities.

Planning for PDDs

The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) provides a comprehensive professional development plan that outlines the goals and objectives for PDDs. The plan is designed to ensure that teachers and staff have access to high-quality professional learning opportunities that align with the district’s educational priorities.

Types of PDDs

There are various types of PDDs available to WCPSS educators, including:

District-wide PDDs: These days are held across the district and provide opportunities for all teachers and staff to participate in common professional learning activities.
School-based PDDs: These days are held at individual schools and focus on specific needs identified by the school staff.
Job-embedded PDDs: These days are integrated into the regular school day and provide opportunities for teachers and staff to collaborate and engage in professional learning within their classrooms.

Scheduled PDDs for 2024-2025

The scheduled PDDs for the 2024-2025 school year are as follows:

Date	Type
August 11, 2024	District-wide
October 17, 2024	School-based
January 16, 2025	District-wide
March 13, 2025	School-based
May 29, 2025	District-wide

School Hours and Bell Schedules

Elementary School Hours

Elementary schools in Wake County operate on a traditional schedule, with classes typically beginning at 8:45 AM and ending at 3:30 PM. However, some schools may have slightly different hours to accommodate the needs of their students and families.

Middle School Hours

Middle schools in Wake County also follow a traditional schedule, with classes typically starting at 9:00 AM and concluding at 4:00 PM. Again, there may be some variation between schools.

High School Hours

High schools in Wake County operate on a block schedule, which consists of four 90-minute blocks per day. Classes begin at 8:30 AM and end at 3:30 PM.

Bell Schedules

Each school in Wake County has its own bell schedule that outlines the start and end times of each class period, as well as any breaks or lunch periods. These schedules can be found on the school’s website.

Early Release Days

Wake County schools have a number of early release days throughout the school year. On these days, students are dismissed from school at 12:30 PM to allow teachers time for professional development.

Teacher Workdays

In addition to early release days, Wake County schools also have a number of teacher workdays throughout the school year. On these days, students do not attend school, but teachers are required to work.

Grade Level	Start Time	End Time
Elementary	8:45 AM	3:30 PM
Middle	9:00 AM	4:00 PM
High	8:30 AM	3:30 PM

Special Events and Observances

Lunar New Year

January 22: Celebrate the Lunar New Year with festivities, parades, and cultural performances throughout Wake County.

Black History Month

February: Attend events honoring Black history and culture, including lectures, performances, and exhibitions.

Raleigh Beer Week

March: Enjoy local craft beers and meet brewers at tasting events, workshops, and social gatherings.

Raleigh St. Patrick’s Day Parade

March 17: Celebrate the Irish heritage with a parade, music, and festivities in downtown Raleigh.

Cinco de Mayo

May 5: Commemorate Mexican culture with parades, food festivals, and live entertainment.

Raleigh Art of Cool Festival

July: Explore music, art, food, and culture at this vibrant festival in downtown Raleigh.

Triangle Oktoberfest

September: Celebrate Bavarian culture with live music, authentic German food, and traditional costumes.

Dia de los Muertos

November 1-2: Honor the memory of loved ones with altars, processions, and celebrations.

Additionally, Wake County observes the following federal and state holidays:

Date	Holiday
January 1	New Year’s Day
January 2	Observed New Year’s Day (if January 1 falls on a Sunday)
January 16	Martin Luther King Jr. Day
February 17	Presidents’ Day
March 31	Easter Monday
May 29	Memorial Day
June 19	Juneteenth
July 4	Independence Day
September 4	Labor Day
October 13	Columbus Day
November 11	Veterans Day
November 27	Thanksgiving
November 28	Observed Thanksgiving (if Thanksgiving falls on a Thursday)
December 25	Christmas Day
December 26	Observed Christmas Day (if Christmas Day falls on a Sunday)

District Office Hours

District Office Hours are held on the last Tuesday of each month from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM at the WCPSS District Office, located at 633 Hillsborough Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27603.

During District Office Hours, community members have the opportunity to meet with Superintendent Dr. Cathy Moore and other district leaders to discuss educational issues and concerns.

9. Additional Information

Date	Time	Location
August 29, 2024	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
September 26, 2024	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
October 31, 2024	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
November 28, 2024	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
January 30, 2025	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
February 27, 2025	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
March 28, 2025	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
April 25, 2025	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office
May 30, 2025	9:00 AM-11:00 AM	WCPSS District Office

**Note:** District Office Hours will not be held in December 2024 or June 2025.

Wake County Calendar 2024-2025

The Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) has released its calendar for the 2024-2025 school year. The calendar includes important dates such as the first day of school, holidays, and teacher workdays. The first day of school for students is August 26, 2024. The last day of school for students is June 12, 2025.

The calendar also includes several holidays and breaks, including Thanksgiving Break from November 25-29, 2024; Winter Break from December 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025; and Spring Break from April 7-11, 2025.

The calendar is subject to change, so please check the WCPSS website for the most up-to-date information.