CALENDAR 2026-27
CALENDAR IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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Pre-Professional Division
Semester I: August 24, 2026 - January 9, 2027
Semester II: January 11, 2027 - May 22, 2027
Pre-Professional Division Holidays and Closures *
Labor Day: September 7, 2026
Thanksgiving Break: November 25 - 29, 2026
Winter Break: December 19, 2026 - January 3, 2027
Spring Break: March 22 - 28, 2027
* CBA will be open except for the dates noted above. Absences in observance of religious or federal holidays will be excused.
Preparatory Division
Fall I: August 24 - September 26, 2026
Fall II: September 28 - October 31, 2026
Winter I: November 2 - December 12, 2026 (no classes November 23-29)
Winter II: January 11 - February 13, 2027
Spring I: February 15 - March 20, 2027
Spring II: March 29 - May 1, 2027
Adult Division
Please visit the Adult Division page on our website for dates and closures specific to this division.
​Important Dates & Events
Main Street Fair: June 27, 2026
Dance in the Parks: July 15, 2026
Family Fest: July 25, 2026
ITA Block Party: August 1, 2026
Evanston Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert: December 13, 2026
Winter Showcase: December 19, 2026
Observation Week: January 25-30, 2027
Walk-a-Thon: April 2027 (TBA)
Annual Concert Stage & Technical Rehearsals: May 10-14, 2027
Pre-Professional Division Annual Concert Performances: May 15 & 16, 2027
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Inclement Weather
In the event of closures or adjustments due to inclement weather, families will be notified via email and by CBA's social media. ​
For information about classes including schedules, tuition and dress code, please visit the Classes Menu and click on the Division(s) you wish to view.
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