CALENDAR 2025-26
CALENDAR IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE.
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Pre-Professional Division
Semester I: August 25, 2025 - January 11, 2026
Semester II: January 12, 2026 - May 23, 2026
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Preparatory Division
Fall I: August 25 - September 28, 2025
Fall II: September 29 - November 2, 2025
Winter I: November 3 - December 14 (no classes November 24-30)
Winter II: January 12 - February 15, 2026
Spring I: February 16 - March 22, 2026
Spring II: April 6 - May 10, 2026
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Adult Division
Please see the Adult Division page for calendar dates and closures.
Tuition Due Dates
Two weeks prior to the start of a semester or session.
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Holidays and Closures
Labor Day: September 1, 2025
Halloween Break: October 31, 2025
Thanksgiving Break: November 26 - 30, 2025
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Winter Break: December 20, 2025 - January 4, 2026
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Spring Break: March 26 - April 1, 2026
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** CBA will be open during the school year except for the dates noted above. Absences in observance of religious or federal holidays will be excused.**
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Upcoming Events & Important Dates
​Summer Programs: June - August 2025
Main Street Fair: June 28, 2025
Dance in the Parks: July 9, 2025
Trivia for Tutus Fundraiser: TBA (Fall 2025)
Evanston Symphony Orchestra Holiday Concert: December 20, 2025
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Annual Concert In-Studio Run Through: May 9, 2026
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Annual Concert Stage & Technical Rehearsals: May 11-15, 2026
Pre-Professional Division Annual Concert Performances: May 16 & 17, 2026
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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.
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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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