‘Happy Fox Day, Tars!’: Rollins College cancels classes for annual spring surprise holiday

WINTER PARK, Fla. – Fox Day at Rollins College, a tradition that dates to the mid-1950s, was declared on Wednesday by the school, meaning students will not have class.

In a post on X, Rollins College said, “HAPPY FOX DAY, TARS! Have a fun and safe day off from classes to enjoy the beautiful Florida weather. ⁠⁠"

Students were seen posing with the Fox Day statue in Tars Plaza in the early hours on Wednesday.

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Nearly every year since 1956, the president of Rollins College picks a day in the spring to give students a surprise break to enjoy the weather, usually in March or April.

Enjoy the day, students!