Los Cabos Spring Break Draws 50,000 Students in 2026

Los Cabos gears up for 50,000 students during the 2026 Spring Break season, spanning March for five weeks and injecting $30-40 million into the local economy. Cabo San Lucas buzzes as the epicenter, with crowds flocking to El Médano Beach where 12 major hotels already sell out and occupancy hits 80 percent. The destination shines as a safe, upscale haven amid Pacific waves and Sea of Cortez allure, drawing growth from U.S. spots like Florida and New York while rivals like Cancun fade.