Planning your year around Australia’s public holidays just got easier! At Australian Public Holidays, we provide a comprehensive guide to public holidays across all states and territories, helping you stay informed and prepared. Whether you’re scheduling a family getaway, planning a long weekend, or simply curious about the traditions behind these special days, our easy-to-navigate site has everything you need.
From national holidays like Australia Day and Anzac Day to region-specific celebrations such as the Royal Queensland Show and the Melbourne Cup, we cover it all. Explore detailed calendars, holiday histories, and up-to-date schedules for each state and territory. No matter where you are in Australia, we’ve got the information you need to make the most of your time off.
This page contains a calendar of all 2024 public holidays for Australia. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates. Scroll down to view the national list or choose your state’s calendar.
| Date | Day | Holiday | States |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Wed | New Year’s Day | National |
| 8 Jan | Wed | Devonport Cup | TAS |
| 27 Jan | Mon | Australia Day Holiday | National |
| 10 Feb | Mon | Royal Hobart Regatta | TAS |
| 26 Feb | Wed | Launceston Cup | TAS |
| 3 Mar | Mon | Labour Day | WA |
| 4 Mar | Tue | King Island Show | TAS |
| 10 Mar | Mon | Labour Day | VIC |
| 10 Mar | Mon | Canberra Day | ACT |
| 10 Mar | Mon | Adelaide Cup Day | SA |
| 10 Mar | Mon | Eight Hours Day | TAS |
| 18 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| 19 Apr | Sat | Day following Good Friday | National except TAS & WA |
| 20 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | National except NT, SA & TAS |
| 21 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | National |
| 22 Apr | Tue | Easter Tuesday * | TAS |
| 25 Apr | Fri | Anzac Day | National |
| 2 May | Fri | AGFEST | TAS |
| 5 May | Mon | Labour Day | QLD |
| 5 May | Mon | May Day | NT |
| 2 Jun | Mon | Western Australia Day | WA |
| 2 Jun | Mon | Reconciliation Day | ACT |
| 9 Jun | Mon | King’s Birthday | National except QLD & WA |
| 4 Jul | Fri | Alice Springs Show Day | NT |
| 11 Jul | Fri | Tennant Creek Show Day | NT |
| 18 Jul | Fri | Katherine Show Day | NT |
| 25 Jul | Fri | Darwin Show Day | NT |
| 4 Aug | Mon | Picnic Day | NT |
| 13 Aug | Wed | Ekka Wednesday * | QLD |
| 15 Aug | Fri | Borroloola Show Day | NT |
| TBA | AFL Grand Final Friday | VIC | |
| 29 Sep | Mon | King’s Birthday | WA |
| 3 Oct | Fri | Burnie Show | TAS |
| 6 Oct | Mon | Labour Day | ACT, NSW & SA |
| 6 Oct | Mon | King’s Birthday | QLD |
| 9 Oct | Thu | Royal Launceston Show | TAS |
| 17 Oct | Fri | Flinders Island Show | TAS |
| 23 Oct | Thu | Royal Hobart Show | TAS |
| 3 Nov | Mon | Recreation Day | TAS |
| 4 Nov | Tue | Melbourne Cup Day * | VIC |
| 28 Nov | Fri | Devonport Show | TAS |
| 24 Dec | Wed | Christmas Eve * | NT, QLD & SA |
| 25 Dec | Thu | Christmas Day | National |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Boxing Day | National except SA |
| 26 Dec | Fri | Proclamation Day | SA |
| 31 Dec | Wed | New Year’s Eve * | NT & SA |
| The dates in this table are from multiple sources. Please choose your state below to view original source. | |||
*Note:
— South Australia and Northern Territory have a part-day public holiday for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve from 7 pm to 12 midnight.
— Queensland has a part-day public holiday for Christmas Eve from 6 pm to midnight.
— Easter Tuesday is a restricted public holiday in Tasmania. Observed by some awards/agreements and the State Public Service. To check award ring Fair Work Infoline on 131394.
— Ekka Wednesday is observed in Brisbane area only.
— Melbourne Cup Day is observed in all of Victoria unless alternate local holiday has been arranged by non-metro council.
Public holidays vary from state to state, and we understand how tricky it can be to keep track. That’s why we’ve created state-specific pages and yearly calendars to simplify your search. Want to know when the next public holiday is? Need a calendar for 2025 or beyond? We’ve got you covered with accurate, regularly updated information.
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