NSW Public Holidays 2026 & 2027
Check the official New South Wales public holiday dates for 2026 and 2027, including Easter, Anzac Day, King’s Birthday, Labour Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. This page is designed to help families, workers, employers and visitors quickly find the next NSW public holiday.
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Quick answer: what are the main NSW public holidays?
NSW observes national public holidays such as New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, as well as NSW-specific dates such as King’s Birthday and Labour Day.
How many NSW public holidays are there in 2026?
In 2026, NSW has 13 listed statewide public holiday dates when additional days are included. The NSW Bank Holiday is also listed by the NSW Government, but it is not a declared public holiday for all workers.
How many NSW public holidays are there in 2027?
In 2027, NSW has 14 listed statewide public holiday dates when the additional public holidays for Anzac Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day are included.
Best for workers
Use this guide to check upcoming public holidays before planning annual leave, long weekends and workplace rosters.
Best for families
Plan school breaks, weekend trips, family gatherings and holiday activities around the NSW public holiday calendar.
Best for employers
Always check current award, agreement and Fair Work guidance when rostering staff or calculating public holiday pay.
NSW public holiday dates 2026 and 2027
The table below lists the New South Wales public holidays currently published for 2026 and 2027. Holiday names link to dedicated public holiday guides where available.
New South Wales public holidays table
Use this table to compare the 2026 and 2027 NSW public holiday dates side by side.
| Holiday | 2026 date | 2027 date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January 2026 | Friday 1 January 2027 | National public holiday. |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January 2026 | Tuesday 26 January 2027 | National public holiday. |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April 2026 | Friday 26 March 2027 | Part of the Easter long weekend. |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday 4 April 2026 | Saturday 27 March 2027 | Also known as the Saturday after Good Friday. |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April 2026 | Sunday 28 March 2027 | Public holiday in NSW. |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April 2026 | Monday 29 March 2027 | Part of the Easter long weekend. |
| Anzac Day | Saturday 25 April 2026 | Sunday 25 April 2027 | Observed on 25 April. |
| Additional public holiday for Anzac Day | Monday 27 April 2026 | Monday 26 April 2027 | Additional public holiday listed for NSW. |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 8 June 2026 | Monday 14 June 2027 | NSW long weekend in June. |
| Bank Holiday | Monday 3 August 2026 | Monday 2 August 2027 | Listed by NSW Government, but not a declared public holiday for all workers. |
| Labour Day | Monday 5 October 2026 | Monday 4 October 2027 | NSW Labour Day long weekend. |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December 2026 | Saturday 25 December 2027 | National public holiday. |
| Additional public holiday for Christmas Day | Not applicable | Monday 27 December 2027 | Applies because Christmas Day falls on a Saturday in 2027. |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December 2026 | Sunday 26 December 2027 | National public holiday. |
| Additional public holiday for Boxing Day | Monday 28 December 2026 | Tuesday 28 December 2027 | Additional day when Boxing Day falls on a weekend. |
Popular NSW public holiday planning links
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Key NSW public holidays explained
These are the dates people most often search for when planning work, travel, school breaks and long weekends in New South Wales.
King’s Birthday in NSW
The King’s Birthday public holiday is observed in NSW in June. In 2026 it falls on Monday 8 June, and in 2027 it falls on Monday 14 June.
Labour Day in NSW
NSW Labour Day is observed in October. In 2026 it falls on Monday 5 October, and in 2027 it falls on Monday 4 October.
Christmas and Boxing Day
Christmas Day and Boxing Day can create additional public holidays when they fall on weekends. This is why 2027 includes extra holiday dates on Monday 27 December and Tuesday 28 December.
NSW public holiday FAQs
Short answers to common questions about public holidays in New South Wales.
When is the next public holiday in NSW?
Use the countdown at the top of this page to see the next NSW public holiday based on today’s date.
Is Anzac Day a public holiday when it falls on a weekend in NSW?
For 2026 and 2027, NSW lists Anzac Day on 25 April and an additional public holiday on the following Monday.
Is Easter Sunday a public holiday in NSW?
Yes. Easter Sunday is listed as a public holiday in NSW for both 2026 and 2027.
Is the NSW Bank Holiday a public holiday?
The NSW Government lists the Bank Holiday because it affects retail bank branches and certain financial institutions. However, it is not a declared public holiday for all workers.
Does NSW have regional public holidays?
Yes. NSW may also have local public holidays or local event days in some regional and rural areas, often linked to events such as agricultural shows or race days.
Where should employers check NSW public holiday pay rules?
Employers should check the Fair Work Ombudsman, modern awards, enterprise agreements and employment contracts when confirming public holiday pay and rostering obligations.
Official NSW public holiday sources
These external references support accuracy and help users confirm current public holiday information.
Planning around NSW public holidays?
Bookmark this page for NSW public holiday dates, long weekends and official updates. For national dates, use the Australian public holidays guide.