Public Holidays 2026 Australia
View Australian public holidays for 2026, including national holidays, state holidays, regional holidays, long weekends and links to each state and territory calendar.
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Quick answer: In 2026, major national public holidays include New Year’s Day on Thursday 1 January, Australia Day on Monday 26 January, Good Friday on Friday 3 April, Easter Monday on Monday 6 April, Anzac Day on Saturday 25 April, Christmas Day on Friday 25 December and Boxing Day on Saturday 26 December.
2026 Public Holiday Highlights
These are some of the key 2026 dates that many Australians look for when planning work, travel and long weekends.
Australia Day
Australia Day falls on Monday 26 January 2026, creating a national long weekend.
Easter Long Weekend
Good Friday is 3 April and Easter Monday is 6 April 2026.
Anzac Day
Anzac Day falls on Saturday 25 April 2026, with substitute holidays in ACT and WA.
Christmas Period
Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December and Boxing Day falls on Saturday 26 December 2026.
Australia Public Holidays 2026 Calendar
This table lists Australian public holidays for 2026 across national, state and territory calendars. Click any holiday name to learn more about that public holiday.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Applies To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jan | Thu | New Year’s Day | National |
| 7 Jan | Wed | Devonport Cup | TAS |
| 26 Jan | Mon | Australia Day | National |
| 9 Feb | Mon | Royal Hobart Regatta | TAS |
| 25 Feb | Wed | Launceston Cup | TAS |
| 2 Mar | Mon | Labour Day | WA |
| 3 Mar | Tue | King Island Show | TAS |
| 9 Mar | Mon | Labour Day | VIC |
| 9 Mar | Mon | Canberra Day | ACT |
| 9 Mar | Mon | Adelaide Cup Day | SA |
| 9 Mar | Mon | Eight Hours Day | TAS |
| 3 Apr | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| 4 Apr | Sat | Day following Good Friday | National except TAS & WA |
| 5 Apr | Sun | Easter Sunday | National except NT, SA & TAS |
| 6 Apr | Mon | Easter Monday | National |
| 7 Apr | Tue | Easter Tuesday * | TAS |
| 25 Apr | Sat | Anzac Day | National |
| 27 Apr | Mon | Anzac Day Holiday | ACT & WA |
| 4 May | Mon | Labour Day | QLD |
| 4 May | Mon | May Day | NT |
| 8 May | Fri | AGFEST | TAS |
| 1 Jun | Mon | Western Australia Day | WA |
| 1 Jun | Mon | Reconciliation Day | ACT |
| 8 Jun | Mon | King’s Birthday | National except QLD & WA |
| 3 Jul | Fri | Alice Springs Show Day | NT |
| 10 Jul | Fri | Tennant Creek Show Day | NT |
| 17 Jul | Fri | Katherine Show Day | NT |
| 24 Jul | Fri | Darwin Show Day | NT |
| 3 Aug | Mon | Picnic Day | NT |
| 12 Aug | Wed | Ekka Wednesday * | QLD |
| 21 Aug | Fri | Borroloola Show Day | NT |
| 28 Sep | Mon | King’s Birthday | WA |
| 2 Oct | Fri | Burnie Show | TAS |
| TBA | TBA | AFL Grand Final Friday | VIC |
| 5 Oct | Mon | Labour Day | ACT, NSW & SA |
| 5 Oct | Mon | King’s Birthday | QLD |
| 8 Oct | Thu | Royal Launceston Show | TAS |
| 16 Oct | Fri | Flinders Island Show | TAS |
| 22 Oct | Thu | Royal Hobart Show | TAS |
| 2 Nov | Mon | Recreation Day | TAS |
| 3 Nov | Tue | Melbourne Cup Day * | VIC |
| 27 Nov | Fri | Devonport Show | TAS |
| 24 Dec | Thu | Christmas Eve * | NT, QLD & SA |
| 25 Dec | Fri | Christmas Day | National |
| 26 Dec | Sat | Boxing Day | National except SA |
| 26 Dec | Sat | Proclamation Day | SA |
| 28 Dec | Mon | Proclamation Day Holiday | SA |
| 28 Dec | Mon | Boxing Day Holiday | National except SA |
| 31 Dec | Thu | New Year’s Eve * | NT & SA |
Important 2026 public holiday notes
- South Australia and the Northern Territory have part-day public holidays for Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve from 7 pm to 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 and may only apply to certain awards, agreements or public service arrangements.
- Ekka Wednesday is generally observed in the Brisbane area only.
- Melbourne Cup Day is observed in Victoria unless an alternate local holiday has been arranged by a non-metropolitan council.
2026 Public Holidays by State and Territory
Public holiday dates can vary by state, territory and region. Choose your location below to view the relevant 2026 public holiday calendar.
NSW Public Holidays 2026
View 2026 public holidays for New South Wales, including Sydney and regional NSW.
Victoria Public Holidays 2026
View Victorian 2026 public holidays including Melbourne Cup Day and AFL Grand Final Friday.
Queensland Public Holidays 2026
View Queensland 2026 public holidays including Labour Day, Ekka Wednesday and Christmas Eve.
WA Public Holidays 2026
View Western Australia 2026 public holidays including Labour Day and WA Day.
SA Public Holidays 2026
View South Australia 2026 public holidays including Adelaide Cup Day and Proclamation Day.
Tasmania Public Holidays 2026
View Tasmania 2026 public holidays including Eight Hours Day, show holidays and regional dates.
ACT Public Holidays 2026
View ACT 2026 public holidays including Canberra Day and Reconciliation Day.
NT Public Holidays 2026
View Northern Territory 2026 public holidays including May Day, Picnic Day and regional show days.
Planning Around 2026 Public Holidays
Public holidays are useful for planning annual leave, family trips, staff rosters, school holiday activities and long weekends. Always check your state or territory page before making final arrangements, especially where regional holidays or part-day holidays may apply.
Plan leave around long weekends
Monday public holidays such as Australia Day, Labour Day and King’s Birthday can create useful long weekends.
Book early for peak periods
Easter, Christmas and school holiday periods often book out early across popular Australian destinations.
Check state rules
Businesses should confirm public holiday obligations based on their state, award, agreement and trading requirements.
Watch regional dates
Show days and local holidays may only apply in certain cities, towns or local government areas.
Public Holidays 2026 FAQs
Quick answers for people searching for Australian public holidays in 2026.
When is Australia Day in 2026?
Australia Day falls on Monday 26 January 2026, creating a national long weekend across Australia.
When is Easter in Australia in 2026?
Good Friday is Friday 3 April 2026 and Easter Monday is Monday 6 April 2026. Easter Sunday falls on Sunday 5 April 2026.
When is Anzac Day in 2026?
Anzac Day falls on Saturday 25 April 2026. ACT and WA also list an Anzac Day holiday on Monday 27 April 2026.
When is Christmas Day in 2026?
Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December 2026. Boxing Day falls on Saturday 26 December 2026, with a Boxing Day holiday on Monday 28 December in most states and territories except South Australia.
Are all 2026 public holidays national?
No. Some 2026 holidays are national, while others only apply in certain states, territories or regions. Use the state and territory links on this page to check the relevant calendar for your location.
Check your state before you plan
The national 2026 calendar is a helpful starting point, but the most accurate public holiday information depends on your state, territory or region.
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