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In 2026, Australia has seven national holidays. However, the number of public holidays varies by state or territory.
New Year's Day
New Year Holiday, celebrated on January 1, 2026, marks the first day of the year on the modern Gregorian calendar and is one of the most popular holidays in the world.
Australia Day
Australia Day marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet of British ships in New South Wales and the first raising of the British flag at Sydney Cove on January 26, 1788. In 2026, it will be observed on January 26.
Good Friday
Good Friday is a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and His death at Calvary. It is observed on the Friday immediately preceding Easter Sunday. In 2026, Good Friday will be celebrated on April 3 in Western churches.
Easter Monday
Easter Monday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus and is observed on the Monday following Easter Sunday. In 2026, it will be observed on April 6.
ANZAC Day
The acronym ANZAC stands for "Australian and New Zealand Army Corps," and the soldiers were known as Anzacs. ANZAC Day is one of the most important national occasions in Australia and New Zealand, commemorating all those who served and died in wars and peacekeeping operations. The holiday will be observed on April 25, 2026.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day, celebrated on December 25, 2026, commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is a holiday of sharing, during which people exchange gifts and cards with family and friends.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day, also known as St. Stephen's Day, is widely recognized as a shopping holiday in some countries. In 2026, it will be observed on December 26.
The following is the list of public holidays in Australia 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Weekday | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Jan 01, 2026 | Thursday | National Holiday |
| Australia Day | Jan 26, 2026 | Monday | National Holiday |
| Labour Day | Mar 02, 2026 | Monday | WA |
| Adelaide Cup Day | Mar 09, 2026 | Monday | SA |
| Canberra Day | Mar 09, 2026 | Monday | ACT |
| Eight Hours Day | Mar 09, 2026 | Monday | TAS |
| Labour Day | Mar 09, 2026 | Monday | VIC |
| Good Friday | Apr 03, 2026 | Friday | National Holiday |
| Easter Saturday | Apr 04, 2026 | Saturday | All except TAS, WA |
| Easter Sunday | Apr 05, 2026 | Sunday | ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC, WA |
| Easter Monday | Apr 06, 2026 | Monday | National Holiday |
| Easter Tuesday | Apr 07, 2026 | Tuesday | TAS |
| ANZAC Day | Apr 25, 2026 | Saturday | National Holiday |
| May Day | May 04, 2026 | Monday | NT |
| Labour Day | May 04, 2026 | Monday | QLD |
| Reconciliation Day | Jun 01, 2026 | Monday | ACT |
| Western Australia Day | Jun 01, 2026 | Monday | WA |
| King's Birthday | Jun 08, 2026 | Monday | All except QLD, WA |
| Picnic Day | Aug 03, 2026 | Monday | NT |
| Royal Queensland Show | Aug 07, 2026 | Friday | QLD (Brisbane only) |
| Friday before the AFL Grand Final | Sep 25, 2026 | Friday | VIC |
| King's Birthday | Sep 28, 2026 | Monday | WA |
| Labour Day | Oct 05, 2026 | Monday | ACT, NSW, SA |
| King's Birthday | Oct 05, 2026 | Monday | QLD |
| Melbourne Cup | Nov 03, 2026 | Tuesday | VIC |
| Christmas Eve (evening) | Dec 24, 2026 | Thursday | NT, QLD, SA |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25, 2026 | Friday | National Holiday |
| Boxing Day | Dec 26, 2026 | Saturday | National Holiday |
| New Year's Eve (evening) | Dec 31, 2026 | Thursday | NT, SA |
Please also check the working days in Australia in 2026.