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Holidays in Australia 2027

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In 2027, 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, 2027, 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 2027, 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 2027, Good Friday will be celebrated on March 26 in Western churches.

Easter Monday
Easter Monday celebrates the resurrection of Jesus and is observed on the Monday following Easter Sunday. In 2027, it will be observed on March 29.

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, 2027.

Christmas Day
Christmas Day, celebrated on December 25, 2027, 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 2027, it will be observed on December 26.

The following is the list of public holidays in Australia 2027.

Holiday Date Weekday Note
New Year's Day Jan 01, 2027 Friday National Holiday
Australia Day Jan 26, 2027 Tuesday National Holiday
Labour Day Mar 01, 2027 Monday WA
Adelaide Cup Day Mar 08, 2027 Monday SA
Canberra Day Mar 08, 2027 Monday ACT
Eight Hours Day Mar 08, 2027 Monday TAS
Labour Day Mar 08, 2027 Monday VIC
Good Friday Mar 26, 2027 Friday National Holiday
Easter Saturday Mar 27, 2027 Saturday All except TAS, WA
Easter Sunday Mar 28, 2027 Sunday ACT, NSW, QLD, VIC, WA
Easter Monday Mar 29, 2027 Monday National Holiday
Easter Tuesday Mar 30, 2027 Tuesday TAS
ANZAC Day Apr 25, 2027 Sunday National Holiday
May Day May 03, 2027 Monday NT
Labour Day May 03, 2027 Monday QLD
Reconciliation Day May 31, 2027 Monday ACT
Western Australia Day Jun 07, 2027 Monday WA
King's Birthday Jun 14, 2027 Monday All except QLD, WA
Picnic Day Aug 02, 2027 Monday NT
Royal Queensland Show Aug 11, 2027 Wednesday QLD (Brisbane only)
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Sep 24, 2027 Friday VIC
King's Birthday Sep 27, 2027 Monday WA
Labour Day Oct 04, 2027 Monday ACT, NSW, SA
King's Birthday Oct 04, 2027 Monday QLD
Melbourne Cup Nov 02, 2027 Tuesday VIC
Christmas Eve (evening) Dec 24, 2027 Friday NT, QLD, SA
Christmas Day Dec 25, 2027 Saturday National Holiday
Boxing Day Dec 26, 2027 Sunday National Holiday
New Year's Eve (evening) Dec 31, 2027 Friday NT, SA

Please also check the working days in Australia in 2027.

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