Holidays · Australia
Australia Public Holidays 2026
🇦🇺 Complete list of national and public holidays in Australia for 2026 and 2027. Includes dates, weekdays, and notes on regional variations where relevant.
2026
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | New Year's Day | Thursday | national |
| January 26, 2026 | Australia Day | Monday | national |
| April 3, 2026 | Good Friday | Friday | national |
| April 4, 2026 | Easter Saturday Most states |
Saturday | national |
| April 6, 2026 | Easter Monday | Monday | national |
| April 25, 2026 | Anzac Day | Saturday | national |
| June 8, 2026 | King's Birthday Most states; WA observes in Sept |
Monday | national |
| October 5, 2026 | Labour Day NSW, SA, ACT; other states vary |
Monday | state |
| December 25, 2026 | Christmas Day | Friday | national |
| December 26, 2026 | Boxing Day | Saturday | national |
2027
| Date | Holiday | Day | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | New Year's Day | Friday | national |
| January 26, 2027 | Australia Day | Tuesday | national |
| March 26, 2027 | Good Friday | Friday | national |
| March 27, 2027 | Easter Saturday Most states |
Saturday | national |
| March 29, 2027 | Easter Monday | Monday | national |
| April 25, 2027 | Anzac Day | Sunday | national |
| June 14, 2027 | King's Birthday Most states; WA observes in Sept |
Monday | national |
| October 4, 2027 | Labour Day NSW, SA, ACT; other states vary |
Monday | state |
| December 25, 2027 | Christmas Day | Saturday | national |
| December 26, 2027 | Boxing Day | Sunday | national |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Australia have?
10 in 2026.
What's the biggest holiday in Australia?
Australia Day (January 26).
Are banks closed on these days in Australia?
Generally yes — banks observe the national/public holiday calendar. International business should plan around these dates to avoid payment-settlement delays.