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| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day | Public Holiday |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Australia Day | National Holiday |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday | Public Holiday |
| 4 April 2026 | Saturday | Easter Saturday — Except QLD, NSW | Public Holiday |
| 5 April 2026 | Sunday | Easter Sunday — Some states | Public Holiday |
| 6 April 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday | Public Holiday |
| 25 April 2026 | Saturday | Anzac Day | National Holiday |
| 8 June 2026 | Monday | King's Birthday — 2nd Mon Jun — excl. QLD, WA | Public Holiday |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public Holiday |
| 28 December 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day — Observed Mon (26 Dec = Sat) | Public Holiday |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many national public holidays are there in Australia in 2026?
Australia observes 10 national public holidays in 2026. These include New Year's Day, Australia Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Anzac Day, the King's Birthday, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Individual states and territories may observe additional holidays.
When is Australia Day in 2026?
Australia Day in 2026 is on 26 January. If it falls on a weekend, most states observe the next Monday as the public holiday.
When is Anzac Day in 2026?
Anzac Day is always 25 April. In 2026, it falls on a Saturday — check your state for the observed date. It is a national public holiday across all states and territories.
Do all Australian states have the same public holidays in 2026?
All states share the national holidays, but each state also has unique holidays. For example, Victoria has Melbourne Cup Day, Queensland has the Royal Brisbane Show, and Western Australia has Western Australia Day.
