Federal and State Holidays in Australia (2026) 🇦🇺

Q: When is the next public holiday in Australia?

The next public holiday in Australia is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026 — in 175 days.

Q: How many public holidays does Australia have in 2026?

Australia has 7 public holidays in 2026.

Q: What was the most recent public holiday in Australia?

The most recent public holiday in Australia was ANZAC Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026 — 69 days ago.

Q: What are the upcoming public holidays in Australia?

The next 2 public holidays in Australia:Friday, December 25, 2026: Christmas DaySaturday, December 26, 2026: Boxing Day

Q: How many public holidays does Australia have in 2027?

Australia will have 7 public holidays in 2027.

Q: Does Australia have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — Australia has 8 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.

Australia observes 7 public holidays this year, with 7 scheduled for 2027. The next public holiday is Christmas Day. The most recent was ANZAC Day.

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This year, Australia observes 7 public holidays, with 7 scheduled for 2027. The next holiday is Christmas Day on 25 Dec. The most recently passed holiday was ANZAC Day. Click here to see the 2027 Public Holidays for Australia.

2026 National Holidays in Australia

Date		Holiday Name
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day

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State & Regional Holidays in Australia

Australian Capital Territory Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
5 Oct	Monday	Labor Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

New South Wales Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
5 Oct	Monday	Labor Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

Northern Territory Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
3 Aug	Monday	Picnic Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

Queensland Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
12 Aug	Wednesday	The Royal Queensland Show
5 Oct	Monday	King's Birthday
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

South Australia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
5 Oct	Monday	Labor Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Proclamation Day
28 Dec	Monday	Proclamation Day (observed)

Tasmania Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day

Victoria Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
25 Sep	Friday	Grand Final Day
3 Nov	Tuesday	Melbourne Cup Day
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

Western Australia Holidays

Date		Holiday Name
28 Sep	Monday	King's Birthday
25 Dec	Friday	Christmas Day
26 Dec	Saturday	Boxing Day
28 Dec	Monday	Boxing Day (observed)

Frequently Asked Questions about Holidays in Australia

When is the next public holiday in Australia?

The next public holiday in Australia is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026 — in 175 days.

Is today a public holiday in Australia?

No — today (Friday, July 3, 2026) is not a public holiday in Australia.

How many public holidays does Australia have in 2026?

Australia has 7 public holidays in 2026.

What was the most recent public holiday in Australia?

The most recent public holiday in Australia was ANZAC Day on Saturday, April 25, 2026 — 69 days ago.

What are the upcoming public holidays in Australia?

The next 2 public holidays in Australia:

Friday, December 25, 2026: Christmas Day
Saturday, December 26, 2026: Boxing Day

How many public holidays does Australia have in 2027?

Australia will have 7 public holidays in 2027.

Does Australia have state or provincial holidays too?

Yes — Australia has 8 additional state, provincial or regional holidays that are not nationally observed. These vary by subdivision; check our country page for the full list.