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It’s the top search on everyone’s phone the second a long weekend wraps up: when is the next public holiday in Australia? These glorious national days off are clustered around the summer holidays and April, leaving the middle of the year feeling like a bit of a slog.
Each state and territory observes its own local holidays, with major dates like Labour Day and the King’s Birthday recognised in different months. To help you make the absolute most of your time off, we’ve broken down all the upcoming public holidays across Australia below.
When is the next public holiday in Australia?
The next nationwide public holiday in Australia is Christmas Day on December 25. However, most states don’t have to wait until summer for a long weekend – here are the upcoming statewide public holidays in Australia:
- VIC – Friday before AFL Grand Final, September 25
- WA – King’s Birthday: Monday, September 28
- ACT, NSW + SA – Labour Day: Monday, October 5
- QLD – King’s Birthday: Monday, October 5
- TAS – Recreation Day: Monday, November 2
When are the national public holidays in Australia in 2026?
- New Year’s Day: Thursday, January 1
- Australia Day/Invasion Day: Monday, January 26
- Good Friday: Friday, April 3
- Easter Saturday: Saturday, April 4 (except TAS and WA)
- Easter Sunday: Sunday, April 5 (except TAS)
- Easter Monday: Monday, April 6
- Anzac Day: Saturday, April 25 (observed in ACT, NSW and WA on Monday, April 27)
- Christmas Day: Friday, December 25
- Boxing Day: Saturday, December 26 (except Tasmania)
- Boxing Day observation: Monday, December 28 (except SA)
Check out our Australian public holiday guide for the full state and territory breakdown.
Is Easter Saturday a public holiday?
Yes, Easter Saturday is recognised as a public holiday in all states and territories, except Western Australia.
Is Christmas Eve a public holiday?
No, Christmas Eve (December 24) is not a national public holiday in Australia – but there are a few state exceptions. It’s officially recognised as a part-day public holiday in the Northern Territory and South Australia from 7pm to midnight, and in Queensland from 6pm to midnight.
Is Boxing Day a public holiday?
Yes, Boxing Day (December 26) is a public holiday in all Australian states and territories.
Is New Year’s Eve a public holiday?
No, New Year’s Eve (December 31) is not a full public holiday across Australia. However, it’s recognised as a part-day public holiday in the Northern Territory and South Australia from 7pm to midnight.