Australia Holidays 2026
47 public holidays in Australia. Next up: Epiphany in 3 days!
Upcoming Holidays
46 remainingOrthodox Christmas Day
Orthodox New Year
Isra and Mi'raj
Australia Day
Tu B'Shevat (Arbor Day)
Royal Hobart Regatta
Valentine's Day
Carnival / Shrove Tuesday / Pancake Day
Lunar New Year
Ramadan Start
Ash Wednesday
Lunar New Year Holiday (Day 2)
Labour Day
Purim
Labour Day
Eight Hours Day
Adelaide Cup
Canberra Day
Lailat al-Qadr
St Patrick's Day
National Close the Gap Day
Eid ul Fitr
Hari Raya Puasa
March Equinox
Harmony Day
Palm Sunday
Maundy Thursday
First day of Passover
Good Friday
Holy Saturday
Daylight Saving Time ends
Easter Sunday
Self Determination Day
Easter Monday
Easter Tuesday
Last day of Passover
Orthodox Good Friday
Orthodox Holy Saturday
Orthodox Easter
Orthodox Easter Monday
Yom HaShoah
Yom HaAtzmaut
ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day Observed
ANZAC Day Observed
Holidays by Month
January 2026 6 holidays
February 2026 8 holidays
March 2026 14 holidays
April 2026 19 holidays
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many public holidays does Australia have in 2026?▼
Australia has 47 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.
What is the next public holiday in Australia?▼
The next public holiday in Australia is Epiphany on January 6, 2026. That's in 3 days!
Are these official public holidays?▼
Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by Australia. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.
Do public holidays in Australia apply to all regions?▼
Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.