Is today a public holiday in Australia?
Saturday, 17 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in Australia
Christmas Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in Australia? · All Australia public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in Australia's main time zone (Australia/Lord_Howe). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in Australia
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Monday, 28 December 2026 | St. Stephen's Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Tuesday, 26 January 2027 | Australia Day |
| Friday, 26 March 2027 | Good Friday |
| Monday, 29 March 2027 | Easter Monday |
See the full Australia holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in Australia?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in Australia/Lord_Howe, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does Australia have in 2026?
Australia has 6 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for Australia.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in Australia?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in Australia?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in Australia.
When is the next public holiday in Australia?
Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December 2026.