How many public holidays does Australia have in 2026?

Australia has 20 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in Australia in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in Australia is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for Australia to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

Countdown · Australia

Christmas Day 2026 falls on Friday 25 December 2026 — live countdown below for Australia.

156days

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