Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Public Holidays 2026
There are 15 public holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026, and 11 of them fall on a weekday.
Next public holiday
Christmas Day
Friday 25 December 2026 · 45 days away
As of 10 November 2026 (UTC). This page is rebuilt daily.
All Australian Capital Territory public holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | Thursday | New Year’s Day |
| 26 January 2026 | Monday | Australia Day |
| 9 March 2026 | Monday | Canberra Day |
| 3 April 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 4 April 2026 | Saturday | Easter Saturday |
| 5 April 2026 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 6 April 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 25 April 2026 | Saturday | Anzac Day |
| 27 April 2026 | Monday | Additional public holiday for Anzac Day |
| 1 June 2026 | Monday | Reconciliation Day |
| 8 June 2026 | Monday | King’s Birthday |
| 5 October 2026 | Monday | Labour Day |
| 25 December 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day Next |
| 26 December 2026 | Saturday | Boxing Day |
| 28 December 2026 | Monday | Additional public holiday for Boxing Day |
2026 at a glance
Public Holidays
15
On a weekday
11
Working days
250
Long weekends
8
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2026 minus the 11 public holidays that fall Monday to Friday. Regional, part-day and optional days are not deducted. For a custom range, use the business days calculator.
Long weekends in Australian Capital Territory in 2026
- 3 days off: Saturday 24 January 2026 to Monday 26 January 2026 (Australia Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 7 March 2026 to Monday 9 March 2026 (Canberra Day)
- 4 days off: Friday 3 April 2026 to Monday 6 April 2026 (Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday)
- 3 days off: Saturday 25 April 2026 to Monday 27 April 2026 (Anzac Day, Additional public holiday for Anzac Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 30 May 2026 to Monday 1 June 2026 (Reconciliation Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 6 June 2026 to Monday 8 June 2026 (King’s Birthday)
- 3 days off: Saturday 3 October 2026 to Monday 5 October 2026 (Labour Day)
- 4 days off: Friday 25 December 2026 to Monday 28 December 2026 (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Additional public holiday for Boxing Day)
A long weekend is three or more days in a row made up of Saturdays, Sundays and full-day public holidays.
When a holiday falls on a weekend
Most states add an “additional” public holiday on a weekday when Christmas Day, Boxing Day or (in some states) Anzac Day falls on a weekend. The additional days are listed above. Weekend dates such as Easter Saturday are still public holidays for people who work them, which matters for penalty rates.
Good to know
- Canberra Day is the second Monday in March. Reconciliation Day is the Monday on or after 27 May.
Compare other states and territories in 2026
| Where | Public Holidays | Working days |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 13 | 252 |
| Victoria | 14 | 251 |
| Queensland | 12 | 253 |
| Western Australia | 13 | 251 |
| South Australia | 13 | 252 |
| Tasmania | 9 | 253 |
| Northern Territory | 13 | 252 |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
There are 15 public holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026. 11 of them fall on a weekday.
When is the next public holiday in Australian Capital Territory?
The next one is Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, 45 days away (as of 10 November 2026).
How many working days are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
250. 2026 has 261 weekdays (Monday to Friday), and 11 public holidays fall on a weekday, leaving 250. Regional, part-day and optional holidays are not deducted.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Australian Capital Territory?
Most states add an “additional” public holiday on a weekday when Christmas Day, Boxing Day or (in some states) Anzac Day falls on a weekend. The additional days are listed above. Weekend dates such as Easter Saturday are still public holidays for people who work them, which matters for penalty rates.
Sources
Dates checked against these official sources on 6 November 2026. Governments can add or move holidays (for royal, sporting or national events), and your own entitlement depends on your contract and the rules that cover your workplace, so confirm with your employer or the source above before you book leave. This page is general information, not legal or payroll advice.