Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Public Holidays 2027
There are 16 public holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2027, and 11 of them fall on a weekday.
All Australian Capital Territory public holidays in 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2027 | Friday | New Year’s Day |
| 26 January 2027 | Tuesday | Australia Day |
| 8 March 2027 | Monday | Canberra Day |
| 26 March 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| 27 March 2027 | Saturday | Easter Saturday |
| 28 March 2027 | Sunday | Easter Sunday |
| 29 March 2027 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| 25 April 2027 | Sunday | Anzac Day |
| 26 April 2027 | Monday | Additional public holiday for Anzac Day |
| 31 May 2027 | Monday | Reconciliation Day |
| 14 June 2027 | Monday | King’s Birthday |
| 4 October 2027 | Monday | Labour Day |
| 25 December 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
| 26 December 2027 | Sunday | Boxing Day |
| 27 December 2027 | Monday | Additional public holiday for Christmas Day |
| 28 December 2027 | Tuesday | Additional public holiday for Boxing Day |
2027 at a glance
Public Holidays
16
On a weekday
11
Working days
250
Long weekends
8
Working days = 261 weekdays in 2027 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 2027
- 3 days off: Friday 1 January 2027 to Sunday 3 January 2027 (New Year’s Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 6 March 2027 to Monday 8 March 2027 (Canberra Day)
- 4 days off: Friday 26 March 2027 to Monday 29 March 2027 (Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday)
- 3 days off: Saturday 24 April 2027 to Monday 26 April 2027 (Anzac Day, Additional public holiday for Anzac Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 29 May 2027 to Monday 31 May 2027 (Reconciliation Day)
- 3 days off: Saturday 12 June 2027 to Monday 14 June 2027 (King’s Birthday)
- 3 days off: Saturday 2 October 2027 to Monday 4 October 2027 (Labour Day)
- 4 days off: Saturday 25 December 2027 to Tuesday 28 December 2027 (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Additional public holiday for Christmas 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 2027
| Where | Public Holidays | Working days |
|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 14 | 252 |
| Victoria | 14 | 252 |
| Queensland | 13 | 252 |
| Western Australia | 14 | 251 |
| South Australia | 14 | 252 |
| Tasmania | 10 | 253 |
| Northern Territory | 14 | 251 |
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2027?
There are 16 public holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2027. 11 of them fall on a weekday.
How many working days are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2027?
250. 2027 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.