ACT Public Holidays 2026
Complete list of public holidays in Australian Capital Territory for 2026.ACT has 15 declared public holidays this year, including 7 national holidays and 8 state-specific holidays.
All ACT Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Jan | Thursday | New Year's Day | National |
| 26Jan | Monday | Australia Day | National |
| 9Mar | Monday | Canberra Day | ACT |
| 3Apr | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 4Apr | Saturday | Saturday before Easter Sunday | ACT |
| 5Apr | Sunday | Easter Sunday | ACT |
| 6Apr | Monday | Easter Monday | National |
| 25Apr | Saturday | Anzac Day | National |
| 27Apr | Monday | Anzac Day Holiday Additional day as Anzac Day falls on Saturday | ACT |
| 1June | Monday | Reconciliation Day | ACT |
| 8June | Monday | King's Birthday | ACT |
| 5Oct | Monday | Labour Day | ACT |
| 25Dec | Friday | Christmas Day | National |
| 26Dec | Saturday | Boxing Day | National |
| 28Dec | Monday | Boxing Day Holiday Additional day as Boxing Day falls on Saturday | ACT |
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Long Weekends in 2026
Plan ahead for these 10 long weekend opportunities:
- Australia Day - Monday, 26 Jan
- Canberra Day - Monday, 9 Mar
- Good Friday - Friday, 3 Apr
- Easter Monday - Monday, 6 Apr
- Anzac Day Holiday - Monday, 27 Apr
- Reconciliation Day - Monday, 1 June
- King's Birthday - Monday, 8 June
- Labour Day - Monday, 5 Oct
- Christmas Day - Friday, 25 Dec
- Boxing Day Holiday - Monday, 28 Dec
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the public holidays in ACT in 2026?
Australian Capital Territory has 15 declared public holidays in 2026, including 7 national holidays and 8 state-specific holidays.
How many long weekends are there in ACT in 2026?
There are approximately 10 potential long weekends in ACT in 2026 (holidays falling on Monday or Friday). These create 3-day weekends ideal for short trips.
When is Easter 2026 in ACT?
Good Friday 2026 falls on Friday 3 April 2026. Easter Monday follows on Monday 6 April 2026.
When is the King's Birthday public holiday in ACT 2026?
The King's Birthday is observed on Monday 8 June 2026. Note that WA and QLD observe the King's Birthday on different dates than other states.