NSW Public Holidays 2026
Complete list of public holidays in New South Wales for 2026.NSW has 13 declared public holidays this year, including 7 national holidays and 6 state-specific holidays. Also shown: 1 bank holiday (banks and financial institutions only).
All NSW Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Jan | Thursday | New Year's Day | National |
| 26Jan | Monday | Australia Day | National |
| 3Apr | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 4Apr | Saturday | Easter Saturday | NSW |
| 5Apr | Sunday | Easter Sunday | NSW |
| 6Apr | Monday | Easter Monday | National |
| 25Apr | Saturday | Anzac Day | National |
| 27Apr | Monday | Anzac Day (Additional Day) Additional day as Anzac Day falls on Saturday | NSW |
| 8June | Monday | King's Birthday | NSW |
| 3Aug | Monday | Bank Holiday Not a declared public holiday - applies to banks and financial institutions only | Regional |
| 5Oct | Monday | Labour Day | NSW |
| 25Dec | Friday | Christmas Day | National |
| 26Dec | Saturday | Boxing Day | National |
| 28Dec | Monday | Boxing Day (Additional Day) Additional day as Boxing Day falls on Saturday | NSW |
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Long Weekends in 2026
Plan ahead for these 8 long weekend opportunities:
- Australia Day - Monday, 26 Jan
- Good Friday - Friday, 3 Apr
- Easter Monday - Monday, 6 Apr
- Anzac Day (Additional Day) - Monday, 27 Apr
- King's Birthday - Monday, 8 June
- Labour Day - Monday, 5 Oct
- Christmas Day - Friday, 25 Dec
- Boxing Day (Additional Day) - Monday, 28 Dec
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the public holidays in NSW in 2026?
New South Wales has 13 declared public holidays in 2026, including 7 national holidays and 6 state-specific holidays. Note: Bank Holiday (first Monday in August) is not a declared public holiday - it applies only to banks and financial institutions.
How many long weekends are there in NSW in 2026?
There are approximately 8 potential long weekends in NSW in 2026 (holidays falling on Monday or Friday). These create 3-day weekends ideal for short trips.
When is Easter 2026 in NSW?
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 NSW 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.