NT Public Holidays 2027
Complete list of public holidays in Northern Territory for 2027.NT has 22 declared public holidays this year, including 7 national holidays and 10 state-specific holidays.
All NT Public Holidays 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Jan | Friday | New Year's Day | National |
| 26Jan | Tuesday | Australia Day | National |
| 26Mar | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 27Mar | Saturday | Saturday before Easter Sunday | NT |
| 28Mar | Sunday | Easter Sunday | NT |
| 29Mar | Monday | Easter Monday | National |
| 25Apr | Sunday | Anzac Day | National |
| 26Apr | Monday | Anzac Day Holiday Additional day as Anzac Day falls on Sunday | NT |
| 3May | Monday | May Day | NT |
| 14June | Monday | King's Birthday | NT |
| 2July | Friday | Alice Springs Show Day | Alice Springs |
| 9July | Friday | Tennant Creek Show Day | Tennant Creek |
| 16July | Friday | Katherine Show Day | Katherine |
| 23July | Friday | Darwin Show Day | Darwin |
| 2Aug | Monday | Picnic Day | NT |
| 13Aug | Friday | Borroloola Show Day | Borroloola |
| 24Dec | Friday | Christmas Eve (part-day) Part-day public holiday from 7pm to midnight | NT |
| 25Dec | Saturday | Christmas Day | National |
| 27Dec | Monday | Christmas Day Holiday Additional day as Christmas Day falls on Saturday | NT |
| 26Dec | Sunday | Boxing Day | National |
| 28Dec | Tuesday | Boxing Day Holiday Additional day as Boxing Day falls on Sunday | NT |
| 31Dec | Friday | New Year's Eve (part-day) Part-day public holiday from 7pm to midnight | NT |
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Long Weekends in 2027
Plan ahead for these 15 long weekend opportunities:
- New Year's Day - Friday, 1 Jan
- Good Friday - Friday, 26 Mar
- Easter Monday - Monday, 29 Mar
- Anzac Day Holiday - Monday, 26 Apr
- May Day - Monday, 3 May
- King's Birthday - Monday, 14 June
- Alice Springs Show Day - Friday, 2 July
- Tennant Creek Show Day - Friday, 9 July
- Katherine Show Day - Friday, 16 July
- Darwin Show Day - Friday, 23 July
- Picnic Day - Monday, 2 Aug
- Borroloola Show Day - Friday, 13 Aug
- Christmas Eve (part-day) - Friday, 24 Dec
- Christmas Day Holiday - Monday, 27 Dec
- New Year's Eve (part-day) - Friday, 31 Dec
Regional Holidays
Some holidays in NT only apply to specific regions. Check with your employer if you're unsure which holidays apply to your area.
- Alice Springs Show Day - Alice Springs
- Tennant Creek Show Day - Tennant Creek
- Katherine Show Day - Katherine
- Darwin Show Day - Darwin
- Borroloola Show Day - Borroloola
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the public holidays in NT in 2027?
Northern Territory has 22 declared public holidays in 2027, including 7 national holidays and 10 state-specific holidays plus 5 regional holidays.
How many long weekends are there in NT in 2027?
There are approximately 15 potential long weekends in NT in 2027 (holidays falling on Monday or Friday). These create 3-day weekends ideal for short trips.
When is Easter 2027 in NT?
Good Friday 2027 falls on Friday 26 March 2027. Easter Monday follows on Monday 29 March 2027.
When is the King's Birthday public holiday in NT 2027?
The King's Birthday is observed on Monday 14 June 2027. Note that WA and QLD observe the King's Birthday on different dates than other states.