VIC Public Holidays 2026
Complete list of public holidays in Victoria for 2026.VIC has 14 declared public holidays this year, including 7 national holidays and 6 state-specific holidays.
All VIC Public Holidays 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Jan | Thursday | New Year's Day | National |
| 26Jan | Monday | Australia Day | National |
| 9Mar | Monday | Labour Day | VIC |
| 3Apr | Friday | Good Friday | National |
| 4Apr | Saturday | Saturday before Easter Sunday | VIC |
| 5Apr | Sunday | Easter Sunday | VIC |
| 6Apr | Monday | Easter Monday | National |
| 25Apr | Saturday | Anzac Day | National |
| 8June | Monday | King's Birthday | VIC |
| 25Sept | Friday | AFL Grand Final Friday Date TBC - Friday before AFL Grand Final | VIC |
| 3Nov | Tuesday | Melbourne Cup Day Observed in metropolitan Melbourne unless alternate local holiday arranged | Regional |
| 25Dec | Friday | Christmas Day | National |
| 26Dec | Saturday | Boxing Day | National |
| 28Dec | Monday | Boxing Day Holiday Additional day as Boxing Day falls on Saturday | VIC |
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Long Weekends in 2026
Plan ahead for these 8 long weekend opportunities:
- Australia Day - Monday, 26 Jan
- Labour Day - Monday, 9 Mar
- Good Friday - Friday, 3 Apr
- Easter Monday - Monday, 6 Apr
- King's Birthday - Monday, 8 June
- AFL Grand Final Friday - Friday, 25 Sept
- Christmas Day - Friday, 25 Dec
- Boxing Day Holiday - Monday, 28 Dec
Regional Holidays
Some holidays in VIC only apply to specific regions. Check with your employer if you're unsure which holidays apply to your area.
- Melbourne Cup Day -
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the public holidays in VIC in 2026?
Victoria has 14 declared public holidays in 2026, including 7 national holidays and 6 state-specific holidays plus 1 regional holidays.
How many long weekends are there in VIC in 2026?
There are approximately 8 potential long weekends in VIC in 2026 (holidays falling on Monday or Friday). These create 3-day weekends ideal for short trips.
When is Easter 2026 in VIC?
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 VIC 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.