In Australia public holidays vary by state and territory: on top of the national ones (such as New Year's Day, Australia Day or Anzac Day) each state adds its own, so the calendar changes depending on where you are.
In 2024, Australia has 25 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is March, with 8. 2 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 19 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from King's Birthday (June 10) to Picnic Day (August 5): 56 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is St. Stephen's Day (December 26).
Long weekends in 2024
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Monday
Australia Day
January 26 · Friday
Labour Day
March 4 · Monday
Canberra Day
March 11 · Monday
Adelaide Cup Day
March 11 · Monday
Eight Hours Day
March 11 · Monday
Labour Day
March 11 · Monday
Good Friday
March 29 · Friday
Easter Monday
April 1 · Monday
May Day
May 6 · Monday
Labour Day
May 6 · Monday
Reconciliation Day
May 27 · Monday
Western Australia Day
June 3 · Monday
King's Birthday
June 10 · Monday
Picnic Day
August 5 · Monday
Friday before AFL Grand Final
September 27 · Friday
King's Birthday
September 30 · Monday
Labour Day
October 7 · Monday
King's Birthday
October 7 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Australia have in 2024?+
Australia has 25 official public holidays in 2024, with March being the busiest month (8).
What is the first public holiday of 2024 in Australia?+
The first public holiday of 2024 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Australia in 2024?+
19 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2024 holidays fall on a weekend in Australia?+
2 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Holy Saturday (March 30), Easter Sunday (March 31).