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 2027, Australia has 27 official public holidays. The month with the most holidays is March, with 9. 2 months have no public holiday at all.
There are 21 potential long weekends this year, from holidays landing on a Monday or Friday. Meanwhile, 3 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday.
The longest stretch without a public holiday runs from Melbourne Cup (November 2) to Christmas Day (December 27): 55 days.
The first holiday of the year is New Year's Day (January 1) and the last is St. Stephen's Day (December 28).
Long weekends in 2027
Holidays landing on a Monday or Friday
New Year's Day
January 1 · Friday
Labour Day
March 1 · Monday
Canberra Day
March 8 · Monday
Adelaide Cup Day
March 8 · Monday
Eight Hours Day
March 8 · Monday
Labour Day
March 8 · Monday
Good Friday
March 26 · Friday
Easter Monday
March 29 · Monday
Anzac Day
April 26 · Monday
Anzac Day
April 26 · Monday
May Day
May 3 · Monday
Labour Day
May 3 · Monday
Reconciliation Day
May 31 · Monday
Western Australia Day
June 7 · Monday
King's Birthday
June 14 · Monday
Picnic Day
August 2 · Monday
Friday before AFL Grand Final (Tentative Date)
September 24 · Friday
King's Birthday
September 27 · Monday
Labour Day
October 4 · Monday
King's Birthday
October 4 · Monday
Christmas Day
December 27 · Monday
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Australia have in 2027?+
Australia has 27 official public holidays in 2027, with March being the busiest month (9).
What is the first public holiday of 2027 in Australia?+
The first public holiday of 2027 is New Year's Day, on January 1.
How many long weekends are there in Australia in 2027?+
21 holidays land on a Monday or Friday, which can create long weekends.
Which 2027 holidays fall on a weekend in Australia?+
3 holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday: Holy Saturday (March 27), Easter Sunday (March 28), Anzac Day (April 25).