Australia Day 2026 in Australia
Australia Day 2026 in Australia is on
Monday, January 26, 2026
280 days ago
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About Australia Day 2026
Australia Day 2026 falls on Monday, January 26. It lands on a Monday, so 2026 brings a three-day weekend from Saturday, January 24.
Australia Day, January 26, is Australia's national public holiday — the equivalent of a US federal holiday, observed in every state and territory. It marks the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788 and is celebrated with citizenship ceremonies, barbecues and fireworks.
Australia Day in other years
| Year | Date | Day | Observed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | January 26, 2026 | Monday | — |
| 2027 | January 26, 2027 | Tuesday | — |
Holidays after Australia Day 2026
- Apr 3, 2026 Good Friday 2026 (Friday)
- Apr 6, 2026 Easter Monday 2026 (Monday)
- Apr 25, 2026 Anzac Day 2026 (Saturday)
- Jun 8, 2026 King's Birthday 2026 (Monday)
- Dec 25, 2026 Christmas Day 2026 (Friday)
Other holidays in January 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thu | New Year's Day | National public holiday |
| Jan 7 | Wed | Devonport Cup | State/territory holiday |
Quick facts
- Date in 2026
- Monday, January 26, 2026
- Date rule
- January 26; following Monday is the public holiday if it falls on a weekend
- Legal status
- Public holiday in all Australian states and territories
- Commemorates
- Arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove, January 26, 1788
- Uniform national holiday since
- 1994, when all states began observing the actual date
- Historic names
- Anniversary Day, Foundation Day
Frequently asked questions
What day is Australia Day in 2026?
Australia Day 2026 is on Monday, January 26, 2026.
Is Australia Day a day off in 2026?
Australia Day is a national public holiday across Australia, so government offices close. Private employers decide for themselves.
How many days until Australia Day 2026?
Australia Day 2026 was 280 days ago, on January 26, 2026.