Australia Day 2027 in Australia
There are 85 days until Australia Day 2027 in Australia — Tuesday, January 26, 2027.
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About Australia Day 2027
Australia Day 2027 falls on Tuesday, January 26. It falls on a Tuesday — take Monday, January 25 off for a four-day weekend.
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 2027
- Mar 26, 2027 Good Friday 2027 (Friday)
- Mar 29, 2027 Easter Monday 2027 (Monday)
- Apr 25, 2027 Anzac Day 2027 (Sunday)
- Jun 14, 2027 King's Birthday 2027 (Monday)
- Dec 25, 2027 Christmas Day 2027 (Saturday)
Other holidays in January 2027
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | New Year's Day | National public holiday |
| Jan 6 | Wed | Devonport Cup | State/territory holiday |
Quick facts
- Date in 2027
- Tuesday, January 26, 2027
- 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 2027?
Australia Day 2027 is on Tuesday, January 26, 2027.
Is Australia Day a day off in 2027?
Australia Day is a national public holiday across Australia, so government offices close. Private employers decide for themselves.
How many days until Australia Day 2027?
There are 85 days until Australia Day 2027 (January 26, 2027) as of today.