How many days until Adelaide Cup Day in Australia?
There are 126 days until Adelaide Cup Day 2027 in Australia — Monday, March 8, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Adelaide Cup Day on Monday, March 8, 2027, set by the rule: Second Monday in March. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Adelaide Cup Day is a state/territory holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Adelaide Cup Day is a public holiday in South Australia on the second Monday in March, held for the state's most famuos horse race. Schools, banks and government offices across South Australia close, while the race itself runs at Morphettville Racecourse in Adelaide.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Adelaide Cup Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, November 28, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, January 17, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, February 6, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, February 22, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, March 1, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, March 7, 2027
Adelaide Cup Day dates by year
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
Coming up after Adelaide Cup Day
- Mar 26 Days until Good Friday 144 days away
- Mar 29 Days until Easter Monday 147 days away
- Apr 25 Days until Anzac Day 174 days away
- Jun 14 Days until King's Birthday 224 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Adelaide Cup Day?
There are 126 days until Adelaide Cup Day, which falls on Monday, March 8, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Adelaide Cup Day?
There are 18 weekends between now and Adelaide Cup Day on March 8 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Adelaide Cup Day a day off?
Adelaide Cup Day is a state/territory holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.