How many days until Boxing Day in Australia?
There are 54 days until Boxing Day 2026 in Australia — Saturday, December 26, 2026.
Because December 26 falls on a Saturday, offices observe the holiday on Monday, December 28.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Boxing Day on Saturday, December 26, 2026, set by the rule: December 26. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Boxing Day is a national public holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Boxing Day, December 26, is a public holiday in every Australian state and territory except South Australia, which observes Proclamation Day instead. It is Australia's biggest shopping day and the traditional start of the Boxing Day cricket Test and the Sydney to Hobart yacth race.
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 Boxing Day:
- 50 days to go — Friday, November 6, 2026
- 30 days to go — Thursday, November 26, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Saturday, December 12, 2026
- 7 days to go — Saturday, December 19, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Friday, December 25, 2026
Boxing 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 Boxing Day
- Jan 1 Days until New Year's Day 60 days away
- Jan 26 Days until Australia Day 85 days away
- Mar 26 Days until Good Friday 144 days away
- Mar 29 Days until Easter Monday 147 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Boxing Day?
There are 54 days until Boxing Day, which falls on Saturday, December 26, 2026. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Boxing Day?
There are 8 weekends between now and Boxing Day on December 26 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Boxing Day a day off?
Boxing Day is a national public holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.