How many days until Devonport Cup in Australia?
There are 65 days until Devonport Cup 2027 in Australia — Wednesday, January 6, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Devonport Cup on Wednesday, January 6, 2027, set by the rule: The Wednesday on or after January 5. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Devonport Cup is a state/territory holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Devonport Cup day is a part-day statutory holiday in Devonport, Tasmania, starting at 11 a.m. on the Wednesday between January 5 and 11. It mainly covers state government employees and workers under certain awards, timde for the Devonport Cup horse 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 Devonport Cup:
- 50 days to go — Tuesday, November 17, 2026
- 30 days to go — Monday, December 7, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Wednesday, December 23, 2026
- 7 days to go — Wednesday, December 30, 2026 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Tuesday, January 5, 2027
Devonport Cup dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | January 7, 2026 | Wednesday | 299 days ago |
| 2027 | January 6, 2027 | Wednesday | 65 days |
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 Devonport Cup
- 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
- Apr 25 Days until Anzac Day 174 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Devonport Cup?
There are 65 days until Devonport Cup, which falls on Wednesday, January 6, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Devonport Cup?
There are 9 weekends between now and Devonport Cup on January 6 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Devonport Cup a day off?
Devonport Cup is a state/territory holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.