How many days until Launceston Cup in Australia?
There are 114 days until Launceston Cup 2027 in Australia — Wednesday, February 24, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Launceston Cup on Wednesday, February 24, 2027, set by the rule: Last Wednesday in February. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Launceston Cup is a state/territory holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. The Launceston Cup is northern Tasmania's premeir horse race, run on the last Wednesday in February at Mowbray racecourse. Race day is a government and bank holiday in Launceston and nearby municipalities — all day in some areas, from 11 a.m. in the city itself.
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 Launceston Cup:
- 100 days to go — Monday, November 16, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Tuesday, January 5, 2027
- 30 days to go — Monday, January 25, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Wednesday, February 10, 2027
- 7 days to go — Wednesday, February 17, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Tuesday, February 23, 2027
Launceston Cup dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 25, 2026 | Wednesday | 250 days ago |
| 2027 | February 24, 2027 | Wednesday | 114 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 Launceston Cup
- 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 Launceston Cup?
There are 114 days until Launceston Cup, which falls on Wednesday, February 24, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Launceston Cup?
There are 16 weekends between now and Launceston Cup on February 24 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Launceston Cup a day off?
Launceston Cup is a state/territory holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.