How many days until Reconciliation Day in Australia?
There are 210 days until Reconciliation Day 2027 in Australia — Monday, May 31, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Reconciliation Day on Monday, May 31, 2027, set by the rule: The Monday on or after May 27. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Reconciliation Day is a state/territory holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Reconciliation Day is a public holiday in the Australian Capital Territory, held on the Monday on or after May 27. Introduced in 2018, it marks the anniversary of the 1967 referendum on Aboriginal rigths and opens National Reconciliation Week. Only the ACT observes it.
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 Reconciliation Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, February 20, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, April 11, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, May 1, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, May 17, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, May 24, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, May 30, 2027
Reconciliation 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 Reconciliation Day
- Jun 14 Days until King's Birthday 224 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 418 days away
- Dec 26 Days until Boxing Day 419 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Reconciliation Day?
There are 210 days until Reconciliation Day, which falls on Monday, May 31, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Reconciliation Day?
There are 30 weekends between now and Reconciliation Day on May 31 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Reconciliation Day a day off?
Reconciliation Day is a state/territory holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.