When is Canberra Day in 2026?
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday | States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 Mar | Mon | Canberra Day | ACT |
For more information, please visit the official website
Is Canberra Day a public holiday in the ACT?
Yes! Canberra Day is a public holiday in ACT and it held on the second Monday of March every year in Canberra.
Why and how do we celebrate Canberra Day?
Canberra Day is for us to celebrate the official naming of Canberra. On the other hand, the Canberra Balloon Spectacular is an annual hot air balloon festival that held in March. Many hot air balloons are launched in the sky over the two weeks.
There are also various forms of entertainment that comprise the festival such as:
- Exhibitions and displays.
- Sporting events.
- Music.
- Film.
- Dance.
- Theatre.
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