Here’s a list of all the WA public holidays in 2026
Living in the Western Australia? Here’s a list of all the WA public holidays you need to know in 2026, as well as other important dates to make a note of on your calendar.
Whether you’re living in the Western Australia or just visiting, it’s important to note the dates of the holidays as many businesses and restaurants typically close or have reduced services on these days. Find out the upcoming public holidays in WA and plan ahead.
Public holidays and national days in WA in 2026
| Holiday | Day | Date (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday | 1 January 2026 |
| Australia Day | Monday | 26 January 2026 |
| Labour Day | Monday | 2 March 2026 |
| Good Friday | Friday | 3 April 2026 |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday | 5 April 2026* |
| Easter Monday | Monday | 6 April 2026 |
| Anzac Day | Saturday & Monday | 25 & 27 April 2026 |
| Western Australia Day | Monday | 1 June 2026 |
| King’s Birthday | Monday | 28 September 2026# |
| Christmas Day | Friday | 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day | Saturday & Monday | 26 & 28 December 2026 |
Whether you’re living in the Western Australia or just visiting, it’s important to note the dates of the holidays as many businesses and restaurants typically close or have reduced services on these days.
To ensure you don’t miss out on anything important, our guide puts together a list of WA public holidays 2024 and important dates for your calendar.
https://www.commerce.wa.gov.au/labour-relations/public-holidays-western-australia
Best time to take annual leaves in WA in 2026
| Holiday | Date | Suggested Annual Leave | Total Days Off |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday, 1 January 2026 | Take Friday, 2 January | 4 days (1–4 Jan) |
| Australia Day | Monday, 26 January 2026 | No leave needed | 3 days (24–26 Jan) |
| Labour Day | Monday, 2 March 2026 | Take Tuesday, 3 March | 4 days (29 Feb – 3 Mar) |
| Easter (Good Friday & Easter Monday) | Friday, 3 April & Monday, 6 April 2026 | Take Tuesday–Thursday (7–9 April) | 10 days (3–12 Apr) |
| Anzac Day | Saturday, 25 April & Monday, 27 April 2026 | No extra leave needed | 3 days (25–27 Apr) |
| Western Australia Day | Monday, 1 June 2026 | Take Tuesday, 2 June | 4 days (30 May – 2 June) |
| King’s Birthday | Monday, 28 September 2026 | Take Tuesday, 29 September | 4 days (26–29 Sept) |
| Christmas & Boxing Day | Friday, 25 December & Monday, 28 December 2026 | Take Tuesday–Thursday (29–31 December) | 10 days (25 Dec – 3 Jan 2027) |
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