QLD public holidays 2026
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QLD public holidays 2026

By strategically adjusting your vacations around public holidays, you can maximise the benefits of your annual leave!

To ensure you don’t miss out on anything important, our guide puts together a list of QLD public holidays 2026 and important dates for your calendar.

QLD Public Holidays 2026

DateDayPublic Holiday
1 JanThursdayNew Year’s Day
26 JanMondayAustralia Day
3 AprFridayGood Friday
4 AprSaturdayDay following Good Friday
5 AprSundayEaster Sunday
6 AprMondayEaster Monday
25 AprSaturdayAnzac Day
4 MayMondayLabour Day
12 AugWednesdayEkka Wednesday *
5 OctMondayKing’s Birthday
24 DecThursdayChristmas Eve *
25 DecFridayChristmas Day
26 DecSaturdayBoxing Day
28 DecMondayBoxing Day Holiday

Best Time to Take Leave in Queensland in 2026

Leave PeriodPublic HolidaysDays to Take OffTotal Time Off
1 Jan – 4 JanNew Year’s Day (Thu, 1 Jan)1 day (Fri, 2 Jan)4 days (Thu–Sun)
24 Jan – 1 FebAustralia Day (Mon, 26 Jan)4 days (27–30 Jan)9 days (Sat–Sun)
3 Apr – 12 AprEaster (3–6 Apr), Anzac Day (Sat, 25 Apr)4 days (7–10 Apr)10 days (Fri–Sun)
2 May – 4 MayLabour Day (Mon, 4 May)No leave needed3 days (Sat–Mon)
8 Aug – 16 AugEkka Wednesday (Wed, 12 Aug)4 days (10, 11, 13, 14 Aug)9 days (Sat–Sun)
3 Oct – 11 OctKing’s Birthday (Mon, 5 Oct)4 days (6–9 Oct)9 days (Sat–Sun)
19 Dec – 28 DecChristmas (Fri, 25 Dec), Boxing Day (Sat, 26 Dec)4 days (21–24 Dec)10 days (Sat–Mon)

Our Top tips for saving money when booking a holiday

Booking in advance can often help save money when it comes to travel. Here are some general guidelines:

Travel TypeRecommended Booking Lead Time (To Save Money)
Domestic Flights1-3 months
International Flights2-8 months
Peak Season FlightsCloser to 6-8 months
Midweek Travel (Flights)Consider Tuesdays or Wednesdays
Hotels1-3 months
Vacation RentalsSeveral months
Hostels/Budget AccommodationsFew weeks to a month
Peak Season/Special Events (Accommodations)Book well in advance

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