Victorian public holidays 2026
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Victorian public holidays 2026

Here’s a list of all the Victorian public holidays in 2026

Living in the Victoria? Here’s a list of all the Victorian 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 Victoria 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.

What are the Public Holidays in Victoria in 2026

HolidayDayDate
New Year’s DayThursday1 January
Australia DayMonday26 January
Labour DayMonday9 March
Good FridayFriday3 April
Saturday before Easter SundaySaturday4 April
Easter SundaySunday5 April
Easter MondayMonday6 April
ANZAC DaySaturday25 April
King’s BirthdayMonday8 June
Friday before AFL Grand FinalTo be confirmed–
Melbourne CupTuesday3 November
Christmas DayFriday25 December
Boxing DaySaturday26 December
Extra Boxing Day HolidayMonday28 December

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

Best Times to Take Annual Leave in VIC in 2026

Public HolidaySuggested Leave DatesTotal Days Off
New Year’s Day (Thursday)Friday, 2 January4 days (Thu–Sun)
Australia Day (Monday)Tuesday, 27 to Friday, 30 January9 days (Sat 24 Jan–Sun 1 Feb)
Labour Day (Monday)Tuesday, 10 to Friday, 13 March9 days (Sat 7 Mar–Sun 15 Mar)
Easter Weekend (Friday–Monday)Tuesday, 7 to Friday, 10 April10 days (Sat 4 Apr–Sun 12 Apr)
ANZAC Day (Saturday)No extra leave needed3 days (Sat–Mon)
King’s Birthday (Monday)Tuesday, 9 to Friday, 12 June9 days (Sat 6 Jun–Sun 14 Jun)
Friday before AFL Grand FinalMonday, 28 September to Friday, 2 October10 days (Sat 26 Sep–Sun 4 Oct)
Melbourne Cup (Tuesday)Monday, 2 November or Wednesday, 4 November5 days (Sat 31 Oct–Wed 4 Nov)
Christmas and Boxing DayMonday, 21 to Thursday, 31 December16 days (Sat 19 Dec–Sun 3 Jan)

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