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
| Holiday | Day | Date |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday | 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday | 26 January |
| Labour Day | Monday | 9 March |
| Good Friday | Friday | 3 April |
| Saturday before Easter Sunday | Saturday | 4 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday | 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday | 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday | 25 April |
| King’s Birthday | Monday | 8 June |
| Friday before AFL Grand Final | To be confirmed | – |
| Melbourne Cup | Tuesday | 3 November |
| Christmas Day | Friday | 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday | 26 December |
| Extra Boxing Day Holiday | Monday | 28 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 Holiday | Suggested Leave Dates | Total Days Off |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day (Thursday) | Friday, 2 January | 4 days (Thu–Sun) |
| Australia Day (Monday) | Tuesday, 27 to Friday, 30 January | 9 days (Sat 24 Jan–Sun 1 Feb) |
| Labour Day (Monday) | Tuesday, 10 to Friday, 13 March | 9 days (Sat 7 Mar–Sun 15 Mar) |
| Easter Weekend (Friday–Monday) | Tuesday, 7 to Friday, 10 April | 10 days (Sat 4 Apr–Sun 12 Apr) |
| ANZAC Day (Saturday) | No extra leave needed | 3 days (Sat–Mon) |
| King’s Birthday (Monday) | Tuesday, 9 to Friday, 12 June | 9 days (Sat 6 Jun–Sun 14 Jun) |
| Friday before AFL Grand Final | Monday, 28 September to Friday, 2 October | 10 days (Sat 26 Sep–Sun 4 Oct) |
| Melbourne Cup (Tuesday) | Monday, 2 November or Wednesday, 4 November | 5 days (Sat 31 Oct–Wed 4 Nov) |
| Christmas and Boxing Day | Monday, 21 to Thursday, 31 December | 16 days (Sat 19 Dec–Sun 3 Jan) |
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