Australian Capital Territory Public Holidays
Every ACT date for 2026 and 2027, checked against the ACT Legislation Register.
Next public holiday in Australian Capital Territory: Labour Day on Mon 5 Oct.
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Full 2026 guide: dates, notes and the calendar view.
Australian Capital Territory public holidays 2027
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Best ACT long weekends, 2027
- The Christmas stretch
- Easter bridge
- New Year bridge
- Australia Day bridge
Australian Capital Territory FAQ
How many public holidays does Australian Capital Territory have in 2026?
Australian Capital Territory has 15 statewide public holidays in 2026. The full list above is generated from ACT's holiday rules and checked against the ACT Legislation Register.
When is Reconciliation Day?
The first Monday on or after 27 May each year - the anniversary of the 1967 referendum. The ACT is the only jurisdiction that marks it with a public holiday.
Does Canberra follow NSW holidays?
Mostly similar, but not the same. The ACT has Canberra Day in March and Reconciliation Day in May; NSW has neither. Labour Day lines up in October.