Australia Public Holidays 2034

New Year’s Day – Sunday, 1 January (Observed on Monday, 2 January)
Celebrated with fireworks, parties, and gatherings to welcome the new year.
Australia Day – Thursday, 26 January
Marks the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788, celebrated with parades and ceremonies.

Labour Day (WA Only) – Monday, 6 March
Recognizes workers' rights and fair work conditions in Western Australia.
Canberra Day (ACT Only) – Monday, 13 March
Celebrates the founding of Australia’s capital city, Canberra.
Adelaide Cup Day (SA Only) – Monday, 13 March
A major horse racing event observed as a public holiday in South Australia.
Eight Hours Day (TAS) & Labour Day (VIC) – Monday, 13 March
Celebrates the establishment of the eight-hour workday.

Good Friday – Friday, 7 April
A Christian holiday marking the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, observed nationwide.
Easter Saturday – Saturday, 8 April
A day of reflection and celebration for Christians.
Easter Sunday – Sunday, 9 April
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, marked by church services and family gatherings.
Easter Monday – Monday, 10 April
Extends the Easter celebrations with a public holiday across Australia.
ANZAC Day – Tuesday, 25 April
Honors Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served in wars, with dawn services and parades.

Labour Day (QLD & NT Only) – Monday, 1 May
Recognizes the contributions of workers in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
Western Australia Day (WA Only) – Monday, 5 June
Celebrates the founding of Western Australia.

King’s Birthday (All states except WA & QLD) – Monday, 12 June
A public holiday celebrating the reigning monarch’s birthday.
Reconciliation Day (ACT Only) – Monday, 29 May
Promotes unity and reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.

Picnic Day (NT Only) – Monday, 7 August
A public holiday in the Northern Territory for relaxation and outdoor activities.
Royal Queensland Show Day (QLD Only - Brisbane Area Only) – Wednesday, 9 August
Celebrates the Brisbane Exhibition, featuring agricultural displays, rides, and entertainment.

King’s Birthday (WA Only) – Monday, 25 September
Western Australia observes the monarch’s birthday on a different date from other states.
Friday before AFL Grand Final (VIC Only - Subject to AFL Schedule) – Friday, 22 September
A public holiday in Victoria for the Australian Football League Grand Final celebrations.

Labour Day (ACT, NSW, SA Only) – Monday, 2 October
A public holiday in multiple states recognizing workers’ contributions.
King’s Birthday (QLD Only) – Monday, 2 October
Queensland observes the monarch’s birthday on this day.

Melbourne Cup Day (VIC Only - Some Regional Areas Exempt) – Tuesday, 7 November
Australia’s most famous horse racing event, widely celebrated in Victoria and beyond.

Christmas Day – Monday, 25 December
A Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, marked by feasts and gift exchanges.
Boxing Day – Tuesday, 26 December
A day traditionally for charity and gift-giving, now also associated with shopping sales and sports events.