Whether you're a local planning a long weekend, or a visitor discovering major holidays, use our list of public holidays to help plan your trip.
Friday, September 27, 2024Friday before the AFL Grand Final is a state holiday in Australia Rosh Hashana Thursday, October 3, 2024Rosh Hashana, also spelled Rosh Hashanah, is commonly known as the Jewish New Year. The event begins on the first day of Tishrei (or Tishri), which is the se...
The long-crowned king of public holidays, Victoria boasts an enviable amount of days off in 2024 (13). Both the AFL Grand Final and Melbourne Cup serve as state-only events, meaning only Victorians get the day off. Outside of that, the rest of the 2024 public holiday calendar has been ...
National Holidays Several public holidays are celebrated nationwide, representing Australia’s history, identity, and values. These holidays often involve both formal and informal gatherings, public events, and traditions that foster a sense of unity among Australians. Australia Day Date:January 26 Signif...
Victoria Monday, 10 March: Labour Day Saturday, 19 April: Saturday before Easter Sunday Monday, 9 June: King's Birthday TBA: AFL Grand Final Friday Tuesday, 4 November: Melbourne Cup Day Western Australia Monday, 3 March: Labour Day