Anzac Day public holidays 2026
Published 15 April 2026
Public holidays for Anzac Day are different in some states and territories in 2026. Find your dates and where to go for information on workplace entitlements.
On this page:
- Anzac Day public holidays in each state and territory
- Working or not working on public holidays
- Check pay rates
- Related information
Anzac Day public holidays in each state and territory
Public holidays can be different depending on the state or territory.
Anzac Day is on Saturday 25 April in 2026. This is a public holiday in all states and territories.
Because Anzac Day falls on a Saturday this year, some states and territories get an additional public holiday on Monday 27 April.
Image showing upcoming public holidays across Australia for Anzac Day
Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria
The Anzac Day public holiday for the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria in 2026 is Saturday 25 April.
Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales and Western Australia
The Anzac Day public holidays for the ACT, New South Wales and Western Australia in 2026 are:
- Saturday 25 April: Anzac Day
- Monday 27 April: Additional public holiday for Anzac Day.
For other public holiday dates in each state and territory, visit 2026 public holidays.
Working or not working on public holidays
All employees have the right to not work on a public holiday.
An employer may ask an employee to work in some circumstances.
For more information, visit Not working on public holidays.
Working on a public holiday? For public holiday payment rules, check:
Check pay rates
To calculate your award rate of pay, use our Pay and Conditions Tool.
If you’re not sure of your award, the tool lets you search by industry or occupation to help find the right award.
