Australian Capital Territory Public Holidays
All public holidays in Australian Capital Territory (ACT) for 2026. Beyond the national holidays, Australian Capital Territory observes Canberra Day and Reconciliation Day.
Next public holiday in ACT
Labour Day
Monday 5 October 2026
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Working-day calculations exclude full-day statewide holidays only. Part-day, restricted-sector and regional holidays are not deducted for the whole state.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Australian Capital Territory have in 2026?
Australian Capital Territory has 15 declared statewide public holidays in 2026. Of the declared holidays, 11 fall on weekdays.
How many long weekends are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
Australian Capital Territory has 8 long weekends in 2026. These occur when public holidays fall adjacent to regular weekends, giving you 3 or more consecutive days off.
How many working days are there in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
There are 250 working days in Australian Capital Territory in 2026, after excluding weekends and full-day statewide public holidays. Regional, part-day and restricted-sector dates are not deducted statewide.
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