Adelaide Cup Day 2026 Australia
Adelaide Cup Day is a public holiday in South Australia for the horse racing event.
Adelaide Cup Day 2026 by State
| State | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| SASouth Australia | 9 March 2026 | Monday |
History
Adelaide Cup Day is a public holiday in South Australia linked to the Adelaide Cup horse racing carnival. The race has been held since 1864 and the public holiday was established to allow South Australians to attend.
How Australians Celebrate
The Adelaide Cup is held at Morphettville Racecourse and is a significant event on the South Australian social calendar. The mid-March timing provides a welcome autumn long weekend that is unique to SA.
Adelaide Cup Day in Other Years
2024
11 Mar (Mon)
2025
10 Mar (Mon)
2026
9 Mar (Mon)
2027
8 Mar (Mon)