Bank Holiday 2026 Australia
Bank Holiday is a public holiday in New South Wales observed on the first Monday in August.
Bank Holiday 2026 by State
| State | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| NSWNew South Wales | 3 August 2026 | Monday |
History
Bank Holiday in New South Wales is observed on the first Monday of August. Originally a holiday specific to the banking and financial sector, it has since broadened to cover most workers in NSW.
How Australians Celebrate
Bank Holiday is one of the lesser-known state holidays in Australia. It provides a winter long weekend for NSW workers and falls on the same date as the NT's Picnic Day. Most people treat it as a standard long weekend without any particular traditions attached.
Bank Holiday in Other Years
2024
7 Aug (Wed)
2025
4 Aug (Mon)
2026
3 Aug (Mon)
2027
2 Aug (Mon)