Easter 2026 Australia
Easter spans Good Friday to Easter Monday and is the longest national public holiday period.
National HolidayEaster 2026 by State
Easter Dates in 2026
| Holiday | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Good Friday | 3 April 2026 | Friday |
| Easter Saturday | 4 April 2026 | Saturday |
| Easter Sunday | 5 April 2026 | Sunday |
| Easter Monday | 6 April 2026 | Monday |
History
Easter is the oldest and most important Christian festival, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In Australia, the Easter public holidays span from Good Friday to Easter Monday, making it the longest national holiday period on the calendar.
How Australians Celebrate
Australians celebrate Easter with hot cross buns, chocolate eggs, and the Easter bilby (a uniquely Australian twist on the Easter bunny). The autumn long weekend is the peak domestic travel period after Christmas, with road trips and camping being popular choices.
Easter in Other Years
2024
29 Mar (Fri)
2025
18 Apr (Fri)
2026
3 Apr (Fri)
2027
26 Mar (Fri)