Public holiday
King's Birthday 2024 in Australia
The King's Birthday is observed on different dates depending on the state.
King's Birthday 2024 by state
King's Birthday dates in 2024
King's Birthday
Monday
King's Birthday
Monday
King's Birthday
Monday
History
The King's Birthday (formerly Queen's Birthday) is a public holiday honouring the reigning British monarch. It has been observed in Australia since 1788, though the date varies by state and does not correspond to the actual birth date of the monarch.
How Australians celebrate
The King's Birthday is not widely marked by formal ceremony for most Australians. It's treated as a welcome long weekend in the cooler months, and the Queen's Birthday Honours List (now King's Birthday Honours) is announced, recognising Australians for distinguished service.
King's Birthday in other years
Frequently asked questions
King's Birthday 2024 spans Monday 10 June to Monday 7 October 2024. See the full dates table above for each individual day.
No, King's Birthday is observed in NSW, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT, WA, QLD only. It is not a national public holiday.
King's Birthday is a gazetted public holiday in NSW, VIC, SA, TAS, NT, ACT, WA, QLD. Most workers are entitled to a day off with pay. If you work on the day, penalty rates typically apply as per your award or enterprise agreement.