Public holiday
Picnic Day 2024 in Australia
Picnic Day is a public holiday in the Northern Territory held on the first Monday in August.
Picnic Day 2024 by state
History
Picnic Day is a public holiday unique to the Northern Territory, held on the first Monday of August. It was originally intended as a day for community picnics and outdoor recreation.
How Australians celebrate
True to its name, Picnic Day is one of the more relaxed public holidays on the Australian calendar. Many Territorians spend the day outdoors, with community events, markets, and picnics at local parks and reserves. The Harts Range annual sports carnival in Central Australia has traditionally been held on Picnic Day.
Picnic Day in other years
Frequently asked questions
Picnic Day 2024 falls on Monday 5 August 2024.
No, Picnic Day is observed in NT only. It is not a national public holiday.
Picnic Day is a gazetted public holiday in NT. 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.