Western Australia Public Holidays
All public holidays in Western Australia (WA) for 2026. Beyond the national holidays, Western Australia observes Western Australia Day and a September King's Birthday.
Next public holiday in WA
King's Birthday
Monday 28 September 2026
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Public holidays and listed dates
Working-day calculations exclude full-day statewide holidays only. Part-day, restricted-sector and regional holidays are not deducted for the whole state.
Regional and local public holidays
These dates apply only in the listed locality or region. Check your council or employer before relying on them.
King's Birthday
Karratha and Port Hedland
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does Western Australia have in 2026?
Western Australia has 13 declared statewide public holidays in 2026. Of the declared holidays, 10 fall on weekdays.
How many long weekends are there in Western Australia in 2026?
Western Australia has 7 long weekends in 2026. These occur when public holidays fall adjacent to regular weekends, giving you 3 or more consecutive days off.
How many working days are there in Western Australia in 2026?
There are 251 working days in Western Australia in 2026, after excluding weekends and full-day statewide public holidays. Regional, part-day and restricted-sector dates are not deducted statewide.
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