Public Holidays NSW 2026
Below is a list of the statewide New South Wales Public Holidays for 2026.
New South Wales also has a number of local public holidays that are exclusive to certain regions within the state.
NOTE: Regional Holidays are updated as they become available. Last updated 18 April 2024.
To view regional show and other NSW public holiday dates, use the regional filter below.
INCLUDE REGIONAL HOLIDAYS
Statewide Public Holidays NSW 2026
| Holiday | Date | Holiday Type | Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday, 1 January 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Australia Day | Monday, 26 January 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Good Friday | Friday, 3 April 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday, 4 April 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 5 April 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Easter Monday | Wednesday, 6 May 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday, 25 April 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| King's Birthday | Monday, 8 June 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Bank Holiday* | Monday, 3 August 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Labour Day | Monday, 5 October 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Christmas Day | Friday, 25 December 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Boxing Day | Saturday, 26 December 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
| Boxing Day Additional Holiday | Monday, 28 December 2026 | Public | NSW Wide |
Notes:
In 2026, Boxing Day falls on a Saturday. As a result, there is an additional Boxing Day holiday on Monday, 28 December 2026.
In 2026, ANZAC Day falls on a Saturday. In New South Wales there is no additional holiday for ANZAC Day when it falls on a weekend.
*Only banks and certain financial institutions receive the Bank Holiday.
