Public Holidays 2026 | QLD | Australia
Public holidays are more than just a break from routine. Public holiday events bring people together to celebrate and honor common traditions and cultural identity. Find out when the next public holiday is in your state.Advertisement
QLD | Public Holidays in January 2026
New Year's Day
Date: 2026-01-01Description: Celebrates the beginning of the Gregorian calendar year.
Weekday: Thursday
Australia Day
Date: 2026-01-26Description: Marks the arrival of the First Fleet in Sydney Cove in 1788.
Weekday: Monday
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QLD | Public Holidays in April 2026
Good Friday
Date: 2026-04-03Description: Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Weekday: Friday
Easter Monday
Date: 2026-04-06Description: Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus; observed as a public holiday.
Weekday: Monday
Anzac Day
Date: 2026-04-27Description: Commemorates those who served and died in wars and peacekeeping.
Weekday: Monday
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QLD | Public Holidays in May 2026
Labour Day
Date: 2026-05-04Description: Contribution of working people.
Weekday: Monday
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QLD | Public Holidays in August 2026
Royal Queensland Show (Ekka)
Date: 2026-08-13Description: Brisbane regional holiday.
Weekday: Thursday
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QLD | Public Holidays in October 2026
King's Birthday
Date: 2026-10-05Description: Celebrates the official birthday of King Charles III.
Weekday: Monday
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QLD | Public Holidays in December 2026
Christmas Eve (Part-Day)
Date: 2026-12-24Description: Public holiday from 6pm to midnight.
Weekday: Thursday
Christmas Day
Date: 2026-12-25Description: Celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ.
Weekday: Friday
Boxing Day
Date: 2026-12-28Description: A day for giving, now a major shopping holiday.
Weekday: Monday
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