Red highlights indicate nationwide public holidays in Australia. Blue highlights indicate holidays that vary by state or territory (including holidays with the same name that are observed on different dates depending on the region).
The ◎ symbol indicates a movable holiday whose date changes from year to year.
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Overview of ACT Public Holidays
Australia Day Commemorates the arrival of the First Fleet from Great Britain at Sydney Cove on January 26, 1788.
Canberra Day Celebrates the official naming and founding of Australia's national capital, Canberra.
Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Sunday, Easter Monday According to Christian tradition, Good Friday marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, while Easter Sunday celebrates his resurrection three days later. The day after Easter, Easter Monday, is also observed as a public holiday.
Anzac Day A national day of remembrance honoring members of the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) who served and died in World War I and subsequent conflicts.
Reconciliation Day A public holiday dedicated to promoting reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
King’s Birthday Official celebration of the birthday of the British monarch. Although King Charles III was born on November 14, the date of the public holiday is designated independently by each state and territory (falling on a Monday in all jurisdictions).