# Australian School Holidays 2026

> Find out when the Easter school holidays fall in 2026 across all Australian states and territories. Plan your break with our complete term dates.

## School Holidays & Term Dates 2026 – Every State & Territory

Planning your year? This page has the official 2026 school term dates and holiday periods for **all eight Australian states and territories** — NSW, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and the ACT.

Use the calendar buttons below to add dates directly to **Google Calendar** or download **.ics files** for Apple Calendar, Outlook, or any calendar app. You can also download all dates for a state in one go.

Looking for important education events like Book Week and NAIDOC Week? See our [Key Education Dates 2026](/teacher-guides/key-education-dates-2026) page.

## Term Dates at a Glance

> **Note:** All dates listed are for government schools — independent and Catholic schools may vary by several days, so always confirm with your specific school.

All dates are for **government/public schools**. Independent and Catholic schools may vary by a few days.

| State | Term 1 | Term 2 | Term 3 | Term 4 |
|-------|--------|--------|--------|--------|
| **NSW** | 2 Feb – 2 Apr | 22 Apr – 3 Jul | 21 Jul – 25 Sep | 13 Oct – 17 Dec |
| **VIC** | 27 Jan – 2 Apr | 20 Apr – 26 Jun | 13 Jul – 18 Sep | 5 Oct – 18 Dec |
| **QLD** | 27 Jan – 2 Apr | 20 Apr – 26 Jun | 13 Jul – 18 Sep | 6 Oct – 11 Dec |
| **SA** | 27 Jan – 10 Apr | 27 Apr – 3 Jul | 20 Jul – 25 Sep | 12 Oct – 11 Dec |
| **WA** | 2 Feb – 2 Apr | 20 Apr – 3 Jul | 20 Jul – 25 Sep | 12 Oct – 17 Dec |
| **TAS** | 5 Feb – 17 Apr | 4 May – 10 Jul | 27 Jul – 2 Oct | 19 Oct – 18 Dec |
| **NT** | 29 Jan – 2 Apr | 14 Apr – 19 Jun | 14 Jul – 18 Sep | 6 Oct – 10 Dec |
| **ACT** | 30 Jan – 2 Apr | 21 Apr – 3 Jul | 21 Jul – 25 Sep | 13 Oct – 18 Dec |

*Easter 2026: Good Friday 3 April, Easter Monday 6 April.*

## New South Wales (NSW)

## Victoria (VIC)

## Queensland (QLD)

## South Australia (SA)

## Western Australia (WA)

## Tasmania (TAS)

## Northern Territory (NT)

## Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### When do school holidays start in 2026?

It depends on your state. Most states finish Term 1 in early April 2026, around the Easter long weekend. Most states wrap up Term 1 on 2 April, while SA continues until 10 April and Tasmania until 17 April. Use the state-by-state sections above for exact dates.

### Do all Australian states have the same school holidays?

No. Each state and territory sets its own school calendar. While the broad structure is similar (four terms with holiday breaks), the exact dates differ. Term start and end dates can vary by a week or more between states, and Tasmania tends to have longer breaks between terms.

### Are these dates for public or private schools?

These are the official dates for **government/public schools**. Independent and Catholic schools often follow similar schedules but may start a few days later in Term 1 or finish earlier in Term 4. Always check with your specific school for their exact calendar.

### When is Easter 2026?

Easter 2026 falls on **Good Friday 3 April** and **Easter Monday 6 April**. This intersects with the end of Term 1 and the start of autumn holidays for most states.

### What is the difference between Eastern and Western Division in NSW?

NSW schools are divided into Eastern and Western divisions. Schools in the **Western Division** (remote and western NSW) start Term 1 one week later than Eastern Division schools to account for the hotter climate. In 2026, Eastern Division starts 2 February and Western Division starts 9 February.

### How do I add these dates to my calendar?

Each date entry has two buttons: **Google Calendar** (opens Google Calendar with the event pre-filled) and **.ics** (downloads a file that works with Apple Calendar, Outlook, and most calendar apps). You can also use the **Download all** button to get every date for a state in one file.

### What are the key education events in 2026?

In 2026, some key education events include Book Week, which typically occurs in August, and NAIDOC Week, celebrated in July. These events are significant for schools across Australia, providing opportunities for cultural education and community engagement. For more details on these and other important dates, visit our Key Education Dates 2026 page.

### When are the Easter school holidays in 2026?

In 2026, the Easter school holidays vary by state. In most states, the holidays begin right after Term 1 ends, around the Easter weekend. For example, in NSW, the holidays start on 3 April and end on 21 April. In Victoria, they run from 3 April to 19 April. Check the specific dates for your state in the sections above to plan your Easter break effectively.

### What are the school holidays in Australia for 2026?

The school holidays in Australia for 2026 vary by state and territory. Generally, the year is divided into four terms with breaks in between. For example, in New South Wales, the Autumn holidays start on 3 April and end on 21 April, while in Victoria, they run from 3 April to 19 April. Each state has its own specific dates, so it’s important to check the exact schedule for your region. You can find detailed term dates and holiday periods for all states and territories in the sections above.

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