South Australia · 2026

South Australia observes 12 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Australia Day (January 26, 2026), Adelaide Cup (March 9, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Easter Saturday (April 4, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.

South Australia observes 12 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.

New Year's Day in South Australia falls on January 1, 2026.

Australia Day in South Australia falls on January 26, 2026.

Adelaide Cup in South Australia falls on March 9, 2026.

Good Friday in South Australia falls on April 3, 2026.

Easter Saturday in South Australia falls on April 4, 2026.

Easter Sunday in South Australia falls on April 5, 2026.

Easter Monday in South Australia falls on April 6, 2026.

Anzac Day in South Australia falls on April 25, 2026.

King's Birthday in South Australia falls on June 8, 2026.

Christmas Day in South Australia falls on December 25, 2026.

Boxing Day in South Australia falls on December 26, 2026.

Proclamation Day in South Australia falls on December 26, 2026.

Most public holidays in South Australia are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.

Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.

A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.

Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.