Adelaide Cup
2nd Monday in May — South Australia only
The Adelaide Cup public holiday is observed on the second Monday in May in South Australia, giving workers a long weekend in autumn. The holiday is associated with the Adelaide Cup horse race run at Morphettville Racecourse, one of the premier thoroughbred racing events in South Australia.
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, 11 May 2026 |
Monday, 11 May 2026
2nd Monday in May — South Australia only |
| 2027 | Monday, 10 May 2027 |
Monday, 10 May 2027
2nd Monday in May — South Australia only |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
2nd Monday in May — South Australia only
Other Holidays
- New Year's Day
- Australia Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Saturday
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Monday
- ANZAC Day
- Christmas Day
- Boxing Day
- King's Birthday
- Bank Holiday
- Canberra Day
- Reconciliation Day
- Family & Community Day
- AFL Grand Final Friday
- Melbourne Cup Day
- Labour Day
- Royal Queensland Show
- Western Australia Day
- Eight Hours Day
- May Day
- Picnic Day