ANZAC Day
25 April each year
Observed on 25 April, ANZAC Day commemorates the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZACs) who landed at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915 during World War I. It is one of Australia's most important national days, honouring all Australians who have served and died in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. Dawn services are held nationwide. ANZAC Day is unique — when it falls on a Sunday, most states observe the following Monday as the public holiday.
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Saturday, 25 April 2026 |
Saturday, 25 April 2026
Observed on 25 April (Saturday) — no Monday substitute in Australia |
| 2027 | Sunday, 25 April 2027 |
Monday, 26 April 2027
Mondayised ANZAC Day (25 April) coincides with Easter Sunday — observed Monday 26 April alongside Easter Monday |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
25 April each year
Other Holidays
- New Year's Day
- Australia Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Saturday
- Easter Sunday
- Easter Monday
- 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
- Adelaide Cup
- Western Australia Day
- Eight Hours Day
- May Day
- Picnic Day