Easter Sunday
Sunday after Good Friday — date varies each year
Easter Sunday is a public holiday in four states and territories: New South Wales, ACT, Victoria and Western Australia. It is not a public holiday in Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania or the Northern Territory. In 2027, Easter Sunday falls on 25 April, coinciding with ANZAC Day.
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday, 5 April 2026 | Sunday, 5 April 2026 |
| 2027 | Sunday, 25 April 2027 |
Sunday, 25 April 2027
Easter Sunday coincides with ANZAC Day (25 April 2027) |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
Sunday after Good Friday — date varies each year
Other Holidays
- New Year's Day
- Australia Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Saturday
- 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
- Adelaide Cup
- Western Australia Day
- Eight Hours Day
- May Day
- Picnic Day