Labour Day
1st Monday in May — Queensland only
Queensland's Labour Day is observed on the first Monday in May, honouring the workers' rights movement and the historic campaign for the eight-hour workday in the 1800s. Queensland's date differs from other states — Victoria and Tasmania observe it in March, New South Wales and the ACT in October, Western Australia in March, and South Australia in October.
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Monday, 4 May 2026 |
Monday, 4 May 2026
1st Monday in May — Queensland only |
| 2027 | Monday, 3 May 2027 |
Monday, 3 May 2027
1st Monday in May — Queensland only |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
1st Monday in May — Queensland 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
- Royal Queensland Show
- Adelaide Cup
- Western Australia Day
- Eight Hours Day
- May Day
- Picnic Day