Reconciliation Day
Monday on or before 27 May — ACT only
Reconciliation Day is observed in the Australian Capital Territory on the Monday on or before 27 May. It replaced the Family & Community Day holiday in 2018, recognising the importance of reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal Australians. The date aligns with National Sorry Day (26 May) and falls within National Reconciliation Week (27 May – 3 June).
Upcoming Dates
| Year | Actual Date | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Wednesday, 27 May 2026 |
Monday, 25 May 2026
Mondayised Monday on or before 27 May — ACT only |
| 2027 | Thursday, 27 May 2027 |
Monday, 24 May 2027
Mondayised Monday on or before 27 May — ACT only |
Legal Basis
When is it observed?
Monday on or before 27 May — ACT 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
- 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