Which states get an Anzac Day public holiday this year?
With Anzac Day falling on a weekend this year, an extra public holiday has been announced for the people of NSW.
www.sbs.com.auHere’s the latest on Anzac Day public holidays in Australia:
- New South Wales is planning an extra Anzac Day public holiday for 2026 and 2027 when the day falls on a weekend, creating a Monday long weekend in those years. This decision is being discussed with the RSL and could apply specifically to NSW residents.[1][4][5]
- Other states already observe a Monday holiday when Anzac Day falls on a Sunday (e.g., Western Australia and the ACT), and some states have different arrangements depending on the year. WA and ACT have had the extra Monday in place for years, while most other states follow their own schedules.[2][8][9]
- Public ceremonies for Anzac Day itself remain on April 25 nationwide, with the proposed extra day intended to preserve the act of remembrance while giving people a long weekend in NSW.[4][1]
If you’d like, I can summarize which states have what arrangements for 2026 and 2027 in a quick table, or pull the exact dates for your location in Grapevine, Texas for comparison.