TAS public holidays 2026
Tasmania recognises around 11 public holidays in 2026 (depending on local council), including Recreation Day in northern Tasmania and Eight Hours Day on the second Monday in March.
Every public holiday in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday 1 January 2026 | Thu | New Year's Day | National |
| Monday 26 January 2026 | Mon | Australia Day | National |
| Friday 3 April 2026 | Fri | Good Friday | National |
| Saturday 4 April 2026 | Sat | Saturday before Easter Sunday | National |
| Monday 6 April 2026 | Mon | Easter Monday | National |
| Saturday 25 April 2026 | Sat | Anzac Day | National |
| Monday 8 June 2026 | Mon | Queen's Birthday | TAS-only |
| Friday 25 December 2026 | Fri | Christmas Day | National |
| Saturday 26 December 2026 | Sat | Boxing Day | National |
Sources: The Statutory Holidays Act 2000 (Tas) sets the public holiday list. Penalty rates come from modern awards under the Fair Work Act 2009. Always cross-check with the current state gazette for any year-of substitutions when a holiday falls on a weekend.
TAS quirks worth knowing
Eight Hours Day (the second Monday in March) is the Tasmanian equivalent of Labour Day — uniquely named.
Recreation Day on the first Monday in November is a public holiday only in northern Tasmania (north of and including Oatlands). Southern Tasmania observes the Royal Hobart Show Day in October instead.
Easter Tuesday is a public holiday for some industries in Tasmania (state public service, banks) but not all — a frequent source of cross-industry confusion.
Working a public holiday in TAS?
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