🇦🇺 Australia
Australia Day
Next observed on Tuesday, 26 January 2027.
When is Australia Day in 2027?
Tuesday, 26 January 2027
Counting down to Australia Day
What Australia Day marks
Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Observed annually on 26 January, it marks the 1788 landing of the First Fleet and raising of the Union Flag of Great Britain by Arthur Phillip at Sydney Cove, a small bay on the southern shore of Sydney Harbour. The day is promoted by the Australia Day Council, an independent government owned company. Events are run to recognise the contributions of Australians to the nation, while also encouraging reflection on the country's history and reconciliation with Indigenous Australians, and respecting the diversity and achievements of Australian society. The presentation of community awards and citizenship ceremonies are also commonly held on the day. The holiday is marked by the presentation of the Australian of the Year Awards on Australia Day Eve, announcement of the Australia Day Honours list and addresses from the governor-general and prime minister. It is an official public holiday in every state and territory. With community festivals, concerts and citizenship ceremonies, the day is celebrated in large and small communities and cities around the nation. Australia Day has become the biggest annual civic event in Australia.
Background summarised from Wikipedia — Australian national holiday, available under CC BY-SA.
Australia Day dates: 2027–2031
| Year | Date | Day | Full calendar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday | Australia 2027 | |
| 2028 | Wednesday | Australia 2028 | |
| 2029 | Friday | Australia 2029 | |
| 2030 | Saturday | Australia 2030 | |
| 2031 | Sunday | Australia 2031 |
Frequently asked
When is Australia Day in 2027?
Australia Day falls on Tuesday, 26 January 2027 in Australia.
What day of the week is Australia Day 2027?
Australia Day 2027 falls on a Tuesday, 26 January 2027.
When is Australia Day in 2028?
Australia Day falls on Wednesday, 26 January 2028.
Where is Australia Day observed?
Observed nationally in Australia.
What does Australia Day celebrate?
Australian national holiday. Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Observed annually on 26 January, it marks the 1788 landing of the First Fleet and raising of the Union Flag of Great Britain by Arthur Phillip at Sydney Cove, a small bay on the southern shore of Sydney Harbour. The day is promoted by the Australia Day Council, an independent government owned company. Events are run to recognise the contributions of Australians to the nation, while also encouraging reflection on the country's history and reconciliation with Indigenous Australians, and respecting the diversity