Sydney School Holidays (2026)

A typical school year in Sydney starts at the end of January and ends on December 21, just a few days away from Winter break. Schools are closed during winter and spring break, and other major public holidays in Sydney.

School holidays in Sydney typically consist of religious and cultural holidays and national days. For more updated information, please visit individual school websites.

When are school holidays in Sydney?

Which are the other holidays in Sydney?

Australia Day
The national day is Australia is celebrated every January 26. It is the anniversary of the arrival of the first British ships at Port Jackson, South Wales. The day is celebrated through community and family events that reflect the rich history of Australia.

Good Friday
Good Friday is observed during the Holy Week to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus.

Easter Sunday & Easter Monday
Easter Monday is celebrated in Australia which marks the resurrection of Jesus.

ANZAC Day
ANZAC Day remembers all Australian war heroes and their contribution to keeping the peace. It is a holiday
which falls on April 25 every year.

Proclamation Day (South Australia)
Proclamation Day is celebrated in South Australia. It marks the day South Australia was proclaimed a province in 1834 under the South Australia Act

Picnic Day
Picnic Day is a public holiday celebrated every first Monday of August. It is observed in Adelaide River as an annual Union Picnic Day.

Eight Hours Day / October Long Weekend
The holiday is a 40-hour week movement which is also called a short-time movement for workers to regulate the length of a working day.

Boxing Day
Boxing Day is celebrated on December 26 every year in all states except South Australia.

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