Victoria School Term and Holidays dates for 2026
Whether you're a parent planning family getaways, a student keeping track of your schedule, or just someone who loves a good long weekend, we got you. We've sorted all the important dates into easy-to-read tables, so you can quickly find what you need and make the most of your year.
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📝 School Term Dates
| Term | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday 27 January to Thursday 2 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 20 April to Friday 26 June |
| Term 3 | Monday 13 July to Friday 18 September |
| Term 4 | Monday 5 October to Friday 18 December |
🌊 School Holidays
| Holiday | Dates in 2026 |
| Term 1 School Holidays | Tuesday 7 April to Sunday 19 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Saturday 27 June to Sunday 12 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Saturday 19 September to Sunday 4 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays | Saturday 19 December to 26 January 2027 |
🏝 Victoria Public Holidays
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Labour Day | Monday 9 March |
| Good Friday1 | Friday 3 April |
| Saturday before Easter Sunday | Saturday 4 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| King's Birthday | Monday 8 June |
| Friday before the AFL Grand Final | Subject to AFL schedule |
| Melbourne Cup | Tuesday 3 November |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 DecemberMonday 28 December |
🕰 Daylight Saving
| Day | Description |
| Sunday, October 4, 2026, at 2 am AEST | Turn clock forward by an hour |
| Sunday, April 5, 2027, at 3 am AEDT. | Turn clock backward by an hour |
What are you waiting for? Go mark your calendars and plan for a fabulous 2026!
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