How many days until Australia Day 2027?
As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 87 days until Australia Day 2027, on Tuesday 26 January 2027.
The count above was calculated when this page was published. With JavaScript on, the page recounts live on your own clock.
Key facts
- Date: Tuesday 26 January 2027.
- Observed in: Australia.
- How the date is set: Australia Day is always 26 January.
- Dates last checked: 30 October 2026.
Live countdown to Australia Day 2027, on Tuesday 26 January 2027. See the days, weeks and weekdays left and the upcoming dates.
Days to go
- 87 days, or 12 weeks and 3 days
- 61 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between
- It falls on a Tuesday
When are the next dates for Australia Day?
Australia Day 2027 is on Tuesday 26 January 2027, and Australia Day 2028 is on Wednesday 26 January 2028.
| Year | Date | Days left |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Tuesday 26 January 2027 | 87 |
| 2028 | Wednesday 26 January 2028 | 452 |
| 2029 | Friday 26 January 2029 | 818 |
| 2030 | Saturday 26 January 2030 | 1183 |
| 2031 | Sunday 26 January 2031 | 1548 |
The public holiday can move to a Monday when 26 January falls on a weekend, depending on the state or territory.
How is the date of Australia Day set?
Australia Day is always 26 January.
Australia Day marks the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove on 26 January 1788. It is a public holiday across Australia, with citizenship ceremonies, fireworks and community events.
When 26 January falls on a weekend, some states and territories give a substitute day off on the following Monday, so the day off is not always on the 26th.
Sources
Dates last checked on 30 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How many days until Australia Day 2027?
- As of 31 October 2026 (New Zealand date), there are 87 days until Australia Day 2027, on Tuesday 26 January 2027. That is 12 weeks and 3 days, with 61 weekdays (Monday to Friday) in between. The live counter on this page uses your own time zone.
- What date is Australia Day 2027?
- Australia Day 2027 falls on Tuesday 26 January 2027. Australia Day is always 26 January.
- When is Australia Day in 2028?
- Australia Day 2028 falls on Wednesday 26 January 2028. The public holiday can move to a Monday when 26 January falls on a weekend, depending on the state or territory.
- Is Australia Day always on the same date?
- Yes. Australia Day is always 26 January. Only the day of the week changes from year to year.