NT Public School Holidays and Term Dates 2026
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School Holidays and Term Dates 2026
Looking for the official NT school holiday dates? This page lists the key term dates and school holiday breaks for Northern Territory, helping you plan ahead for the year.
These dates are set by the Northern Territory Department of Education for public schools. Independent and Catholic schools often base their calendars on the same schedule but may have slight variations, so it’s always best to confirm directly with your school.
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| Event | Dates | |
| Jan | New Year's Day holiday | Jan 1 |
| Australia Day | Jan 26 | |
| Term 1 starts | Jan 28 | |
| Apr | Term 1 finishes | Apr 2 |
| Easter weekend | Apr 3 - 6 | |
| Autumn holidays | Apr 6 - 13 | |
| Term 2 starts | Apr 14 | |
| ANZAC Day | Apr 25 | |
| May | May Day | May 4 |
| Jun |
King's Birthday | Jun 8 |
| Term 2 finishes | Jun 19 | |
| Winter holidays | Jun 22 - Jul 13 | |
| Jul | Term 3 starts | Jul 14 |
| Aug | Picnic Day | Aug 3 |
| Sept | Term 3 finishes | Sep 18 |
| Spring holidays | Sep 21 - Oct 5 | |
| Oct | Term 4 starts | Oct 6 |
| Dec | Term 4 finishes | Dec 10 |
| Summer holidays | Dec 11 | |
| Christmas Day | Dec 25 | |
| Boxing Day | Dec 26 |
Check the dates of the rest of Australia's States and Territories here.
Free 2026 School Holiday Calendar
