QLD Public School Holidays and Term Dates 2026
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School Holidays and Term Dates 2026
Looking for the official QLD school holiday dates? This page lists the key term dates and school holiday breaks for Queensland, helping you plan ahead for the year.
These dates are set by the QLD 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.
Download your free calendar for the full list of QLD school term dates and holiday periods for 2026.
| Event | Dates | |
| Jan | New Year's Day holiday | Jan 1 |
| Term 1 starts | Jan 27 | |
| Australia Day | Jan 26 | |
| Apr | Term 1 finishes | Apr 2 |
| Easter weekend | Apr 3 - 6 | |
| Autumn holidays | Apr 6 - 17 | |
| Term 2 starts | Apr 20 | |
| ANZAC Day | Apr 25 | |
| May |
Labour Day | May 4 |
| Jun |
Term 2 ends | Jun 26 |
| Winter holidays | Jun 29 - Jul10 | |
| Jul | Term 3 starts | Jul 13 |
| Aug | Ekka Wednesday (Brisbane only) |
Aug 12 |
| Sept | Term 3 finishes | Sept 18 |
| Spring holidays | Sept 21 - Oct 2 | |
| Oct | King's birthday | Oct 5 |
| Term 4 starts | Oct 6 | |
| Dec | Term 4 finishes | 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
