AFL Grand Final Friday
A Victorian public holiday on the Friday before the AFL Grand Final, usually the last Friday in September. The 2027 date depends on the AFL schedule.
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OrganiserVictorian Government
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
The Friday before the AFL Grand Final is a Victorian public holiday. The date is set once the AFL fixture is known, and fell on 25 September in 2026. The Victorian Government says it usually falls on the last Friday in September.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Friday 24 September 2027 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | Friday 29 September 2028 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | Friday 28 September 2029 | Australia | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
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