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Canberra Day
A public holiday in the Australian Capital Territory on the second Monday in March, celebrating the city of Canberra.
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OrganiserACT Government
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
Canberra Day is an ACT public holiday held on the second Monday in March. It fell on 9 March in 2026 and falls on 8 March in 2027.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 8 March 2027 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2028 | Monday 13 March 2028 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
| 2029 | Monday 12 March 2029 | Australia | Set by a fixed rule |
Where this information comes from
- ACT Government: Public holidays, school terms and daylight savings
- Fair Work Ombudsman: 2027 public holidays
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