It pays to book ahead
Disruptions, delays and limited availability can all impact your travel plans during peak periods. To reduce the risk of last-minute issues, it pays to be organised.
As soon as you know you may need to travel, we recommend getting in touch with your Orbit consultant so arrangements can begin early. Booking ahead can help secure better flight options, preferred accommodation and more flexibility if plans need to change.
NATIONAL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
- Thursday, 1 January: New Year’s Day
- Monday, 26 January: Australia Day
- Friday, 3 April: Good Friday
- Saturday, 4 April: Easter Saturday
- Sunday, 5 April: Easter Sunday
- Monday, 6 April: Easter Monday
- Saturday, 25 April: Anzac Day
- Friday, 25 December: Christmas Day
- Saturday, 26 December: Boxing Day
- Monday, 28 December: Boxing Day observed
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS
Term 1
- Australian Capital Territory: 3 April to 20 April
- New South Wales: 7 April to 17 April
- Northern Territory: 3 April to 13 April
- Queensland: 3 April to 19 April
- South Australia: 11 April to 26 April
- Tasmania: 18 April to 3 May
- Victoria: 3 April to 19 April
- Western Australia: 3 April to 19 April
Term 2
- Australian Capital Territory: 4 July to 20 July
- New South Wales: 6 July to 17 July
- Northern Territory: 20 June to 13 July
- Queensland: 27 June to 12 July
- South Australia: 4 July to 19 July
- Tasmania: 11 July to 26 July
- Victoria: 27 June to 12 July
- Western Australia: 4 July to 19 July
Term 3
- Australian Capital Territory: 26 September to 12 October
- New South Wales: 28 September to 9 October
- Northern Territory: 19 September to 5 October
- Queensland: 19 September to 5 October
- South Australia: 26 September to 11 October
- Tasmania: 3 October to 18 October
- Victoria: 19 September to 4 October
- Western Australia: 26 September to 11 October
Term 4 School Holidays 2026 – 2027
- Australian Capital Territory: 19 December 2026 to 1 February 2027
- New South Wales: 18 December 2026 to 3 February 2027
- Northern Territory: 11 December 2026 to 26 January 2027
- Queensland: 12 December 2026 to 26 January 2027
- South Australia: 12 December 2026 to 26 January 2027
- Tasmania: 19 December 2026 to 3 February 2027
- Victoria: 19 December 2026 to 26 January 2027
- Western Australia: 18 December 2026 to 31 January 2027
NSW MAJOR EVENTS
- February 13 – March 6: Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras
- March 1-21: AFC Women’s Asian Cup
- May 22 – June 13: Vivid Sydney
- Wednesday, 27 May: State of Origin
- Tuesday, 28 July: Chelsea vs Western Sydney Wanderers Accor Stadium
- Wednesday, 29 July: Tottenham vs FC Sydney Allianz Stadium
- Saturday, 1 August: Tottenham vs Chelsea Accor Stadium
- Sunday, 9 August: City2Surf
- August 11–13: Gaming Expo
- August 28–30: Sydney Marathon
- Saturday, 3 October: NRL Grand Final
- October 9-12: REPCO Bathurst 1000
- October 15 Oct & 8 November: Rugby League World Cup
- Tuesday, 10 November: Foo Fighters Stadium Concert
- December 12–13: Harry Styles Stadium Concerts
- Monday, 14 December: Guns N’ Roses
QLD MAJOR EVENTS
- March 1-21: AFC Women’s Asian Cup
- March 21 – 19: Surf Life Saving Champs Gold Coast
- May 14 – 17: NRL Magic Round Suncorp Stadium
- June 11 – 14: Noosa Food and Wine Festival
- Wednesday, 12 August: Royal Queensland Show
- September 4 – 26: Brisbane Festival
- September 11 – 20: Swell Sculpture Festival Gold Coast
VIC MAJOR EVENTS
- January 12 – February 1: Australian Open
- Monday 16 March: Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix
- March 20-29: Melbourne Food and Wine Festival
- April: Rip Curl Pro Bells Beach
- Sunday 26 April: AFL ANZAC Match MCG
- Friday before AFL Grand Final: Subject to AFL schedule
- Tuesday, 3 November: Melbourne Cup Day
ACT MAJOR EVENTS
- Friday, 6 March: Lights! Canberra! Action!
- Monday, 9 March: Canberra Day
- March 14-22: Canberra Balloon Spectacular
- Monday, 1 June: Reconciliation Day
- September 12 – October 11: Floriade
TAS MAJOR EVENTS
- Wednesday, 7 January: Devonport Cup
- Monday, 1 February: Royal Hobart Regatta
- Wednesday, 25 February: Launceston Cup
- Tuesday, 3 March: King Island Show
- Monday, 9 March: Eight Hours Day
- Friday, 8 May: AGFEST
- June 13-22: Dark Mofo Hobart
- Friday, 2 October: Burnie Show
- Thursday, 8 October: Royal Launceston Show
- Friday, 16 October: Flinders Island Show
- Thursday, 22 October: Royal Hobart Show
- Monday, 2 November: Recreation Day
- Friday, 27 November: Devonport Show
SA MAJOR EVENTS
- February 12-15: LIV Golf Adelaide
- February 20 – March 22: Adelaide Fringe Festival
- Monday, 9 March: Adelaide Cup Day
- April 9 – 26: AFL Gather Round
- November 26-29: BP Adelaide Grand Final
WA MAJOR EVENTS
- March 1-21: AFC Women’s Asian Cup
- April 16 – 26: Margaret River Pro
- May 25–27: WA Tourism Conference, Carnarvon
- Monday, 1 June: Western Australia Day
- July 31 – August 2: Perth Super 440
- November: Pair’d Margaret River
NT MAJOR EVENTS
- Monday, 4 May: May Day
- Friday, 3 July: Alice Springs Show Day
- Friday, 10 July: Tennant Creek Show Day
- Friday, 17 July: Katherine Show Day
- Friday, 24 July: Darwin Show Day
- Monday, 3 August: Picnic Day
- Friday, 21 August: Borroloola Show Day
CONTACT
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Speak with your Orbit consultant today to secure the best options for your upcoming travel.
