QLD Public School Holidays
The QLD school holidays are a delightful time of year, and Schools Finders provides a calendar of all 2026 school holidays and term dates for Queensland. These dates are unlikely to be modified by the state education department, so check back regularly for updates. The list of Australian school holidays 2026 provides a convenient guide for planning your next trip. We are ready to assist you in planning your 2026 school year, particularly if you plan to travel to Queensland for a holiday.
Queensland School Terms and Holidays 2026 Overview
Queensland’s school year is divided into four terms, each with a designated break for students to rest, recharge, and engage in extracurricular activities.
QLD School Holidays 2026
| Term | Dates |
|---|---|
| Term 1 School Holidays | Friday 3 April to Sunday 19 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Saturday 27 June to Sunday 12 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Saturday 19 September to Monday 5 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays | Saturday 12 December to Tuesday 26 January 2027 |
QLD 2026 School Term Dates
| Term | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday 27 January to Thursday 2 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 20 April to Friday 26 June |
| Term 3 | Monday 13 July to Friday 18 September |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 6 October to Friday 11 December |
QLD Public Holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year's Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
| Saturday before Easter Sunday | Saturday 4 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| Labour Day | Monday 4 May |
| Royal Queensland Show (Brisbane only) | Wednesday 12 August |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 5 October |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December |
Queensland School Calendar 2026
| Day | Date | Event |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday | 1 January | New Year's Day |
| Monday | 26 January | Australia Day |
| Tuesday | 27 January | Term 1 starts |
| Thursday | 2 April | Term 1 ends |
| Friday | 3 April | Term 1 school holidays start |
| Friday | 3 April | Good Friday |
| Saturday | 4 April | Saturday before Easter Sunday |
| Sunday | 5 April | Easter Sunday |
| Monday | 6 April | Easter Monday |
| Friday | 17 April | Term 1 school holidays end |
| Monday | 20 April | Term 2 starts |
| Saturday | 25 April | ANZAC Day |
| Monday | 4 May | Labour Day |
| Friday | 26 June | Term 2 ends |
| Monday | 29 June | Term 2 school holidays start |
| Friday | 10 July | Term 2 school holidays end |
| Monday | 13 July | Term 3 starts |
| Wednesday | 12 August | Royal Queensland Show |
| Friday | 18 September | Term 3 ends |
| Monday | 21 September | Term 3 school holidays start |
| Monday | 5 October | King’s Birthday |
| Monday | 5 October | Term 3 school holidays end |
| Tuesday | 6 October | Term 4 starts |
| Friday | 11 December | Term 4 ends |
| Monday | 14 December | Term 4 summer school holidays start |
| Thursday | 24 December | Christmas Eve – part-day holiday |
| Friday | 25 December | Christmas Day |
| Saturday | 26 December | Boxing Day |
| Monday | 28 December | Boxing Day |
*Please note all public holiday dates are accurate at the time of publishing, but may be subject to change. Reference
Check the dates of the rest of Australia’s States and Territories here.
FAQ For Queensland School Holidays
When are school holidays in Queensland in 2026?
Queensland school holidays in 2026 are from 3 April to 17 April, 29 June to 10 July, and 21 September to 5 October. The end of year holidays begin on 14 December.
When does term 1 start and finish in Queensland?
The term 1 school dates are from 27 January to 2 April 2026.
When does term 2 start and finish in Queensland?
The term 2 school dates are from 20 April to 26 June 2026.
When does term 3 start and finish in Queensland?
The term 3 school dates are from 13 July to 18 September 2026.
When does term 4 start and finish in Queensland?
The term 4 school dates are from 6 October to 11 December 2026.