SA School Terms and Holidays 2026 Overview
We are ready to assist you in planning your school year 2026, whether it’s an extended long holiday or a weekend getaway. During school holidays in Australia, local families often take vacations, making travel during this time busy. It’s essential to plan your trip carefully to know peak travel seasons for each state and territory. This page lists 2026 South Australia school holidays and term dates, with the state education department unlikely to modify these dates. Regular updates are encouraged.
SA School Holidays 2026
| Term | Date |
|---|---|
| Term 1 School Holidays | Saturday 11 April to Sunday 26 April |
| Term 2 School Holidays | Saturday 4 July to Sunday 19 July |
| Term 3 School Holidays | Saturday 26 September to Sunday 11 October |
| Term 4 School Holidays | Saturday 12 December to Monday 26 January 2027 |
South Australia Schools Term Dates 2026
| Term | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| Term 1 | Tuesday 27 January to Friday 10 April |
| Term 2 | Monday 27 April to Friday 3 July |
| Term 3 | Monday 20 July to Friday 25 September |
| Term 4 | Monday 12 October to Friday 11 December |
SA Public Holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date in 2026 |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January |
| Adelaide Cup Day | Monday 9 March 2026 |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday 3 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 5 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 8 June |
| Labour Day | Monday 5 October |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December / Monday 28 December |