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Public Holiday Regional: AU-ACT, AU-NSW, AU-NT, AU-QLD, AU-SA, AU-VIC

Easter Saturday

Saturday, April 15, 2028
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🏪 What's open

  • Banks Closed
  • Government offices Closed
  • Schools Closed
  • Shops Varies
  • Restaurants Reduced
  • Public transit Reduced
  • Stock market Closed
  • Post office Mostly closed

📣 Traveler notes

Australia is a diverse continent and country, featuring natural landscapes ranging from beaches to deserts, alongside highly developed urban centers like Sydney. It has an ancient Indigenous history (over 65,000 years) and is generally cosmopolitan.

  • Major national holidays include New Year's Day (Jan 1) and Australia Day (Jan 26).
  • The four-day Easter weekend (Good Friday to Easter Monday) is a peak travel period; bookings must be made far in advance.
  • The country is generally secular, requiring sensitive handling of public religious displays.
  • Treat commemorations like ANZAC Day (April 25th) with considerable respect.
  • Expect highly urbanized and cosmopolitan environments, with vast natural areas surrounding them.
  • Be mindful that many Australians appreciate recognition of their distinct national identity.

About this holiday

Easter Saturday is the day before the Second Sunday of Easter. Its significance varies by Christian tradition, and it is generally not observed as a major public holiday.