Quick answer
4 of 8 states and territories have a confirmed long weekend in October 2027. NSW, SA and ACT: Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 (Labour Day). QLD: Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 (King's Birthday). Victoria is expected to have a long weekend too, Fri 1 Oct – Sun 3 Oct (with AFL Grand Final Friday), but that date is not yet confirmed. No statewide long weekend in October: WA, TAS and NT.
Which states have an October long weekend in 2027?
In October, Labour Day or the King's Birthday falls on Monday 4 October 2027 in some states.
| State | Dates | Days | Public holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 | 3 | Labour Day |
| Queensland | Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 | 3 | King's Birthday |
| South Australia | Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 | 3 | Labour Day |
| Australian Capital Territory | Sat 2 Oct – Mon 4 Oct 2027 | 3 | Labour Day |
When is the King's Birthday in each state?
- Mon 14 Jun 2027: NSW, VIC, SA, TAS, ACT and NT
- Mon 27 Sep 2027: WA
- Mon 4 Oct 2027: QLD
What if my state has no October long weekend?
Statewide long weekends are not in Victoria, Western Australia, Tasmania and Northern Territory in October 2027. Check all long weekends for 2027 for the next one.
Frequently asked questions
Is the October long weekend the same date in every state?
No. VIC, WA, TAS and NT have none in October, and the public holiday behind it differs by state.
How can I stretch the October long weekend?
See the leave tips for your state on the long weekends page.
More dates
All long weekends 2027 · Public holidays 2027 · School holidays 2027
See also: Labour Day dates by state and when daylight saving starts.