Tuesday 26th January 2027 | Melbourne

Australia's official national day has long been a difficult symbol for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who see it as a day of sorrow and mourning.

Public Holiday: Tuesday 26th January 2027

National BBQ Day
Australia Day - Tuesday 26th January 2027
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Australia Day is the official national day of Australia. Observed annually on 26 January, it marks the anniversary of the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson in New South Wales, and the...

Australia Day | Official Flag Raising Ceremony
--> Melbourne Town Hall Melbourne
The Official Australia Day Flag Raising Ceremony is hosted by the Governor of Victoria and attended by the Premier and other dignitaries. The ceremony features: Tri-Service Guard Australia Day...

Australia Day 2027 @ Fed Square
--> Fed Square Melbourne
Enjoy a day of free family-friendly activities, food and music at Fed Square this Australia Day. Victorians are invited to Fed Square to enjoy free food, activities and live music this Australia...

Australia Day 2027: 21 Gun Salute at the Shrine of Remembrance
--> Shrine of Remembrance Melbourne
26 January is a time to Reflect, Respect and Celebrate. On Australia Day Victorians are invited to witness a 21-gun salute by the Royal Australian Artillery at the Lower Forecourt of the Shrine...

Festival of Sails 2027
--> Royal Geelong Yacht Club Geelong
The Festival of Sails, Geelong's ultimate 3-day festival, returns bigger and better on the January long weekend! Get ready to Experience It All - world-class sailing, live music, delicious food,...

Government House Open Day 2026 - Australia Day
--> Government House Drive Melbourne
Government House hosts an Open Day on Australia Day (26 January) each year. Government House Victoria invites you to visit on the annual open day, presenting a diverse program of entertainment...

Hanging Rock Cup 2027
--> Kyneton and Hanging Rock Racing Club, South Rock Road Newham
Kyneton & Hanging Rock Racing Club Tuesday 26th January 2027 Gates open at 11:00 Racing. The way it's meant to be! Our racing is that bit more relaxed, more fun, and more connected. Come...

Invasion Day Rally | Melbourne 2027
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Naarm Invasion Day Protest When: 26 January 2027, 10am - 2pm Where: Parliament House of Victoria, Spring St Melbourne, Wurundjeri and Boon Warring Lands 89 Years Strong The first documented...

May 8 - MATE | New Australia Day
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While the 1st January is the most popular choice for a new Australia Day, many Aussies like the 8th of May but said the American way.. May 8. Why May 8 ? because it sounds like MAAAATE There...

National BBQ Day 2027
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Australia Day (26th January) is Australia's national BBQ Day. A day for BBQs, from community events to family gatherings, featuring multicultural foods alongside the classic snag (sausage). In...

Share The Spirit 2027
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Tuesday 26th January 2027 @ Treasury Gardens Join a beautiful celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture. Enjoy live First Nations music and family activities. The Share the...