Term 1
–
60 days
Continuing students Mon 2 Feb; new students Fri 30 Jan.
Australian Capital Territory School Holidays 2026
ACT public schools run four terms in 2026. Continuing students typically start Term 1 on 2 February; Term 4 ends 18 December.
Source: ACT GovernmentLast verified
Next Australian Capital Territory school holiday
49 days away
The next 2026 school holiday is Summer Holidays, from 19 Dec 2026 to 1 Feb 2027 — 49 days away.
2026 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Start | End | Duration18 days |
| Winter Holidays | Start | End | Duration17 days |
| Spring Holidays | Start | End | Duration17 days |
| Summer Holidays | Start | End | Duration45 days |
2026 school term dates
Term 2
–
74 days
Term 3
–
67 days
Term 4
–
67 days
School holiday periods
Autumn Holidays school holidays 2026
Autumn Holidays runs from 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) – 20 Apr 2026 (Mon) (18 days inclusive). The Autumn Holidays end on 20 Apr 2026 (Mon). Term 2 begins and schools reopen on 21 Apr 2026 (Tue).
Winter Holidays school holidays 2026
Winter Holidays runs from 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 20 Jul 2026 (Mon) (17 days inclusive). The Winter Holidays end on 20 Jul 2026 (Mon). Term 3 begins and schools reopen on 21 Jul 2026 (Tue).
Spring Holidays school holidays 2026
Spring Holidays runs from 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) (17 days inclusive). The Spring Holidays end on 12 Oct 2026 (Mon). Term 4 begins and schools reopen on 13 Oct 2026 (Tue).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2026
Summer Holidays runs from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 1 Feb 2027 (Mon) (45 days inclusive).
Australian Capital Territory school start and reopening dates in 2026
- School year starts
- After the Autumn Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 2 begins)
- After the Winter Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 3 begins)
- After the Spring Holidays
- Schools reopen (Term 4 begins)
- School year ends
Planning a trip during the Summer holidays?
You have 45 days to work with. Here are a few family-friendly destinations that fit comfortably into this school break.
Bali
Indonesia
Great for 6-8 days
Bali is a good fit for this 45-day break because a 6-8 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers beaches and time outdoors.
- Beach
- Nature
- Family
Explore BaliBangkok
Thailand
Great for 4-5 days
Bangkok is a good fit for this 45-day break because a 4-5 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers city sights and food.
- City
- Culture
- Food
Explore BangkokTokyo
Japan
Great for 7-9 days
Tokyo is a good fit for this 45-day break because a 7-9 day trip fits within the available dates and it offers theme parks and city sights.
- Theme parks
- City
- Family
Explore Tokyo
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FAQ
When are the Autumn Holidays in Australian Capital Territory 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from Friday, 3 April 2026 to Monday, 20 April 2026 (18 days).
When are the Autumn Holidays school holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) to 20 Apr 2026 (Mon) (18 days inclusive).
When are the Winter Holidays in Australian Capital Territory 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from Saturday, 4 July 2026 to Monday, 20 July 2026 (17 days).
When are the Winter Holidays school holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) to 20 Jul 2026 (Mon) (17 days inclusive).
When are the Spring Holidays in Australian Capital Territory 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from Saturday, 26 September 2026 to Monday, 12 October 2026 (17 days).
When are the Spring Holidays school holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) to 12 Oct 2026 (Mon) (17 days inclusive).
When are the Summer Holidays in Australian Capital Territory 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Monday, 1 February 2027 (45 days).
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) to 1 Feb 2027 (Mon) (45 days inclusive).
When do schools reopen after Autumn Holidays in Australian Capital Territory?
Schools reopen on 21 Apr 2026 (Tue) for the start of Term 2.
When does Term 1 start in Australian Capital Territory 2026?
Term 1 runs from Monday, 2 February 2026 to Thursday, 2 April 2026 (60 days). Continuing students Mon 2 Feb; new students Fri 30 Jan.
When do schools reopen after Winter Holidays in Australian Capital Territory?
Schools reopen on 21 Jul 2026 (Tue) for the start of Term 3.
When does the 2026 Australian Capital Territory school year end?
Term 4 ends on Friday, 18 December 2026. Summer holidays follow until Term 1 the next year.
When do schools reopen after Spring Holidays in Australian Capital Territory?
Schools reopen on 13 Oct 2026 (Tue) for the start of Term 4.
When does Term 1 start in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
Term 1 runs from 2 Feb 2026 (Mon) to 2 Apr 2026 (Thu).
When does Term 2 start in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
Term 2 runs from 21 Apr 2026 (Tue) to 3 Jul 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 3 start in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
Term 3 runs from 21 Jul 2026 (Tue) to 25 Sept 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 4 start in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
Term 4 runs from 13 Oct 2026 (Tue) to 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
When does the 2026 school year start in Australian Capital Territory?
The 2026 school year starts on 2 Feb 2026 (Mon).
When does school end in Australian Capital Territory in 2026?
The 2026 school year ends on 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
What is the next school holiday in Australian Capital Territory?
The next school holiday is Summer Holidays, starting 19 Dec 2026 (Sat). See the Summer Holidays section (#summer-holidays-school-holidays) for full dates.
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- School days
- 268
- Holiday days
- 97
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 45d
- Shortest break
- 17d
- Avg break
- 24.3d
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School terms: Term 1, 2 Feb 2026 (Mon) – 2 Apr 2026 (Thu); Term 2, 21 Apr 2026 (Tue) – 3 Jul 2026 (Fri); Term 3, 21 Jul 2026 (Tue) – 25 Sept 2026 (Fri); Term 4, 13 Oct 2026 (Tue) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Autumn Holidays, 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) – 20 Apr 2026 (Mon); Winter Holidays, 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 20 Jul 2026 (Mon); Spring Holidays, 26 Sept 2026 (Sat) – 12 Oct 2026 (Mon); Summer Holidays, 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 1 Feb 2027 (Mon)
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