Term 1
–
72 days
Tasmania School Holidays 2026: Term Dates
Tasmanian government schools run four terms in 2026, with Term 1 starting 5 February and Term 4 ending 18 December.
Source: Department for Education, Children and Young People TasmaniaLast verified
Next Tasmania school holiday
49 days away
The next 2026 school holiday is Summer Holidays, from 19 Dec 2026 to 3 Feb 2027 — 49 days away.
2026 school holiday dates
| Holiday | Start | End | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Winter Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Spring Holidays | Start | End | Duration16 days |
| Summer Holidays Students return Thursday 4 February 2027. | Start | End | Duration47 days |
2026 school term dates
Term 2
–
68 days
Term 3
–
68 days
Term 4
–
61 days
School holiday periods
Autumn Holidays school holidays 2026
Autumn Holidays runs from 18 Apr 2026 (Sat) – 3 May 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Autumn Holidays end on 3 May 2026 (Sun). Term 2 begins and schools reopen on 4 May 2026 (Mon).
Winter Holidays school holidays 2026
Winter Holidays runs from 11 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 26 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Winter Holidays end on 26 Jul 2026 (Sun). Term 3 begins and schools reopen on 27 Jul 2026 (Mon).
Spring Holidays school holidays 2026
Spring Holidays runs from 3 Oct 2026 (Sat) – 18 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive). The Spring Holidays end on 18 Oct 2026 (Sun). Term 4 begins and schools reopen on 19 Oct 2026 (Mon).
Summer Holidays school holidays 2026
Summer Holidays runs from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 3 Feb 2027 (Wed) (47 days inclusive).
Tasmania 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 47 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 47-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 47-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 47-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 Tasmania 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from Saturday, 18 April 2026 to Sunday, 3 May 2026 (16 days).
When are the Autumn Holidays school holidays in Tasmania in 2026?
The Autumn Holidays run from 18 Apr 2026 (Sat) to 3 May 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Winter Holidays in Tasmania 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from Saturday, 11 July 2026 to Sunday, 26 July 2026 (16 days).
When are the Winter Holidays school holidays in Tasmania in 2026?
The Winter Holidays run from 11 Jul 2026 (Sat) to 26 Jul 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Spring Holidays in Tasmania 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from Saturday, 3 October 2026 to Sunday, 18 October 2026 (16 days).
When are the Spring Holidays school holidays in Tasmania in 2026?
The Spring Holidays run from 3 Oct 2026 (Sat) to 18 Oct 2026 (Sun) (16 days inclusive).
When are the Summer Holidays in Tasmania 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Wednesday, 3 February 2027 (47 days). Students return Thursday 4 February 2027.
When are the Summer Holidays school holidays in Tasmania in 2026?
The Summer Holidays run from 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) to 3 Feb 2027 (Wed) (47 days inclusive).
When do schools reopen after Autumn Holidays in Tasmania?
Schools reopen on 4 May 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 2.
When does Term 1 start in Tasmania 2026?
Term 1 runs from Thursday, 5 February 2026 to Friday, 17 April 2026 (72 days).
When do schools reopen after Winter Holidays in Tasmania?
Schools reopen on 27 Jul 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 3.
When does the 2026 Tasmania 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 Tasmania?
Schools reopen on 19 Oct 2026 (Mon) for the start of Term 4.
When does Term 1 start in Tasmania in 2026?
Term 1 runs from 5 Feb 2026 (Thu) to 17 Apr 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 2 start in Tasmania in 2026?
Term 2 runs from 4 May 2026 (Mon) to 10 Jul 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 3 start in Tasmania in 2026?
Term 3 runs from 27 Jul 2026 (Mon) to 2 Oct 2026 (Fri).
When does Term 4 start in Tasmania in 2026?
Term 4 runs from 19 Oct 2026 (Mon) to 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
When does the 2026 school year start in Tasmania?
The 2026 school year starts on 5 Feb 2026 (Thu).
When does school end in Tasmania in 2026?
The 2026 school year ends on 18 Dec 2026 (Fri).
What is the next school holiday in Tasmania?
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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Statistics
- School days
- 269
- Holiday days
- 95
- Terms
- 4
- Longest break
- 47d
- Shortest break
- 16d
- Avg break
- 23.8d
Summer Holidays
Autumn Holidays
Timeline
Sky bars show school terms, and amber bars show school breaks across 2026.
School terms: Term 1, 5 Feb 2026 (Thu) – 17 Apr 2026 (Fri); Term 2, 4 May 2026 (Mon) – 10 Jul 2026 (Fri); Term 3, 27 Jul 2026 (Mon) – 2 Oct 2026 (Fri); Term 4, 19 Oct 2026 (Mon) – 18 Dec 2026 (Fri). School breaks: Autumn Holidays, 18 Apr 2026 (Sat) – 3 May 2026 (Sun); Winter Holidays, 11 Jul 2026 (Sat) – 26 Jul 2026 (Sun); Spring Holidays, 3 Oct 2026 (Sat) – 18 Oct 2026 (Sun); Summer Holidays, 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) – 3 Feb 2027 (Wed)
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