Northern Territory Picnic Day in Australia
In 2026, Northern Territory Picnic Day falls on Monday, 3 August 2026.
About Northern Territory Picnic Day
Picnic Day is a public holiday celebrated in the Northern Territory on the first Monday of August. It originates from the late 19th century when railway workers were granted a day off to enjoy a picnic in the countryside. Today, it is widely observed by locals who use the long weekend for outdoor social gatherings, camping, and community events.
Northern Territory Picnic Day dates in Australia
Observance dates for Northern Territory Picnic Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 Aug 2023 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2024 | 5 Aug 2024 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2025 | 4 Aug 2025 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2026This year | 3 Aug 2026 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2027 | 2 Aug 2027 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2028 | 7 Aug 2028 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2029 | 6 Aug 2029 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2030 | 5 Aug 2030 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
| 2031 | 4 Aug 2031 | Monday | Northern Territory Picnic Day |
7 Aug 2023
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
5 Aug 2024
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
4 Aug 2025
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
3 Aug 2026
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
2 Aug 2027
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
7 Aug 2028
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
6 Aug 2029
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
5 Aug 2030
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
4 Aug 2031
Monday · Northern Territory Picnic Day
