Australian Date Calculators
Friday 1 January 2027. Live countdown to the new year, public holiday info, and key dates.
New Year's Day 2027 falls on a Friday, creating a long weekend:
| Date | Day | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Dec 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Eve (not a public holiday) |
| 1 Jan 2027 | Friday | New Year's Day (Public Holiday) |
| 2 Jan 2027 | Saturday | Weekend |
| 3 Jan 2027 | Sunday | Weekend |
Many Australians take the Thursday off as well to create a 4-day weekend combined with the previous Christmas break.
| Year | New Year's Day | Day of Week |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1 January | Friday |
| 2028 | 1 January | Saturday |
| 2029 | 1 January | Monday |
| 2030 | 1 January | Tuesday |
| 2031 | 1 January | Wednesday |
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Open Date CalculatorWhen is New Year's Day 2027?
New Year's Day 2027 is on Friday 1 January 2027.
Is New Year's Day a public holiday?
Yes. New Year's Day (1 January) is a national public holiday in every Australian state and territory.
When is New Year's Eve 2026?
New Year's Eve 2026 is on Thursday 31 December 2026. New Year's Eve is not a public holiday, but many workers have the day off or finish early.