Here is the complete holiday chart for Tasmania school holidays for 2026. I’ve used the official dates from the Tasmanian Department for Education, Children and Young People.
Tasmania School Holidays 2026
| Term | Term Dates | School Holidays |
| Term 1 | 5 February – 17 April | 18 April – 3 May |
| Term 2 | 4 May – 10 July | 11 July – 26 July |
| Term 3 | 27 July – 2 October | 3 October – 18 October |
| Term 4 | 19 October – 18 December | 19 December 2026 – January 2027* |
*Tasmanian schools return in early February 2027. The department confirms the exact date closer to the time.
I find Tasmania’s calendar easy to plan around because the breaks fall neatly between terms. We love using the winter break for a cosy Hobart getaway.
Tasmania Public Holidays 2026
On top of school holidays, Tasmania has these public holidays in 2026:
| Public Holiday | Date | Day |
| New Year’s Day | 1 January 2026 | Thursday |
| Australia Day | 26 January 2026 | Monday |
| Eight Hours Day | 9 March 2026 | Monday |
| Good Friday | 3 April 2026 | Friday |
| Easter Monday | 6 April 2026 | Monday |
| Anzac Day | 25 April 2026 | Saturday |
| King’s Birthday | 8 June 2026 | Monday |
| Christmas Day | 25 December 2026 | Friday |
| Boxing Day | 26 December 2026 | Saturday |
FAQs
1. How long are the summer school holidays in Tasmania?
They run for about six weeks, from Saturday, 19 December 2026 into early February 2027.
2. When do the Term 1 holidays start in 2026?
Term 1 holidays run from Saturday, 18 April to Sunday, 3 May 2026.
3. Do Catholic or private school dates differ from government school dates?
Yes, Catholic and independent schools may have slightly different term dates. It’s best to check directly with your local school. For more holiday ideas, visit Australia City Guide.
Keep exploring: ACT school holidays 2026, Victoria school holidays 2026, Queensland school holidays 2026, Perth school holidays 2026, Melbourne school holidays 2026
