Like other regions in Australia, the Northern Territory (NT) observes a set of public holidays that are recognized throughout the territory. Here’s what you need to know about the NT’s public holidays for the years 2025.
The Northern Territory does not observe Daylight Savings Time.
Keep these dates and arrangements in mind, ensuring you’re always on local time and aware of the region’s public holidays.
State Wide NT Public Holidays
| Holiday | Date in 2025 |
| New Year’s Day | Wednesday 1 January |
| Australia Day | Monday 27 January |
| Good Friday | Friday 18 April |
| Easter Saturday | Saturday 19 April |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday 20 April |
| Easter Monday | Monday 21 April |
| ANZAC Day | Friday 25 April |
| May Day | Monday 5 May |
| June public holiday (King’s Birthday) | Monday 12 June |
| Picnic Day | Monday 4 August |
| Christmas Eve | Wenesday 24 December (7pm – Midnight) |
| Christmas Day | Thursday 25 December |
| Boxing Day | Friday 26 December |
| New Years Eve | Wednesday 31 December (7pm – Midnight) |
Regional NT Public Holidays
| Holiday | Date in 2025 |
| Alice Springs Show Day | Friday 4 July |
| Tennant Creek Show Day | Friday 11 July |
| Katherine Show Day | Friday 18 July |
| Darwin Show Day | Friday 25 July |
| Borroloola Show Day | Not yet confirmed |
NT public holidays are administered by the Department of the Chief Minister and Cabinet.
The information provided above regarding the NT’s public holidays is sourced from the official NT Government website at:
https://nt.gov.au/nt-public-holidays
