The Tasmania school holidays dates for 2025
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Planning a holiday? Booking a camp? Wondering when the next break is so you can finally sleep past 7am? We’ve got you.
Here’s your easy, scroll-and-go guide to all the key school holidays and public holidays across Tasmania in 2025 — plus a look ahead to 2026 (because life moves fast when you’ve got little ones).
TAS school holidays 2025: Complete calendar
| Holiday Period | Dates |
| Term 1 Holidays (Autumn) | Saturday 12 April – Sunday 27 April 2025 |
| Term 2 Holidays (Winter) | Saturday 5 July – Sunday 20 July 2025 |
| Term 3 Holidays (Spring) | Saturday 27 September – Sunday 12 October 2025 |
| Term 4 Holidays (Summer) | Friday 19 December 2025 – (TBC, early Feb 2026) |
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Tasmania school term dates 2025
| Term Period | Dates |
| Term 1 | Wednesday 5 February – Friday 11 April 2025 |
| Term 2 | Monday 28 April – Friday 4 July 2025 |
| Term 3 | Monday 21 July – Friday 26 September 2025 |
| Term 4 | Monday 13 October – Friday 19 December 2025 |
TAS public holidays 2025
Statewide public holidays
| Holiday | Date |
| New Year’s Day | Wednesday 1 January 2025 |
| Australia Day (observed) | Monday 27 January 2025 |
| Eight Hours Day | Monday 10 March 2025 |
| Good Friday | Friday 18 April 2025 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 21 April 2025 |
| Easter Tuesday (public service only) | Tuesday 22 April 2025 |
| ANZAC Day | Friday 25 April 2025 |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 9 June 2025 |
| Christmas Day | Thursday 25 December 2025 |
| Boxing Day | Friday 26 December 2025 |
Regional public holidays
| Holiday | Date (2025) | Regions / Notes |
| Devonport Cup | Wednesday 8 January | Half-day holiday in Devonport, Latrobe, Kentish, City of Burnie, Waratah/Wynyard, Circular Head, Central Coast and West Coast. Generally for the Tasmanian State Service. |
| Royal Hobart Regatta | Monday 10 February | Observed south of and including Oatlands and Swansea. Excludes Bronte Park, Catagunya, Strathgordon, Tarraleah, Wayatinah and the West Coast. |
| Launceston Cup | Wednesday 26 February | Public holiday in Break O’Day, Dorset, George Town, parts of Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, Southern Midlands (north of but not including Oatlands), West Tamar. From 11am in Launceston City centre and specified suburbs. |
| King Island Show | Tuesday 4 March | King Island only. |
| Agfest | Friday 2 May | Circular Head only. |
| Burnie Show | Friday 3 October | Burnie, Waratah-Wynyard and West Coast. |
| Royal Launceston Show | Thursday 9 October | Break O’Day, Dorset, George Town, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, West Tamar. |
| Flinders Island Show | Friday 17 October | Flinders Island only. |
| Royal Hobart Show | Thursday 23 October | All areas south of and including Oatlands and Swansea, and Bronte Park, Strathgordon, Tarraleah and Wayatinah. Excludes West Coast. |
| Recreation Day | Monday 3 November | All parts of Tasmania that do not observe Royal Hobart Regatta. |
| Devonport Show | Friday 28 November | Devonport, Kentish and Latrobe |
Tasmania school holidays 2026: Plan ahead
| Holiday Period | Dates |
| Term 1 Holidays (Autumn) | Saturday 18 April – Sunday 3 May 2026 |
| Term 2 Holidays (Winter) | Saturday 11 July – Sunday 26 July 2026 |
| Term 3 Holidays (Spring) | Saturday 3 October – Sunday 18 October 2026 |
| Term 4 Holidays (Summer) | Saturday 19 December 2026 – (TBC, early Feb 2027) |
TAS public holidays 2025
Statewide public holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date |
| New Year’s Day | Thursday 1 January 2026 |
| Australia Day | Monday 26 January 2026 |
| Eight Hours Day | Monday 9 March 2026 |
| Good Friday | Friday 3 April 2026 |
| Easter Monday | Monday 6 April 2026 |
| Easter Tuesday (public service only) | Tuesday 7 April 2026 |
| ANZAC Day | Saturday 25 April 2026 |
| King’s Birthday | Monday 8 June 2026 |
| Christmas Day | Friday 25 December 2026 |
| Boxing Day (observed) | Monday 28 December 2026 |
Regional public holidays 2026
| Holiday | Date (2026) | Regions / Notes |
| Devonport Cup | Wednesday 7 January | Half-day holiday in Devonport, Latrobe, Kentish, City of Burnie, Waratah/Wynyard, Circular Head, Central Coast and West Coast. Generally for the Tasmanian State Service. |
| Royal Hobart Regatta | Monday 9 February | Observed south of and including Oatlands and Swansea. Excludes Bronte Park, Catagunya, Strathgordon, Tarraleah, Wayatinah and the West Coast. |
| Launceston Cup | Wednesday 25 February | Public holiday in Break O’Day, Dorset, George Town, parts of Glamorgan-Spring Bay, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, Southern Midlands (north of but not including Oatlands), West Tamar. From 11am in Launceston City centre and specified suburbs. |
| King Island Show | Tuesday 3 March | King Island only. |
| Agfest | Friday 8 May | Circular Head only. |
| Burnie Show | Friday 2 October | Burnie, Waratah-Wynyard and West Coast. |
| Royal Launceston Show | Thursday 8 October | Break O’Day, Dorset, George Town, Launceston, Meander Valley, Northern Midlands, West Tamar. |
| Flinders Island Show | Friday 16 October | Flinders Island only. |
| Royal Hobart Show | Thursday 22 October | All areas south of and including Oatlands and Swansea, and Bronte Park, Strathgordon, Tarraleah and Wayatinah. Excludes West Coast. |
| Recreation Day | Monday 2 November | All parts of Tasmania that do not observe Royal Hobart Regatta. |
| Devonport Show | Friday 27 November | Devonport, Kentish and Latrobe. |
Best family activities during Tasmania school holidays
Explore MONA or TMAG
ONA brings the quirky, the bold and the head-scratching in a way that draws in older kids and tweens. (They’ll be talking about the art all afternoon – trust us.) Meanwhile, TMAG (Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery) is a little more kid-friendly with interactive exhibits, hands-on learning zones and a great way to sneak in a bit of history without anyone realising they’re learning.
Take a nature walk
Breathe in that crisp Tassie air and head off for an outdoor adventure. Mt Field National Park offers stunning waterfalls and easy walks that even little legs can manage. Or make a day of it at Cradle Mountain with wombat sightings, alpine views, and the kind of quiet that only happens when everyone’s too busy looking at the scenery to squabble.
Visit local markets
Markets are parenting gold. The kids can nibble on local treats, listen to live music, or hunt for handmade treasures while you grab a coffee and actually enjoy it. Salamanca Market is buzzing with creativity and colour, while Harvest Launceston is full of fresh produce and friendly faces. It’s a great way to feel like a local – and pick up lunch while you’re at it.
Head to the beach
Tasmania’s beaches are the real deal. No crowds, no stress, just sand, salt, and space to roam. Coles Bay is postcard-worthy, Bicheno has those laid-back beach town vibes, and Kingston Beach is great for a quick dip followed by salty chips. Pack the towels, slap on the sunscreen, and let the kids run wild while you watch from your towel throne.
Join school holiday programs
You don’t need to plan every hour of the holidays – that’s what school holiday programs are for. Local libraries, councils and community centres often run craft sessions, sports days, coding clubs, and nature workshops – many of them free or low cost. It’s a win-win: they stay busy, you get a breather.
Wrapping it up
School holidays can be a juggle, but they’re also a chance to pause and soak up the moments that matter. Keep this guide handy, and you’ll be ready for whatever the year brings — tantrums, beach days and all.
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