Picnic Day 2026 — Northern Territory, Australia
3 August 2026 · Monday
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What is Picnic Day?
Picnic Day is a Northern Territory public holiday. Its date is published by the NT Government and the event does not apply Australia-wide.
The covered annual calendars place Picnic Day on an August Monday. The exact date is retained as official NT data rather than copied from a generic Monday formula.
It is distinct from the NT regional show days, which apply only within named local areas.
- Applies in:
- state/territory (Northern Territory)
Dates in other years
| Year | Weekday | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Monday | 4 August 2025 | Fixed |
| 2026 | Monday | 3 August 2026 | Fixed |
| 2027 | Monday | 2 August 2027 | Fixed |
Frequently asked questions
- When is Picnic Day 2026?
- In 2026, Picnic Day falls on 3 August 2026 (Monday).
- Where is Picnic Day observed?
- The Northern Territory.
- Is it limited to one NT town?
- No. It is an NT public holiday, unlike the separately listed regional show days.
Official sources
Verified by the Calendana editorial team · Last updated: 17 June 2026