Easter Monday

Easter Monday is a public holiday in Australia and will be observed on Monday, April 21st, 2025.

Easter Monday follows Easter Sunday, a Christian festival that, according to tradition, celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from death. According to the New Testament, this occurred on the third day of his burial in 30 AD.

The Easter long weekend in Australia will be celebrated with several public holidays, starting with Good Friday on the 18th of April, Easter Saturday on the 19th of April, Easter Sunday on the 20th of April and Easter Monday on the 21st of April. This creates a 4-day long weekend for Australians, meaning many families use this time to travel and spend time with their family and friends.

Sydneysiders traditionally celebrate the extended Easter Holiday by not eating meat on Good Friday (except fish) and giving chocolate eggs on Easter Sunday.

Even though many stores close on Easter Monday, most supermarkets and shopping centres are open for business. Movie theatres, restaurants, petrol stations and many attractions, including SEA Life Sydney Aquarium, Taronga Zoo and the Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb, remain open.

Thousands of people travel during the Easter long weekend, so there is a lot of traffic, and accommodation books up quickly. If you want to take a holiday over the long weekend, click the link below to find the best accommodation deals. Don’t hesitate, as holiday accommodation is very popular during this time.