What's open on King’s Birthday (Queen’s Birthday) 2026 in Australia?
King’s Birthday (Queen’s Birthday) 2026 falls on 8 June 2026.
The King’s Birthday, the second Monday of June in most states, closes banks and offices. Supermarkets and shops trade normally with reduced hours.
Chain opening hours
| Venue / Chain | Category | Holiday Status | Hours | Verification & Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Chemist Warehouse 24h24/7 Duty Designated superstores open on public holidays for pharmacy needs Editorial1300-367-283 | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | 08:00–21:00 | 2026-04-20 chemistwarehouse.com.au |
Ampol & Foodary 24/724/7 Duty Service stations and convenience forecourts operate 24/7 nationwide Editorial | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 ampol.com.au |
Priority Primary Care / Healthdirect24/7 Duty Healthdirect 1800 022 222 open 24/7 to connect to open public holiday clinics Editorial1800-022-222 | Urgent Care & Clinics | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 healthdirect.gov.au |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
AI-extracted | Supermarkets & Groceries | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 aldi.com.au |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 chemistwarehouse.com.au |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 iga.com.au |
Estimate | DIY, Garden & Home | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 bunnings.com.au |
AI-extracted | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-05 Official Source |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 danmurphys.com.au |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 harrisfarm.com.au |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 drakes.com.au |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 foodlandsa.com.au |
Estimate | Supermarkets & Groceries | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 costco.com.au |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 target.com.au |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 bigw.com.au |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 priceline.com.au |
Estimate | Pharmacies & Chemists | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 terrywhitechemmart.com.au |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 bws.com.au |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 liquorland.com.au |
Estimate | Convenience Stores | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 7eleven.com.au |
Estimate | Petrol & EV Charging | Open | 24 hours | 2026-08-23 ampol.com.au |
Estimate | Retail & Shopping Malls | Open | Hours Vary | 2026-08-23 officeworks.com.au |
Most drive-thru locations open 24/7; public holiday surcharge may apply Editorial | Restaurants & Cafes | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 mcdonalds.com.au |
Self-service parcel lockers accessible 24/7; retail post offices closed Editorial | Post & Parcel Lockers | Open | 24 hours | 2026-04-20 auspost.com.au |
Branches closed on public holidays; ATMs and NetBank available 24/7 Editorial | Banks & ATMs | Closed | Closed All Day | 2026-04-20 commbank.com.au |
| Public Transit & Transport | Reduced hours | Hours Vary | 2026-04-20 transportnsw.info |
Frequently asked questions
Are shops open on King’s Birthday (Queen’s Birthday) 2026 in Australia?
The King’s Birthday, the second Monday of June in most states, closes banks and offices. Supermarkets and shops trade normally with reduced hours. Typically closed: banks, government.
When is King’s Birthday (Queen’s Birthday) in 2026?
King’s Birthday (Queen’s Birthday) falls on 8 June 2026 (2026-06-08) in 2026.