The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes a well-deserved break for many Victorians. In this article, we will delve into the public holidays in Victoria during the Christmas and New Year period in 2018.
Christmas and New Year Public Holidays in Victoria 2018
During the Christmas and New Year period, Victorians can enjoy a series of public holidays that provide a much-needed break from work and school. In 2018, the following public holidays were observed in Victoria:
- Christmas Day: Tuesday, 25 December 2018
- Boxing Day: Wednesday, 26 December 2018
- New Year's Day: Tuesday, 1 January 2019
These public holidays were observed across Victoria, providing a chance for people to relax, spend time with family and friends, and recharge for the new year.
Christmas Day
Christmas Day is one of the most significant public holidays in Victoria, and indeed around the world. It is a day to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and is traditionally marked by attending church services, exchanging gifts, and spending time with loved ones.
In Victoria, Christmas Day was observed on Tuesday, 25 December 2018. Many businesses, schools, and government offices were closed on this day, allowing people to enjoy the festive season.
Boxing Day
Boxing Day is a public holiday in Victoria that is observed on the day after Christmas Day. It is traditionally a day for sporting events, shopping, and spending time with family and friends.
In 2018, Boxing Day was observed on Wednesday, 26 December. Many Victorians took advantage of the public holiday to enjoy the sales and discounts offered by retailers, or to attend sporting events such as the Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in Victoria that marks the beginning of a new year. It is traditionally a day for reflection, celebration, and making New Year's resolutions.
In 2018, New Year's Day was observed on Tuesday, 1 January. Many Victorians celebrated the start of a new year with fireworks, parties, and other festivities.
Additional Public Holidays in Victoria
In addition to the Christmas and New Year public holidays, there were several other public holidays observed in Victoria in 2018. These included:
- Australia Day: Friday, 26 January 2018
- Labour Day: Monday, 12 March 2018
- Good Friday: Friday, 30 March 2018
- Easter Monday: Monday, 2 April 2018
- Anzac Day: Wednesday, 25 April 2018
- Queen's Birthday: Monday, 11 June 2018
- Grand Final Friday: Friday, 28 September 2018
- Melbourne Cup Day: Tuesday, 6 November 2018
These public holidays provided Victorians with several opportunities to take a break and enjoy their leisure time.
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What are the public holidays in Victoria during the Christmas and New Year period?
+The public holidays in Victoria during the Christmas and New Year period are Christmas Day (25 December), Boxing Day (26 December), and New Year's Day (1 January).
Are businesses and schools closed on public holidays in Victoria?
+Yes, many businesses, schools, and government offices are closed on public holidays in Victoria, including Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day.
What are some popular activities to do on public holidays in Victoria?
+Some popular activities to do on public holidays in Victoria include attending sporting events, going shopping, spending time with family and friends, and enjoying fireworks and other festivities.
We hope this article has provided you with useful information about the Christmas and New Year public holidays in Victoria in 2018.
Gallery of Christmas And New Years Public Holidays Victoria 2018
