Queensland School Holidays 2029
Find the official Queensland state school holiday dates and term dates for 2029. This page helps families plan travel, childcare, activities, annual leave and public holiday timing around the Queensland school year.
2029 quick snapshot
- Autumn Friday 30 March to Sunday 15 April 2029
- Winter Saturday 23 June to Sunday 8 July 2029
- Spring Saturday 15 September to Monday 1 October 2029
- Summer Starts Saturday 8 December 2029
Queensland School Holiday Calculator
Choose a 2029 Queensland school holiday period to see the dates and how long there is until that break starts.
How many days until the Queensland school holidays?
Select a holiday period to see the Queensland school holiday dates.
When are the Queensland school holidays in 2029?
The main Queensland school holiday periods in 2029 are the autumn break from 30 March to 15 April, the winter break from 23 June to 8 July, the spring break from 15 September to 1 October, and the summer break starting on 8 December 2029.
The end date for the 2029–2030 summer school holidays has not yet been published. Queensland Education notes that the end of the holidays will be published once approved by the Minister.
Queensland School Holiday Dates 2029
These are the main Queensland state school holiday dates for 2029.
| Holiday Period | Start Date | End Date | Planning Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn school holidays | Friday 30 March 2029 | Sunday 15 April 2029 | The break begins after Term 1 finishes on Thursday 29 March 2029. |
| Winter school holidays | Saturday 23 June 2029 | Sunday 8 July 2029 | A popular period for Queensland family trips, coastal breaks and winter activities. |
| Spring school holidays | Saturday 15 September 2029 | Monday 1 October 2029 | This is a useful break for spring travel, day trips and family activities. |
| Summer school holidays 2029–30 | Saturday 8 December 2029 | To be confirmed | The end date will be published once approved by the Minister. |
Queensland School Term Dates 2029
The 2029 Queensland school year is divided into four terms, with school holiday breaks between each term.
| School Term | Start Date | End Date | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Monday 22 January 2029 | Thursday 29 March 2029 | 10 weeks |
| Term 2 | Monday 16 April 2029 | Friday 22 June 2029 | 10 weeks |
| Term 3 | Monday 9 July 2029 | Friday 14 September 2029 | 10 weeks |
| Term 4 | Tuesday 2 October 2029 | Friday 7 December 2029 | 10 weeks |
2029 Staff Professional Development Days
Queensland state schools list staff professional development days in Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3.
- Term 1: Thursday 18 January to Friday 19 January 2029
- Term 2: Thursday 12 April to Friday 13 April 2029
- Term 3: Friday 31 August 2029
Planning Around the 2029 Queensland School Holidays
Queensland school holidays can be busy, especially around autumn, winter getaways, spring travel and the long summer break. Checking the dates early makes it easier to organise annual leave, childcare, camps, travel and local activities.
Book early
Popular Queensland destinations such as the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Brisbane, Cairns, Noosa, Hervey Bay and the Whitsundays can book out quickly during school holidays.
Check public holidays
Public holidays can create useful long weekends and may affect travel prices, accommodation demand and activity availability.
Confirm school dates
Student-free days, pupil-free days and school closure days may vary from school to school, so check your school calendar before locking in plans.
Useful Queensland School Holiday Resources
These related pages can help you plan around school terms, public holidays, school age questions and interstate holiday date differences.
QLD School Holidays
Return to the Queensland school holidays homepage for year-by-year planning.
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When are the Queensland autumn school holidays in 2029?
The Queensland autumn school holidays run from Friday 30 March to Sunday 15 April 2029.
When are the Queensland winter school holidays in 2029?
The Queensland winter school holidays run from Saturday 23 June to Sunday 8 July 2029.
When are the Queensland spring school holidays in 2029?
The Queensland spring school holidays run from Saturday 15 September to Monday 1 October 2029.
When do the Queensland summer school holidays start in 2029?
The Queensland summer school holidays start on Saturday 8 December 2029. The end date will be published once approved by the Minister.
When does Term 1 start in Queensland in 2029?
Term 1 starts on Monday 22 January 2029 in Queensland state schools.
Do all Queensland schools follow these 2029 dates?
These dates apply to Queensland state schools. Private, Catholic and independent schools may vary, and individual schools may schedule additional student-free days or local closure days.
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