When is Friday before AFL Grand Final 2026?
- 2026Friday before AFL Grand Final 2026 is on Fri 25 Sep 2026.
It is a public holiday in Victoria only.
Friday before AFL Grand Final on the calendar
Purple circles are public holidays; pink squares are the days to book off; the pale bar is the best break around it.
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The best break around Friday before AFL Grand Final
Up to 5 days of leave, ranked by how far each day goes.
Questions and answers
Is Friday before AFL Grand Final a public holiday in Australia?
Yes. Friday before AFL Grand Final is a public holiday in Victoria only.
What day is Friday before AFL Grand Final 2026?
Friday before AFL Grand Final 2026 is on Fri 25 Sep 2026.
How can I get the most days off around Friday before AFL Grand Final 2026?
Book off Thu 24 Sep 2026 (1 day of leave) to get 4 days off in a row, Thu 24 Sep – Sun 27 Sep 2026.
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