Hide clues around the house that can only be unlocked by solving a maths problem. Each answer points to the next hiding spot.
Darwin School Holidays
The next NT school holidays are the summer school holidays, from Friday 11 December 2026 to Tuesday 26 January 2027. The last day of term is Thursday 10 December 2026. Darwin's tropical climate shapes school holiday plans: the dry season suits outdoor adventures, while the wet season calls for indoor and early-morning outings. Schools follow the NT government school calendar.
NT school terms & holidays 2026
| Period | Starts | Ends | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Term 1 | Thu 29 Jan 2026 | Thu 2 Apr 2026 | 9 weeks |
| Autumn school holidaysBetween Term 1 and Term 2 | Fri 3 Apr 2026 | Mon 13 Apr 2026 | 11 days |
| Term 2 | Tue 14 Apr 2026 | Fri 19 June 2026 | 10 weeks |
| Winter school holidaysBetween Term 2 and Term 3 | Mon 22 June 2026 | Mon 13 July 2026 | 22 days |
| Term 3 | Tue 14 July 2026 | Fri 18 Sept 2026 | 10 weeks |
| Spring school holidaysBetween Term 3 and Term 4 | Mon 21 Sept 2026 | Mon 5 Oct 2026 | 15 days |
| Term 4 | Tue 6 Oct 2026 | Thu 10 Dec 2026 | 9 weeks |
| Summer school holidaysEnd of 2026 → start of 2027 | Fri 11 Dec 2026 | Tue 26 Jan 2027 | 47 days |
- Dates shown are students' first and last days. Teachers start a day or two earlier: Tuesday 27 January, Monday 13 April, Monday 13 July and Monday 5 October.
- Teachers finish Term 4 on Friday 11 December, the day after students.
- Applies to
- NT government schools (except Gunbalanya School, which runs a flexible school year)
- Source
- NT Government – school term and holiday dates in NT
- Status
- Confirmed by official source
- Last checked
- Saturday 10 October 2026
- Updated
- Saturday 10 October 2026
All Northern Territory dates and countdown
Looking for an organised holiday program in Darwin?
See What's OnFree and low-cost things to do in Darwin
Ideas, not endorsements. Opening hours, prices and holiday programs change, so check each place's official website before you go.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT)Natural history, art and the story of Cyclone Tracy.
George Brown Darwin Botanic GardensTropical gardens with shady paths.
East Point ReserveCoastal parkland with walking and cycling paths.
Darwin WaterfrontWaterfront precinct with a safe swimming lagoon.
Darwin City LibrariesLibrary branches with holiday programs.
Local tips for Darwin families
- Weather: The dry season (roughly May to October) is warm and sunny; the wet season (roughly November to April) brings heat, humidity and storms.
- Never swim in natural waters unless signs say it is safe: crocodiles and box jellyfish are a real risk in the Top End.
- Your local library is one of the best free school holiday resources: most run craft, reading and STEM sessions during the break.
Free things to do these school holidays
Keep Darwin kids busy, happy and learning with free activities you can start today — no bookings needed.
A printable bingo card of reading challenges — read in a cubby, read to a pet, read a comic — to keep books fun all holidays.
Using only paper and tape, design a bridge between two books that holds as many coins as possible.