Schoolies Dates

When is Schoolies

Schoolies runs over three weeks each November. The week you attend depends on your graduation date and age. Use the dates below to find your week and book early before rooms sell out.

Common Questions

The week you attend depends on your graduation date and age. Check with your school for the recommended week for your year group.

Gold Coast Week 1 is the best pick for under 18s. The Schoolies Nation Festival is open to all ages, and some events even have a licensed bar section for 18+ graduates. Airlie Beach also runs a 7-night all-ages festival. International destinations like Bali, Fiji and Vanuatu also welcome all school leavers regardless of age.

Most Australian destinations run 1 or 2 weeks. Byron Bay runs 2 weeks. International trips like Fiji have multiple departure dates spread across 4 to 5 trips, so you can choose the window that suits your schedule.

As early as possible. The best rooms and hotels sell out first. Booking early also gives you access to Flexi Pay, which lets you spread the cost in small monthly payments rather than paying everything upfront.

Gold Coast is the biggest, with the most events and accommodation options. Byron Bay has a more relaxed vibe with a Chill Week and an Official Week. Airlie Beach is ideal for all ages. International options like Fiji offer a premium resort experience with flights and meals included. Bali is the #1 International destination with packages including accommodation and party pass giving you access to the biggest events at the hottest venues in Bali

2026 Schoolies Dates

Gold Coast
Week 1Official Schoolies Week21 Nov – 28 NovBook Now
Week 2Club Week28 Nov – 6 DecBook Now
Byron Bay
Week 1Chill Week21 Nov – 28 NovBook Now
Week 2Official Week27 Nov – 5 DecBook Now
Airlie Beach
Week 121 Nov – 28 NovBook Now
Mooloolaba
Week 121 Nov – 28 NovBook Now
Dunsborough
Week 122 Nov – 27 NovBook Now

2027 Schoolies Dates

Gold Coast
Week 1Official Schoolies Week20 Nov – 27 NovBook Now
Week 2Club Week27 Nov – 4 DecBook Now
Byron Bay
Week 120 Nov – 27 NovBook Now
Week 2Official Week27 Nov – 5 DecBook Now
Airlie Beach
Week 120 Nov – 27 NovBook Now
Mooloolaba
Week 120 Nov – 27 NovBook Now
Dunsborough
Week 121 Nov – 26 NovBook Now

When should you start planning? As early as possible. The best hotels and rooms sell out first, so booking now means the best choice at the best prices.

Booking early also unlocks Flexi Pay so you can pay your trip off in small monthly amounts. Got questions? Email us at [email protected].

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