New Zealand public holidays 2026
National public holidays in New Zealand. Regional/subdivision holidays are not included.
2026 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | Thursday | New Year's Day |
| January 2, 2026 | Friday | Day after New Year's Day |
| February 6, 2026 | Friday | Waitangi Day |
| April 3, 2026 | Friday | Good Friday |
| April 6, 2026 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| April 25, 2026 | Saturday | Anzac Day |
| April 27, 2026 | Monday | Anzac Day (observed) |
| June 1, 2026 | Monday | King's Birthday |
| July 10, 2026 | Friday | Matariki |
| October 26, 2026 | Monday | Labour Day |
| December 25, 2026 | Friday | Christmas Day |
| December 26, 2026 | Saturday | Boxing Day |
| December 28, 2026 | Monday | Boxing Day (observed) |
2027 holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2027 | Friday | New Year's Day |
| January 2, 2027 | Saturday | Day after New Year's Day |
| January 4, 2027 | Monday | Day after New Year's Day (observed) |
| February 6, 2027 | Saturday | Waitangi Day |
| February 8, 2027 | Monday | Waitangi Day (observed) |
| March 26, 2027 | Friday | Good Friday |
| March 29, 2027 | Monday | Easter Monday |
| April 25, 2027 | Sunday | Anzac Day |
| April 26, 2027 | Monday | Anzac Day (observed) |
| June 7, 2027 | Monday | King's Birthday |
| June 25, 2027 | Friday | Matariki |
| October 25, 2027 | Monday | Labour Day |
| December 25, 2027 | Saturday | Christmas Day |
| December 26, 2027 | Sunday | Boxing Day |
| December 27, 2027 | Monday | Christmas Day (observed) |
| December 28, 2027 | Tuesday | Boxing Day (observed) |
Weekend days: Saturday and Sunday. Coverage: 2010–2040. Source: python-holidays (MIT), national public holidays.
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FAQ
How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?
13 weekday and weekend holiday dates are listed for 2026, in addition to weekends (Saturday and Sunday).
What days are weekends for New Zealand?
Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday.
When is the next New Zealand holiday?
Labour Day on Monday, October 26, 2026.
How do I check New Zealand business days in code?
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