How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?

New Zealand has 25 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 25 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.

What are the main public holidays in New Zealand?

The main events in New Zealand include Good Friday, Chatham Islands Anniversary Day, King's Birthday, Day after New Year's Day, Nelson Anniversary Day.

When is the next holiday in New Zealand?

The next upcoming holiday in New Zealand is Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day on Monday, September 28, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for New Zealand 2026?

Yes, this page provides the complete New Zealand 2026 national calendar with 25 holidays, festivals, and observances.

When are the collective leave days in New Zealand for 2026?

Collective leave dates in New Zealand for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

🇳🇿 New Zealand — 2026 Calendar

25 events

Upcoming Public Holidays

Mon, Sep 28Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day
Fri, Oct 23Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Mon, Oct 26Labour Day
Mon, Nov 2Marlborough Anniversary Day
Fri, Nov 13Canterbury Anniversary Day
Mon, Nov 30Chatham Islands Anniversary Day

Good Friday

Friday, Fri, Apr 3

Public Holiday

King's Birthday

Monday, Mon, Jun 1

Public Holiday

Day after New Year's Day

Friday, Fri, Jan 2

Public Holiday

ANZAC Day (substitute day)

Monday, Mon, Apr 27

Public Holiday

Waitangi Day

Friday, Fri, Feb 6

Public Holiday

January

July

MatarikiFri, Jul 10

September

Canterbury (South) Anniversary DayMon, Sep 28

October

Labour DayMon, Oct 26
Hawke's Bay Anniversary DayFri, Oct 23

November

Chatham Islands Anniversary DayMon, Nov 30
Westland Anniversary DayMon, Nov 30
Marlborough Anniversary DayMon, Nov 2
Canterbury Anniversary DayFri, Nov 13

December

Boxing Day (substitute day)Mon, Dec 28
Christmas DayFri, Dec 25
Boxing DayMon, Dec 28

New Zealand 2026 public holidays and festivals calendar overview — Complete overview of public holidays and festivals in New Zealand for 2026

New Zealand has 25 holidays, festivals, and observances in 2026. Browse the complete calendar below.

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🇳🇿 Frequently Asked Questions — New Zealand Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?: New Zealand has 25 public holidays in 2026, with a total of 25 holidays, festivals, and observances throughout the year.
What are the main public holidays in New Zealand?: The main events in New Zealand include Good Friday, Chatham Islands Anniversary Day, King's Birthday, Day after New Year's Day, Nelson Anniversary Day.
When is the next holiday in New Zealand?: The next upcoming holiday in New Zealand is Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day on Monday, September 28, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for New Zealand 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete New Zealand 2026 national calendar with 25 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in New Zealand for 2026?: Collective leave dates in New Zealand for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.

Holiday data for New Zealand is sourced from official government gazettes and verified against multiple public sources.