How many public holidays does New have in 2026?

New 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?

The main events in New include King's Birthday, Southland Anniversary Day, Day after New Year's Day, Nelson Anniversary Day, ANZAC Day (substitute day).

When is the next holiday in New?

The next upcoming holiday in New is King's Birthday on Monday, June 1, 2026.

Is there a complete national calendar for New 2026?

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

When are the collective leave days in New for 2026?

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

Upcoming Public Holidays

Mon, Jun 1King's Birthday
Fri, Jul 10Matariki
Mon, Sep 28Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day
Fri, Oct 23Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Mon, Oct 26Labour Day
Mon, Nov 2Marlborough Anniversary Day

🇳🇿 New Zealand — 2026 Calendar

25 holidays, festivals & observances

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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

New Year's Day

Thursday, Thu, Jan 1

Public Holiday

Boxing Day

Monday, Mon, Dec 28

Public Holiday

January

July

MatarikiFri, Jul 10

September

Canterbury (South) Anniversary DayMon, Sep 28

October

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

November

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

December

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

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

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

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🇳🇿 Frequently Asked Questions — New Holidays 2026

How many public holidays does New have in 2026?: New 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?: The main events in New include King's Birthday, Southland Anniversary Day, Day after New Year's Day, Nelson Anniversary Day, ANZAC Day (substitute day).
When is the next holiday in New?: The next upcoming holiday in New is King's Birthday on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Is there a complete national calendar for New 2026?: Yes, this page provides the complete New 2026 national calendar with 25 holidays, festivals, and observances.
When are the collective leave days in New for 2026?: Collective leave dates in New for 2026 are set by the government. See the public holidays table above for the complete list.