Public holidays in New Zealand 2026
Next: Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026 (in 59 days)
National public holidays. Each region also has an anniversary day. Current time in New Zealand →
| Date | Holiday | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | Passed | |
| Fri, Jan 2 | Day after New Year's Day | Passed | |
| Fri, Feb 6 | Waitangi Day | Passed | |
| Fri, Apr 3 | Good Friday | Passed | |
| Mon, Apr 6 | Easter Monday | Passed | |
| Sat, Apr 25 | Anzac Day | Passed | |
| Mon, Apr 27 | Anzac Day (substitute day) | Passed | |
| Mon, Jun 1 | King's Birthday | Passed | |
| Fri, Jul 10 | Matariki | Passed | |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Labour Day | Passed | |
| Fri, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | in 59 days | |
| Sat, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | in 60 days | |
| Mon, Dec 28 | Boxing Day (substitute day) | in 62 days |
Always check official announcements before making plans; governments sometimes move or add holidays.
Questions
What is the next public holiday in New Zealand?
The next public holiday in New Zealand is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026, in 59 days.
How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?
This list has 11 public holidays in New Zealand for 2026. National public holidays. Each region also has an anniversary day.
Is Christmas a public holiday in New Zealand?
Yes. Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026, is a public holiday in New Zealand.