Public holidays in New Zealand 2027
National public holidays. Each region also has an anniversary day. Current time in New Zealand →
| Date | Holiday | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jan 1 | New Year's Day | in 66 days | |
| Sat, Jan 2 | Day after New Year's Day | in 67 days | |
| Mon, Jan 4 | Day after New Year's Day (substitute day) | in 69 days | |
| Sat, Feb 6 | Waitangi Day | in 102 days | |
| Mon, Feb 8 | Waitangi Day (substitute day) | in 104 days | |
| Fri, Mar 26 | Good Friday | in 150 days | |
| Mon, Mar 29 | Easter Monday | in 153 days | |
| Sun, Apr 25 | Anzac Day | in 180 days | |
| Mon, Apr 26 | Anzac Day (substitute day) | in 181 days | |
| Mon, Jun 7 | King's Birthday | in 223 days | |
| Fri, Jun 25 | Matariki | in 241 days | |
| Mon, Oct 25 | Labour Day | in 363 days | |
| Sat, Dec 25 | Christmas Day | in 424 days | |
| Sun, Dec 26 | Boxing Day | in 425 days | |
| Mon, Dec 27 | Christmas Day (substitute day) | in 426 days | |
| Tue, Dec 28 | Boxing Day (substitute day) | in 427 days |
Always check official announcements before making plans; governments sometimes move or add holidays.
Questions
How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2027?
This list has 11 public holidays in New Zealand for 2027. National public holidays. Each region also has an anniversary day.
Is Christmas a public holiday in New Zealand?
Yes. Christmas Day, Saturday, December 25, 2027, is a public holiday in New Zealand.