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New Zealand Holidays 2026

20 public holidays in New Zealand. Next up: Taranaki Anniversary Day in 17 days!

17
Days
13
Hours
58
Mins
16
Secs
until Taranaki Anniversary Day
Pacific/Auckland timezone
20
Total Holidays
12
Upcoming
8
Passed
5
Months

Upcoming Holidays

12 remaining

Holidays by Month

January 2026 5 holidays

01
Thu
Passed
02
Fri
Passed
19
Mon
Passed
26
Mon
Passed
26
Mon
Passed

February 2026 3 holidays

02
Mon
Passed
06
Fri
Passed
14
Sat
Passed

March 2026 3 holidays

09
Mon
17 days
21
Sat
29 days
23
Mon
31 days

April 2026 8 holidays

01
Wed
40 days
03
Fri
42 days
04
Sat
43 days
05
Sun
44 days
06
Mon
45 days
07
Tue
46 days
25
Sat
ANZAC Day Weekend
64 days
27
Mon
66 days

May 2026 1 holiday

10
Sun
79 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?▼

New Zealand has 20 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.

What is the next public holiday in New Zealand?▼

The next public holiday in New Zealand is Taranaki Anniversary Day on March 9, 2026. That's in 17 days!

Are these official public holidays?▼

Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by New Zealand. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.

Do public holidays in New Zealand apply to all regions?▼

Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.