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New Zealand Holidays 2026

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

20
Days
01
Hours
39
Mins
58
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
20 days
21
Sat
32 days
23
Mon
34 days

April 2026 8 holidays

01
Wed
43 days
03
Fri
45 days
04
Sat
46 days
05
Sun
47 days
06
Mon
48 days
07
Tue
49 days
25
Sat
ANZAC Day Weekend
67 days
27
Mon
69 days

May 2026 1 holiday

10
Sun
82 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 20 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.