Public Holidays in New Zealand2026
13 public holidays in 2026. Spot every bridge day and long weekend opportunity below.
All 2026 Public Holidays
| Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thu | New Year's Day |
| Jan 2 | Fri | Day after New Year's Day |
| Feb 6 | Fri | Waitangi Day |
| Apr 3 | Fri | Good Friday |
| Apr 6 | Mon | Easter Monday |
| Apr 25 | Sat | ANZAC Day |
| Apr 27 | Mon | ANZAC Day (substitute day) |
| Jun 1 | Mon | King's Birthday |
| Jul 10 | Fri | Matariki |
| Oct 26 | Mon | Labour Day |
| Dec 25 | Fri | Christmas Day |
| Dec 26 | Sat | Boxing Day |
| Dec 28 | Mon | Boxing Day (substitute day) |
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