Public holidays in New Zealand 2026
National and available regional public holidays for 2026, with country-specific scope notes and planning links.
2026 holiday list
What the list covers
National public holidays are supplemented by provincial anniversary days. Mondayisation rules can move the observed day for selected holidays.
Typical weekend
This guide treats Saturday and Sunday as the standard weekend when calculating working days and holiday breaks.
Source and coverage
Official annual calendar checked. Nationwide public holidays and statutory Mondayisation; regional anniversary days are omitted.
Primary source: Employment New Zealand holiday and anniversary calendar. Critical payroll, legal and travel dates should still be confirmed with the relevant local authority.
Frequently asked questions
Are these all public holidays in New Zealand?
National public holidays are supplemented by provincial anniversary days. Mondayisation rules can move the observed day for selected holidays.
Are regional holidays included for 2026?
This page states its exact geographic scope beside the primary source. Regional and municipal dates outside that scope are not implied.
How often should I recheck 2026 dates?
Recheck before booking travel, running payroll or relying on a date for a legal deadline, especially when holidays are proclamation- or observation-based.