New Zealand Public Holidays 2026
The full 2026 public holiday calendar for New Zealand: exact dates, weekdays, and the long weekends worth booking a trip around.
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Start planning with TriplyThis is the complete New Zealand public holiday calendar for 2026. New Zealand has 23 public holidays in 2026, including 11 long weekends: public holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, perfect for a short trip. Holidays vary by state and region, so choose your region above to see the exact dates that apply where you are. Every date below shows the day of the week so you can plan around it.
Frequently asked questions
What are the public holidays in New Zealand in 2026?
New Zealand has 23 public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The calendar above lists every date, grouped by month with the day of the week.
How many long weekends does New Zealand have in 2026?
New Zealand has 11 long weekends in 2026 in this view: public holidays that land on a Monday or Friday. Tap “Long weekends only” to see just those dates.
When is the next public holiday in New Zealand?
The first 2026 public holiday in New Zealand is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The full month-by-month calendar is shown above.
Are public holidays the same across all of New Zealand?
No. New Zealand has national public holidays observed everywhere, plus regional holidays that only apply in specific states or regions. Choose your region above, or allow location access, to see the exact 2026 dates where you are.