How many public holidays does New Zealand have in 2026?

New Zealand has 11 official public holidays in 2026, listed above with their exact dates.

When is the first public holiday in New Zealand in 2026?

The first 2026 public holiday in New Zealand is New Year's Day, on 1 January.

Use the caldays long-weekend planner for New Zealand to find every bridge day and turn a few days of leave into a longer break.

Countdown · New Zealand

Labour Day 2026 falls on Monday, 26 October 2026 — live countdown below for New Zealand.

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Labour Day · 96 days