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Observance · not a public holiday in Papua New Guinea

Human Rights Day

Human Rights Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea is observed on Thursday, 10 December 2026.

Human Rights Day is not an official public holiday in Papua New Guinea — it's a widely observed day (date shown is when Papua New Guinea observes it), but offices and schools stay open. See Papua New Guinea's official public holidays →
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DateThursday, 10 December 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Papua New Guinea
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Human Rights Day is a public holiday in Papua New Guinea. This page collects the date for each year, plus other holidays in the country's calendar.

History & origin

Human Rights Day is officially observed as a public holiday in Papua New Guinea. We are building out a longer history & traditions section for this holiday. In the meantime, the calendar below shows Human Rights Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

Human Rights Day observance varies by community and region within Papua New Guinea. Government offices, banks, and schools are typically closed.

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Frequently asked questions

When is Human Rights Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea?

Human Rights Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea is observed on Thursday, 10 December 2026.

Is Human Rights Day a public holiday in Papua New Guinea?

No. Human Rights Day is marked in Papua New Guinea as a widely observed day, but it is not an official public holiday — workplaces and schools stay open.

How many days until Human Rights Day?

The countdown above shows the exact days, hours and minutes remaining. The year-by-year list below has Human Rights Day's date in the surrounding years.

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