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Observance · not a public holiday in Papua New Guinea

International Labour Day

International Labour Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea is observed on Friday, 1 May 2026.

International Labour 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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DateFriday, 1 May 2026
StatusNot a public holiday in Papua New Guinea
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International Labour 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

International Labour 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 International Labour Day's date across multiple years and how it interacts with the country's long-weekend opportunities.

Traditions & customs

International Labour 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 International Labour Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea?

International Labour Day 2026 in Papua New Guinea is observed on Friday, 1 May 2026.

Is International Labour Day a public holiday in Papua New Guinea?

No. International Labour 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 International Labour Day?

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

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