New Zealand

There are 22 public holidays in New Zealand in 2028.

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January 2028

  • 03

    New Year's Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 04

    Day after New Year's Day

    Tuesday

    Public
  • 24

    Wellington Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 31

    Nelson Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public

February 2028

  • 07

    Waitangi Day

    Monday

    Public

March 2028

  • 13

    Taranaki Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 20

    Otago Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public

April 2028

  • 14

    Good Friday

    Friday

    Public
  • 17

    Easter Monday

    Monday

    Public
  • 18

    Southland Anniversary Day

    Tuesday

    Public
  • 25

    Anzac Day

    Tuesday

    Public

June 2028

  • 05

    King's Birthday

    Monday

    Public

July 2028

  • 14

    Matariki

    Friday

    Public

September 2028

  • 25

    Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public

October 2028

  • 20

    Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day

    Friday

    Public
  • 23

    Labour Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 30

    Marlborough Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public

November 2028

  • 17

    Canterbury Anniversary Day

    Friday

    Public
  • 27

    Chatham Islands Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public

December 2028

  • 04

    Westland Anniversary Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 25

    Christmas Day

    Monday

    Public
  • 26

    Boxing Day

    Tuesday

    Public
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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next public holiday in New Zealand?
You can find the next public holiday in New Zealand on our next holiday page. We keep the data updated in real time.
How many public holidays are there in New Zealand in 2028?
There are 22 public holidays in New Zealand in 2028.
Are public holidays in New Zealand the same every year?
Most public holidays in New Zealand are fixed dates that recur every year, though some may shift when they fall on a weekend.
Can I download the 2028 public holidays for New Zealand?
Yes, you can download the 2028 public holidays for New Zealand in ICS, PDF or Excel format using the download buttons above.
What is the longest weekend in New Zealand in 2028?
Check our long weekends section above to find the longest holiday bridges in New Zealand for 2028.