How many days until Boxing Day in New Zealand?
Boxing Day is a nationwide public holiday in New Zealand. In 2026 it falls on a Monday.
Boxing Day dates in New Zealand
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Monday, 28 December 2026 | Nationwide |
| Tuesday, 28 December 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Boxing Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Barbados, Belize, Ghana, Gibraltar, Grenada, Guernsey, Guyana, Hong Kong, Isle of Man, Jersey, Kenya, Lesotho, Montserrat, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Suriname, Uganda.
Frequently asked questions
When is Boxing Day in New Zealand?
Boxing Day falls on Monday, 28 December 2026 and Tuesday, 28 December 2027.
Is Boxing Day a nationwide public holiday in New Zealand?
Yes, Boxing Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Boxing Day fall on a weekend?
Not in the years listed: Boxing Day falls on a weekday in 2026, 2027.
Which public holiday in New Zealand comes after Boxing Day?
The next one is New Year's Day on Friday, 1 January 2027.
How many days until Boxing Day?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More New Zealand holidays
- New Year's Day
- Day after New Year's Day
- Wellington Anniversary Day
- Auckland Anniversary Day
- Nelson Anniversary Day
- Waitangi Day
- Taranaki Anniversary Day
- Otago Anniversary Day
- Good Friday
- Easter Monday
Is today a holiday in New Zealand? · Is tomorrow a holiday? · All public holidays