Is today a public holiday in Papua New Guinea?
Saturday, 17 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in Papua New Guinea
Christmas Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in Papua New Guinea? · All Papua New Guinea public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in Papua New Guinea's main time zone (Pacific/Port_Moresby). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in Papua New Guinea
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Saturday, 26 December 2026 | Boxing Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Friday, 26 March 2027 | Good Friday |
| Saturday, 27 March 2027 | Holy Saturday |
| Sunday, 28 March 2027 | Easter Sunday |
See the full Papua New Guinea holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in Papua New Guinea?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in Pacific/Port_Moresby, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does Papua New Guinea have in 2026?
Papua New Guinea has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for Papua New Guinea.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in Papua New Guinea?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in Papua New Guinea?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in Papua New Guinea.
When is the next public holiday in Papua New Guinea?
Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December 2026.