Is tomorrow a public holiday in New Zealand?
Sunday, 18 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in New Zealand
Labour Day
Is today a holiday in New Zealand? · All New Zealand public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in New Zealand's main time zone (Pacific/Auckland). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in New Zealand
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Monday, 26 October 2026 | Labour Day |
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Monday, 28 December 2026 | Boxing Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Monday, 4 January 2027 | Day after New Year's Day |
| Monday, 8 February 2027 | Waitangi Day |
See the full New Zealand holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is tomorrow a public holiday in New Zealand?
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/Auckland, 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 New Zealand have in 2026?
New Zealand has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for New Zealand.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in New Zealand?
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 today a public holiday in New Zealand?
See is today a public holiday in New Zealand.
When is the next public holiday in New Zealand?
Labour Day on Monday, 26 October 2026.