New Zealand Holidays, Observances & Calendar 2028

Find the complete list of public holidays, observances, and the full monthly Calendar for New Zealand in 2028. Discover official national holidays, important cultural dates, and plan your year with this country-specific holiday guide.

Total Holidays 41
Public Holidays 14
Observances 27
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Calendar 2028
Holidays 2028
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Holidays & Observances in New Zealand in 2028

New Year's Day
National Holiday
Saturday, January 1, 2028
563 days left
Day after New Year's Day
National Holiday
Sunday, January 2, 2028
564 days left
Day off for New Year's Day
National Holiday
Monday, January 3, 2028
565 days left
Day off for Day after New Year's Day
National Holiday
Tuesday, January 4, 2028
566 days left
Wellington Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, January 24, 2028
586 days left
Northland Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, January 31, 2028
593 days left
Auckland Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, January 31, 2028
593 days left
Nelson Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, January 31, 2028
593 days left
Waitangi Day
National Holiday
Sunday, February 6, 2028
599 days left
Day off for Waitangi Day
National Holiday
Monday, February 7, 2028
600 days left
Valentine's Day
Observance
Monday, February 14, 2028
607 days left
Taranaki Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, March 13, 2028
635 days left
Otago Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, March 20, 2028
642 days left
March Equinox
Season
Monday, March 20, 2028
642 days left
April Fools
Observance
Saturday, April 1, 2028
654 days left
Good Friday
National Holiday
Friday, April 14, 2028
667 days left
Holy Saturday
Observance
Saturday, April 15, 2028
668 days left
Easter Sunday
Restricted Trading Day
Sunday, April 16, 2028
669 days left
Easter Monday
National Holiday
Monday, April 17, 2028
670 days left
Southland Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Tuesday, April 18, 2028
671 days left
ANZAC Day
National Holiday
Tuesday, April 25, 2028
678 days left
Mother's Day
Observance
Sunday, May 14, 2028
697 days left
King's Birthday
National Holiday
Monday, June 5, 2028
719 days left
June Solstice
Season
Wednesday, June 21, 2028
735 days left
Matariki
National Holiday
Friday, July 14, 2028
758 days left
Fathers' Day
Observance
Sunday, September 3, 2028
809 days left
September Equinox
Season
Friday, September 22, 2028
828 days left
South Canterbury Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, September 25, 2028
831 days left
Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Friday, October 20, 2028
856 days left
Labour Day
National Holiday
Monday, October 23, 2028
859 days left
Marlborough Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, October 30, 2028
866 days left
Halloween
Observance
Tuesday, October 31, 2028
867 days left
Guy Fawkes Night
Observance
Sunday, November 5, 2028
872 days left
Canterbury Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Friday, November 17, 2028
884 days left
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, November 27, 2028
894 days left
Westland Anniversary Day
Local Holiday
Monday, December 4, 2028
901 days left
December Solstice
Season
Thursday, December 21, 2028
918 days left
Christmas Eve
Observance
Sunday, December 24, 2028
921 days left
Christmas Day
National Holiday
Monday, December 25, 2028
922 days left
Boxing Day
National Holiday
Tuesday, December 26, 2028
923 days left
New Year's Eve
Observance
Sunday, December 31, 2028
928 days left

New Zealand Holidays 2028 - FAQs

1. How many public holidays are there in New Zealand in 2028?
➥ New Zealand has several official public holidays in 2028, including national holidays and other important observances listed on this page. The exact number may vary depending on regional and optional holidays.
2. What are the national holidays in New Zealand in 2028?
➥ National holidays in New Zealand include officially recognized days observed across the country, such as New Year’s Day, Independence Day, and Christmas. A full list is available in the holiday table above.
3. Are Carnival days public holidays in New Zealand?
➥ Carnival days in New Zealand are widely celebrated, but their status as official public holidays can vary by region and employer. This calendar highlights nationally recognized holidays and major observances for 2028.
4. Do holidays in New Zealand change every year?
➥ Some holidays in New Zealand fall on fixed dates each year, while others are movable and depend on religious or cultural calendars. This page reflects the dates specific to 2028.
5. Is this holiday calendar updated from official sources?
➥ The holiday information on this page is compiled from official government publications and widely accepted public records to ensure accuracy for planning and reference purposes.

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