2015 Public Holiday dates
2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018
The following public holidays are observed throughout New Zealand. Be aware that many businesses and attractions are closed on public holidays, and those that are open may charge a surcharge. Accommodations tend to be booked out long in advance of public holidays, so early planning is advised.
Holiday | Date |
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New Year's Day | Thursday 1 January |
Day after New Year's Day | Friday 2 January |
Waitangi Day | Friday 6 February |
Good Friday | Friday 3 April |
Easter Monday | Monday 6 April |
ANZAC Day | Monday 27 April |
Queen's Birthday | Monday 1 June |
Labour Day | Monday 26 October |
Christmas Day | Friday 25 December |
Boxing Day | Saturday 26 December or Monday 28 December |
Province Holidays
Province Anniversary Days:
Province | Date |
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Auckland | Monday 26 January |
Taranaki | Monday 9 March |
Hawke's Bay | Friday 23 October |
Wellington | Monday 19 January |
Marlborough | Monday 2 November |
Nelson | Monday 2 February |
Canterbury | Friday 13 November |
Canterbury (South) | Monday 28 September |
Westland | Monday 30 November |
Otago | Monday 23 March |
Southland | Tuesday 7 April |
Chatham Islands | Monday 30 November |