Good Friday 2025 — New Zealand
About Good Friday
Good Friday is a public holiday in New Zealand, observed on April 18, 2025 (Friday) in 2025. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2025, Good Friday falls on a Friday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
New Zealand Good Friday — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | March 29, 2024 | Friday |
| 2025 | April 18, 2025 | Friday |
| 2026 | April 3, 2026 | Friday |
| 2027 | March 26, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | April 14, 2028 | Friday |
| 2029 | March 30, 2029 | Friday |
| 2030 | April 19, 2030 | Friday |
Other Public Holidays in New Zealand (2025)
Wednesday, January 1, 2025 New Year's Day Thursday, January 2, 2025 Day after New Year's Day Thursday, February 6, 2025 Waitangi Day Monday, April 21, 2025 Easter Monday Friday, April 25, 2025 ANZAC Day Monday, June 2, 2025 King's Birthday Friday, June 20, 2025 Matariki Monday, October 27, 2025 Labour Day Thursday, December 25, 2025 Christmas Day Friday, December 26, 2025 Boxing Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Good Friday in 2025?
Good Friday in New Zealand is on April 18, 2025 (Friday).
Is Good Friday a public holiday in New Zealand?
Yes, Good Friday is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until Good Friday 2025?
Good Friday 2025 was on April 18, 2025 and has already passed.