New Year's Day 2026 — New Zealand
About New Year's Day
New Year's Day is a public holiday in New Zealand, observed on January 1, 2026 (Thursday) in 2026. As an official public holiday, most government offices, banks, and schools are closed.
In 2026, New Year's Day falls on a Thursday, giving workers a day off during the workweek.
Key Facts
New Zealand New Year's Day — Date by Year
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January 1, 2024 | Monday |
| 2025 | January 1, 2025 | Wednesday |
| 2026 | January 1, 2026 | Thursday |
| 2027 | January 1, 2027 | Friday |
| 2028 | January 1, 2028 | Saturday |
| 2029 | January 1, 2029 | Monday |
| 2030 | January 1, 2030 | Tuesday |
Other Public Holidays in New Zealand (2026)
Friday, January 2, 2026 Day after New Year's Day Friday, February 6, 2026 Waitangi Day Friday, April 3, 2026 Good Friday Monday, April 6, 2026 Easter Monday Saturday, April 25, 2026 ANZAC Day Monday, June 1, 2026 King's Birthday Friday, July 10, 2026 Matariki Monday, October 26, 2026 Labour Day Friday, December 25, 2026 Christmas Day Saturday, December 26, 2026 Boxing Day
Frequently Asked Questions
When is New Year's Day in 2026?
New Year's Day in New Zealand is on January 1, 2026 (Thursday).
Is New Year's Day a public holiday in New Zealand?
Yes, New Year's Day is an official public holiday. Most businesses, government offices, and schools are closed.
How many days until New Year's Day 2026?
New Year's Day 2026 was on January 1, 2026 and has already passed.