Labour Day is a public holiday in New Zealand, observed on October 26, 2026. This is a national holiday observed across the entire country.

Holiday Details

HolidayLabour Day
Local NameLabour Day
DateOctober 26, 2026
CountryNZ flag New Zealand
TypePublic
NationalYes — observed nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Labour Day in New Zealand?
Labour Day falls on October 26, 2026 in New Zealand.
Is Labour Day a public holiday?
Yes, Labour Day is an official public holiday in New Zealand. It is observed nationwide.
What is Labour Day called locally?
In New Zealand, Labour Day is known as "Labour Day".

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2026-02-02 Nelson Anniversary Day Public
2026-02-06 Waitangi Day Public
2026-03-09 Taranaki Anniversary Day Public
2026-03-23 Otago Anniversary Day Public
2026-04-03 Good Friday Public
2026-04-06 Easter Monday Public
2026-04-07 Southland Anniversary Day Public
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2026-07-10 Matariki Public
2026-09-28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Public

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