How many days until Matariki in New Zealand?
There are 235 days until Matariki 2027 in New Zealand — Friday, June 25, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Matariki on Friday, June 25, 2027, set by the rule: Set each year by official proclamation. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Matariki is a public holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Matariki is a nationwide public holiday in New Zealand marking Te Mātahi o te Tau, the Māori New Year. It allways falls on a Friday in late June or early July, on a date set by a Māori advisory group and fixed in law through 2052.
Milestones on the way
If you like counting in round numbers rather than watching every second, these are the dates the countdown passes on its way to Matariki:
- 100 days to go — Wednesday, March 17, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Thursday, May 6, 2027
- 30 days to go — Wednesday, May 26, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Friday, June 11, 2027
- 7 days to go — Friday, June 18, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Thursday, June 24, 2027
Matariki dates by year
Dates computed from the governing statutes and last verified October 3, 2026. Years beyond officially published schedules are projected from the rule that sets the date.
Coming up after Matariki
- Oct 25 Days until Labour Day 357 days away
- Dec 25 Days until Christmas Day 418 days away
- Dec 26 Days until Boxing Day 419 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Matariki?
There are 235 days until Matariki, which falls on Friday, June 25, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Matariki?
There are 33 weekends between now and Matariki on June 25 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Matariki a day off?
Matariki is a public holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.