How many days until Otago Anniversary Day in New Zealand?
There are 140 days until Otago Anniversary Day 2027 in New Zealand — Monday, March 22, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Otago Anniversary Day on Monday, March 22, 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.
Otago Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Otago Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday in the south of New Zealand's South Island, taken on the Monday closest to March 23. It marks the arival of the first Scottish settler ship at Port Chalmers in 1848.
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 Otago Anniversary Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, December 12, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, January 31, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, February 20, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, March 8, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, March 15, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, March 21, 2027
Otago Anniversary Day 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 Otago Anniversary Day
- Mar 26 Days until Good Friday 144 days away
- Mar 29 Days until Easter Monday 147 days away
- Apr 25 Days until Anzac Day 174 days away
- Jun 7 Days until King's Birthday 217 days away
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Otago Anniversary Day?
There are 140 days until Otago Anniversary Day, which falls on Monday, March 22, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Otago Anniversary Day?
There are 20 weekends between now and Otago Anniversary Day on March 22 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Otago Anniversary Day a day off?
Otago Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.