How many days until South Canterbury Anniversary Day in New Zealand?
There are 329 days until South Canterbury Anniversary Day 2027 in New Zealand — Monday, September 27, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets South Canterbury Anniversary Day on Monday, September 27, 2027, set by the rule: Fourth Monday in September. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
South Canterbury Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. South Canterbury Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday around Timaru, taken on the fourth Monday in September. It is the last surviving observance of Dominion Day, the date New Zealand stoped being a British colony in 1907.
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 South Canterbury Anniversary Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, June 19, 2027 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, August 8, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, August 28, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, September 13, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, September 20, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, September 26, 2027
South Canterbury Anniversary Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | September 28, 2026 | Monday | 35 days ago |
| 2027 | September 27, 2027 | Monday | 329 days |
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 South Canterbury Anniversary Day
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until South Canterbury Anniversary Day?
There are 329 days until South Canterbury Anniversary Day, which falls on Monday, September 27, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before South Canterbury Anniversary Day?
There are 47 weekends between now and South Canterbury Anniversary Day on September 27 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is South Canterbury Anniversary Day a day off?
South Canterbury Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.