How many days until Taranaki Anniversary Day in New Zealand?
There are 126 days until Taranaki Anniversary Day 2027 in New Zealand — Monday, March 8, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Taranaki Anniversary Day on Monday, March 8, 2027, set by the rule: Second Monday in March. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Taranaki Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Taranaki Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday on New Zealand's wesetrn North Island coast, observed on the second Monday in March. It marks the founding of the New Plymouth settlement in 1841.
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 Taranaki Anniversary Day:
- 100 days to go — Saturday, November 28, 2026 (a good moment to start planning anything that needs booking)
- 50 days to go — Sunday, January 17, 2027
- 30 days to go — Saturday, February 6, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, February 22, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, March 1, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, March 7, 2027
Taranaki 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 Taranaki 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 Taranaki Anniversary Day?
There are 126 days until Taranaki Anniversary Day, which falls on Monday, March 8, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Taranaki Anniversary Day?
There are 18 weekends between now and Taranaki Anniversary Day on March 8 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Taranaki Anniversary Day a day off?
Taranaki Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.