How many days until Waitangi Day in New Zealand?
There are 96 days until Waitangi Day 2027 in New Zealand — Saturday, February 6, 2027.
Because February 6 falls on a Saturday, offices observe the holiday on Monday, February 8.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Waitangi Day on Saturday, February 6, 2027, set by the rule: February 6. It runs on your device's clock and counts to midnight at the start of the day.
Waitangi Day is a public holiday, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Waitangi Day, February 6, is New Zealand's national day and a nationwide public holiday marking the 1840 signing of the Treaty of Waitangi. When it lands on a weekend the paid day off is Mondayised for workers who do not normally work wekends.
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 Waitangi Day:
- 50 days to go — Friday, December 18, 2026
- 30 days to go — Thursday, January 7, 2027 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Saturday, January 23, 2027
- 7 days to go — Saturday, January 30, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Friday, February 5, 2027
Waitangi Day dates by year
| Year | Date | Day | Days from today |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | February 6, 2026 | Friday | 269 days ago |
| 2027 | February 6, 2027 | Saturday | 96 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 Waitangi 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 Waitangi Day?
There are 96 days until Waitangi Day, which falls on Saturday, February 6, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Waitangi Day?
There are 14 weekends between now and Waitangi Day on February 6 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Waitangi Day a day off?
Waitangi Day is a public holiday, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.