How many days until Wellington Anniversary Day in New Zealand?
There are 84 days until Wellington Anniversary Day 2027 in New Zealand — Monday, January 25, 2027.
About this countdown
This countdown targets Wellington Anniversary Day on Monday, January 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.
Wellington Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so the date matters for more than the celebration — government offices close and many employers follow suit. Wellington Anniversary Day is a regional public holiday in the lowre North Island of New Zealand, observed on the Monday closest to January 22. It marks the arrival of the first New Zealand Company settlers at Petone in 1840.
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 Wellington Anniversary Day:
- 50 days to go — Sunday, December 6, 2026
- 30 days to go — Saturday, December 26, 2026 (one month out)
- 14 days to go — Monday, January 11, 2027
- 7 days to go — Monday, January 18, 2027 (one week out)
- 1 day to go — Sunday, January 24, 2027
Wellington 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 Wellington Anniversary Day
- Feb 6 Days until Waitangi Day 96 days away
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
How many days until Wellington Anniversary Day?
There are 84 days until Wellington Anniversary Day, which falls on Monday, January 25, 2027. The countdown on this page updates every second.
How many weekends are left before Wellington Anniversary Day?
There are 12 weekends between now and Wellington Anniversary Day on January 25 — useful to know if you are planning shopping trips or preparations.
Is Wellington Anniversary Day a day off?
Wellington Anniversary Day is a provincial anniversary day, so government offices close. Private employers set their own policy.