South Canterbury holidays 2027
South Canterbury has 12 public holidays in 2027: 11 public holidays and 1 South Canterbury-specific holiday. Dates below show the actual date and, where a holiday falls on a weekend, the day it is observed.
Public holidays observed in South Canterbury
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Fri | New Year's Day Public holiday | — | |
| Jan 2 | Sat | Day after New Year's Day Public holiday | Mon, Jan 4 | |
| Feb 6 | Sat | Waitangi Day Public holiday | Mon, Feb 8 | |
| Mar 26 | Fri | Good Friday Public holiday | — | |
| Mar 29 | Mon | Easter Monday Public holiday | — | |
| Apr 25 | Sun | Anzac Day Public holiday | Mon, Apr 26 | |
| Jun 7 | Mon | King's Birthday Public holiday | — | |
| Jun 25 | Fri | Matariki Public holiday | — | |
| Oct 25 | Mon | Labour Day Public holiday | — | |
| Dec 25 | Sat | Christmas Day Public holiday | Mon, Dec 27 | |
| Dec 26 | Sun | Boxing Day Public holiday | Tue, Dec 28 |
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.
Holidays only in South Canterbury
Public holidays in South Canterbury that the rest of New Zealand does not share.
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27 | Mon | South Canterbury Anniversary Day Provincial anniversary day | — | South Canterbury (Timaru, Mackenzie and Waimate districts). |
Observances (not days off)
| Date | Day | Holiday | Observed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 14 | Sun | Valentine's Day Observance | — | |
| Mar 28 | Sun | Easter Sunday Observance | — | |
| May 9 | Sun | Mother's Day Observance | — | |
| Sep 5 | Sun | Father's Day Observance | — | |
| Oct 31 | Sun | Halloween Observance | — |
Long weekends in South Canterbury, 2027
What closes
Government offices, courts and most schools close on the public holidays above. Shops usually open with reduced hours, subject to local trading rules.
Frequently asked questions
How many public holidays does South Canterbury have in 2027?
South Canterbury has 12 public holidays in 2027: 11 public holidays plus 1 South Canterbury-specific holiday (South Canterbury Anniversary Day).
What is the next holiday in South Canterbury?
The next holiday in South Canterbury is New Year's Day on Friday, January 1, 2027 (60 days away).
Are South Canterbury holidays the same as the rest of New Zealand?
Mostly. South Canterbury observes the public holidays shared across New Zealand, plus its own: South Canterbury Anniversary Day. Other regions have different regional days, so check the page for the region you need.