Hawke's Bay · 2026

Hawke's Bay observes 12 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Day after New Year's Day (January 2, 2026), Waitangi Day (February 6, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026), Easter Monday (April 6, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.

Hawke's Bay observes 12 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.

New Year's Day in Hawke's Bay falls on January 1, 2026.

Day after New Year's Day in Hawke's Bay falls on January 2, 2026.

Waitangi Day in Hawke's Bay falls on February 6, 2026.

Good Friday in Hawke's Bay falls on April 3, 2026.

Easter Monday in Hawke's Bay falls on April 6, 2026.

Anzac Day in Hawke's Bay falls on April 27, 2026.

King's Birthday in Hawke's Bay falls on June 1, 2026.

Matariki in Hawke's Bay falls on June 10, 2026.

Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day in Hawke's Bay falls on October 23, 2026.

Labour Day in Hawke's Bay falls on October 26, 2026.

Christmas Day in Hawke's Bay falls on December 25, 2026.

Boxing Day in Hawke's Bay falls on December 26, 2026.

Most public holidays in Hawke's Bay are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.

Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.

A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.

Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.