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Nelson Anniversary Day
Regional public holiday for Nelson, with a historic date of 1 February, observed on the Monday nearest 1 February; Monday 1 February in 2027.
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OrganiserEmployment New Zealand (MBIE)
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
First heldNot known
About the day
Nelson's anniversary of 1 February was celebrated as early as 1844. It also applies in Tasman and Buller. Provincial anniversary days are regional public holidays, and the observed day is set by local councils based on local custom, so it often differs from the historic date.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Monday 1 February 2027 | New Zealand | Confirmed by the organiser |
Where this information comes from
- Employment New Zealand: public holidays and anniversary dates
- govt.nz: dates for public holidays and anniversary days
- Te Ara: public holidays
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