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Wellington Anniversary Day
Regional public holiday for Wellington, with a historic date of 22 January, observed on the Monday nearest 22 January; Monday 25 January in 2027.
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OrganiserEmployment New Zealand (MBIE)
ListingAdded by us from official sources
Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
Wellington's anniversary was celebrated on 22 January as early as 1843, marking the arrival of the first organised settler ships. 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 25 January 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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