2026 observed date
Monday, 30 November 2026
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2026 and 2027 regional public holiday
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day, observed in Rēkohu and the Chatham Islands, is usually placed on the Monday nearest to 30 November.
Chatham Islands date guide
Observed anniversary dates
The historic anniversary date is 30 November. The dates people normally need for work and leave planning are the locally observed dates.
Usual rule
Usually the Monday closest to 30 November.
2027 observed date
Monday, 29 November 2027
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Planning information: The listed observed date does not by itself determine an employee’s entitlement, payment or day off. Check the otherwise-working-day rules and your employment arrangements.
Where Chatham Islands Anniversary Day may apply
This is a distinct local anniversary observance for the Chatham Islands rather than an extension of a mainland provincial holiday.
RēkohuChatham IslandsWaitangi
What to confirm locally
The islands have their own local calendar context. Confirm workplace and service arrangements directly when the date affects travel, freight or business opening hours.
Provincial anniversary holidays are based on historic boundaries and established local observance. If the workplace location, roster or employment agreement makes the answer unclear, ask the employer which date has been applied consistently.
Planning around Chatham Islands Anniversary
The Monday observance normally creates a late-November or early-December long weekend. Island transport schedules and operating hours may require earlier planning.
Once the date is confirmed, use the annual-leave planner to compare the adjacent weekend and any working days you may want to request. Leave still requires approval.
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day FAQs
When is Chatham Islands Anniversary Day in 2026?
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day is listed for Monday, 30 November 2026 in 2026. Confirm that this local observance applies to your workplace.
When is Chatham Islands Anniversary Day in 2027?
Chatham Islands Anniversary Day is listed for Monday, 29 November 2027 in 2027. Check with your employer or local council before relying on the date.
What is the actual Chatham Islands anniversary date?
The historic anniversary date is 30 November. The public holiday is commonly observed on a different date: Usually the Monday closest to 30 November.
Is Chatham Islands Anniversary Day a public holiday?
The locally observed provincial anniversary day is a public holiday. An employee’s day off and payment depend on whether it is otherwise a working day and on the applicable employment rules.
Does Chatham Islands Anniversary Day apply everywhere nearby?
Not necessarily. Anniversary areas follow former provinces and local custom rather than today’s administrative boundaries. Confirm uncertain locations with the employer or local council.
Official date guidance
Employment New Zealand publishes observed anniversary dates and explains employment-related public-holiday rules. Te Ara documents the historic provincial system and common observance patterns.