New Zealand School Holidays 2026
This page contains a calendar of all 2026 school holidays and term dates for New Zealand. These dates are unlikely to be modified by the Ministry of Education. However, please check back regularly for any updates that may occur.
In 2026, Term 1 starts between 26 January 2026 (Monday) and 9 February 2026 (Monday).
| School Holidays | Starts | Finishes |
|---|---|---|
| Term 1 Holidays | 3 Apr 2026 (Fri) | 19 Apr 2026 (Sun) |
| Term 2 Holidays | 4 Jul 2026 (Sat) | 19 Jul 2026 (Sun) |
| Term 3 Holidays | 26 Sep 2026 (Sat) | 11 Oct 2026 (Sun) |
| Term 4 Holidays | 19 Dec 2026 (Sat) |
Please visit education.govt.nz for the original release of the 2026 approved calendar.