This page contains the list of all important Holidays and Observances in Papua New Guinea in 2026. Public holidays are special days that everyone gets off work, while observances are traditional celebrations and events that are popular in a particular country without a day-off work status. Some dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check this page in advance before visiting Papua New Guinea.
Holiday name | Holiday location / Date | Holiday type |
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New Year's Day | Papua New Guinea January 1 2026, Thursday |
National |
March Equinox | Papua New Guinea March 21 2026, Saturday |
Seasonal |
Good Friday | Papua New Guinea April 3 2026, Friday |
National |
Holy Saturday | Papua New Guinea April 4 2026, Saturday |
National |
Easter Sunday | Papua New Guinea April 5 2026, Sunday |
Local holiday |
Easter Monday | Papua New Guinea April 6 2026, Monday |
National |
Queen's Birthday | Papua New Guinea June 8 2026, Monday |
National |
June Solstice | Papua New Guinea June 21 2026, Sunday |
Seasonal |
National Remembrance Day | Papua New Guinea July 23 2026, Thursday |
National |
National Day of Repentance | Papua New Guinea August 26 2026, Wednesday |
National |
Independence Day | Papua New Guinea September 16 2026, Wednesday |
National |
September Equinox | Papua New Guinea September 23 2026, Wednesday |
Seasonal |
December Solstice | Papua New Guinea December 22 2026, Tuesday |
Seasonal |
Christmas Day | Papua New Guinea December 25 2026, Friday |
National |
Boxing Day | Papua New Guinea December 26 2026, Saturday |
National |