Matariki public holiday
The Matariki public holiday, a national holiday on Friday 25 June 2027. Local events for 2027 are not published yet.
- when
- 25 June 2027
- where
- Queenstown
- cost
- Free
- kind of event
- Community
From Employment New Zealand, public holidays, checked 6 October 2026.
| When | Friday, 25 June 2027 |
| Where | District-wide |
| Cost | Varies by event |
| Good with kids | Yes |
| Organiser | Employment New Zealand (holiday dates) (opens in a new tab) |
What it changes in town
Public holiday long weekend; expect a busy town and ski fields
Getting there
In or near the town centre: most central stays are a walk away, and the Orbus town stops are at the Stanley Street hub, $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Routes and ride times: the bus guide. Every Orbus fare is $2.50 with a Bee Card.
Around the same time
- NZ Mountain Film and Book Festival (Queenstown)Thu, 24 Jun to Fri, 25 Jun 2027 · Queenstown Memorial Centre
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Source: Employment New Zealand, public holidays, checked 6 October 2026. The description is ours. Dates are New Zealand time and plans change: confirm with the organiser before you travel for an event, and if you spot a change email hello@queenstownpocket.com.