Events and important dates
Important dates
Find our key semester dates and holidays. Some programmes may have slightly different start and end dates, so it’s best to check with your school administrator or lecturer.
2026 Graduation dates.
Please visit our graduation page for the latest graduation dates and information for guests and graduates.
2026 semester dates for certificate programmes
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 23 Feb – 10 April | Semester 1 (Term 1) |
| 11-April – 27 April | Holiday 1 |
| 28 April – 03 July | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 04 July – 19 July | Holiday 2 |
| 20 July – 25 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 26 September – 11 October | Holiday 3 |
| 12 October – 27 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
2026 semester dates for diploma/degree programmes
|
Date |
Event |
|---|---|
| 23 Feb – 10 April | Semester 1 (Term 1) |
| 11-April – 27 April | Holiday 1 |
| 28 April – 26 June | Semester 1 (Term 2) |
| 27 June – 19 July | Holiday 2 |
| 20 July – 25 September | Semester 2 (Term 3) |
| 26 Sep – 11 October | Holiday 3 |
| 12 October – 20 November | Semester 2 (Term 4) |
2026 Public Holidays and Anniversary Days
| Date | Event | Location affected |
|---|---|---|
|
Friday 6 February |
Waitangi Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 23 March |
Otago Anniversary Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Friday 3 April - Tuesday 7 April |
Easter |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 27 April |
ANZAC Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 1 June |
King's Birthday |
All campuses closed |
|
Friday 10 July |
Matariki |
All campuses closed |
|
Monday 26 October |
Labour Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Friday 25 December |
Christmas Day |
All campuses closed |
|
Saturday 26 December |
Boxing Day |
All campuses closed |
Contact us
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