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Canterbury Anniversary Day

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About Canterbury Anniversary Day

Canterbury Anniversary Day commemorates the arrival of the first four ships carrying European settlers to the Canterbury region of New Zealand in 1850. It serves as a regional public holiday celebrated by the local community with parades, agricultural shows, and cultural festivities. The day honors the historical establishment and development of the region.

Vast snow-capped mountains rise above a dry landscape
Photo by Samuel Harrington on UnsplashUpdated 6 Nov 2026

When is Canterbury Anniversary Day in New Zealand?

Canterbury Anniversary Day dates from 2023 to 2031

  • 2023Friday, 17 NovemberPast
  • 2024Friday, 15 NovemberPast
  • 2025Friday, 14 NovemberPast
  • 2026Friday, 13 November in 7 days
  • 2027Friday, 12 Novemberin 371 days
  • 2028Friday, 17 Novemberin 742 days
  • 2029Friday, 16 Novemberin 1106 days
  • 2030Friday, 15 Novemberin 1470 days
  • 2031Friday, 14 Novemberin 1834 days

November 2026

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