Day off for Independence Day in Papua New Guinea
In 2026, Day off for Independence Day falls on Wednesday, 16 September 2026.
About Day off for Independence Day
This public holiday serves as a compensatory day off following the official observance of Papua New Guinea's Independence Day. It allows the public to continue celebrating the nation's sovereignty, which was gained from Australia on September 16, 1975. The day is marked by community gatherings, cultural performances, and patriotic festivities.
Day off for Independence Day dates in Papua New Guinea
Observance dates for Day off for Independence Day across a 10-year window (2023-2031).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 15 Sep 2023 | Friday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2024 | 16 Sep 2024 | Monday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2025 | 16 Sep 2025 | Tuesday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2026This year | 16 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2027 | 16 Sep 2027 | Thursday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2028 | 16 Sep 2028 | Saturday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2029 | 16 Sep 2029 | Sunday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2030 | 16 Sep 2030 | Monday | Day off for Independence Day |
| 2031 | 16 Sep 2031 | Tuesday | Day off for Independence Day |
15 Sep 2023
Friday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2024
Monday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2025
Tuesday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2026
Wednesday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2027
Thursday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2028
Saturday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2029
Sunday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2030
Monday · Day off for Independence Day
16 Sep 2031
Tuesday · Day off for Independence Day
