From Vivid Sydneyto the Goroka Show.
26 festivals and public holidays for 9 countries in Oceania, with dates, local customs and where to stay.
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In date order. Festivals without confirmed dates show the month they ran last time.
Australian Open 2027
11–31 Jan 2027AUAustralia
FRINGE WORLD 2027
20 Jan – 14 Feb 2027AUAustralia
Waitangi Day
6 Feb 2027NZNew Zealand
Sydney Mardi Gras
12 Feb – 7 Mar 2027AUAustralia
Adelaide Fringe Festival
19 Feb – 21 Mar 2027AUAustralia
WOMADelaide
5–8 Mar 2027AUAustralia
Hokitika Wildfoods Festival
13 Mar 2027NZNew Zealand
Pasifika Festival
13–14 Mar 2027NZNew Zealand
Melbourne Comedy Festival
24 Mar – 18 Apr 2027AUAustralia
Australian Grand Prix
1–4 Apr 2027AUAustralia
Vivid Sydney
28 May – 19 Jun 2027AUAustralia
Ekka - The Royal Queensland Show
7–15 Aug 2027AUAustraliaDays off ahead
The next public and bank holidays across 9 countries in Oceania. Banks and many shops close; trains and hotels fill up.
- 11NovArmistice DayPFFrench Polynesia
In 7 days - 11NovArmistice DayNCNew Caledonia
In 7 days - 11NovArmistice DayWFWallis and Futuna
In 7 days - 20NovMaori New YearPFFrench Polynesia
In 16 days - 25NovThanksgiving DayNFNorfolk Island
In 21 days - 7DecAnniversary of the Coronation of H.M. King George Tupou ITOTonga
In 33 days - 25DecChristmas DayAUAustralia
In 51 days - 25DecChristmas DayFJFiji
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9 countries with festivals
Each country page has its festivals and its full public holiday calendar.
How the holidays are celebrated
Anzac Day
Anzac Day, observed on April 25th, is a solemn day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, honoring all who served and died in wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations. It commemorates the Gallipoli campaign and has evolved to recognize the sacrifices of all military personnel, fostering a deep sense of national pride and reflection.
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Australia Day
Australia Day, celebrated on January 26th, marks the 1788 arrival of the First Fleet. It's a day of national pride and reflection on Australia's diverse society and achievements, though it also acknowledges the complex history and impact on Indigenous Australians, sparking ongoing discussions about its observance and meaning.
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Fiji Day
Fiji Day, celebrated annually on October 10th, commemorates Fiji's independence from British rule in 1970. It's a vibrant national holiday marked by a week of festivities, known as Fiji Week, celebrating the nation's rich cultural diversity, unity, and historical journey towards self-governance.
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Matariki
Matariki, the Māori New Year, is celebrated in New Zealand with the first rising of the Pleiades star cluster in late June or early July. It's a time for reflection, remembrance, and planning for the future, marked by cultural events, family gatherings, and a deep connection to Māori traditions and the natural world.
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