King's Birthday in New Zealand, , honors the reigning monarch (currently King Charles III) and includes official ceremonies, the Honours List, and community celebrations, while also serving as a valued long weekend for the public.

When is King's Day?

King's Day is celebrated on the first Monday in June every year.

The following is the list of King's Day from 2020 to 2049.

The History of King's Day?

The tradition of celebrating the monarch's birthday in New Zealand dates back to the 19th century, when the country was a British colony. Early observances were held on the actual birthday of the reigning monarch, with ceremonies, parades, and official functions marking the occasion.

Because each monarch had a different birthday, the holiday date changed over time, which was inconvenient for planning public events.

In 1937, during the reign of King George VI, New Zealand adopted the practice of celebrating the monarch's "official birthday" on the first Monday in June.

This mirrored the United Kingdom, which had already established a similar tradition, ensuring a consistent annual public holiday regardless of the sovereign's real birth date.

Under Queen Elizabeth II (1952–2022), the holiday was known as Queen's Birthday and became one of New Zealand's most enduring public holidays.

It was marked by the release of the Queen's Birthday Honours List, recognizing New Zealanders for achievements in public service, arts, sports, and other fields.

With the accession of King Charles III in 2022, the holiday was renamed King's Birthday. Today, the King's Birthday (first Monday in June) remains a national public holiday in New Zealand.