Easter Saturday

Nationwide public holiday in Papua New Guinea Religious

Next Easter Saturday

Saturday, 8 April 2023

Dates

YearDateWeekdayNotes
20238 AprilSaturdayNationwide

Where it applies

Everywhere in Papua New Guinea.

Is it a day off?

Yes. It is an official public holiday, so most employees have the day off. Government offices, schools and many businesses are usually closed; shops, restaurants and public transport may keep reduced hours. Check local announcements for opening times.

Make it longer

Fri 7 Apr – Mon 10 Apr is a 4-day weekend with no leave needed.

Plan more breaks with the leave planner.

Typical weather in Port Moresby around 8 April: high 28°C (83°F), low 23°C (73°F), rain on 47% of days.

Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Port Moresby. Past averages, not a forecast.

Coming up next in Papua New Guinea

Easter Sunday

Sunday, 9 April 2023

Easter Saturday in other countries

More for Papua New Guinea

All public holidays in Papua New Guinea by year:

Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.