Independence Day
Nationwide public holiday in Papua New Guinea
Dates
| Year | Date | Weekday | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 September | Wednesday | Nationwide |
| 2027 | 16 September | Thursday | Nationwide |
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
Take Friday 17 September off and get 4 days in a row (Thu 16 Sep – Sun 19 Sep).
Plan more breaks with the leave planner.
Typical weather in Port Moresby around 16 September: high 32°C (90°F), low 21°C (70°F), rain on 21% of days.
Averages for 2015–2024, 3 days either side of the date, for the area around Port Moresby. Past averages, not a forecast.
Forecast for Thursday 16 September in Port Moresby: (MET Norway)
Coming up next in Papua New Guinea
Saturday, 25 December 2027
Independence Day in other countries
American Samoa
Guam
Micronesia
Nauru
Northern Mariana Islands
Palau
Samoa
Solomon Islands
United States Minor Outlying Islands
Vanuatu
Åland Islands
Algeria
More for Papua New Guinea
Holiday dates are for general information and can change. Official government announcements take precedence.