Taranaki Anniversary Day is a public holiday in the Taranaki region of New Zealand. It is celebrated on the third Monday of March each year. In 2024, Taranaki Anniversary Day will be celebrated on March 11th.

Taranaki Anniversary Day commemorates the arrival of the first European settlers in the Taranaki region in 1842. The settlers were led by William Wakefield, who founded the New Plymouth settlement.

Taranaki Anniversary Day is a day for celebrating the history and culture of the Taranaki region. There are many events and activities held throughout the region, including:

• Waitara Festival: The Waitara Festival is a cultural festival that celebrates the history and culture of the Waitara district. The festival includes kapa haka performances, food stalls, and arts and crafts.
• Taranaki Arts Festival: The Taranaki Arts Festival is a biennial arts festival that features a variety of events, including theater productions, music performances, and visual art exhibitions.
• Taranaki Garden Festival: The Taranaki Garden Festival is a festival that showcases the best of Taranaki's gardens. The festival includes garden tours, workshops, and demonstrations.

Taranaki Anniversary Day is a great time to visit the Taranaki region. The region is home to a variety of natural attractions, including Mount Taranaki, the Pouakai Ranges, and the Whanganui River. There are also many historical and cultural attractions in the region, such as the Waitara Treaty House and the Puke Ariki Museum.

Here are some additional facts about Taranaki Anniversary Day:

• Taranaki Anniversary Day is a public holiday in the Taranaki region only.
• Taranaki Anniversary Day is not a national holiday in New Zealand.
• The first Taranaki Anniversary Day was celebrated in 1843.
• Taranaki Anniversary Day is a day for celebrating the history and culture of the Taranaki region.
• There are many events and activities held throughout the Taranaki region on Taranaki Anniversary Day.