← → The following lists events that happened during 1876 in New Zealand.

The 1875 general election, which started on 29 December, concludes on 4 January.

Premier Atkinson abolishes the New Zealand provincial system on 1 November.

[4] The first interclub competition in the country is held between the Dunedin and Fernhill clubs.

[4] Ballinger Belt – Private J. Willocks (Clutha)[6] Media related to 1876 in New Zealand at Wikimedia Commons