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Public Holiday Calendar · 2026

China Public Holidays 2026

The full 2026 public holiday calendar for China: exact dates, weekdays, and the long weekends worth booking a trip around.

6
Holidays
3
Long weekends
2026
Year
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1THU
New Year's Day
元旦
Bridge day
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17TUE
Chinese New Year (Spring Festival)
春节
Bridge day
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1FRI
Labour Day
劳动节
Long weekend
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19FRI
Dragon Boat Festival
端午节
Long weekend
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25FRI
Mid-Autumn Festival
中秋节
Long weekend
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1THU
National Day
国庆节
Bridge day

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This is the complete China public holiday calendar for 2026. China has 6 public holidays in 2026, including 3 long weekends: public holidays that fall on a Monday or Friday, perfect for a short trip. Every date below shows the day of the week so you can plan around it.

Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in China in 2026?

China has 6 public holidays in 2026. The first is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The calendar above lists every date, grouped by month with the day of the week.

How many long weekends does China have in 2026?

China has 3 long weekends in 2026 in this view: public holidays that land on a Monday or Friday. Tap “Long weekends only” to see just those dates.

When is the next public holiday in China?

The first 2026 public holiday in China is New Year's Day on Thursday, 1 January 2026. The full month-by-month calendar is shown above.