China Public Holidays

China observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.

Overview

China observes a mix of public, national, and regional holidays throughout the year.

Some holidays are observed nationwide, while others may apply only to specific regions or communities.

Explore the holiday calendar for China by year below.

2026 holidays

A quick look at upcoming holidays in China.

DateDayHoliday
Jan 1ThursdayNew Year's Day
Feb 17TuesdayChinese New Year (Spring Festival)
May 1FridayLabour Day
Jun 19FridayDragon Boat Festival
Sep 25FridayMid-Autumn Festival
Oct 1ThursdayNational Day

Holiday calendar by year

Years are listed in ascending order.