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China Festivals 2026

Q: When is Chinese New Year in 2026?

Chinese New Year, or Lunar New Year, falls on February 17, 2026. The official Spring Festival public-holiday period runs from February 15 to February 23.

Q: When is the Lantern Festival in China in 2026?

The Lantern Festival falls on March 3, 2026, the 15th day of the first lunar month.

Q: When is Qingming Festival in 2026?

Qingming Festival is observed on April 5, 2026, with the official public holiday period running from April 4 to April 6.

Q: When is the Dragon Boat Festival in 2026?

Dragon Boat Festival falls on June 19, 2026, the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. The official public holiday period is June 19 to June 21.

Q: When is Mid-Autumn Festival in 2026?

Mid-Autumn Festival falls on September 25, 2026, the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. The public holiday period is September 25 to September 27.

Q: What is the longest public holiday in China in 2026?

The Spring Festival public holiday period lasts nine days from February 15 to February 23, while National Day has a seven-day public holiday period from October 1 to October 7.

Explore major Chinese festivals, traditional celebrations, cultural events, ethnic festivals, public holidays and important dates throughout 2026. Discover festival dates, Chinese names, lunar-calendar dates, traditions, locations and cultural significance in one easy-to-use calendar.

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Chinese Festivals and Holidays 2026

China’s annual calendar combines Gregorian public holidays with traditional festivals based on the Chinese lunar calendar and solar terms. Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Qingming, Dragon Boat Festival, Qixi, Mid-Autumn Festival and Double Ninth are among the best-known traditional celebrations, while regional events showcase the cultural diversity of different provinces and ethnic communities.

This 2026 guide brings together national holidays, traditional festivals, cultural events and selected regional celebrations. Public-holiday ranges are shown separately from individual festival dates where appropriate.

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China Public Holidays 2026

Jan 1–3 New Year’s Day 3-day public holiday

Feb 15–23 Spring Festival 9-day public holiday

Apr 4–6 Qingming Festival 3-day public holiday

May 1–5 Labor Day 5-day public holiday

Jun 19–21 Dragon Boat Festival 3-day public holiday

Sep 25–27 Mid-Autumn Festival 3-day public holiday

Oct 1–7 National Day 7-day public holiday

Calendar note: China’s official holiday periods can include adjusted working days. In 2026, adjusted workdays include February 14, February 28, May 9, September 20 and October 10, with January 4 also designated as a working day.

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Traditional Lunar Festivals

Many of China’s most important cultural celebrations follow the lunar calendar, causing their Gregorian dates to change from year to year.

Regional Culture

Regional celebrations across Guangxi, Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Inner Mongolia, Xinjiang and other areas highlight China’s cultural diversity.

Public Holiday Planning

Official holiday periods are useful for travel planning, business schedules, family reunions and understanding seasonal travel demand.

Month by Month

Major China Festivals by Month

Festival Destinations

Popular Cities and Regions for Chinese Festivals

Beijing

Temple fairs, Spring Festival traditions, Lantern displays and National Day celebrations.

Shanghai

Lantern celebrations, Mid-Autumn activities and modern city-wide cultural events.

Harbin

International ice and snow celebrations and spectacular winter cultural activities.

Chengdu

Dragon Boat traditions, Qixi experiences, food culture and lively local celebrations.

Guizhou

Miao Sisters’ Meal Festival and Dong cultural traditions in mountain communities.

Yunnan

Water-Sprinkling, Torch Festival and diverse ethnic cultural celebrations.

Inner Mongolia

Naadam celebrations featuring traditional horse racing, wrestling and archery.

Guangxi

San Yue San and Panwang Festival traditions among Zhuang and Yao communities.

Planning Guide

Planning Around China Festivals in 2026

Check the lunar date

Traditional festivals such as Spring Festival, Lantern Festival, Dragon Boat, Qixi and Mid-Autumn use lunar-calendar dates.

Expect peak travel periods

Spring Festival and National Day are especially important nationwide travel periods and can create significant demand for transport and accommodation.

Separate festival dates from holiday ranges

A festival’s cultural date may be one day while the official public holiday surrounding it can cover several days.

Regional customs vary

Festival traditions, foods, performances and events can differ considerably between provinces and cultural communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

China Festivals 2026 FAQ

Helpful answers about Chinese festival dates, holidays and traditions.

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Calendar information: Festival dates based on lunar calendars, solar terms and regional traditions may differ in local observance. Public-holiday periods are shown separately from individual festival dates. Regional event schedules may change according to local organizers and annual announcements.