China Holidays Guide 2026: Vacation & Attraction Recommendations

The holiday schedule for the Chinese mainland in 2026 has been announced! The following is a detailed arrangement of annual leave for the Chinese mainland in 2026, a leave application guide, and some good places to go during the vacation, to help you make the most of these holidays.

2026 China Holiday Guides | Holiday Calendar

China Popular Holidays 2026

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2026 China Holiday | New Year's Day​

There will be a three-day holiday from Thursday, January 1st to Saturday, January 3rd. Sunday, January 4th will be a compensatory day off. Although it's only three days, you can choose a short trip or participate in the New Year's Eve activities in the city. If you take a three-day leave (December 29th to 31st), you can enjoy an 8-day mini-holiday, which is suitable for domestic short trips or overseas vacations.

2026 China Holiday | Spring Festival​

There will be a holiday from February 15th (the 28th day of the 12th lunar month, Sunday) to February 23rd (the 7th day of the 1st lunar month, Monday), totaling 9 days. We will be working on February 14th (Saturday) and February 28th (Saturday). This is the longest holiday of the year, suitable for going home for family reunions or taking long trips.

2026 China Holiday | Qingming Festival​

There will be a three-day holiday from April 4th (Saturday) to 6th (Monday). This marks the beginning of spring and is suitable for outdoor outings or short trips. You can plan to visit a natural scenic area to enjoy the breath of spring.

2026 China Holiday | Labor Day​

There will be a five-day holiday from May 1st (Friday) to May 5th (Tuesday). Work on May 9th (Saturday). This is another vacation suitable for long-distance travel. You can choose either a domestic in-depth tour or an overseas trip to experience different cultures and landscapes.

2026 China Holiday | Dragon Boat Festival​

There will be a three-day holiday from Friday, June 19th to Sunday, June 21st. This holiday is suitable for cultural exploration, such as visiting historical sites or participating in traditional activities like dragon boat races.

2026 China Holiday | Mid-Autumn Festival​

There will be a three-day holiday from Friday, September 25th to Sunday, September 27th. This holiday is perfect for family reunions, moon-gazing and tea tasting, or going to the countryside to enjoy the beautiful autumn night scenery. Don't forget to taste all kinds of mooncakes and feel the festive atmosphere of reunion and harvest.

2026 China Holiday | National Day​

There will be a 7-day holiday from Thursday, October 1st to Wednesday, October 7th. We will be working on September 20th (Sunday) and October 10th (Saturday). This is the longest vacation of the year and is suitable for a long trip. You can choose a domestic in-depth tour or take this opportunity to travel abroad and explore more distant places.

China Holiday 2026 | Best Places to Visit in China During Spring

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Spring (March - May) is one of the best seasons to travel in China — comfortable weather, blooming flowers, and vibrant scenery.

China Holiday 2026 | Best Places to Visit in China During Summer

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Summer (June - August) is hot and humid in much of China, so head to mountainous regions, plateaus, or coastal areas to escape the heat.

China Holiday 2026 | Best Places to Visit in China During Autumn

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Autumn (September - November) offers clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and stunning fall foliage — a photographer’s dream.

China Holiday 2026 | Best Places to Visit in China During Winter

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Winter (December - February) in China can be cold, but it offers unique snowy landscapes, ice festivals, and warmer tropical escapes.

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