Hong Kong SAR China Public Holidays 2026
Hong Kong SAR China observes 17 public holidays in 2026. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
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All holidays in 2026
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Thursday | The first day of January | Public |
| Feb 17 | Tuesday | Lunar New Year’s Day | Public |
| Feb 18 | Wednesday | The second day of Lunar New Year | Public |
| Feb 19 | Thursday | The third day of Lunar New Year | Public |
| Apr 3 | Friday | Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 4 | Saturday | The day following Good Friday | Public |
| Apr 6 | Monday | The day following Ching Ming Festival | Public |
| Apr 7 | Tuesday | The day following Easter Monday | Public |
| May 1 | Friday | Labour Day | Public |
| May 25 | Monday | The day following Birthday of the Buddha | Public |
| Jun 19 | Friday | Tuen Ng Festival | Public |
| Jul 1 | Wednesday | Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day | Public |
| Sep 26 | Saturday | The day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival | Public |
| Oct 1 | Thursday | National Day | Public |
| Oct 19 | Monday | The day following Chung Yeung Festival | Public |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Christmas Day | Public |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | The first weekday after Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in Hong Kong SAR China
Public holidays in Hong Kong SAR China are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does Hong Kong SAR China have in 2026?
- Hong Kong SAR China has 17 nationwide public holidays in 2026, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- What is the next public holiday in Hong Kong SAR China?
- The next public holiday in Hong Kong SAR China is The day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival on September 26, 2026.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in Hong Kong SAR China?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in Hong Kong SAR China close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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