Official public holidays in China for 2027. Updated April 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 2027-01-01 | 1 day(s) | Public holiday |
| Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) | 2027-02-06 | 7 day(s) | Golden Week — Year of the Goat |
| Qingming Festival | 2027-04-05 | 1 day(s) | Traditional festival |
| Labour Day | 2027-05-01 | 5 day(s) | Golden Week |
| Dragon Boat Festival | 2027-06-09 | 3 day(s) | Traditional festival |
| National Day Golden Week | 2027-10-01 | 7 day(s) | Golden Week |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | 2027-10-15 | 3 day(s) | Traditional festival |
New Year's Day 2027.
Chinese New Year 2027 begins February 6, marking the Year of the Goat.
Tomb Sweeping Day 2027.
Labour Day 2027.
Dragon Boat Festival 2027.
National Day 2027.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2027.
China has two major Golden Week holiday periods — Chinese New Year (January/February) and National Day (1–7 October). During these periods, hundreds of millions of people travel within China. Book accommodation and transport months in advance if you plan to travel during Golden Week.
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