Official public holidays in China for 2028. Updated April 2026.
| Holiday | Date | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | 2028-01-01 | 1 day(s) | Public holiday |
| Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) | 2028-01-26 | 7 day(s) | Golden Week — Year of the Monkey |
| Qingming Festival | 2028-04-04 | 1 day(s) | Traditional festival |
| Labour Day | 2028-05-01 | 5 day(s) | Golden Week |
| Dragon Boat Festival | 2028-05-28 | 3 day(s) | Traditional festival |
| National Day Golden Week | 2028-10-01 | 7 day(s) | Golden Week |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | 2028-10-03 | 3 day(s) | Traditional festival |
New Year's Day 2028.
Chinese New Year 2028 begins January 26, marking the Year of the Monkey.
Tomb Sweeping Day 2028.
Labour Day 2028.
Dragon Boat Festival 2028.
National Day 2028.
Mid-Autumn Festival 2028. Close to National Day.
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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