New Year's Day
Jan 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Long weekends
Long Weekends in Hong Kong 2026
6Long weekends
3Bridge days
30Total days off
3Vacation days to take
Take 3 vacation days this year and enjoy 30 days off in total.
Lunar New Year Holidays
Feb 17 – 19
3days off
Tue17★
Wed18↓ off
Thu19↓ off
3-day holiday period.
Easter
Apr 3 – 7
5days off
Fri3★
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Tue7↓ off
5-day holiday period.
Ching Ming Festival
Apr 4 – 6
3days off
Sat4·
Sun5·
Mon6★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Labour Day
May 1 – 3
3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Buddha's Birthday
May 23 – 25
3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Tuen Ng Festival
Jun 19 – 21
3days off
Fri19★
Sat20·
Sun21·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
National Day
Oct 1 – 4
4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·
Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend
Chung Yeung Festival
Oct 17 – 19
3days off
Sat17·
Sun18·
Mon19★
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
Christmas Day
Dec 25 – 27
3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·
Natural 3-day break — no vacation needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What is a long weekend in Hong Kong?
A long weekend in Hong Kong occurs when a public holiday falls on a Monday or Friday, giving you a 3-day weekend without using any vacation days.
What is a bridge day?
A bridge day is a working day between a public holiday and a weekend. Taking that one day off creates a stretch of 4 or more consecutive days off. For example, if a holiday falls on Thursday, taking Friday off gives you a 4-day weekend.
How many long weekend opportunities are there in Hong Kong in 2026?
In 2026, Hong Kong has 9 vacation extension opportunities — a combination of natural long weekends and bridge days.
When are the best long weekends to travel in Hong Kong in 2026?
The best long weekends for travel in Hong Kong depend on the season and your destination. Spring and autumn bridge days often offer the best mix of good weather and fewer crowds.