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19 public holidays observed in Hong Kong during 2026. 4 school breaks shape travel demand. 11 long weekend opportunities.

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Long weekends

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January 2026

  1. Jan1

    New Year's Day

    Thursday

February 2026

  1. Feb17

    Lunar New Year Holidays

    Tuesday

  2. Feb18

    The Second Day of Lunar New Year

    Wednesday

  3. Feb19

    The Third Day of Lunar New Year

    Thursday

April 2026

  1. Apr3
    Good Friday

    Friday

  2. Apr4

    The day following Good Friday

    Saturday · Weekend

  3. Apr5
    Easter

    Sunday · Weekend

  4. Apr6
    Easter Monday

    Monday

  5. Apr6
    Ching Ming Festival

    Monday

  6. Apr7
    Easter Monday

    Tuesday

May 2026

  1. May1
    Labour Day

    Friday

  2. May25
    Buddha's Birthday

    Monday

June 2026

  1. Jun19

    Tuen Ng Festival

    Friday

July 2026

  1. Jul1

    Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day

    Wednesday

September 2026

  1. Sep26
    Mid-Autumn Festival

    Saturday · Weekend

October 2026

  1. Oct1

    National Day

    Thursday

  2. Oct19

    Chung Yeung Festival

    Monday

December 2026

  1. Dec25
    Christmas Day

    Friday

  2. Dec26

    The first weekday after Christmas Day

    Saturday · Weekend

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Long weekend opportunities

Smart windows to maximize your time off.

New Year's Day

Jan 1 – 4

4days off
Thu1★
Fri2↓ off
Sat3·
Sun4·

Take 1 day off → 4-day weekend

Lunar New Year Holidays

Feb 14 – 19

6days off
Sat14·
Sun15·
Mon16↓ off
Tue17★
Wed18★
Thu19★

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

Lunar New Year Holidays

Feb 17 – 19

3days off
Tue17★
Wed18★
Thu19★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Lunar New Year Holidays

Feb 17 – 22

6days off
Tue17★
Wed18★
Thu19★
Fri20↓ off
Sat21·
Sun22·

Take 1 day off → 6-day weekend

Good Friday

Apr 3 – 7

5days off
Fri3★
Sat4★
Sun5★
Mon6★
Tue7★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Labour Day

May 1 – 3

3days off
Fri1★
Sat2·
Sun3·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Buddha's Birthday

May 23 – 25

3days off
Sat23·
Sun24·
Mon25★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Tuen Ng Festival

Jun 19 – 21

3days off
Fri19★
Sat20·
Sun21·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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★

Falls naturally on a weekend.

Christmas Day

Dec 25 – 27

3days off
Fri25★
Sat26★
Sun27·

Falls naturally on a weekend.

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Choose a domestic or international Beevago pick for each upcoming break.

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School holidays 2026

When schools are closed — peak travel demand from families.

Dec24

Christmas Holidays

Dec 24 – Jan 3 · 11 days

Feb12–21

Lunar New Year Holidays

Feb 12–21 · 10 days

Apr3–11

Easter Holidays

Apr 3–11 · 9 days

Jul10

Summer Holidays

Jul 10 – Aug 31 · 53 days

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Frequently asked questions

What are the public holidays in Hong Kong in 2026?
Hong Kong observes 19 public holidays in 2026, including New Year's Day (January 1, 2026), Lunar New Year Holidays (February 17, 2026), The Second Day of Lunar New Year (February 18, 2026), The Third Day of Lunar New Year (February 19, 2026), Good Friday (April 3, 2026). See the full list above for exact dates.
How many public holidays does Hong Kong have in 2026?
Hong Kong observes 19 national public holidays in 2026. Some regions may add additional regional holidays on top.
When is New Year's Day in Hong Kong 2026?
New Year's Day in Hong Kong falls on January 1, 2026.
When is Lunar New Year Holidays in Hong Kong 2026?
Lunar New Year Holidays in Hong Kong falls on February 17, 2026.
When is The Second Day of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong 2026?
The Second Day of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong falls on February 18, 2026.
When is The Third Day of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong 2026?
The Third Day of Lunar New Year in Hong Kong falls on February 19, 2026.
When is Good Friday in Hong Kong 2026?
Good Friday in Hong Kong falls on April 3, 2026.
When is The day following Good Friday in Hong Kong 2026?
The day following Good Friday in Hong Kong falls on April 4, 2026.
When is Easter in Hong Kong 2026?
Easter in Hong Kong falls on April 5, 2026.
When is Easter Monday in Hong Kong 2026?
Easter Monday in Hong Kong falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Ching Ming Festival in Hong Kong 2026?
Ching Ming Festival in Hong Kong falls on April 6, 2026.
When is Labour Day in Hong Kong 2026?
Labour Day in Hong Kong falls on May 1, 2026.
When is Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong 2026?
Buddha's Birthday in Hong Kong falls on May 25, 2026.
When is Tuen Ng Festival in Hong Kong 2026?
Tuen Ng Festival in Hong Kong falls on June 19, 2026.
When is Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day in Hong Kong 2026?
Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day in Hong Kong falls on July 1, 2026.
When is Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong 2026?
Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong falls on September 26, 2026.
When is National Day in Hong Kong 2026?
National Day in Hong Kong falls on October 1, 2026.
When is Chung Yeung Festival in Hong Kong 2026?
Chung Yeung Festival in Hong Kong falls on October 19, 2026.
When is Christmas Day in Hong Kong 2026?
Christmas Day in Hong Kong falls on December 25, 2026.
When is The first weekday after Christmas Day in Hong Kong 2026?
The first weekday after Christmas Day in Hong Kong falls on December 26, 2026.
What happens when a public holiday falls on a weekend in Hong Kong?
Most public holidays in Hong Kong are observed only on the exact date. Some countries grant a substitute weekday off when a holiday lands on a Saturday or Sunday — check the notes for each holiday above.
Are banks closed on public holidays in Hong Kong?
Yes — most banks, public administration offices, and the stock exchange close on national public holidays. Some retail and tourism businesses stay open.
What is a "bridge day"?
A bridge day is a regular working day that falls between a public holiday and a weekend (e.g. a Friday after a Thursday holiday). Many people take this day off to extend the long weekend without using extra vacation.
Are these dates official for Hong Kong?
Dates are sourced from official government publications and the relevant ministries. Always confirm regional and local observances closer to your travel date — especially for substitute holidays and bank-only days.
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