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School holidays · China

Beijing ·

2 school breaks in Beijing during 2026. Longest is 55 days (Summer Break).

School breaks

2

Total off-days

92

Longest break

55 d

Next break

In 33 days

Next school break

Summer Break

Jul 8 – Aug 31 · 55 days

33

days away

All 2026 school breaks

2 total
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Jan24

Winter Break

Jan 24 – Mar 1 · 37 days

37d
Jul8

Summer Break

Jul 8 – Aug 31 · 55 days

55d

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Public holidays in 2026

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Jan1

New Year Holiday

Feb15

Spring Festival

Apr4

Ching Ming Festival

Jun19

Dragon Boat Festival

Sep25

Mid-Autumn Festival

Oct1

National Day Holiday

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Important school holiday information · China

General information

  • Schools are closed on all public holidays in addition to the listed school holiday periods
  • School holiday dates vary by city. Select your city for specific dates.

Frequently asked questions

When are school holidays in Beijing 2026?
Beijing schools have 2 break periods throughout 2026. See the month-by-month timeline above for each break's start and end dates.
How many school breaks does Beijing have in 2026?
Beijing schools observe 2 break periods in 2026, including national holidays and seasonal breaks. Exact dates may vary by region or school zone.
When is the winter school break in Beijing 2026?
The winter school break in Beijing runs January 24, 2026 – March 1, 2026.
When is the summer school break in Beijing 2026?
The summer school break in Beijing runs July 8, 2026 – August 31, 2026.
Why do school holiday dates differ by region?
Many countries stagger school holidays across regions or zones to avoid simultaneous travel demand. France, the Netherlands, Germany, and others use this approach.
When is the best time to travel around school holidays?
Prices and crowds spike during school breaks. Traveling 1–2 weeks before or after a break — when other regions are still in school — typically offers better availability and lower prices.
Where does this calendar come from?
Data is sourced from the national education ministry of Beijing. See the source link below for the official publication.

School calendar dates published by national education ministries. Always confirm with your local school for the official calendar.