School holidays · China
Shanghai · 2026
2 school breaks in Shanghai during 2026. Longest is 62 days (Summer Break).
Next school break
Summer Break
Jul 1 – Aug 31 · 62 days
26
days away
All 2026 school breaks
2 totalListCalendar
Feb2
Winter Break
Feb 2 – 27 · 26 days
26d
Jul1
Summer Break
Jul 1 – Aug 31 · 62 days
62d
LegendPublic holidaySchool breakBridge day opportunityWeekend
January 2026
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1New Year Holiday🌉 4d
2Bridge day → New Year Holiday
February 2026
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15Spring Festival
2–27Winter Break
March 2026
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May 2026
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19Dragon Boat Festival📅 3d
July 2026
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1–Aug 31Summer Break
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October 2026
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1National Day Holiday🌉 4d
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November 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 Shanghai 2026?
Shanghai 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 Shanghai have in 2026?
Shanghai 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 Shanghai 2026?
The winter school break in Shanghai runs February 2, 2026 – February 27, 2026.
When is the summer school break in Shanghai 2026?
The summer school break in Shanghai runs July 1, 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 Shanghai. See the source link below for the official publication.