Holidays in China

Tips to help you plan your holidays in China.

holidays in China

Holidays in China

Chinese public holidays follow both the lunar and solar calendars, making their dates variable from year to year.

Traditional Chinese festivals like Spring Festival (Chinese New Year), Qingming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival are based on the lunar calendar, so their dates change annually on the Western calendar.

Some holidays have fixed dates, such as New Year's Day (January 1), Labor Day (May 1), and National Day (October 1).

Travel Tips During Chinese Holidays

Transportation and Accommodation:

  • Book your travel arrangements well in advance during holiday periods
  • Train tickets, flights, and hotels are often in high demand
  • For train travel, booking 15 days ahead is recommended
  • Plan carefully if you're traveling during holiday seasons

Tourist Attractions:

  • Popular tourist sites can be extremely crowded during holidays
  • Some attractions may limit visitor numbers
  • Expect longer waiting times and larger crowds

Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) Special Considerations:

  • Many Chinese people return home during this period
  • Most local shops and restaurants in cities will be closed
  • However, in major cities:
    • Food delivery services usually remain available
    • Chain stores often stay open
    • It's advisable to plan meals and activities in advance

Official China Public Holiday 2025 schedule

For more information, please visit the China Public Holiday 2025.

2025 China Holidays
  • New Year (Jan)

    • January 1, 2025 (1 day)
  • Spring Festival (Chinese New Year) (Jan-Feb)

    • January 28 to February 4, 2025 (8 days)
    • Adjusted working days: January 26, 2025 (Sunday) and February 8, 2025 (Saturday)
  • Tomb Sweeping Festival (Ching Ming Festival) (Apr)

    • April 4 to April 6, 2025 (3 days)
  • Labor Day (May)

    • May 1 to May 5, 2025 (5 days)
    • Adjusted working days: April 27, 2025 (Sunday)
  • Dragon Boat Festival (May-Jun)

    • May 31 to June 2, 2025 (3 days)
  • Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day (Oct)

    • October 1 to October 8, 2025 (8 days)
    • Adjusted working days: September 28, 2025 (Sunday) and October 11, 2025 (Saturday)