Public Holidays in Hong Kong
Upcoming Holidays
- May1
Labour Day
In 2 daysPublic - May5
Birthday of the Buddha
In 6 daysPublic - May31
Dragon Boat Festival
In 32 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(4 holidays)
- 1WedNew Year's DayPublic
- 29WedLunar New YearPublic
- 30ThuThe second day of the Lunar New YearPublic
- 31FriThe third day of the Lunar New YearPublic
April(5 holidays)
- 4FriQingming FestivalPublic
- 18FriGood FridayPublic
- 19SatEaster SaturdayPublic
- 20SunEaster SundayPublic
- 21MonEaster MondayPublic
May(3 holidays)
- 1ThuLabour DayPublic
- 5MonBirthday of the BuddhaPublic
- 31SatDragon Boat FestivalPublic
July(1 holiday)
- 1TueHong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment DayPublic
October(3 holidays)
- 1WedNational DayPublic
- 7TueThe day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn FestivalPublic
- 29WedChung Yeung FestivalPublic
December(2 holidays)
- 25ThuChristmas DayPublic
- 26FriThe first weekday after Christmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Hong Kong
Official public holidays in Hong Kong. These are designated non-working days when most businesses, schools, government offices, and financial institutions are closed. Understanding these holidays is essential for planning business operations, travel itineraries, and personal time off.
Holiday planning tips: Consider booking accommodations and transportation well in advance for major holidays. Many locals take extended vacations during key holiday periods, which can affect availability of services and create opportunities for longer breaks by strategically using your vacation days.
Maximize Your Vacation Days with Hong Kong Public Holidays 2025-2026
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 18 official public holidays in Hong Kong with your annual leave for extended vacations and long weekends. Create the perfect work-life balance by optimizing your time off around these key dates.