Public Holidays in Hong Kong
Upcoming Holidays
- Feb17
Lunar New Year’s Day
In 11 daysPublic - Feb18
The second day of Lunar New Year
In 12 daysPublic - Feb19
The third day of Lunar New Year
In 13 daysPublic
Holiday Calendar
January(1 holiday)
- 1ThuThe first day of JanuaryPublic
February(3 holidays)
- 17TueLunar New Year’s DayPublic
- 18WedThe second day of Lunar New YearPublic
- 19ThuThe third day of Lunar New YearPublic
April(4 holidays)
- 3FriGood FridayPublic
- 4SatThe day following Good FridayPublic
- 6MonEaster MondayPublic
- 6MonThe day following Ching Ming FestivalPublic
May(2 holidays)
- 1FriLabour DayPublic
- 25MonThe day following Birthday of the BuddhaPublic
June(1 holiday)
- 19FriTuen Ng FestivalPublic
July(1 holiday)
- 1WedHong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment DayPublic
September(1 holiday)
- 26SatThe day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn FestivalPublic
October(2 holidays)
- 1ThuNational DayPublic
- 19MonThe day following Chung Yeung FestivalPublic
December(2 holidays)
- 25FriChristmas DayPublic
- 26SatThe first weekday after Christmas DayPublic
Holiday Types
About National Holidays in Hong Kong
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 2026-2027
This strategic holiday planner shows how to combine 17 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.