Hong Kong's 2026 public holiday calendar is officially out, and with some clever planning, you can turn those 17 days off into some well-deserved vacation time – so we've done the math for you. This guide will show you exactly which days to take off, so you can enjoy a longer break while using fewer leave days. Whether you're planning a long Christmas vacation or simply want to squeeze out every possible long weekend, here's how you can make the most of every upcoming holiday in 2026.
Christmas & New Year 2025/26
- Public holidays: Dec 25-26 & Jan 1
- Take leave on: Dec 29-31 & Jan 2 (four days)
- Total days off: 11 days (Dec 25-Jan 4)
Chinese New Year 2026
- Public holidays: Feb 16-18
- Take leave on: Feb 16 & 20 (two days)
- Total days off: 9 days (Feb 14-22)
Easter & Ching Ming Festival 2026
- Public holidays: April 3-6
- Take leave on: April 8-10 (three days)
- Total days off: 10 days (April 3-12)
Labour Day 2026
- Public holidays: May 1
- Take leave on: April 27-30 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (April 25-May 3)
Buddha's Birthday 2026
- Public holidays: May 25
- Take leave on: May 26-29 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (May 23-31)
Dragon Boat Festival 2026
- Public holidays: June 19
- Take leave on: June 15-18 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (June 13-21)
HKSAR Establishment Day 2026
- Public holidays: July 1
- Take leave on: July 2-3 (two days)
- Total days off: 5 days (July 1-5)
Mid-Autumn Festival & National Day 2026
- Public holidays: Sept 28 & Oct 1
- Take leave on: Sept 28-30 & Oct 2 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (Sept 26-Oct 4)
Chung Yenug Festival 2026
- Public holidays: Oct 21
- Take leave on: Oct 20-23 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (Oct 17-25)
Christmas holiday 2026
- Public holidays: Dec 25-26
- Take leave on: Dec 21-24 (four days)
- Total days off: 9 days (Dec 19-27)
Final tips for maximising leave in 2026
- Best for longest breaks: Christmas/New Year, Easter
- Least leave needed: Chinese New Year – only two leave days for nine days off)
- Plan ahead: Book your flight and accommodation early for peak holiday seasons like Chinese New Year, Christmas, and Easter
Long weekend trip ideas
Even if you're not going away for a big vacation, there are plenty of short-haul destinations that are perfect for long weekends. Check out these reads below:
- 5 best cities in China for a quick weekend getaway
- 11 must-see historic landmarks in Macau
- Hong Kong to Shenzhen: complete transport & customs guide
- The 11 best cafes and coffee shops in Macau
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