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China Public Holidays 2023

This page contains a national calendar of all 2023 public holidays. These dates may be modified as official changes are announced, so please check back regularly for updates.

DateDayHoliday
1 Jan to 2 JanSun to MonNew Year Holiday
21 Jan to 27 JanSat to FriSpring Festival
5 AprWedChing Ming Festival
29 Apr to 3 MaySat to WedLabour Day Holiday
22 Jun to 24 JunThu to SatDragon Boat Festival
29 Sep to 30 SepFri to SatMid-Autumn Festival
1 Oct to 6 OctSun to FriNational Day Holiday
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The State Council also provides public holidays for specific social groups:

DateDayHoliday
8 MarWedInternational Women's Day *
4 MayThuYouth Day *
1 JunThuChildren's Day *
1 AugTueArmy Day *

Note:
— International Women’s Day is observed for half day by women only.
— Youth Day is observed for half day by youths between age 14 to 28.
— Children’s Day is observed for a full day by children below age 14.
— Army Day is observed for half day by military personnel in active service.