Hong Kong Public Holidays 2026: Calendar, Dates & Celebrations

We’ve rounded up Hong Kong’s public holidays and long weekends for 2027 in an easy-to-understand guide. Use this year-round calendar of Hong Kong’s public holidays and long weekends to plan your trips. Let’s make 2027 a fulfilling year!

Hong Kong Public Holidays 2027 Calendar

List of Hong Kong Public Holidays and Long Weekends 2027

We’ve compiled a table of Hong Kong’s public holidays and long weekends for 2026. Please note this when traveling to Hong Kong.

Hong Kong's statutory holidays are separately defined under the Employment Ordinance. For 2027, there are 15 statutory holidays, including Easter Monday. When a specified Lunar New Year holiday falls on Sunday, a substitute statutory holiday applies.

Are Attractions and Shops Open on Hong Kong Public Holidays?

Government & Essential Services

• Government offices, banks, and post offices are fully closed on all public holidays . ATMs work 24/7, and online banking is available, but in-person bank services stop—withdraw cash in advance if needed.
• Public hospitals and emergency services (ambulances, police, fire) operate normally. Private clinics are usually closed, so save non-urgent medical needs for weekdays .
• Utility services (water, electricity) are uninterrupted—report emergencies via 24-hour hotlines (e.g., Water Supplies Department: 2824 5000) .

Shops & Attractions

• Big malls (Harbour City, Causeway Bay Plaza) and convenience stores (7-Eleven, Circle K) stay open—many have extended hours (10am–10pm) on holidays .
• Small local shops (especially in cultural districts like Chinatown or Little India) may close for 1–2 days during their community’s main festival (e.g., Lunar New Year for Chinese shops) .
• Museums: Most LCSD museums are open (10am–7pm or 9pm) but closed on their regular weekly day off (e.g., Tuesdays for Hong Kong Museum of History) unless the holiday falls on that day . The first two days of Lunar New Year are closed for most museums .

Transport

• MTR, buses, and trams run on holiday schedules—fewer frequencies than weekdays but still reliable . On major holidays (Lunar New Year, National Day), services may extend late (until midnight or 1am).
• Cross-boundary transport (Shenzhen Bay Port, Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge) adds extra services during peak holidays to handle mainland travel demand .
• Road closures: Expect temporary closures near cemeteries (Ching Ming, Chung Yeung) and festival venues (Marina Bay for National Day, Tsim Sha Tsui for Lunar New Year parade)—use public transport instead of driving.

January 1 (Fri): New Year's Day

New Year's Day falls on January 1 on the Gregorian calendar. In Hong Kong, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day are marked by countdown celebrations, fireworks, and festive events, especially around Victoria Harbour. As Lunar New Year is traditionally the more important festival in Hong Kong, many shops, restaurants, and attractions remain open as usual on New Year's Day.

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February 6–9: Lunar New Year

Lunar New Year is one of the most important festivals in Hong Kong. In 2027, Lunar New Year's Day falls on Saturday, February 6, with public holidays continuing on February 8 and 9.

During the festival, Hong Kong comes alive with flower markets, festive decorations, family gatherings, lion dances, and traditional celebrations. Popular shopping districts and tourist attractions can be especially busy, so booking hotels and transportation early is recommended.

March 26–29: Easter Holidays

Easter creates a long holiday period in Hong Kong in 2027. Good Friday falls on March 26, followed by the day after Good Friday on March 27 and Easter Monday on March 29.

Many residents use the Easter break for short trips, while visitors can enjoy Hong Kong's attractions, shopping malls, restaurants, and theme parks. Since Easter Monday became a statutory holiday in 2026, it remains part of the statutory holiday schedule in 2027.

April 5 (Mon): Ching Ming Festival

Ching Ming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, falls on Monday, April 5, 2027. It is a traditional Chinese festival when families visit ancestral graves, pay their respects, and remember their ancestors.

Travelers visiting Hong Kong during this period can still enjoy most attractions, but some areas and transportation routes may be busier than usual.

May 1 (Sat): Labour Day

Labour Day falls on Saturday, May 1, 2027. It is a public holiday in Hong Kong and coincides with the wider Labour Day holiday period in mainland China.

Hong Kong's shopping malls, restaurants, and tourist attractions generally remain open, although popular areas can become busier during the holiday period.

June 9 (Wed): Tuen Ng Festival

The Tuen Ng Festival, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, falls on Wednesday, June 9, 2027. The festival is famous for dragon boat races and traditional rice dumplings known as zongzi.

Visitors can experience dragon boat races at locations around Hong Kong, including Stanley and other waterfront areas. It is a great time to experience one of Hong Kong's most distinctive traditional festivals.

July 1 (Thu): HKSAR Establishment Day

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Establishment Day falls on Thursday, July 1, 2027. The day marks the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 1997.

Government buildings and some businesses may have special arrangements, while major tourist attractions, shopping malls, and restaurants generally continue to operate.

September 16 (Thu): The Day Following the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival

The day following the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival is a public holiday in Hong Kong and falls on Thursday, September 16, 2027.

The Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated with lanterns, family gatherings, mooncakes, and evening activities. Travelers can enjoy festive decorations and illuminated displays throughout the city.

October 1 (Fri): National Day

National Day falls on Friday, October 1, 2027. It commemorates the founding of the People's Republic of China and is one of Hong Kong's major public holidays.

The holiday creates a long weekend in 2027, making it a popular period for travel. Visitors should expect larger crowds at major attractions and book hotels and transportation in advance.

October 8 (Fri): Chung Yeung Festival

Chung Yeung Festival falls on Friday, October 8, 2027. Like Ching Ming Festival, it is traditionally associated with honoring ancestors and visiting family graves.

The October weather in Hong Kong is usually comfortable for sightseeing, making this a good time to explore outdoor attractions and hiking trails.

December 25–27: Christmas Holidays

Christmas Day falls on Saturday, December 25, 2027, followed by the first weekday after Christmas Day on Monday, December 27.

Hong Kong embraces Christmas with spectacular decorations, shopping promotions, festive markets, and seasonal events. Popular shopping areas such as Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, and Causeway Bay are particularly lively during the Christmas period.

Smart Travel & Holiday Tips for Hong Kong 2026

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Book Early for Key Events

• Fireworks views: For National Day (Oct 1) and Lunar New Year Eve fireworks, book waterfront restaurants (like The Peninsula Hong Kong) or hotel rooms with harbour views 2–3 months in advance .
• Theme parks: Disneyland and Ocean Park sell out fast on holidays—buy tickets online 1 month early to skip on-site queues.
• Cross-boundary trips: Book ferry/train tickets to Macau or Shenzhen 1–2 weeks in advance, especially during Lunar New Year.

Use Public Transport Wisely

• Avoid driving on Ching Ming and Chung Yeung—roads near cemeteries are closed or gridlocked . Take special buses or MTR to these areas.
• On Lunar New Year parade day (Feb 10), take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station—roads around the parade route are closed to cars .
• Get an Octopus Card: It’s the easiest way to pay for MTR, buses, and even convenience store purchases—available at MTR stations and 7-Eleven.

Join Local Traditions

• Lunar New Year: Visit Victoria Park’s flower market for auspicious blooms, or join a family’s “open house” (many locals welcome guests for snacks like candied fruits) .
• Buddha’s Birthday: Participate in the bath-the-Buddha ceremony at Chi Lin Nunnery—no need to be Buddhist, just show respect by dressing modestly .
• Mid-Autumn Festival: Buy a lantern from Temple Street and join the waterfront moon-gazing crowds—bring a picnic with mooncakes and tea.

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