China Festivals

Chinese festivals refer to the memorial days, celebrations and international festivals recognized by China. National holidays in China, also called public holidays, are: New Year, the Spring Festival (Chinese New Year), the Qingming Festival, Labor Day, the Dragon Boat Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day. Besides, the traditional Chinese holidays and the ethnic minority festivals are essential parts of China Festivals. In addition, there are tourism festivals in China, western festivals in China, etc.

1. National Holidays in China

Each year, China has 7 public holidays enjoyed by all citizens. Each year’s holidays are announced about three weeks before the start of the year by the General Office of the State Council. Weekends are usually swapped with the weekdays next to the actual holiday to create a longer holiday period. 

2019 Holiday Schedule of China

Besides, there are additional holidays for specific social groups such as International Women’s Day, Youth Day, etc.

Main Public Holidays in China

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2. Traditional Chinese Holidays

The traditional Chinese holidays are an essential part of harvests or prayer offerings. All traditional holidays are scheduled according to the Chinese calendar (except the Qing Ming and Winter Solstice days). The most important Chinese holiday is the Chinese New Year (Spring Festival), which is also celebrated in Taiwan and overseas ethnic Chinese communities. 

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3. Ethnic Minority Festivals in China

China is a large country with 55 ethnic minorities. There are public holidays celebrate by certain ethnic minorities in certain regions, which are decided by local governments. All these traditional ethnic minority festivals are regarded as indispensable components of the minorities’ customs.

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4. Tourism Festivals in China

In recent years, there are many tourism festivals administered by regional governments, who organize tourism festivals in order to make local scenic locations better known to people. 

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5. Western Festivals in China

Many Chinese especially those on the Eastern Seaboard in China who have long contact with the West and Western people are familiar with Western Festivals. No one can have failed to notice the fact that Western festivals are gaining ever-increasing popularity in China. An increasing number of Chinese are fond of celebrating Western festivals today.

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6. China Festivals by Months

7. Recommended Festival Tours with Us

Chinese festivals are diverse and rich in content, which is an integral part of China’s history and culture. Join our festival tours to celebrate and experience the real Chinese culture. We have many years of experience in operating Chinese festival tours. Below are some recommended festival tours with us.

2 Days Weifang Kite Culture and Festival Tour

3 Days Harbin Winter Tour Experience with Harbin Ice Festival

3 Days Luoping Rapeseed Flowers Festival Tour from Kunming

4 Days Pingyao International Photography Festival Tour

4 Days Inner Mongolia Naadam Festival Tour with Hohhot Sightseeing

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