China: public holidays 2026–2027
The main risk is Chinese New Year: the official holiday lasts about a week, but many factories stop for 2–4 weeks, and in the month before the holiday rates and loading queues grow. The second peak is Golden Week from 1 October. Order goods needed by spring before mid-December. China moves working days to weekends, so the exact schedule is published by the State Council at the end of the year.
Frequently asked questions
When are suppliers in China closed?
On national public holidays: in . The main risk is Chinese New Year: the official holiday lasts about a week, but many factories stop for 2–4 weeks, and in the month before the holiday rates and loading queues grow. The second peak is Golden Week from 1 October. Order goods needed by spring before mid-December. China moves working days to weekends, so the exact schedule is published by the State Council at the end of the year.
What if the collection date in China falls on a public holiday?
Move the collection to the working day before the holiday or right after it, and warn the consignee about the new date in advance. For groupage it is important to reach the consolidation warehouse before the weekly cut-off — otherwise the shipment leaves with the next truck or vessel.
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