National Day 2015
ZH国庆节
Do you get the day off?
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- The date, and why
- The 2026 National Day observed window runs from Thursday, October 1 through Wednesday, October 7 — a 7-day break. Makeup work days fall on Sunday, September 20 and Saturday, October 10.
- Where it counts as statutory
- Nationwide. Government offices, schools, and most businesses close. Major tourist destinations see peak crowds and elevated prices.
- What closes
- Banks, government offices, and most businesses close. Domestic travel peaks — book flights, trains, and hotels well in advance. Some retail and restaurants remain open.
- Where the name comes from
- National Day commemorates Mao Zedong's proclamation of the People's Republic of China on October 1, 1949. Celebrations include flag-raising ceremonies, fireworks, and patriotic events in Beijing's Tiananmen Square.
Same holiday, other years
Nearby in China
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