Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) Holidays 2026
Hong Kong16:33 GMT+8
14 full closures · 3 early close days
NEXT HOLIDAY
The Day Following the Birthday of the Buddha
Monday, May 25, 2026
10
days away
2026 Holiday Calendar — Full Schedule17 total dates
| Date | Day | Holiday | Status | Trading Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | Thursday | New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-16 | Monday | Eve of Lunar New Year | 🟠 Early Closepassed | Closes at 12:00 |
| 2026-02-17 | Tuesday | Lunar New Year's Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-18 | Wednesday | The Second Day of Lunar New Year | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-02-19 | Thursday | The Third Day of Lunar New Year | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-03 | Friday | Good Friday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-06 | Monday | The Day Following Ching Ming Festival | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-04-07 | Tuesday | The Day Following Easter Monday | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-01 | Friday | Labour Day | 🔴 Closedpassed | Closed |
| 2026-05-25 | Monday | The Day Following the Birthday of the Buddha | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-06-19 | Friday | Tuen Ng Festival | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-07-01 | Wednesday | HKSAR Establishment Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-01 | Thursday | National Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-10-19 | Monday | The Day Following Chung Yeung Festival | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-24 | Thursday | Eve of Christmas Day | 🟠 Early Close | Closes at 12:00 |
| 2026-12-25 | Friday | Christmas Day | 🔴 Closed | Closed |
| 2026-12-31 | Thursday | Eve of New Year | 🟠 Early Close | Closes at 12:00 |
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About HKEX Trading Hours
Regular Hours: 09:30 – 16:00 (Asia/Hong_Kong)
Lunch Break: 12:00 – 13:00
Country: Hong Kong
Time Zone: Asia/Hong_Kong
Currency: HKD
Official HKEX Website →Frequently Asked Questions
Is HKEX closed on weekends?
Yes, HKEX is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Regular trading occurs Monday through Friday only.
Does HKEX close for lunch?
Yes, HKEX has a lunch break from 12:00 to 13:00.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
Most exchanges observe the holiday on the nearest weekday — a Saturday holiday is usually observed on Friday, and a Sunday holiday on Monday. Check the official schedule for specific adjustments.
How many holidays does HKEX observe in 2026?
HKEX observes 17 scheduled holidays in 2026, including full market closures and early close days.
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