2026 market holidays
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HKEX (Hong Kong Stock Exchange) market holidays2026 dates & closures
Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) has 17 scheduled holiday dates in 2026, including 14 full-day closures and 3 early-close or half days. The next full closure is Christmas Day on Friday, December 25, 2026. Regular trading runs 09:30–16:00 GMT+8, Monday – Friday with a lunch break from 12:00 to 13:00.
- 17
- Holiday dates in 2026
- 14
- Full-day closures
- 3
- Early closes & half days
Next full-day closures
2026- Dec25
Christmas Day
Fri · market closed all day
- Jan1
New Year's Day
Fri · 2027 · market closed all day
- Feb8
The Third Day of Lunar New Year
Mon · 2027 · market closed all day
Holiday dates follow the exchange’s official calendar; early closes and substitute holidays are included where published.
Full 2026 schedule| Date | Holiday | Status | Trading hours |
|---|---|---|---|
January 20261 full closure | |||
| Thursday | New Year's Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
February 20263 full closures · 1 early/half day | |||
| Monday | Eve of Lunar New Year | Early closepassed | Closes at 12:00 |
| Tuesday | Lunar New Year's Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Wednesday | The Second Day of Lunar New Year | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Thursday | The Third Day of Lunar New Year | Full closurepassed | Closed |
April 20263 full closures | |||
| Friday | Good Friday | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Monday | The Day Following Ching Ming Festival | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Tuesday | The Day Following Easter Monday | Full closurepassed | Closed |
May 20262 full closures | |||
| Friday | Labour Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Monday | The Day Following the Birthday of the Buddha | Full closurepassed | Closed |
June 20261 full closure | |||
| Friday | Tuen Ng Festival | Full closurepassed | Closed |
July 20261 full closure | |||
| Wednesday | HKSAR Establishment Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
October 20262 full closures | |||
| Thursday | National Day | Full closurepassed | Closed |
| Monday | The Day Following Chung Yeung Festival | Full closurepassed | Closed |
December 20261 full closure · 2 early/half days | |||
| Thursday | Eve of Christmas Day | Early close | Closes at 12:00 |
| Friday | Christmas Day | Full closure | Closed |
| Thursday | Eve of New Year | Early close | Closes at 12:00 |
MarketHours2026 HKEX Holidays
2026 Hong Kong Stock Exchange Holidays Calendar
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 →Is HKEX closed on weekends?
Yes, HKEX is closed on Sundays and Saturdays. Regular trading occurs Monday – 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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