China Holidays & Working Days: January 2026
Complete business calendar for January 2026 — holidays, working days, makeup workdays (调休), and planning tips for importers.
January 2026 at a Glance
21
Working Days
3
Holiday Days
7
Weekend Days
1
Makeup Days (调休)
Calendar
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |||
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
| 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 |
| 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
| 26 | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 |
Holidays in January 2026
New Year's Day
January 1, 2026 – January 3, 2026 (3 days)
Makeup Workdays (调休) in January
These dates fall on weekends but are mandatory workdays. Your supplier's factory will be open:
| Date | Day | Makeup For |
|---|---|---|
| January 4, 2026 | Sun | New Year's Day |
Importer Tips: January
- Pre-CNY rush begins. Confirm all orders and shipments before factories slow down in late January/early February.
FAQ
How many working days are in January 2026 in China?
January 2026 has 21 working days in China, accounting for 3 public holiday days, 7 weekend days, and 1 makeup workday (调休).
Are there any Chinese holidays in January 2026?
Yes. New Year's Day. Note: 1 makeup workday fall on weekend this month.
Will Chinese factories be open in January 2026?
Mostly yes, with 3 days of closures for New Year's Day. Most factories resume immediately after.
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