China Holidays & Working Days: May 2026
Complete business calendar for May 2026 — holidays, working days, makeup workdays (调休), and planning tips for importers.
May 2026 at a Glance
19
Working Days
5
Holiday Days
7
Weekend Days
1
Makeup Days (调休)
Calendar
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 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 May 2026
Labour Day
May 1, 2026 – May 5, 2026 (5 days)
Makeup Workdays (调休) in May
These dates fall on weekends but are mandatory workdays. Your supplier's factory will be open:
| Date | Day | Makeup For |
|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2026 | Sat | Labour Day |
Importer Tips: May
- Labour Day + Canton Fair Phase 3 overlap. Busy shipping month. Book freight early for Q3 deliveries.
FAQ
How many working days are in May 2026 in China?
May 2026 has 19 working days in China, accounting for 5 public holiday days, 7 weekend days, and 1 makeup workday (调休).
Are there any Chinese holidays in May 2026?
Yes. Labour Day. Note: 1 makeup workday fall on weekend this month.
Will Chinese factories be open in May 2026?
Mostly yes, with 5 days of closures for Labour Day. Most factories resume immediately after.
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