China Holidays & Working Days: October 2026
Complete business calendar for October 2026 — holidays, working days, makeup workdays (调休), and planning tips for importers.
October 2026 at a Glance
18
Working Days
7
Holiday Days
6
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 October 2026
National Day (Golden Week)
October 1, 2026 – October 7, 2026 (7 days)
Makeup Workdays (调休) in October
These dates fall on weekends but are mandatory workdays. Your supplier's factory will be open:
| Date | Day | Makeup For |
|---|---|---|
| October 10, 2026 | Sat | Mid-Autumn Festival |
Importer Tips: October
- Golden Week shutdown (Oct 1-7). Factories closed, ports slow. Canton Fair Autumn Session starts mid-October. Plan around the gap.
FAQ
How many working days are in October 2026 in China?
October 2026 has 18 working days in China, accounting for 7 public holiday days, 6 weekend days, and 1 makeup workday (调休).
Are there any Chinese holidays in October 2026?
Yes. National Day (Golden Week). Note: 1 makeup workday fall on weekend this month.
Will Chinese factories be open in October 2026?
Partially. October includes major holidays with factory closures lasting 1-4 weeks. Check our shutdown timeline for details.
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