Hong Kong public holiday dates in 2026 offer excellent opportunities for Malaysian travellers to plan city breaks, cultural tours and food-filled weekends. Many people search for these holidays early to book flights, hotels and activities via Traveloka. With the right timing, a long weekend in Hong Kong can become a memorable escape.
Below is the full list of hong kong public holiday dates for 2026, including national and Hong Kong-specific observances for travellers to keep in mind.
Date | Holiday | Notes |
1 January | New Year’s Day | National holiday |
17 February | Lunar New Year’s Day | First day of the Lunar New Year |
18 February | Second Day of Lunar New Year | Public holiday |
19 February | Third Day of Lunar New Year | Public holiday |
3 April | Good Friday | National holiday |
4 April | The Day Following Good Friday | Public holiday |
6 April | The Day Following Ching Ming Festival | Public holiday |
7 April | The Day Following Easter Monday | Public holiday |
1 May | Labour Day | National holiday |
25 May | Birthday of the Buddha (Holiday) | Falls on Sunday; Monday substituted holiday |
19 June | Tuen Ng (Dragon Boat Festival) | Public holiday |
1 July | HKSAR Establishment Day | Hong Kong-specific holiday |
26 September | The Day Following Mid-Autumn Festival | Public holiday |
1 October | National Day | National holiday |
19 October | The Day Following Chung Yeung Festival | Public holiday |
25 December | Christmas Day | National holiday |
26 December | The First Weekday After Christmas Day | Public holiday |
(The dates are based on official announcements for 2026.)
Hong Kong offers excellent nature escapes despite being a city. Hike the Dragon’s Back trail, explore Tai Mo Shan or take a ferry to outlying islands like Lamma or Cheung Chau. These spots fit well into a public holiday Hong Kong weekend.
Temples such as Man Mo Temple, Wong Tai Sin and the Ten Thousand Buddha Monastery provide cultural depth. Heritage walks around Central and Sheung Wan showcase colonial architecture and local stories. Cultural experiences become richer during holiday periods.
Hong Kong is a foodie heaven—from dim sum brunches in Sheung Wan to rooftop cafés in Tsim Sha Tsui. Public holidays are ideal for relaxing café hops across neighbourhoods while dipping into local snacks and desserts.
Lunar New Year brings lion dances and night markets. Mid-Autumn Festival (and the substituted holiday on 26 September) features lantern displays and moon-cake treats. Looking out for these seasonal events adds to the travel experience.
Tue, 27 Jan 2026

Batik Air Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Hong Kong (HKG)
Start from RM 298.91
Wed, 14 Jan 2026

HK Express
Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) to Hong Kong (HKG)
Start from RM 219.57
Wed, 21 Jan 2026

HK Express
Penang (PEN) to Hong Kong (HKG)
Start from RM 216.39
Ideal for food, architecture, heritage walks and café stops. Great for a first-time city visit under the umbrella of hong kong public holiday travel.
Offers skyline views, shopping and promenades—perfect for relaxing evenings and catch-ups over food.
For nature lovers and adventure seekers, the Big Buddha, cable car rides and island hikes make great day trips.
Places like Sham Shui Po for street food, Tai O fishing village for older-style charm, and Sai Kung beaches for relaxed afternoons away from the city crowd.
Flights to Hong Kong can get busy during major holiday periods, especially Lunar New Year and long weekends. Booking early and using Traveloka price alerts helps you secure better fares. Hotels in Central, Tsim Sha Tsui and Lantau tend to fill up quickly on public holiday Hong Kong dates. Travellers can use Traveloka Points to save on hotels, activities and airport transfers. Traveloka enables easy comparison of flights, hotels and experiences in one place.
Day 1: Explore Central, Sheung Wan cafés and heritage walks
Day 2: Hike Dragon’s Back or visit Lantau Island
Day 3: Visit Victoria Harbour, shopping and sunset views
Morning dim sum in Sheung Wan, afternoon in Hong Kong Museum of History, evening street food in Sham Shui Po.
Stay one night in Lantau or Sai Kung, enjoy beach or nature trail, return relaxed for flights.
Public holiday Hong Kong periods often lead to higher demand for flights, hotels and local transport. Early planning ensures better choice and smoother trips. Staying near MTR stations or ferry piers helps save time. Many travellers search hong kong public holiday dates in advance to plan their flights, hotels and activities effectively.
Hong Kong public holiday dates in 2026 bring exciting opportunities for city escapes, nature walks, café mornings and cultural trips. With Traveloka’s tools such as secure bookings, price alerts and Traveloka Points, travelling during these holidays becomes easier and more enjoyable.















