Taiwan Public Holidays 2026: Full Calendar & Key Dates
Anyone who has tried to plan a trip around Taiwanese festivals knows the calendar is a delicate dance between lunar cycles and fixed national dates. In 2026, that balance brings a 9-day Lunar New Year break starting February 14, alongside familiar commemorations like Republic Day on January 1 and National Day on October 10.
First national holiday: Republic Day (Jan 1) ·
Major traditional festival: Lunar New Year (Feb 14–15) ·
Last national holiday: National Day (Oct 10) ·
Longest holiday break: Lunar New Year (Feb 14–22)
Quick snapshot
- Lunar New Year runs Feb 14–22, 2026 (Taiwan News (leading English daily))
- National Day fixed on Oct 10 (Taipei Economic and Trade Office (official government source))
- Republic Day is Jan 1 (PublicHolidays.tw (specialist calendar site))
- Dragon Boat Festival falls on Jun 19 (Holidays-Calendar.net (global holiday database))
- Exact date of Qingming Festival (tied to solar term, typically Apr 5 or 6)
- Whether all schools follow the same compensatory holiday schedule
- Official confirmation of bridge holidays for some observances
- Jan 1: Republic Day
- Feb 14–22: Lunar New Year break
- Jun 19–21: Dragon Boat Festival
- Oct 9–11: National Day
- Official 2027 calendar expected by mid-2026 from DGPA
- Travel bookings for Lunar New Year break open early 2026
- Companies may announce adjusted work schedules for bridge holidays
The calendar gives workers a string of long weekends by pairing traditional lunar festivals with fixed national commemorations.
| Holiday | Date |
|---|---|
| Republic Day | January 1 (Thursday) |
| Lunar New Year – First Day | February 14 (Saturday) |
| Lunar New Year – Second Day | February 15 (Sunday) |
| National Day | October 10 (Saturday) |
| Dragon Boat Festival | June 19 (Friday) |
| Mid-Autumn Festival | September 25 (Friday) |
When are the major traditional holidays in Taiwan in 2026?
Lunar New Year dates
- The official 2026 Lunar New Year break runs from February 14 to February 22, creating a 9-day holiday — the longest of the year, according to Taiwan News (leading English daily).
- The first two days (Feb 14–15) are the actual festival days; the remaining days are made up of weekend and compensatory holidays.
Dragon Boat Festival
- The Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Jie) falls on June 19, 2026, with the public holiday extending from June 19 to June 21, as reported by Holidays-Calendar.net (global holiday database).
- It is tied to the lunar calendar and commemorates the poet Qu Yuan.
Mid-Autumn Festival
- Mid-Autumn Festival (Moon Festival) occurs on September 25, 2026, with the holiday period running September 25–28, which also includes Teachers’ Day (Confucius’ Birthday).
- Source: Taiwan News (leading English daily).
Qingming Festival
- Qingming (Tomb Sweeping Day) is estimated to fall on April 5, 2026, but the exact date depends on the solar term. The holiday period is often combined with Children’s Day (April 4).
- According to the Taiwan News schedule, the break runs April 3–6, 2026.
The pattern: all four major traditional holidays shift according to the lunar calendar, creating a rhythm that changes year to year. For travelers, that means checking the exact dates well in advance — especially for the 9-day Lunar New Year window.
The Lunar New Year break alone accounts for nearly a third of the total annual paid leave for many Taiwanese workers, making it the single most consequential planning period for families and businesses alike.
What this means: Travelers and workers should book Lunar New Year transport and accommodation months ahead, as the 9-day break triggers the year’s heaviest domestic travel surge.
What are the national holidays in Taiwan in 2026?
Republic Day (Jan 1)
- January 1 is celebrated as Republic Day (also called New Year’s Day) and is a fixed public holiday, confirmed by PublicHolidays.tw (specialist calendar site).
National Day (Oct 10)
- National Day (Double Tenth Day) commemorates the Wuchang Uprising of 1911 and is always October 10. In 2026 it falls on a Saturday, with the observed holiday period running October 9–11, per Taiwan News (leading English daily).
Peace Memorial Day (Feb 28)
- Peace Memorial Day on February 28 marks the 1947 Incident. In 2026 the break extends from February 27 to March 1, as reported by Taiwan News (leading English daily).
Labor Day (May 1)
- Labor Day is a nationwide holiday for all workers in 2026, with the break running May 1–3, according to Trip.com Guide (travel planning resource).
The trade-off: fixed national holidays like Republic Day and National Day are easy to remember, but when they fall on weekends, the government typically grants compensatory days off — which can create extra long weekends or, conversely, shorten the actual break.
Are there any special observances or school holidays in Taiwan 2026?
Farmer’s Day (Feb 4)
- Farmer’s Day is an observance on February 4, 2026, but it is not a public holiday. It honors the agricultural community and is noted in the Taipei Economic and Trade Office (official government source) calendar.
Taiwan United Nations Day (Oct 24)
- October 24 is Taiwan United Nations Day, also known as Retrocession Day, marking the end of Japanese rule. The 2026 holiday period runs October 24–26, which also includes the Battle of Guningtou Commemoration, per Taiwan News (leading English daily).
School holidays
- School holidays in Taiwan generally follow the public holiday schedule, with additional breaks for summer (July–August) and winter (around Lunar New Year). The Ministry of Education typically aligns with the DGPA’s work calendar.
The implication: while observances like Farmer’s Day don’t grant a day off, they often feature in school curricula and community events, so families may still plan around them.
How does the Taiwan government determine public holiday dates?
Legal basis for holidays
- The Directorate-General of Personnel Administration (DGPA) annually publishes the official work calendar, which sets public holidays and compensatory days. This is the authoritative source for all public sector employees and is widely followed by the private sector.
Lunar calendar adjustments
- Traditional holidays such as Chinese New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival are determined by the lunar calendar. Their dates shift each year, so the DGPA calculates the corresponding Gregorian date and schedules compensatory holidays when needed.
Official announcements from DGPA
- The DGPA usually releases the next year’s calendar by mid-year. For 2026, the calendar was published in 2025, confirming the 9-day Lunar New Year break and other key dates, according to Taiwan News (leading English daily).
Because the DGPA calendar is only advisory for private companies, some employers may deviate from the official schedule — especially for bridge holidays — so workers should confirm their specific company’s policy.
What is the full calendar of Taiwan public holidays for 2026?
Month-by-month breakdown
- January: Republic Day (Jan 1)
- February: Lunar New Year (Feb 14–22), Peace Memorial Day (Feb 27–Mar 1), Farmer’s Day observance (Feb 4)
- March: Peace Memorial Day continues to Mar 1
- April: Children’s Day and Qingming Festival (Apr 3–6)
- May: Labor Day (May 1–3)
- June: Dragon Boat Festival (Jun 19–21)
- September: Mid-Autumn Festival and Teachers’ Day (Sep 25–28)
- October: National Day (Oct 9–11), Retrocession Day and Battle of Guningtou (Oct 24–26)
- December: Constitution Day (Dec 25–27)
Long weekends and bridge holidays
- The 2026 schedule includes several three-day weekends, notably Dragon Boat Festival (Jun 19–21), Mid-Autumn Festival (Sep 25–28), and National Day (Oct 9–11). The Lunar New Year break is a full 9-day stretch.
- Bridge holidays — where a Tuesday or Thursday is made into a holiday and the preceding Monday or following Friday is worked — are already accounted for in the official calendar.
The pattern: the distribution of long weekends is front-loaded in the first half of 2026, with seven of the ten holiday periods occurring by June. That means the second half of the year has only two major breaks (Mid-Autumn and National Day) plus the year-end Constitution Day.
Timeline signal
- January 1 – Republic Day
- February 4 – Farmer’s Day (observance)
- February 14–22 – Lunar New Year holidays
- February 27–March 1 – Peace Memorial Day
- April 3–6 – Qingming Festival and Children’s Day
- May 1–3 – Labor Day
- June 19–21 – Dragon Boat Festival
- September 25–28 – Mid-Autumn Festival and Teachers’ Day
- October 9–11 – National Day
- October 24–26 – Retrocession Day and Battle of Guningtou
- December 25–27 – Constitution Day
Clarity section
Confirmed facts
- Republic Day on Jan 1, 2026
- National Day on Oct 10, 2026 (observed Oct 9–11)
- Lunar New Year break Feb 14–22, 2026
- Dragon Boat Festival Jun 19–21, 2026
- Mid-Autumn Festival Sep 25–28, 2026
- Peace Memorial Day Feb 27–Mar 1, 2026
- Labor Day May 1–3, 2026
What’s unclear
- Exact date of Qingming Festival (expected Apr 5 but may shift)
- Whether all private employers follow the bridge holiday schedule
- Official confirmation of school holiday calendar beyond public holidays
Quotes
The 2026 work calendar published by the Directorate-General of Personnel Administration confirms National Day on October 10 and the 9-day Lunar New Year break from February 14 to 22.
— DGPA official calendar, as reported by Taiwan News (leading English daily)
Taiwan’s 2026 holiday schedule includes Republic Day, Lunar New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day, with the Moon Festival falling on September 25.
Labour Day on May 1 is a nationwide holiday for all workers in 2026, with the break running from May 1 to May 3.
For anyone planning a trip or scheduling work around Taiwan’s 2026 holidays, the key takeaway is clear: the first half of the year is packed with breaks, while the second half offers only a few concentrated windows. Travelers and businesses alike should book early for the Lunar New Year period and double-check their employer’s policy on bridge holidays.
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Frequently asked questions
Do schools close on all public holidays in Taiwan?
Yes, public schools typically close on all national public holidays. However, schools may also close for additional days such as the day before Lunar New Year’s Eve, depending on the annual schedule set by the Ministry of Education.
Can I travel during Taiwan public holidays?
Yes, but expect heavy domestic travel during major holidays like Lunar New Year, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival. High-speed rail and flights are often booked months in advance.
Are government offices closed on all holidays?
Government offices are closed on all public holidays listed in the DGPA calendar, including compensatory days. Some services may be limited during long weekends.
What happens if a holiday falls on a weekend?
If a public holiday falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the government typically grants a compensatory day off on the following Monday or a nearby weekday. This is already reflected in the 2026 calendar.
Are there any public holidays in November 2026 in Taiwan?
No, November 2026 has no public holidays. The next break after National Day (Oct 9–11) is Constitution Day (Dec 25–27).
Is Lunar New Year the most important holiday in Taiwan?
Yes, Lunar New Year is the most significant holiday in Taiwan, with the longest break (9 days in 2026) and the highest travel volume. Family reunions and traditional customs are central to the celebration.
Do banks close on public holidays in Taiwan?
Banks are closed on all public holidays. ATMs and online banking remain available, but branch transactions are not possible.
How long is the Lunar New Year holiday period in 2026?
The Lunar New Year break in 2026 runs from February 14 (Saturday) to February 22 (Sunday), making it a 9-day holiday period.
