In this article, we will provide you with a comprehensive list of public holidays in Hong Kong for the year 2022. These dates have been released by the Hong Kong government and may be subject to official changes. By providing detailed information about these holidays, we aim to help you plan your year and make the most of your time in Hong Kong.
Dates of the Hong Kong Public Holiday 2022
In the year 2022, there will be a total of 20 public holidays in Hong Kong. Here are the dates to take note of:
- New Year's Day - January 1, 2022 (Saturday)
- Lunar New Year - February 1, 2022 (Tuesday)
- Second Day of Lunar New Year - February 2, 2022 (Wednesday)
- Third Day of Lunar New Year - February 3, 2022 (Thursday)
- Ching Ming Festival - April 5, 2022 (Tuesday)
- Good Friday - April 15, 2022 (Friday)
- Good Friday Holiday - April 16, 2022 (Saturday)
- Easter Monday - April 18, 2022 (Monday)
- Labour Day - May 1, 2022 (Sunday)*
- Labour Day Holiday - May 2, 2022 (Monday)
- Birthday of Buddha - May 8, 2022 (Sunday)*
- Birthday of Buddha Holiday - May 9, 2022 (Monday)
- Tuen Ng Festival - June 3, 2022 (Friday)
- HKSAR Establishment Day - July 1, 2022 (Friday)
- Mid-Autumn Festival - September 10, 2022 (Saturday)
- Mid-Autumn Festival Holiday - September 11, 2022 (Sunday)*
- Mid-Autumn Festival Holiday - September 12, 2022 (Monday)
- National Day - October 1, 2022 (Saturday)
- Chung Yeung Festival - October 4, 2022 (Tuesday)
- Christmas Day - December 25, 2022 (Sunday)*
Note: Any holidays that fall on a Sunday will be replaced by the following Monday.
How Many Long Weekends in Hong Kong in 2022?
If you are looking forward to long weekends for a quick getaway or to spend quality time with your loved ones, Hong Kong offers 7 long weekends in 2022. Here are the dates:
- Good Friday and Easter Monday - April 15 to April 18, 2022 (Friday to Monday)
- Labour Day - April 30 to May 2, 2022 (Saturday to Monday)
- Birthday of Buddha Holiday - May 7 to May 9, 2022 (Saturday to Monday)
- Tuen Ng Festival - June 3 to June 5, 2022 (Friday to Sunday)
- HKSAR Establishment Day - July 1 to July 3, 2022 (Friday to Sunday)
- The Day After Mid-Autumn Festival - September 10 to September 12, 2022 (Saturday to Monday)
- Christmas Day - December 24 to December 26, 2022 (Saturday to Monday)
By planning your holidays around these long weekends, you can make the most of your time off and explore the beauty and culture of Hong Kong.
For more information on public holidays in Hong Kong, you can visit the official government website or refer to the related links provided below.
We hope this article has provided you with the necessary information about public holidays in Hong Kong for 2022. Plan your year wisely and enjoy your time in this vibrant city.