Autumn Equinox in China
Thursday, September 23, 2027 ยท Asia/Shanghai
Exact moment: 06:02 UTC on Thursday, September 23, 2027
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When is Autumn Equinox in China in 2027?
Autumn Equinox in China is on Thursday, September 23, 2027 (Asia/Shanghai). As of October 16, 2026, thatโs 342 days ยท about 49 weeks ยท about 11 months. It falls on a Thursday.
Is Autumn Equinox a public holiday in China?
Autumn Equinox is widely observed in China, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How China celebrates
The equinox is Qiufen, the midpoint of autumn among the twenty-four solar terms, and since 2018 China has marked it as the Chinese Farmers' Harvest Festival with rural fairs and harvest displays; the Mid-Autumn Festival falls near the same season.
What people eat
Mooncakes, hairy crab at its autumn best, osmanthus-flavoured sweets and tea.