Autumn Equinox in China
Wednesday, September 23, 2026 ยท Asia/Shanghai
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When is Autumn Equinox in China in 2026?
Autumn Equinox in China is on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 (Asia/Shanghai). Thatโs 58 days ยท about 8 weeks ยท about 2 months. It falls on a Wednesday.
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.