Spring (Vernal) Equinox in China
Sunday, March 21, 2027 ยท Asia/Shanghai
Exact moment: 20:25 UTC on Saturday, March 20, 2027
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When is Spring (Vernal) Equinox in China in 2027?
Spring (Vernal) Equinox in China is on Sunday, March 21, 2027 (Asia/Shanghai). As of October 16, 2026, thatโs 156 days ยท about 22 weeks ยท about 5 months. It falls on a Sunday.
China observes it on a different day from the date used elsewhere (Saturday, March 20, 2027).
Is Spring (Vernal) Equinox a public holiday in China?
Spring (Vernal) Equinox is widely observed in China, but it is not a nationwide public holiday. Some regions may still observe it locally.
How China celebrates
Chunfen, one of the twenty-four traditional solar terms, is marked with egg-balancing games, kite flying and the start of busy spring farm work.
What people eat
Chuncai spring greens cooked into soup, and eggs eaten for luck after the balancing game.