Is Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) a public holiday in China?

Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) is a Festival in China, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

When is Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) 2026?

Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) 2026 falls on March 20, 2026 – March 21, 2026.

Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) is locally known as "开斋节" in China.

Name: Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community)
Start: 2026-03-20
End: 2026-03-21
Location: 1786657

开斋节

Friday, March 20, 2026 – Saturday, March 21, 2026Check 2027 dates →

Country: China
Scope: Nationwide
City: 1786657
Type: Festival
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: March 2026
Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
Avoid booking non-refundable travel on these exact dates. Check closer to the date for confirmation.

Impact Description: This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

Yinchuan, capital of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, sees its large Hui Muslim community celebrate the end of Ramadan with prayers and feasts.

Is Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) a public holiday in China?: Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) is a Festival in China, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) 2026?: Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) 2026 falls on March 20, 2026 – March 21, 2026.
What is Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) called locally in China?: Eid al-Fitr (Hui Muslim community) is locally known as "开斋节" in China.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual