2026 Taiwan Lunar New Year Holiday Guide: Official Executive Yuan Announcement
Great news for planners! The Executive Yuan (行政院) has officially ratified the 2026 (Republic of China Year 115) government work calendar. Following the major regulatory updates in 2025, this year marks a significant shift in how we rest and work in Taiwan.
In 2026, 120 days of total leave and zero makeup workdays (補班日) for the entire year!
2026 Key Highlights at a Glance
Total Holidays: 120 days.
Long Weekends: 9 major breaks of 3 days or more.
The "No-Makeup" Policy: Following the 2025 reforms, the government has streamlined the calendar to eliminate the need for makeup Saturdays, making your weekends truly your own.
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The Official 2026 Long Weekend |
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Holiday / Festival |
Dates |
Days Off |
Notes |
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Lunar New Year |
Feb 14 – Feb 22 |
9 Days |
The longest break of the year! |
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228 Peace Memorial Day |
Feb 27 – Mar 1 |
3 Days |
Fri–Sun (Observed on 2/27) |
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Qingming / Children's Day |
Apr 3 – Apr 6 |
4 Days |
Combined festival break |
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Labor Day |
May 1 – May 3 |
3 Days |
Fri–Sun |
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Dragon Boat Festival |
Jun 19 – Jun 21 |
3 Days |
Fri–Sun (Lunar 5/5) |
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Mid-Autumn & Teachers' Day |
Sep 25 – Sep 28 |
4 Days |
Combined 4-day mega-weekend |
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National Day (Double Ten) |
Oct 9 – Oct 11 |
3 Days |
Fri–Sun (Observed on 10/9) |
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Retrocession Day |
Oct 24 – Oct 26 |
3 Days |
Sat–Mon (Observed on 10/26) |
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Constitution Day |
Dec 25 – Dec 27 |
3 Days |
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