The Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival in 2020 will begin on October 1st (Thursday) to September 15. This is the statutory festival in China and the second most important traditional festival in China after the Spring Festival.
Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, Autumn Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, August Festival, August Festival, Chasing Festival, Moon Festival, Moon Festival, Daughter’s Day or Reunion Festival, is popular in many ethnic groups and Chinese cultural circles in China. The traditional cultural festivals of the countries are on the 15th day of the lunar calendar. Because of its half-autumn, it is also known that some places will set the Mid-Autumn Festival on August 15.
Double Festival (Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day) meet 2020
What is China National Day?
Chinese National Day is celebrated on October 1st every year to commemorate the founding of People’s Republic of China. On that day, lots of large-scaled activities are held nationwide. The 7-day holiday from Oct. 1st to 7th is called ‘Golden Week’, during which a large number of Chinese people go traveling around the country.
What is National Day Golden Week holiday in China?
The legal holiday for Chinese National Day is 3 days in mainland China, 2 days in Macau and 1 day in Hong Kong. In mainland, the 3 days are usually connected with the weekends ahead and after, hence people can enjoy a 7-day holiday from Oct. 1st to 7th, which is the so-called ‘Golden Week’.
Why is it called Golden Week?
Falling in autumn season with clear weather and comfortable temperatures, Chinese National Day holiday is a golden time for travel. It is the longest public holiday in China besides the Chinese New Year. The weeklong holiday enables both short-distance and long-distance trips, resulting in a boom of tourist revenue, as well as an overwhelming tourist crowd.
Post time: Sep-28-2020