🇭🇰 HKEX Stock Market Holidays 2026
Hong Kong Stock Exchange · Hong Kong · Asia/Hong Kong · 2026-2027 calendar
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The Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) is closed on 13 weekday holidays in 2026 and 11 in 2027. The exchange trades Monday through Friday, 09:30 - 16:00 Asia/Hong Kong time, with a lunch break from 12:00 - 13:00. Below you'll find every closure date with day-of-week, a countdown to the next market holiday, and the regular trading hours.
Trading Days 2026
248
Holidays 2026
13
Half-Days 2026
0
Regular Hours
09:30 - 16:00
Trading Days/Week
5
HKEX Stock Market Holidays 2026–2027
| Holiday | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | ||
| Lunar New Year | – | – |
| Good Friday | ||
| Easter Monday | ||
| Labour Day | ||
| Buddha's Birthday | ||
| Tuen Ng Festival | ||
| HKSAR Establishment Day | ||
| Day After Mid-Autumn Festival | ||
| National Day | ||
| Chung Yeung Festival | ||
| Christmas Day | ||
| Boxing Day | (observed) |
The HKEX is closed for the entire trading day on each date above. Dates are in exchange local time (Asia/Hong Kong).
Regular Trading Hours
Regular Session09:30 - 12:00
Regular Session13:00 - 16:00
Lunch Break12:00 - 13:00
All times shown in Asia/Hong Kong (exchange local time). The HKEX is open 5 days per week, Monday through Friday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HKEX open on weekends?
No. The Hong Kong Stock Exchange is closed on Saturdays and Sundays and only trades Monday through Friday. Regular session hours are 09:30 - 16:00 Asia/Hong Kong time.
When is the next HKEX holiday?
The next HKEX holiday is National Day on Thursday, October 1 — 75 days away. The exchange will be closed for the full day.
How many HKEX trading days are there in 2026?
In 2026 the HKEX has approximately 248 regular trading days after subtracting weekends and 13 weekday holidays.
What time does the HKEX open and close?
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange regular trading session runs from 09:30 to 16:00 local time (Asia/Hong Kong). Trading pauses for a lunch break from 12:00 - 13:00.
What time zone does the HKEX use?
The Hong Kong Stock Exchange operates in the Asia/Hong Kong time zone. All holiday dates and trading hours listed on this page reflect local exchange time.