Confucian Holy Days
| Holiday | 2026–27 | 2027–28 | 2028–29 | |
 | Lunar New Year – Confucian/Daoist/Buddhist Marks the beginning of the lunisolar year and emphasizes family, ancestors, cultural renewal, and festive gathering. | Feb 6, 2027 (Year of the Goat) | Jan 26, 2028 (Year of the Monkey) | Feb 13, 2029 (Year of the Rooster) |
| Confucius Day / Confucius’ Birthday – Confucian Honors Confucius as teacher, philosopher, and central figure in the Confucian tradition; dates and forms of observance vary by country. | Sept 28, 2026 | Sept 28, 2027 | Sept 28, 2028 |
Dates follow the commonly used Gregorian observance dates; local community practice may vary.
Accommodation Note
This calendar is provided for planning and awareness. Listing an observance does not, by itself, guarantee an excused absence or a particular accommodation. Students should contact faculty early to discuss potential conflicts. Requests are considered individually under applicable university policy and course requirements; faculty may support additional observances when feasible.