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Festivals far from home

The festivals, weddings and goodbyes that happen without you are part of this life. Here are the next big dates from home and the visa seasons that shape when you can travel, with a practical note for each.

Nov262026

Thanksgiving (US)
US
A long weekend many families use for a short trip or to host friends who are far from home.
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Dec252026

Christmas (US)
US
End-of-year travel: check your visa stamp and I-94 before leaving the country.
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Feb62027

Chinese New Year
China
Consulates in China close for the public holiday (Feb 4–12, 2027). Plan stamping around it.
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Mar12027

H-1B registration season opens (approx.)
US
Employers register in March; results by March 31. Ask about your wage level.
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Mar102027

Eid al-Fitr (expected Mar 9–11)
Global
Exact date depends on moon sighting.
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Apr52027

Qingming Festival
China
Public holiday in China (Apr 3–5, 2027).
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Jun92027

Dragon Boat Festival
China
Public holiday in China.
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Sep152027

Mid-Autumn Festival
China
A family festival; many celebrate over video calls.
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Oct12027

New fiscal year: October Visa Bulletin
US
New green card numbers each October; dates often move. Watch the tracker.
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Oct292027

Diwali
India
Book stamping appointments early if you plan to travel.
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Dates for lunar festivals are from the linked sources and can shift by a day by region. More festivals are added as dates are confirmed.

Festivals far from home

Thanksgiving (US)

Christmas (US)

Chinese New Year

H-1B registration season opens (approx.)

Eid al-Fitr (expected Mar 9–11)

Qingming Festival

Dragon Boat Festival

Mid-Autumn Festival

New fiscal year: October Visa Bulletin

Diwali