Qing Ming - Tomb Sweeping Day

The Qing Ming is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated for over 2500 years to celebrate the upcoming Springtime and honor and pay tribute or present offerings to their ancestors.

Multiple Countries

Holiday Date

04-04-2024

04-05-2025

04-05-2026

About Qingming

aka Tomb Sweeping Day, Ching Ming Festival, Pure Bright Festival, Taqing Festival, Tangyuan Festival

Qingming is a day to commemorate the life of the departed in a traditional Chinese festival where it is customary to "sweep" tombs and show respect to ancestors. It is a time for family gatherings and activities to honor the departed.

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Observance Type

Religious/Beliefs

Religion/Belief

Chinese / East Asian

Taoism / Daoism

Confucianism