What are the Public Holidays in South Korea in 2026?



Modified on: Fri, 5 Dec, 2025 at 2:46 PM

South Korea Public Holidays in 2026

Below is the list of official public holidays in South Korea for the year 2026:

  • January 1 (Thursday) – New Year’s Day
  • February 16 (Monday) – Seollal Holiday
  • February 17 (Tuesday) – Seollal (Korean Lunar New Year)
  • February 18 (Wednesday) – Seollal Holiday
  • March 1 (Sunday) – Independence Movement Day
  • March 2 (Monday) – Substitute Holiday for Independence Movement Day
  • May 5 (Tuesday) – Children’s Day
  • May 24 (Sunday) – Buddha’s Birthday
  • May 25 (Monday) – Substitute Holiday for Buddha’s Birthday
  • June 6 (Saturday) – Memorial Day
  • August 15 (Saturday) – Liberation Day
  • August 17 (Monday) – Substitute Holiday for Liberation Day
  • September 24 (Thursday) – Chuseok Holiday
  • September 25 (Friday) – Chuseok
  • September 26 (Saturday) – Chuseok Holiday
  • October 3 (Saturday) – National Foundation Day
  • October 5 (Monday) – Substitute Holiday for National Foundation Day
  • October 9 (Friday) – Hangeul Day
  • December 25 (Friday) – Christmas Day


Please note: Temporary or substitute holidays may change annually based on government decisions. Always check official announcements for the most up-to-date information.

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