Public Holidays in South Korea 2026

15 holidays · Complete calendar with dates and types

January

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October

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November

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December

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All Holidays in South Korea — 2026

New Year's Day January 1, 2026 · Thursday · public
Seollal Eve February 16, 2026 · Monday · public
Seollal (Lunar New Year) February 17, 2026 · Tuesday · public
Seollal Holiday February 18, 2026 · Wednesday · public
Independence Movement Day March 1, 2026 · Sunday · public
Children's Day May 5, 2026 · Tuesday · public
Buddha's Birthday May 24, 2026 · Sunday · public
Memorial Day June 6, 2026 · Saturday · public
Liberation Day August 15, 2026 · Saturday · public
National Foundation Day October 3, 2026 · Saturday · public
Chuseok Eve October 4, 2026 · Sunday · public
Chuseok October 5, 2026 · Monday · public
Chuseok Holiday October 6, 2026 · Tuesday · public
Hangul Day October 9, 2026 · Friday · public
Christmas Day December 25, 2026 · Friday · public
Public Observance Bank Holiday

Time in South Korea

Seoul Busan Incheon Daegu Daejeon Gwangju Suwon Ulsan
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does South Korea have in 2026?

South Korea has 15 public holidays in 2026, plus 0 additional observances and bank holidays.

What is the next holiday in South Korea?

The holidays listed above are for the full year 2026. Check the calendar to find upcoming holidays based on today's date.

Are holiday dates for 2026 accurate?

Most dates are confirmed. Some holidays based on the lunar calendar (such as Eid, Chinese New Year, and Diwali) use approximate dates and may shift by a day or two when officially announced.

What is the difference between public holidays, bank holidays, and observances?

Public holidays are official days off recognized nationwide. Bank holidays are typically days when banks and some businesses close. Observances are culturally significant days that may not be official days off.