Asia

South Korea Holidays 2026

13 public holidays in South Korea. Next up: Independence Movement Day in 9 days!

9
Days
18
Hours
19
Mins
50
Secs
until Independence Movement Day
Asia/Seoul timezone
13
Total Holidays
8
Upcoming
5
Passed
5
Months

Upcoming Holidays

8 remaining

Holidays by Month

January 2026 1 holiday

01
Thu
Passed

February 2026 4 holidays

14
Sat
Passed
16
Mon
Passed
17
Tue
Passed
18
Wed
Passed

March 2026 3 holidays

01
Sun
9 days
02
Mon
10 days
20
Fri
28 days

April 2026 1 holiday

05
Sun
Arbor Day Weekend
44 days

May 2026 4 holidays

01
Fri
70 days
05
Tue
74 days
08
Fri
77 days
15
Fri
84 days

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many public holidays does South Korea have in 2026?▼

South Korea has 13 public holidays in 2026. These are official days when most businesses, schools, and government offices are closed.

What is the next public holiday in South Korea?▼

The next public holiday in South Korea is Independence Movement Day on March 1, 2026. That's in 9 days!

Are these official public holidays?▼

Yes, these are official public holidays recognized by South Korea. Our data is collected from official government sources and verified for accuracy.

Do public holidays in South Korea apply to all regions?▼

Most national holidays apply countrywide. However, some countries have regional holidays specific to certain states, provinces, or territories. The holidays listed here are those recognized nationally.