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South Korea Public Holidays 2026

There are 22 public holidays in South Korea in 2026, listed below with the date and the day of the week each one falls on.

Last updated 3 July 2026.

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Constitution Day

17 July 2026 (Friday), in 14 days

Public holidays in 2026

The 22 public holidays South Korea marks in 2026.

DateDayHoliday
1 January 2026ThursdayNew Year's DayNew Year's Day is the first day of the year, or January 1, in the Gregorian calendar.
16 February 2026MondaySeollal HolidaySeollal Holiday is a public holiday in South Korea
17 February 2026TuesdaySeollalLunar New Year is the first day of the Chinese calendar, which is a lunisolar calendar mainly used for traditional celebrations.
18 February 2026WednesdaySeollal HolidaySeollal Holiday is a public holiday in South Korea
1 March 2026SundayIndependence Movement DayIndependence Movement Day is a national holiday in South Korea
2 March 2026MondayDay off for Independence Movement DayIndependence Movement Day is a national holiday in South Korea
1 May 2026FridayLabor DayLabor Day, International Workers' Day, and May Day, is a day off for workers in many countries around the world.
5 May 2026TuesdayChildren's DayChildren's Day is a public holiday in South Korea
24 May 2026SundayBuddha's BirthdayBuddha's Birthday is a public holiday in South Korea
25 May 2026MondayDay off for Buddha's BirthdayBuddha's Birthday is a public holiday in South Korea
3 June 2026WednesdayLocal Election DayLocal Election Day is a public holiday in South Korea
6 June 2026SaturdayMemorial DayMemorial Day is a public holiday in South Korea
17 July 2026FridayConstitution DayConstitution Day is a national holiday in South Korea
15 August 2026SaturdayLiberation DayLiberation Day is a national holiday in South Korea
17 August 2026MondayDay off for Liberation DayLiberation Day is a national holiday in South Korea
24 September 2026ThursdayChuseok HolidayChuseok Holiday is a public holiday in South Korea
25 September 2026FridayChuseokChuseok is a public holiday in South Korea
26 September 2026SaturdayChuseok HolidayChuseok Holiday is a public holiday in South Korea
3 October 2026SaturdayNational Foundation DayNational Foundation Day is a national holiday in South Korea
5 October 2026MondayDay off for National Foundation DayNational Foundation Day is a national holiday in South Korea
9 October 2026FridayHangeul Proclamation DayHangeul Proclamation Day is a national holiday in South Korea
25 December 2026FridayChristmas DayChristmas Day is one of the biggest Christian celebrations and falls on December 25 in the Gregorian calendar.

Beyond the public holidays above, South Korea also has many observances, seasonal markers and regional dates. OneHaus tracks the full set and keeps them current in your shared home calendar, so you never have to chase them down. Start free.

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Frequently asked questions

How many public holidays are there in South Korea in 2026?

There are 22 public holidays in South Korea in 2026. The full list, with dates and days, is in the table above.

When is the next holiday in South Korea?

The next holiday in South Korea is Constitution Day on 17 July 2026 (Friday).

Can I add South Korea 2026 holidays to my calendar?

Yes. OneHaus subscribes your whole home to South Korea's holidays and keeps them current, so they appear in your shared calendar on iPhone and in any browser. Start with a free 30-day trial, no card needed, then one subscription covers everyone in your home.

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