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Public holidays in Korea 2026
The following is a complete list of public holidays in Korea. Public holidays when all residents have time off from work are often called red days. This list contains red days, but also public holidays that are only celebrated without time off from work and school.
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| Holiday name | Date | Holiday type | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year | January 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 547 days |
| Korean New Year | February 17, 2026 | Public holiday | in 594 days |
| Independence Movement Day | March 1, 2026 | Public holiday | in 606 days |
| Children's Day | May 5, 2026 | Public holiday | in 671 days |
| Vesak | May 24, 2026 | Public holiday | in 690 days |
| Memorial Day | June 6, 2026 | Public holiday | in 703 days |
| Constitution Day | July 17, 2026 | Observance day | in 744 days |
| Liberation Day | August 15, 2026 | Public holiday | in 773 days |
| Korean Thanksgiving | September 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 814 days |
| National Foundation Day | October 3, 2026 | Public holiday | in 822 days |
| Hangul Day | October 9, 2026 | Public holiday | in 828 days |
| Christmas Day | December 25, 2026 | Public holiday | in 905 days |