How many days until Liberation Day in South Korea?
Liberation Day (광복절) is a nationwide public holiday in South Korea. In 2027 it falls on a Monday.
Liberation Day dates in South Korea
| Date | Applies |
|---|---|
| Monday, 17 August 2026 | Nationwide |
| Monday, 16 August 2027 | Nationwide |
Other countries with Liberation Day
A nationwide public holiday with this name also appears in the calendars of: Albania, Angola, Bulgaria, Czechia, DR Congo, Falkland Islands, Guernsey, Italy, Jersey, Libya, Nicaragua, Rwanda, Syria, Togo, Uganda, Yemen.
Frequently asked questions
When is Liberation Day in South Korea?
Liberation Day falls on Monday, 17 August 2026 and Monday, 16 August 2027.
Is Liberation Day a nationwide public holiday in South Korea?
Yes, Liberation Day is a public holiday across the whole country.
Does Liberation Day fall on a weekend?
Not in the years listed: Liberation Day falls on a weekday in 2026, 2027.
Which public holiday in South Korea comes after Liberation Day?
The next one is Chuseok on Tuesday, 14 September 2027.
How many days until Liberation Day?
The live countdown at the top of this page shows the days and weeks left. It is calculated from your device's date.
More South Korea holidays
- New Year's Day
- Lunar New Year
- Independence Movement Day
- Labour Day
- Children's Day
- Buddha's Birthday
- Local Election Day
- Memorial Day
- Constitution Day
- Chuseok
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