Is today a public holiday in South Korea?
Saturday, 17 October 2026
No public holiday on this date.
Next public holiday in South Korea
Christmas Day
Is tomorrow a holiday in South Korea? · All South Korea public holidays 2026
The answer is worked out for the date in South Korea's main time zone (Asia/Seoul). "Partly" means the day is a holiday only in some regions.
Upcoming public holidays in South Korea
| Date | Holiday |
|---|---|
| Friday, 25 December 2026 | Christmas Day |
| Friday, 1 January 2027 | New Year's Day |
| Saturday, 6 February 2027 | Lunar New Year |
| Monday, 8 February 2027 | Lunar New Year |
| Tuesday, 9 February 2027 | Lunar New Year |
| Monday, 1 March 2027 | Independence Movement Day |
See the full South Korea holiday calendar
Frequently asked questions
Is today a public holiday in South Korea?
The answer is at the top of this page. It is calculated from the official holiday list for the country and the current date in Asia/Seoul, so it stays correct even if you leave the page open.
What does "Partly" mean?
Some public holidays apply only in certain regions, states or provinces. When the date is a holiday in some regions but not in the whole country, the page shows Partly and names the holiday.
How many public holidays does South Korea have in 2026?
South Korea has 18 nationwide public holidays in 2026. See the full list for South Korea.
Are shops, banks and schools closed on public holidays in South Korea?
Opening rules differ by country, by type of business and sometimes by holiday. Many offices, schools and banks close on public holidays, while shops, restaurants and transport may stay open or run reduced hours. For a specific business, check its own opening hours.
Is tomorrow a public holiday in South Korea?
See is tomorrow a public holiday in South Korea.
When is the next public holiday in South Korea?
Christmas Day on Friday, 25 December 2026.