South Korea Public Holidays 2025
South Korea observes 11 public holidays in 2025. The table below lists every nationwide holiday with its date and weekday. Regional holidays and non-official observances are marked separately.
2025 at a glance
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All holidays in 2025
| Date | Day | Holiday | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1 | Wednesday | New Year's Day | Public |
| Jan 29 | Wednesday | Korean New Year | Public |
| Mar 1 | Saturday | Independence Movement Day | Public |
| May 5 | Monday | Children's Day | Public |
| May 5 | Monday | Buddha's Birthday | Public |
| Jun 6 | Friday | Memorial Day | Public |
| Jul 17 | Thursday | Constitution Day | Observance |
| Aug 15 | Friday | Liberation Day | Public |
| Oct 3 | Friday | National Foundation Day | Public |
| Oct 5 | Sunday | Korean Thanksgiving | Public |
| Oct 9 | Thursday | Hangul Day | Public |
| Dec 25 | Thursday | Christmas Day | Public |
Data source: the open-source date-holidays dataset. Verify critical dates with official government sources. · Last updated: July 20, 2026
About public holidays in South Korea
Public holidays in South Korea are days when most schools, banks, government offices and many businesses are closed nationwide. Dates for religious and lunar-calendar holidays can shift from year to year, and governments occasionally move observed dates when a holiday falls on a weekend. Always confirm critical dates with an official source before booking travel or scheduling business.
Frequently asked questions
- How many public holidays does South Korea have in 2025?
- South Korea has 11 nationwide public holidays in 2025, plus additional observances and regional holidays.
- Are shops and banks closed on public holidays in South Korea?
- On nationwide public holidays most banks, government offices and schools in South Korea close. Shop opening hours vary by region and by holiday — major holidays usually mean reduced hours or full closure.
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