[K-CULTURE]Introduction to Korea’s 2025 Public Holidays

2025 Korea Public Holidays

 Enjoy 18 Days Off!

In total, Korea will observe 18 public holidays in 2025. 

Make the most of these days off by planning your travels, spending time with loved ones, and enjoying various cultural events. 

Happy holiday planning!! 

1. Samiljeol (Independence Movement Day)

• Date: Monday, March 3
• Details: This is the observed holiday commemorating the March 1st Independence Movement.

2. Buddha’s Birthday

• Date:  Tuesday, May 6 
• Details: A national celebration honoring the birth of the Buddha.

3. Children’s Day

• Date: Monday, May 5
• Details: A festive day dedicated to celebrating and cherishing children.

4. Memorial Day

• Date: Friday, June 6
• Details: A day to honor the patriotic martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the nation.

5. National Liberation Day of Korea

• Date: Friday, August 15
• Details: Also known as the “National Liberation Day,” it marks Korea’s emancipation from Japanese rule in 1945.

6. National Foundation Day (Gaecheonjeol)

• Date: Friday, October 3
• Details: Commemorates the legendary founding of the Korean nation.

7. Chuseok & Hangul Day

• Dates: Monday, October 6 – Thursday, October 9
• Details: Chuseok is Korea’s major harvest festival, celebrated with family gatherings and ancestral rites. Hangul Day, observed on October 9, honors the invention of the Korean alphabet.

8. Christmas

• Date: Thursday, December 25
• Details: A globally recognized holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ.

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