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South Korea Holidays 2026

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Holidays and Observances in 2026

1Jan
New Year's Day

1 January 2026 (Thursday)

16Feb
18Feb
Seollal

16 February 2026 (Monday) to 18 February 2026 (Wednesday)

1Mar
March 1st Movement Day

1 March 2026 (Sunday)

5May
Children's Day

5 May 2026 (Tuesday)

8May
Buddha's Birthday

8 May 2026 (Friday)

6Jun
Memorial Day

6 June 2026 (Saturday)

15Aug
Liberation Day

15 August 2026 (Saturday)

24Sep
27Sep
Chuseok

24 September 2026 (Thursday) to 27 September 2026 (Sunday)

3Oct
National Foundation Day

3 October 2026 (Saturday)

9Oct
Hangeul Day

9 October 2026 (Friday)

25Dec
Christmas Day

25 December 2026 (Friday)

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